Africa · HIKING & TREKKING

The 15 Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Africa

67 tours  ·  from $10

Atlas valley days, Table Mountain routes, Kilimanjaro approaches and the volcano rim on Reunion. These 15 give the distance, the ascent and the price, and say which ones are a walk rather than a climb.

From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip - First views of the 110-meter cascades
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From Marrakech: Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

1.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 33,630 reviews · 10 - 11 hours · from $17Our pick

Travel from Marrakech to Ouzoud Waterfalls for a guided hike through olive groves, an argan oil cooperative, scenic viewpoints, and a short boat ride below the falls. Guides such as Youssef, Hachimi, and Mohamed Boufarma are praised for patient explanations and help on the steep return climb. Lunch costs about €10 to €12 extra.

“The day trip was amazing! Really good transportation with Benzidane Abdelaali and an amazing tour guide, Harbouj Radouane. Both very nice and helpful guiding.”

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Berber villages : Atlas Mountains Day Hike from Marrakech - Breakfast and argan oil at the women’s cooperative
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Berber villages : Atlas Mountains Day Hike from Marrakech

2.Berber villages : Atlas Mountains Day Hike from Marrakech

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,007 reviews · from $15Top rated

Leave Marrakech with a driver and guide for Tahanaout, Asni, and Imlil. You’ll see a women-run argan cooperative, walk near Mount Toubkal, share mint tea, and eat tajine or couscous in a Berber home. Guides named in feedback include Mustafa and Ismail. Private tour options offer more control over timing.

“We had an incredible family day trip to the Atlas Mountains and the Berber village of Imlil Valley, and it was truly one of the highlights of our Morocco holiday! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized.”

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3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek - Ait Ben Haddou, the first major stop
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3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek

3.3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Dunes & Camel Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,125 reviews · from $115

Leave Marrakech early for Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Rose Valley, Todra Gorge, and Merzouga. You will ride one camel into Erg Chebbi for sunset, sandboard, sleep in a Berber camp, and return to Marrakech on day three. Guides such as Abdul, Hammid, Yassine, and Mohamed are praised for safe driving and clear communication.

“Great experience at Sahara Desert. Very well organized and our guide Abdul was very helpful. Overall a must visit experience in Morocoo.”

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From Marrakech: Atlas Mountains Full-Day Hiking Trip w Lunch - Agafay brings the first unusual stop
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From Marrakech: Atlas Mountains Full-Day Hiking Trip w Lunch

4.Atlas Mountains Full-Day Hiking Trip w Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7,417 reviews · 9 hours · from $26

Leave Marrakech for the High Atlas, ride a camel near Agafay, then hike around Imlil Valley with a local guide such as Lahcen, Ali, or Oussama. Expect village paths, orchards, mountain views, mint tea, and a fresh Berber lunch. The walk is moderate and can be shortened if needed.

“Fantastic tour from Oussama, a real expert in the region, where to go and answered any questions we had. Views were spectacular and the lunch was also great and very welcome after the hike. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a day trip away from the hustle of Marrakech!”

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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike - Argan oil, Amlou, and the women’s co-operative
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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike

5.Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,792 reviews · from $14

Travel from Marrakech into the Ourika Valley with an English, French, Spanish, or Arabic-speaking guide. Visit a Berber home, an argan oil co-operative, and, on Mondays or Thursdays, a local souk. In Setti Fatma, a local mountain guide leads a roughly one-hour hike to waterfalls, followed by riverside lunch at your own cost.

“Our guide Said and driver Youssef were super helpful and polite. Said gave us detailed explanation about our tour and information about berber people and Ourika valley.”

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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch - Setti Fadma and the rocky trail to the waterfall
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Marrakech: Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch

6.Ourika Valley Trip with Waterfall Hike & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,303 reviews · 7 hours · from $11Best value

Leave Marrakech for the Ourika Valley in a small air-conditioned van, stopping at a viewpoint and women’s cooperative before meeting a local guide in Setti Fadma. Hike roughly 3 kilometers over steep, rocky ground to a waterfall, then enjoy an optional Moroccan lunch beside the Ourika River. English, French, and Arabic guides are available.

“Great trip, the guides Yassine and Soufian were very helpful and friendly. Mountains are snowy right now, but great pictures”

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Marrakech: ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls - Arriving at Setti Fatma
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Marrakech: ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls

7.ourika valley lunch & guided hike to waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,737 reviews · 7 hours · from $12

Travel from Marrakech into the Ourika Valley with a local guide such as Hamza, Hiba, Ismail, or Khadija. Stop at an argan oil cooperative, visit Setti Fatma, hike rocky paths to waterfalls, and eat beside the Ourika River. The day lasts seven hours and suits active visitors who bring sturdy shoes.

“Hiba was a brilliant guide for the day a great trip”

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3-Day Tour to Merzouga Erg Chebbi with Food & Camel Trek - Crossing the High Atlas on day one
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3-Day Tour to Merzouga Erg Chebbi with Food & Camel Trek

8.3-Day Tour to Merzouga Erg Chebbi with Food & Camel Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,770 reviews · from $133

Leave Marrakech at 7 a.m. for a fast-moving three-day route through the Atlas Mountains, Aït Benhaddou, Skoura, Todra Gorge and Rissani. An English-speaking driver such as Omar, Adil or Hassan handles the road, while you ride camels to a desert camp near Erg Chebbi. Expect long drives, simple camp facilities and memorable sunsets.

“Our Driver Hassan was amazing, my husband was not feeling well he went out of the way to find a pharmacy and made sure he was comfortable.”

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Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech - The Walk Requires More Than Casual Shoes
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Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech

9.Ouzoud Waterfalls Guided Hike and Boat Trip from Marrakech

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,755 reviews · from $29

Ride from Marrakech in an air-conditioned minibus to Ouzoud Waterfalls, then walk steep trails with a local guide, watch Barbary macaques, and take a short boat ride below the cascades. Guides may speak English, French, Spanish, or Arabic. Lunch and water cost extra.

“Our guide, Dreed, was extremely helpful and always tried to protect our group from local sellers (scammers?) that attempted to charge us for unnecessary things. This was a unique experience and I highly recommend it. Beautiful and humble people living a distinct lifestyle. I will definitely do this trip with my family in the future.”

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Marrakesh: Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option - The 2.5-hour drive through Morocco’s countryside
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Marrakesh: Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option

10.Ouzoud Waterfalls Trip with Hike & Boat Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,435 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $14

Leave Marrakech around 8am for Ouzoud Waterfalls, a 2.5-hour drive through Atlas villages and countryside. Walk with a local guide such as Hamid Tarzan, stop for monkey photos, eat beside the falls, and add a boat ride beneath the cascades. The day lasts 9 to 10 hours and returns to Marrakech around 6pm.

“Samir our guide was mega, probably the best day we had on our holiday. Lunch by the fall is the highlight. Watch out for monkeys!”

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Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & Valleys Waterfall Hike w/ Lunch - The argan oil cooperative and Berber breakfast
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Marrakech: Atlas Mountains & Valleys Waterfall Hike w/ Lunch

11.Atlas Mountains & Valleys Waterfall Hike w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,236 reviews · 1 day · from $18

Leave Marrakech around 8:30 AM for Imlil, where a local guide such as Omar, Mustafa, Mehdi, or Abdelhamid leads a 1.5 to 2-hour hike through Berber villages, terraced fields, rivers, and waterfalls. Enjoy bread with dips, mint tea, a family-style tagine lunch, and an argan oil cooperative visit before returning around 5:30 PM.

“It’s was a lovely day, Omar has kept us updated today was 1 and half late due accident but Omar have kept in touch with us. Went to the room to have little breakfast (bread with 3 different little dipping dishes with mint tea), went to the shop and show use how the nuts make, beauty etc then went on hiking, very helpful, then lunch. The lunch was amazing, with view of mountains area, chilling out, having lunch and make sure all of us are ok. Drop off where they pick up from hotel. Told Omar that we both Deaf and use British Sign Language , it’s don’t stop him…”

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Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise or Sunset Hike - The Climb: Hiking, Scrambling, and Ladders
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Cape Town: Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Hike

12.Lion’s Head Sunrise or Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,084 reviews · from $46

Choose a sunrise or sunset climb of Cape Town’s Lion’s Head with guides such as Idrees, Kurt, or Codi. Expect a steady uphill hike with scrambling, ladders, height exposure, and bright headlamps for early starts. At 669 meters, the summit gives you broad views of Table Mountain, Camps Bay, the Twelve Apostles, and the Atlantic Ocean.

“We had an amazing experience hiking Lion’s Head at sunset with our guide, Kurt. He made the tour not only safe and well-organized, but also fun and inspiring with his knowledge and positive energy. The views were breathtaking, and Kurt knew the best spots to enjoy them. His passion for Cape Town and its nature really shines through, and he went above and beyond to make the hike unforgettable. Highly recommend booking a tour with him if you want a truly memorable adventure! Thank you Kurt!!”

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Mt Toubkal Ascent Express Trek 2 Days 1 Nights - From Marrakech to Imlil at 1,740 meters
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Mt Toubkal Ascent Express Trek 2 Days 1 Nights

13.Mt Toubkal Ascent Express Trek 2 Days 1 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 962 reviews · 2 days · from $147

You’ll travel from Marrakech to Imlil, trek through Aït Mizane Valley to the Toubkal Refuge, then make an early summit attempt at 4,167 meters. Local guides such as Mohamed, Omar, Mustafa, and Yassine lead small groups, with meals, transport, and basic refuge lodging included. Winter conditions can require rented crampons, an ice axe, and warm clothing.

“Great experience, the guides were very attentive and the overall excursion was unique.”

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Cape Town: Lion's Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike - Choosing sunrise or sunset
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Cape Town: Lion’s Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike

14.Lion’s Head Sunrise/Sunset Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 921 reviews · from $65

Join a small group of up to 15 for a guided Lion’s Head hike in Cape Town. Choose sunrise or sunset, climb rocky steps and ladders with a local guide such as Kurt, Codi, or Jean-Michel, and stop for photos along the way. Headlamps are provided, and hotel pickup may be available when selected.

“I Did this hike with Jean-Michel. He picked me up from hotel on time, driving safely around city. We get on the top of mountine on time to see sunrise. During hiking he was very entertaining guide with nice stories and good tips to enjoy our stay here. He took care of our safety and great experience during adventerous hiking. Highly recommend. It was great fun.”

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Mauritius: Le Morne Mountain Guided Sunrise Hike and Climb - Meeting at Le Morne Public Beach before dawn
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Mauritius: Le Morne Mountain Guided Sunrise Hike and Climb

15.Mauritius: Le Morne Mountain Guided Sunrise Hike and Climb

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 839 reviews · 4 hours · from $75

Meet at Le Morne Public Beach before dawn, then follow a qualified mountaineer up Le Morne Brabant. The route starts in rainforest and finishes with four rocky scrambling sections. Guides such as Kevin, Eric, Ravi, Matt, and Gael help you move safely, explain Mauritius’ past and native plants, and take photos at the 470-meter summit.

“It was an amazing hike, massive thanks to Kevin who was an excellent guide and extremely knowledgeable and it was a lot of fun. Would definitely recommend it.”

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