Atlas to the Sea
Atlas to the Sea is a 6-day gravel cycling tour in High Atlas → Atlantic coast, Morocco — 410 km and 4,800 m of climbing from Marrakech to Essaouira. Rated Moderate, it is fully supported with an expert local guide, a support vehicle and a mechanic. From the mountains down to the Atlantic coast Book your High Atlas → Atlantic coast gravel cycling adventure with Gravel Morocco.
6 daysDuration
410 kmDistance
4,800 mElevation
ModerateDifficulty
High Atlas descent, argan country, Atlantic coastTerrain
October–AprilSeason
Overview
Six days dropping from the Atlas foothills through argan forests and fishing-village tracks to the Atlantic at Essaouira. A point-to-point trip with a real sense of arrival — the ocean at the end.
Why ride this tour
- A genuine point-to-point: mountains to ocean.
- Ride argan-country gravel and coastal pistes few tourists see.
- Finish with a rest day in Essaouira.
Itinerary
- Day 1: Marrakech → Atlas foothills — Ride out of Marrakech into the foothills above Amizmiz.
- Day 2: Foothills → Argan country — Long descent through argan forests on gravel toward the coast.
- Day 3: Argan country → Coast approach — Rolling gravel toward the Atlantic.
- Day 4: Coastal piste to Essaouira — Ride coastal tracks into Essaouira.
- Day 5: Essaouira rest day — Optional coastal ride or a day off in town.
- Day 6: Return to Marrakech — Transfer back to Marrakech.
Inclusions
- 5 nights accommodation
- Support vehicle and guide
- Most meals
- Transfers
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lot of climbing?
The trip trends downhill overall, but days 1–2 have real climbing. Total ~4,800 m.
Can I extend with a beach day?
Yes — day 5 is a built-in rest day in Essaouira.