Atlas Mountains, Morocco

Quick Facts

• The Atlas Mountains stretch over 2,500 kilometers (1,550 miles) across Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia, making them one of the longest mountain ranges in Africa.
• Home to Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa at 4,167 meters (13,671 feet), the Atlas Mountains attract thousands of trekkers each year seeking to summit this majestic mountain.
• The region is dotted with over 1,000 traditional Berber villages, where the indigenous Berber people have preserved their unique culture and language for centuries.
• The Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the Atlas Mountains, is a famous fortified village that has served as a filming location for numerous Hollywood movies, including 'Gladiator' and 'Game of Thrones'.
• The Atlas Mountains receive an average annual snowfall of 2 to 3 meters (6.5 to 10 feet) at higher elevations, creating excellent conditions for winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding in places like Oukaimeden.

Travel Details

Country

Morocco

Population

Varies

Daily Budget

$60-120

Best Time to Visit

Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct

Current Weather

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8°C/46°F

Foggy

Currency

د.م. MAD

Coordinates

31.5000, -7.0833