The Atlas Mountains make up North Africa's greatest mountain range and in places you can even find ski slopes and cable cars defying every preconception you may have had about Africa. The stunning mountains loom over deep green valleys in which you can find Berber villages nestling into the bends of the clear mountain rivers. It is a place of true peace, tranquility and of outstanding natural beauty, whether you visit in the summer or winter months.

The Atlas Mountains can be reached in under an hour from Marrakesh making at least a day trip an essential part of any trip to Marrakesh. For those wishing to explore this vast area of great peaks and deep valleys then the deeper you travel into the mountain range the greater the gems you'll find. Untravelled Paths have discovered some fantastic Kasbahs with outstanding views and vistas over the mountain range. We have chosen Kasbahs that offer spas, swimming pools, excellent cuisine and fabulous service to ensure that any trip to the remoter reaches of the mountains needn't be basic and antiquated whatever your budget.

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