Historic Tinmal Mosque

Short hike and visit of ancient monument.

Summary

High up in the Atlas mountains is the Lhasa-like 12th century mosque of Tinmal, one of only two mosques in Morocco open to visits by non-Muslims.

Activity code: RAKTIN

Duration: 1 Day

The 12th century mosque of Tinmal is something quite out of the ordinary but its accessibility makes it a relatively easy way to experience at close hand the history and lifestyle of a proud and hardy mountain people at home in their impressive surroundings - something really not to be missed.

Good shoes/trainers would suffice, but walking boots are recommended.

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Based upon 4 persons travelling.

Prices from £75 per person

What's included on this Day Trip ?

  • Pick up and drop off at your hotel/riad
  • Comfortable transport throughout
  • Visit of Tinmal Mosque
  • Berber picnic lunch
  • Guided hike in the High Atlas

Itinerary

Leaving Marrakech by car at around 9am your tour begins by heading south towards the Berber mountain village of Ijoukak. After a refreshing cup of tea in a roadside cafe depart for an easy 3 hour hike with one of our English-speaking licensed mountain guides - he will take you up and down the charming contours of the High Atlas valley slopes, passing Berber hamlets, streams, orchards and ancient terraced, irrigated fields until you reach the small, remote stronghold settlement and now-famous mosque of Tin-Mal.

After a guided tour of this historical site, your guide will prepare a picnic lunch (included) by its ochre-red walls, afterwards returning to Marrakech by 5pm.

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