Looking for a tour with many different sceneries, lunar-like landscapes and green lush valleys? This is the tour for you! Beautiful off-the-beaten tracks winding through the Jbel el Saghro and the southern Atlas Mountains, from one famous valley to the next valley. Another unforgettable tour! No driver’s licence is needed, but some experience is a must! With our guide, support vehicle and the Wikiloc tracks on a smartphone provided by us, you’re good to go. And don’t forget, after a day riding, a cool beer at the pool, relaxing in the sun in one of our carefully chosen accommodations! A total of 10 rider places on the tour.

Tour Highlights

- Nearly 70% off-road and 30% on winding asphalt, carefully chosen for their lack of traffic. - Off-the-beaten tracks through lunar-like landscapes and massive dry mountains with many areas of bare rock. - Crossing the famous Draa and Dades Valley with their green palmeraies, rivers and awesome views. - Riding the famous Dades hairpin bends and visit the beautiful gorge. - Take a selfie in front of the famous rock formation known as the ‘Monkey Fingers’. - 2,300m mountain pass with spectacular scenery and the Sahara desert in the distance. - Amazing ride through ‘Monument Valley’. - Isolated mountain villages, home of the Aït Atta Berber tribe that welcome you with open arms. - Lively local souks. - A walk down the lush palmerie with our local guide Brahim. - Lunch with a Berber family. - A mix of small accommodation, all with a swimming pool! - Alcohol is available every night (provided by the hotel or by Desert Rats).

Full Itinerary

🗓️ Arrival Day Arrive at Ouarzazate airport and enjoy a 20-minute transfer to a charming hotel overlooking the palmeraie and river. Unwind by the pool or with a cold beer before dinner and a general briefing at 20.00 hrs. Flying into Marrakesh? We can arrange a 3.5-hour scenic transfer across the High Atlas Mountains. 🗓️ Day 1 – Ouarzazate to Skoura (98 KM) After a quick intro to the Docker Apollo bikes, we ride toward Skoura, crossing a dusty military range with the Atlas Mountains in sight. The bikes handle sandy riverbeds and winding pistes impressively. We end the day with a curvy asphalt stretch and late lunch at our Eco Lodge. Cool off with a swim or relax in the hammam. 🗓️ Day 2 – Skoura to Kelaat M’Gouna (118 KM) After breakfast by the pool, we fuel up and head to the dramatic Jbel Saghro Mountains. As we ride, the landscape becomes more remote. We stop for a traditional lunch at Mohamed’s hotel. Then it’s off to Kelaat M’Gouna, known for roses and lush fields. The road can be busy—watch for kids and animals. Our hotel, a converted kasbah, offers sweeping views over town and palmeraie. 🗓️ Day 3 – Kelaat M’Gouna to Boumalne Dades (67 KM) This morning, we hike with our guide Brahim through the valley to the vibrant market in Kelaat M’Gouna, followed by lunch at his family home. In the afternoon, we ride through southern Atlas foothills—only 30% off-road. The narrow road passes many villages along the year-round M’Goun river. We stop in Boutaghra, then ride a rocky 40 km track with drop-offs and river crossings. If water levels are too high, bikes go in the 4×4. The final 800 m are through a rocky riverbed before we hit asphalt. We end the day at a peaceful green valley hotel. Jump in the pool and relax. 🗓️ Day 4 – Boumalne Dades to N’Kob (81 KM) Breakfast around the pool, then we ride up Dades Gorge for the famous hairpins before looping back for lunch. In the afternoon, we head south to N’Kob, staying in a 200-year-old kasbah. The Jbel Saghro Mountains provide striking scenery—arid, remote, and hauntingly beautiful. Only small hamlets appear here, typically near dry riverbeds. 🗓️ Day 5 – N’Kob to Ouarzazate (147 KM) We fuel up and begin our final day through what we call ‘Monument Valley,’ full of dramatic rock formations. There are fewer villages here, but we witness quiet, authentic Berber life at 2000+ meters. The Jbel Saghro range is Morocco’s driest, with barren, lunar-like terrain. Though popular with hikers and cyclists, we likely won’t see other tourists. The final 35 km are on-road. Back at the Ouarzazate hotel, a poolside drink awaits. 🗓️ Day of Goodbye Sleep in—unless you’re catching an early flight. As we say goodbye, perhaps it’s time to plan your next adventure? If you haven’t tried our High Atlas Mountains Tour, it’s well worth it. Thanks for joining us—we hope it was unforgettable!

Included

Docker Apollo (2021) 3rd party insurance All fuel Twin-share accommodation with breakfast and dinner Picnic or cafe lunches Drinking water (carried in the 4×4) to fill up your camelback Support vehicle equipped with; Fridge, Compressor, Large first aid box, Medical equipment, GPS A guide on a Docker Apollo All tracks are provided with the Wikiloc app on a smartphone provided by Desert Rats, attached to your bike.

Not Included

- Drinks - Single room - Airport transfer

What do you need to bring

✨ THE ESSENTIALS - Return flights - Return transfer - Medical insurance, with repatriation (OBLIGATORY) - Returnable deposit. 200€ in cash (can be equivalent in £ , $ or dirhams) against bike damage - Pocket money – for souvenirs, alcohol and soft drinks, etc. 🏍️ BIKING GEAR We consider this to be the minimum clothing required on our tours; - an open-face helmet with a long drop-down visor - a camelback-type drink system - a pair of cool sunnies - a strong cotton long sleeve safari type shirt - a strong pair of cotton cargo pants - lightweight rain gear (just in case) - soft neoprene tactical elbow and knee protectors (over the top of the clothing) - Timberland style boots with good ankle support, that lace up above the ankle (step-in shoes with elastics are not advisable) - gloves 👕 RECOMMENDED CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES - T-shirts per day - Underwear - Lightweight thermal underwear (just in case) - Socks - Pair of casual shirts for wearing at the hotels - Pair of trousers​​/​​jeans for wearing at the hotels - Swimwear - Small torch - Trainers​​/​​shoes - Shorts - Jumper or fleece - Small medical kit comprising: aspirins​​/​​paracetamol – some form of pain killer - Anti-inflammatory pills​​/​​cream - Lip salve – to avoid chapped lips - Plasters - Sun cream - Rehydration powders. - Energy​​/​​glucose tablets to chew during the days

Cancellation and Refund Policy

Cancellation charges on BALANCE payments are as follows: 7 – 8 weeks before tour date – 50% refund 4 – 7 weeks before tour date – 40% refund 2 – 4 weeks before tour date – 25% refund 0 – 2 weeks before tour date – no refund