Canyons of the south · Mountains

Dadès & Todra gorges

Two spectacular canyons on the road between the Atlas and the desert. Walk between the towering cliffs of the Todra, then follow the winding road of the Dadès past kasbahs and rock formations.

Must-see places

• The Todra gorge
• The Dadès hairpin road
• Tinghir palm grove and kasbahs
• The Valley of Roses

Things to do

• Gorge walk
• Rock climbing
• Monkey Fingers hike
• Mountain biking
• Visit a nomad family

Travel time

• From Ouarzazate & Aït Ben Haddou: about 1 h 45 by car
• From Merzouga (Erg Chebbi): about 3 h by car

Nearby destinations

• Merzouga (Erg Chebbi)The Sahara dunes
• Ouarzazate & Aït Ben HaddouGateway to the south
• ZagoraGateway to the Draa Valley