The Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Todra Gorges
A day east of Ouarzazate past Amridil Kasbah and Kalaat Mgouna to the Tinghir palm valley and the limestone canyons of the Todra Gorges.
Locals call this the road of a thousand kasbahs because of how many earth fortresses line the way. The day strings them together, from Amridil in the Skoura palm grove to Kalaat Mgouna, then follows the green valley of Tinghir into the Todra Gorges.
After lunch you choose your pace: a hike, or an easy walk in the palm grove and a visit to the old Jewish quarter of Tinghir, before the drive back in the late afternoon.
Highlights
- Amridil Kasbah in the Skoura palm grove
- Kalaat Mgouna, town of the Damask rose
- The Todra palm valley near Tinghir
- The limestone canyons of the Todra Gorges
- The old Jewish quarter of Tinghir
Day by day
8 am: pickup and Skoura
Pickup at your riad or hotel in Ouarzazate around 8 am, then the Skoura palm grove and a visit to Amridil Kasbah.
Kalaat Mgouna
Continue to Kalaat Mgouna, the town known for Morocco’s Damask roses.
Tinghir and the Todra Gorges
The Todra palm grove, a valley of about 30 miles with views from the riverbanks, then a 12 km drive up the valley to the limestone canyons of the gorges. Lunch in a local restaurant.
Afternoon walk and return
A hike, or an easy walk in the palm grove and a visit to the Jewish quarter of Tinghir, then the return to Ouarzazate in the late afternoon.
Where it happens
From Ouarzazate the route runs east to the Skoura palm grove and Kalaat Mgouna, the town of Morocco’s Damask roses, then into the province of Tinghir. The Todra palm grove stretches about 30 miles along the river, and a 12 km drive along the valley brings you to the gorges, limestone canyons in the eastern High Atlas that are well known to rock climbers.
Who it suits
A strong choice for travellers who love architecture and dramatic scenery and are happy with a full day on the road. The walk after lunch can be adapted to your energy. You travel in a private licensed vehicle; mention any mobility concerns when you book.
Included
- Private licensed vehicle with fuel and passenger insurance
- English speaking driver
- Lunch in a local restaurant in the Todra Valley
What to bring
- Walking shoes with grip for the gorges
- A warm layer, the canyon floor stays in shade
- Water and sun protection
- Cash in dirhams for small entries and purchases
Good to know
- The meeting or pickup point and time are confirmed with your reservation.
How to book
Request your date online or on WhatsApp and the team will confirm availability and the final price. Prices are per person and fall as your group grows. Nothing is paid online.
Questions and answers
How much does the Todra Gorges day trip cost?
Per person: 210 USD for one, 130 USD each for two, 116 USD each for three and 95 USD each for four or more.
What time do we leave?
Pickup is at your riad or hotel in Ouarzazate around 8 am, and you are back in the late afternoon.
Is there a lot of walking?
After lunch you choose between a hike and an easy walk in the palm grove with a visit to the Jewish quarter of Tinghir.
Request this trip
Choose an activity and a date. Our team replies to confirm availability, the meeting point and the final price. Nothing is charged online.
