Day Trip at a Glance
Duration
About 3.5 hours of excursion, with a tea break, plus transport
Tour Type
Private day trip for your group only
Starts and Ends
Ouarzazate, with transport to Skoura and back
Pick-up
By arrangement. Contact us for the start time
Highlights
The Skoura palm grove, Kasbah Amridil, artisans and cooperatives
Price
On request. Contact us for a free quote
Cycle Through the Skoura Palm Grove
This bike tour in Ouarzazate takes you to the Skoura palm grove, a huge oasis with small trails that only locals know, on a comfortable mountain bike. Your guide comes from Skoura and shares his knowledge of the area, the history of the ingenious irrigation system that keeps the palm grove green, and the culture of his village.
The excursion lasts about 3.5 hours, with a tea break in a picturesque setting. The itinerary is flexible: you can take a break for tea at a local homestay or enjoy a meal prepared by a Moroccan family, visit Kasbah Amridil, meet artisans such as potters and weavers, or see the olive oil and goat cheese cooperatives.
Day Trip Highlights
- A mountain bike ride through the Skoura palm grove
- Trails that only the locals know
- A guide from Skoura who shares his culture
- The history of the irrigation system of the palm grove
- A tea break in a picturesque setting or a local homestay
- Kasbah Amridil, a 17th-century fortress (optional)
- Artisans, including potters and weavers
- Olive oil and goat cheese cooperatives
Your Day, Step by Step
This itinerary can be modified and designed according to your requirements and needs. Contact us to adapt it.
Transport to Skoura
You travel from Ouarzazate to the Skoura palm grove.
Ride through the palm grove
Cycle along the small picturesque trails, with panoramic mountain views, while your guide shares the history of the irrigation system and answers your questions.
Tea break
Take a break in a picturesque setting, or at a local homestay for a refreshing tea session.
Meet a potter (optional)
Visit and see a demonstration at the workshop of Mohamed the potter, who shares his know-how and his life as a traditional craftsman. Children usually leave with a small creation made on site.
Kasbah Amridil (optional)
The jewel of Skoura is a 17th-century fortress that has always been maintained by the family of its owners. The visit takes about one hour and is offered at an additional price.
A meal with a local family (optional)
Enjoy a meal prepared by a hospitable Moroccan family.
Return to Ouarzazate
You return to Ouarzazate by the afternoon.
What Is Included
Included
- Transportation from Ouarzazate to the Skoura palm grove and back to Ouarzazate in the afternoon
- Coffee and/or tea
- Bike helmet
- Bottled water
- Baby seat, if necessary
- Two bikes for children aged 8 to 11, if needed
- Cannondale or Trek mountain bikes
Not Included
- The Kasbah Amridil visit (optional, at an additional price)
- An optional meal with a local family
- Tips
- Anything not listed under “Included”
Contact us to confirm the details for your date and group size.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothes for cycling
- Closed shoes
- Sun protection and a hat
- Cash for optional visits, meals and tips
- A camera
Is This Day Trip Right for You?
This tour suits anyone who enjoys a relaxed bike ride and wants to see the palm grove from the inside. The itinerary is flexible, and the pace is set by you, so it works for families and for beginners as well as for experienced cyclists.
For a day trip by car, see our Roses Valley and Dades Gorges day trip.
More Day Trips
Compare our other day trips from Ouarzazate.
Taourirt Kasbah, Atlas Studios and lunch with a family in the Fint Oasis.
Follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to the Dades Gorges and the Monkey Toes rocks.
Taourirt Kasbah, the film studios, Ait Ben Haddou and Kasbah Telouet in one day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can children join the bike tour?
Yes. The tour includes a baby seat if necessary and two bikes for children aged 8 to 11, if needed.
How long is the ride?
The excursion lasts about 3.5 hours, with a tea break in the middle, plus the transport from and to Ouarzazate.
Where does the day trip start and end?
The bike tour starts and ends in Ouarzazate, with transport to the Skoura palm grove and back in the afternoon.
Is lunch included?
A meal prepared by a Moroccan family is an optional part of the day, and tea or coffee is included. Contact us to arrange it.
Can the day trip be customised?
Yes. The itinerary can be modified according to your requirements, and group discounts are available. Tell us what you need on our contact page.
Can I combine it with a longer tour?
Yes. Many guests combine a day trip with one of our multi-day tours. See our tours in Morocco or contact us and we will adapt the itinerary.
How do I book or get a price?
Fill in the form at the bottom of this page or email travelstomorocco@gmail.com with your date and the number of people, and we will reply with a free quote.
Plan Your Trip
Helpful pages before you book:
Ready to Ride the Palm Grove?
Tell us your date and group size, and we will send you a free quote for this day trip.
Email: travelstomorocco@gmail.com | Phone: +212 6 62 38 50 95
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