Top 10 Best Motorcycle Routes in Morocco (2025 Epic Rides Guide)

Morocco offers some of the most spectacular motorcycle riding on the planet. From soaring mountain passes to golden Sahara dunes, dramatic Atlantic coastlines to lush Rif valleys — the diversity here is unmatched. Here are the 10 best routes you absolutely must ride.

1. Tizi n'Tichka Pass (Marrakech to Ouarzazate)

Distance: 196km | Duration: 4–5 hours | Difficulty: Moderate

Morocco's most iconic mountain pass, reaching 2,260m altitude with 30+ hairpin bends.

Why Ride It

• Highest paved road in Morocco
• Dramatic Atlas panoramas at every turn
• Aït Benhaddou UNESCO kasbah nearby
• Smooth asphalt all the way

Best Season

March–May, September–November

2. Dadès Gorge Loop

Distance: 140km loop | Duration: 6–8 hours | Difficulty: Hard

Famous for its deep red rock formations and legendary tight switchbacks.

Highlights

• "Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs"
• Monkey Fingers rock formations
• 21 hairpins in just 3km
• Traditional Berber villages

Best Season

April–May, October–November

3. Atlantic Coastal Road N1 (Essaouira to Agadir)

Distance: 175km | Duration: 3–4 hours | Difficulty: Easy

A stunning Atlantic coastline ride past surf towns, argan forests, and fresh seafood stops.

Why Ride It

• Ocean views the entire way
• Sandy beach stops
• Argan tree forests
• Fresh seafood towns
• Perfect for cruiser bikes

Best Season

Year-round (avoid August heat)

4. Grand Atlas Mountain Circuit

Distance: 850km | Duration: 3–5 days | Difficulty: Advanced

The ultimate Morocco motorcycle adventure. Combines the best mountain passes, desert edges, and cedar forests.

Route

Marrakech → Tizi n'Tichka → Ouarzazate → Dadès Gorges → Todra Gorge → Midelt → Azrou → Ifrane → Marrakech

Highlights

• 4 major mountain passes
• Desert landscapes
• Cedar forests with Barbary macaques
• Alpine scenery around Ifrane
• Multiple climate zones in one loop

5. Sahara Desert Road (Ouarzazate to Merzouga)

Distance: 365km | Duration: 6–7 hours | Difficulty: Moderate

The ultimate desert ride — from mountain gateway to the highest sand dunes in Morocco.

Experience

• Todra Gorge canyon
• Erg Chebbi dunes (tallest in Morocco)
• Optional sunset camel trek
• Desert camping under the stars
• Spectacular night sky stargazing

Best Season

October–April (avoid summer heat)

6. Rif Mountains Circuit

Distance: 280km | Duration: 2 days | Difficulty: Hard

Northern Morocco's hidden gem — lush green mountains, Mediterranean coast, and the famous blue city.

Route

Chefchaouen → Ketama → Al Hoceima → return

Highlights

• Chefchaouen blue-washed medina
• Mediterranean coastline views
• Dense mountain forests
• Winding technical roads
• Far fewer tourists than south Morocco

7. Paradise Valley & Atlas Foothills

Distance: 160km | Duration: Full day | Difficulty: Easy–Moderate

The perfect day trip from Agadir combining coast, waterfalls, and Berber villages.

Stops

• Immouzer waterfalls
• Paradise Valley natural pools
• Berber mountain villages
• Honey cooperatives
• Argan oil workshops

Best Season

Year-round

8. Tizi n'Test Pass (Marrakech to Taroudant)

Distance: 230km | Duration: 5–6 hours | Difficulty: Advanced

Harder and less traveled than Tizi n'Tichka — for riders who want the real Atlas experience.

Why It's Special

• Narrow winding road with dramatic cliffs
• Traditional Berber villages untouched by tourism
• Tin Mal Mosque (12th century, rarely visited)
• Almost no traffic
• Raw, authentic Atlas scenery

Best Season

April–June, September–October

9. Middle Atlas Circuit

Distance: 320km | Duration: 2 days | Difficulty: Moderate

Explore Morocco's own "Switzerland" — cedar forests, alpine lakes, and skiing resorts.

Route

Fès → Ifrane → Azrou → Midelt → return

Highlights

• Cedar forests and Barbary ape encounters
• Ifrane ski resort (yes, in Morocco)
• Apple orchards and mountain lakes
• Clean mountain air and green valleys

10. Anti-Atlas Mountains

Distance: 400km | Duration: 2–3 days | Difficulty: Advanced

Wild, remote, and breathtaking — the southern mountains most riders never reach.

Route

Taroudant → Taliouine → Tafraoute → return

Highlights

• Saffron fields of Taliouine
• Pink granite rock formations
• Painted rocks of Tafraoute
• Completely off the tourist trail
• Almond blossom in February

Essential Gear for These Routes

Must Have

• ✅ Full motorcycle protective gear
• ✅ Layering system (temperature swings of 20°C+ in mountains)
• ✅ Rain gear
• ✅ SPF 50+ sunscreen
• ✅ 2–3L water capacity
• ✅ Snacks and energy bars
• ✅ Cash (no ATMs in rural areas)
• ✅ Phone with offline GPS maps downloaded
• ✅ Camera

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