An interesting geologic feature that stands out in the area are the monkey fingers. The rock formations have been…
Dades
Dades
The Dades area is made up of a large valley, river, and a gorge all of the same name. Dades Valley is made lush and green by the Dades River, a tributary of the Draa River, Morocco’s longest river.
The Dades River sustains almond, fig, walnut, and birch trees scattered throughout the valley in beautiful contrast to the earthen colored cliffs and rock formations. Palm groves add to the verdancy of the valley.
For those who are interested in trekking, Dades Gorges and Dades Valley offer a vast array of adventures –– from an overnight with a nomad family reached by hiking to day treks throughout the area. There’s something for everyone.
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 nights
Morocco, though it is visited by thousands of tourists every year, remains an unknown country – the greater part of it as uncharted to the European or American visitor as was Tibet a hundred years ago.Gavin Maxwell, Lords of the Atlas, 2000
Places to visit while here
Dades Gorges
Located 110 kilometers from Ouarzazate, Dades Gorges is best known for its marvelous scenery, peppered with kasbahs. From gravity…
Dades Gorges
Located 110 kilometers from Ouarzazate, Dades Gorges is best known for its marvelous scenery, peppered with kasbahs. From gravity defying rock formations to patterns chiseled into the cliffs, this is where you'll find some of Morocco’s most amazing landscapes. Truly a mesmerizing, humbling experience walking through the magnificent peaceful cliffs.
Boumalne
The largest town in the area is Boumalne. From a vantage point just above the town, you can see…
Boumalne
The largest town in the area is Boumalne. From a vantage point just above the town, you can see an amazing panorama of the town spread out before you. Not much is known about the early history of the town, but it is currently home to a variety of cultures, most notably Berber. Prior to Morocco’s independence in 1956, the area was home to a large Jewish population. Upon independence, the majority of Jewish citizens migrated to Israel. Dades Gorges is located just north of Boumalne.
Dades Valley
The Dades Valley stretches from the High Atlas Mountains in the north to Jbel Sarho in the south. Lush…
Dades Valley
The Dades Valley stretches from the High Atlas Mountains in the north to Jbel Sarho in the south. Lush palm groves and elaborate kasbah ruins are scattered across the valley. Other contributors to the natural beauty are almond, fig, walnut, and birch trees which stand in contrast to the earthen colored rock formations.
Dades Valley is often called the Land of a Thousand Kasbahs as many kasbahs were originally built to defend the valley.
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