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About Yoga In The Atlas Mountains
Our Atlas Mountains Retreats
BIN OUIDANE: 170 km from Marrakech. BOOK NOW
Change the stressful city life to the peaceful lake Bin el Ouidane. Experience beautiful nature and relaxing atmosphere. Make sure you make a trip on Happy Boat to the river Ahansal while you are here
Welcome to Hotel Bin el Ouidane
Since opening in 2006 the Hotel Bin el Ouidane has become a haven for those seeking peace and quiet. If you want a little piece of paradise to relax or the perfect base camp for sports or adventures, the warmest welcome is assured.
Bin el Ouidane hotel is nestled in a fold in the Middle Atlas Mountains, offering spectacular views of Lake Bin el Ouidane. The hotel offers 29 suites with bathrooms in Moroccan style wet rooms, air conditioning, terraces, WiFi, gardens, BBQ’s, stunning views, Berber lounge and a swimming pool.
Since July 2016 Hotel Bin el Ouidane offers Carp Fishing in the lake. The hotel holds the main fishing license. For more information, visit www.morocco-carp.com.
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TO DO AROUND
Trip on the river:
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Discover the dramatic rock formation during the daylight with a romantic boat, the river and lake are paradise for carps, black bass & Zander. At night the lake offers fantastic scenes for star gazing. Imagine being under the full moon. Just unforgettable !
Hiking:
The whole area offers beautiful paysages for hikers & trekkers. We organize guided hiking & trekking tours in the surroundings. A great opportunity to admire the beauty of the nature, the berber villages of Ait Bouguemaz valley. Not to miss the fantastic view of the lake from the top.
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Cooking Class:
Attend one of our cooking courses. The lake is generous with a great variety of fish while the fertile land offers fresh vegetables & offer ingredients we use to prepare tasty meals together with you.
Cycling Tours in The Atlas Mountains:
Biking is a perfect way to discover this beautiful landscape. Ride deep & far the off beaten tracks to explore mud villages, to feel how locals deal with daily life. Admire the beauty of the terraces from each side of the valley.
Activities
Hotel Bin el Ouidane offer many different activities in the lake, the river and the mountains. Please don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.
- White water rafting in the river Ahansal
- Wakeboard
- JetSki
- Kayaking in the lake or in the river
- Pedalo
- Banana Boat
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing (Carp, Zander, Black bass, Pike and more) morocco-carp.com
- Hunting pigeons or wild boar
Excursions
The area Tadla-Azilal is truly amazing. There are a bunch of excursions waiting for you where you will experience unforgettable nature, smiling locals and eco-friendly living.
- Cave excursions (Portuguese caves)
- Lake excursions with Happy Boat
- Imi n’fri bridge (Heart of Africa) and dinosaur steps
- Cascades d’Ouzoud (Amazing waterfall)
- Cathedral (Tamga)
- Ait Bougamez (Happy valley)
- Ait Chribou (Berber museum and eco-dome village, under construction)
- Zaouit Ahansal (the source of Ahansal river)
- Ahansal river
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BAB OURIKA: 35 km from Marrakech Book
GATEWAY TO THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS
THE KASBAH BAB OURIKA STANDS IN EXCEPTIONALLY BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE IN THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS, ONLY 35 MINUTES FROM MARRAKECH S INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. ON ITS HILLTOP, AT THE APEX OF THE OURIKA VALLEY, IT LOOKS DOWN TO THE RIVER, GREEN FIELDS AND GROVES OF OLIVES, ORANGES AND LEMONS, AND UP TO THE DAZZLING SNOWY MOUNTAIN PEAKS
THE KASBAH
WITH 360 DEGREE PANORAMIC VIEWS, KASBAH BAB OURIKA RECEIVES WARM SUNLIGHT ALL DAY, ENDING IN SPECTACULAR SUNSETS. GUESTS CAN RELAX IN INDIVIDUALLY DECORATED ROOMS WITH THEIR OWN TERRACES OR UNWIND BY THE SECLUDED SWIMMING POOL. ABOVE ALL THE KASBAH OFFERS PEACE AND RELAXATION IN SPECTACULAR SURROUNDINGS, A MEMORABLE ESCAPE FROM THE HUSTLE OF THE WESTERN WORLD.
ROOMS & RATES
THE KASBAH HAS 21 ROOMS. ALL ARE INDIVIDUALLY DECORATED AND HAVE STUNNING VIEWS OF THE ATLAS, THE NATIONAL PARK AND THE VALLEY OF OURIKA. WE HAVE 15 ROOMS IN THE MAIN KASBAH BUILDING AND 6 ROOMS IN THE GARDENS INCLUDING 2 POOL SUITES.
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Activities Around:
Light trekking
ENJOY A NICE WALK TO TAFZA VILLAGE SITUATED ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE RIVER. VISIT THE LOCAL POTTERY AND THE BERBER MUSEUM. GET IN CONTACT WITG BERBER FAMILIES AS YOU TREKK BY AND IMMERSE YOUR BODY IN THE SIMPLE BUT CLEAN LIFE THE AREA IS OFFERING
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Camel riding:
CAMEL TREKKING, 1 to 2 HOUR TREK FROM THE KASBAH THROUGH THE NEIGHBORING VILLAGES AND DOWN TO THE RIVER. PASS LOCALS WORKING THEIR PLOTS OF LAND AND TERRACES AND ENJOY PICTURING THE SCENES AS YOU RIDE BY
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VISIT BOTANICAL GARDENS
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Anima + Saffron Farm
ANIMA André Heller’s beautiful and imaginative garden on the foots of the high atlas mountains. This art creation is a magical place of sensuality, of wonder, of contemplation, of joy, of healing, and of inspiration for people of all ages who want to experience the unforgettable.
Visitors stroll along shady paths, between sumptuous trees and shrubs, blossom and fragrant wonders, pavilions and sculptures,
in the glory of African nature with intoxicating views of the often snow-capped Atlas Mountains featuring the 4167 meter high Toubkal.
Not far is located Paradis de Safran. A haven of peace and tranquillity where saffron is cultivated during the season the End of The Year. The garden has beautiful collection of both local and tropical plants and trees. Attend a demonstration of how The King of Spices is cultivated & harvested. This magical crocus-sativus flower has many uses in the world of beauty, culinary and health.
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VISIT A BERBER WEEKLY MARKET:
Once in a week villagers gather together in this Open air market “in Arabic Souk. . Locals travel here with their mules, donkeys, camels or even by foot. They bring with them the best their pieces of land is offering in terms of fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices. Here you find also animals like sheep, chicken, goats, camels for sale.
Immerse with us in this hectic atmosphere where locals come for a social meeting. They share every happenings in the area
They come from. The Experience will lead you far back in time!
MEET THE LOCAL LADIES
Henna, Tea ceremony, carpet making
The experience will take you centuries back. Follow the local ladies to their fields to take care of their plots of land, harvest alfa alfa to feed their sheep and goats, picking up seasonal fruits and vegetables either for family use or to sell in the closest market. A magical time with the Berber women!
Then head to the berber cooperative where the women are working and spending time together….
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L’Amendier: Ouirgane
At the heart of L’Amandier Hotel near Marrakech is the Boutique Spa Hotel.
Each beautifully appointed and luxurious suite has a private balcony with views to the stunning snow-capped Atlas Mountains.
Those who visit L’Amandier fall under its intoxicating spell as staying with us provides a rare experience which will remain with you forever.
The beautifully designed hotel exterior flows through to the interior, with a calming feeling of relaxed chic.
The use of light, space, gorgeous fabrics and furnishings, and the warm welcome from our staff, ensure you feel you have arrived somewhere very special.
You will enjoy deep, restful sleep on Egyptian cotton sheets and soft pillows.
You’ll wake up fresh and ready to indulge in the pleasures of L’Amandier and surrounding areas.
When you laze in the infinity pool and gaze over the panoramic views, you will have discovered an exclusive mountain oasis that you’ll want to return to very soon.
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Not to miss in the area:
Visit The Tinmal Mosque:
One of the only mosques open to visit, built in the 11th century by The Almohads ( Founders of Marrakech ).
The building, all a soft, rose-colored pink, contains some beautifully decorated archways. Inside the immense doors it has a feeling of great tranquility & oppeness
Pick-Nik Facing The Lake.
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Yoga for the local kids:
In everyone of our Yoga trips we include a visit to a local school where we meet the children. Be part of them and remember your childhood. Share with them the world of Yoga and teach them the basics of being in harmony with “body and soul”.
Terre d’Amanar: A bit of Adventure!
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Today it’s an action day. We head to nearby Terre D’Amanar. It’s a natural reserve park for activities and adventurous sports: VTT with powerful e-bikes, Archery, horse adventure, Zip linning, Berber Jon’s and much more fun..: All in full safety!
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KASBAH DE TOUBKAL: A Unique and Magical Setting
Located at the heart of Moroccan Berber country, in the Toubkal National Park, the Kasbah du Toubkal offers nature lovers a truly peaceful heaven. This authentic Atlas
mountain guest house overlooks the village of Imlil, and is situated on the hillside of
the Toubkal mountain, the highest peak in North Africa.
Once a fortified summer house, the property was lovingly restored by local craftsmen using ancestral Berber techniques. This unique Berber Hospitality centre now stands proud above walnut groves and opens onto wide open spaces, mountain peaks, waterfalls, a lake and deep gorges. Much more than a guest house, the Kasbah offers an extraordinary human experience, with friendly and genuine staff, breathtaking sceneries; it offers a magical and serene refuge away from the usual tourist track.
In The Area:
Toubkal Peak: 4167 m height
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Challenge your limits to the highest peak of North Africa and the Arab world. Take a break trekking on the way and spend one night outside and feel the power of nature. The following day reach the peak at 4167 m and enjoy the dramatic unforgettable sunrise over the whole Atlas Mountains made of sand stones rock formations: What a unique memorable moment!
Visit Toubkal National Museum
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Enjoy a local Hammam:
The local hammam here was built with naturak area materials: stones, earth, lime, wood, straw, pinecone, leaves of trees and more..
The experience, after a physical activity will help you to relax your body and soul, activate blood circulation and soften your skin: first of all it’s a washing and social ceremony which the locals take almost once a week.
Mule Ride:
Enjoy the freedom riding a mule in the Toubkal national park surrounded with abundant fruit trees from wall nuts, cherries, almonds, apples, olives, pomegranates: The tranquil nature where only birds chanting, hoves of the mules behind are the only sounds you hear.
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