• Da Housa Houstel - High Atlas Discovery Day – A Unique Cultural Experience

Venture beyond the typical tourist path and delve into the essence of Amazigh (Berber) culture with this remarkable day in the High Atlas Mountains. Located just 65km from Marrakech, this immersive journey offers a unique chance to engage with a secluded village community rarely visited by outsiders.

Guided by a local expert—an inspiring young woman who was the first in her village to graduate high school—you’ll travel by 4×4 through breathtaking mountain scenery to her family home, where you’ll be greeted with traditional tea and warm hospitality.

From there, explore further into the Azzaden Valley and relax in a tranquil mountain lodge. Participate in a cooking class with village women. After lunch, wander through the village, visit local fields and rivers, and learn to bake traditional Amazigh bread in the homes of locals.

This is more than just a day trip—it’s a meaningful cultural exchange. Every aspect of the experience is community-based and operated. By participating, you’re directly supporting education, women’s empowerment, and sustainable rural tourism in the Atlas Mountains.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Snacks
• Lunch
• Tea and coffee

• Tagine - We will learn to make a traditional Moroccan tagine! Options include chicken, lamb or vegetarian
• Moroccan Salad - We will also learn to make a Moroccan salad

Join us for the High Atlas Discovery Day and immerse yourself in the Amazigh (Berber) culture within the secluded villages near Marrakech.

Escape the usual tourist spots like Imlil and Sti Fadma for a truly unique and genuine adventure.

This is more than a simple day trip—it’s a significant cultural exchange. Every aspect of the experience is community-driven: from your guide and driver to the cooks and host families. By participating, you are directly contributing to education, women’s empowerment, and sustainable rural tourism in the Atlas Mountains.

What Our Guests Say

“What an extraordinary day. We have seldom felt so fortunate and privileged to be allowed to visit a community in such a way.” Guests frequently describe this experience as the highlight of their trip—profoundly meaningful, far beyond the usual tourist offerings. One visitor shared, “It’s not often one is filled to the brim with emotion by shared experience… simply sublime.”

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.