Highlights
- Summit of the Tizi n'Test pass at 2,092 m
- 12th-century Tinmel mosque
- Support van with spares, food and water
- Carbon road bikes or bring your own pedals
What awaits you
One of Africa's great road climbs: hairpins, the Tinmel mosque and a 2,092 m summit, with a support vehicle all day.Your guide adapts the pace to the group, with regular stops for photos, water and stories about the places you ride through. The route can be shortened or extended on the day.
All bikes are serviced after every ride and fitted to you before the start.
Itinerary
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Transfer to Ouirgane, bike fitting
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Valley warm-up towards Ijoukak
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Tinmel mosque stop
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The main climb
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Summit lunch with views to the Souss
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Van transfer back to Marrakech
Timings are a guide. Your guide adapts the pace to the group and the weather.
Route
Starts at Ouirgane
Historic sites along the way
Tinmel Mosque
12th century · 1 km from the route
The restored Almohad mosque in the Nfis valley, a highlight of the Tizi n’Test road climb.
Watch the ride
What’s included
- Pick-up and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Certified local guide
- Bike and helmet rental
- Water and seasonal fruit
- Photos from the ride
Not included
- Lunch unless stated
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips for your guide
What to bring
- Closed shoes
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Light layer for the mountains
- Small backpack
- Cash for tips and souvenirs
Season
September to June. Summer rides start at sunrise.
