Activities

discoveries, excursions & experiences in southern morocco

At Dar al Hossoun, you can enjoy the tranquility of the place whilst walking around the gardens, painting, taking pictures, swimming or enjoying some traditional Moroccan cuisine at our cookery classes, or simply relaxing at the wellness and treatment area or by the pool.

For those who wish to have a more active time, there are plenty to choose from: hikes, bike rides (bikes available on site), carriage rides, visits to the souks and tannery nearby, discovery of the “lost” valley of the High or Anti-Atlas region, Berber villages and tours of private homes and gardens.
Having travelled across Morocco for over 20 years and settled in Taroudant since 2009, we live and work in southern Morocco and would be happy to share with you our experiences, our outlook and stories during some of the many walks and trips we offer on a one-to-one basis.
Taroudant is the perfect place to discover the Souss area: Taroudant, the surrounding valleys and mountains, Agadir and the Atlantic coast…

VISIT TO TAROUDANT by horse-drawn carriage

Explore Taroudant by Horse-Drawn Carriage
450 DHS per person (minimum of 2 people)

Guide and transportation by horse-drawn carriage included (approximately 3 to 4 hours)
Departure from Dar Al Hossoun

Set out to explore Taroudant and its rich heritage in the company of our passionate guide.

During the horse-drawn carriage ride, you’ll travel along the Ouaar Wadi and its stunning rock formations before arriving at the city’s majestic 7-kilometer-long ramparts, which are among the best-preserved mud-brick fortifications in Morocco.

You’ll discover its historic gates, iconic squares, bustling alleyways, and the architectural treasures of the medina and the Kasbah.

The tour continues on foot through the traditional souk. Your guide will lead you through the artisanal souk, where you can discover local products such as spices, honey, argan oil, and regional handicrafts like babouches and djellabas. Thanks to his in-depth knowledge of the city, he’ll tailor the tour to your interests and take you to the best spots.

TAROUDANT BY BIKE - Private tour with our guide

580 dhs / 10 people max. (approx. 2.5 hours) departing directly from Dar Al Hossoun, lunch included at Dar Al Hossoun

Private tour for a sporty and unusual discovery of Taroudant

You will depart from Dar Al Hossoun and follow the Oued Al Ouaár (magnificent canyons) to the ramparts and ancient gates of Taroudant, its pink medina, the old Mellah and its Jewish cemetery, the kasbah and, of course, the many streets and squares of Taroudant, the oldest mosque in the city and its madrasa (a 16th-century Koranic school), etc. During your stroll, you will discover artisans at work, colorful stalls selling magnificent fruits and vegetables, the smells of spices and olives, etc. And when you return, a healthy lunch will be waiting for you at Dar Al Hossoun.

Approximately 2.5 hours depending on your cycling speed. Feel free to ask your guide to make as many stops as you like (to take photos, admire the scenery or simply take a break).

This experience is best enjoyed in the morning, departing at 10:00 a.m. (book at least one day in advance).

TOUR OF THE CLAUDIO BRAVO MUSEUM PALACE

Minimum of 2 people
480 dhs per person

Discover the world of Claudio Bravo, the famous Chilean painter who settled in Taroudant. His home, now converted into a museum, houses a remarkable collection of works of art, precious objects, and exceptional gardens, all set in a setting that blends Moroccan architecture with elegance.

Duration: approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Transportation
Tea by the pond
Guides available in French, English, and Moroccan Arabic

THE EXTRAORDINARY IGOUDAR ROAD (FORTIFIED GRANARIES)

1,300 Dhs/person (minimum of 2 people).

Departure at 9:15 a.m., return at 5:30 p.m.

Guided tour, lunch
at the Kasbah of Tizourgane, and transportation included (approx. 7 to 8 hours)

For lovers of culture and historical heritage, we’ll guide you on a journey to discover Morocco’s most beautiful fortified communal granaries.
Originally, every Amazigh (Berber) village had its own Agadir or Igherm (Igoudar in the plural). The population, harvests, seeds, jewelry… were stored…

Each family had a private living space within the walls, which also housed a small mosque, underground water cisterns, and a prison large enough to withstand a siege!
About 1 hour and 15 minutes from Dar al Hossoun, several igoudars (granaries) dating back more than 700 years will be opened for you by the Amin (the trusted steward), who is appointed by the community and still serves as the keeper of the keys. Amid the vast landscape of the Anti-Atlas, you’ll continue on to The Kasbah of Tizourgane, known as “Little Carcassonne,” built of granite dating back to the 13th century.

A fortress that became a kasbah with the construction of dwellings within its walls in the 16th century.
century.

Lunch served on the fortress terrace, with the Anti-Atlas plateaus at your feet (or a picnic).

Along the way, you can stop and stroll through a colorful traditional weekly souk. This must-see, popular hub of Moroccan life will take you on a journey back in time (Wednesdays and Sundays in Ait Baha, Thursdays in the small village of Khémis Ida Ou Gnidif).

THE PALMERAIE OF TIOUT

800dhs/pers. (from 2 persons).

Accompaniment, lunch and transportation included (about 5 hours).

Palm grove of 13 hectares and more than 20,000 palm trees, Tiout is the most northern of the known oases and the only one north of the Anti-Atlas.
Biblical landscapes, place of rural life of 7 hamlets and 300 families living directly or indirectly from the agricultural activities of the palm grove still organized as for centuries.
Discover the management of water, the distribution of land, the culture, the argan tree to the bottles of oil to the virtues become legendary … and, of course, the Berber cuisine of Jamila during the traditional lunch on the carpets of the nomad tent in the heart of the palm grove.

THE FABULOUS MILLENNIUM VALLEY OF CEDRATS

1050dhs/pers. (from 2 persons).

Accompaniment, picnic lunch and transport included: 6 hours approximately including 2h30 of walking on a mule track (bring hiking or sports shoes).

Nestled in the foothills of the Anti-Atlas mountain range, this excursion offers you the opportunity to discover magnificent landscapes.
We will do a rather sportive hike of 2h30 on a mule track which will lead us to the bottom of this beautiful canyon and will allow us to discover the culture of the cedar (variety of citrus fruits millennium) which is cultivated there since more than 2000 years and which is celebrated during the Jewish festival of the huts.
On the road, you will see the stations of artisanal production of charcoal and a quarry of pink marble and travertine that decorate the facades of the Hassan II mosque in Casablanca, in Berber villages.

ANIMAL PARK AND DRY GARDENS CROCOPARK

Crocopark wildlife park and dry gardens
Lunch at the park restaurant
Taghazout beach for a swim
Walking and surfing

Excursion possible for 2 people or more – Private guided tour, transport, park entrance and restaurant taken care of by us – Allow approximately 8 hours – Departure from Dar al Hossoun at 09:00 – Price for 2 people: 1,300dhs/pers – Price for children under 12: 50%.

A 45-minute drive will take you to the Parc Crocopark at the entrance to Agadir. The park is both an animal park, where you can get up close and personal with different species, and a dry garden planted with interesting species and origins.

Among the animals are 300 Nils crocodiles, which are fed at around 12 noon (from March to October), an impressive sight… giant tortoises, marmosets, pythons and anacondas…. You can also walk through the park and see the magnificent iguanas, which are semi-liberty around you in their shimmering blue, green and yellow robes…. A wonderful discovery!

There are also play areas for younger children to enjoy. Lunch at the Park’s restaurant.

Departure for the large Taghazout Bay beach, 10km north of Agadir, the world temple of waves and surfing.

Stroll along the promenade between Devil’s Rock and Taghazout, watch the surfers and take a dip (the water is never very cold thanks to the Golf Stream). Why not try your hand at surfing by hiring a board on site (hire and possibly an introduction to surfing with a professional instructor are available in addition to the par cet entrance fee on prior reservation.

17:00 departure for your return to Taroudant.

OTHER ACTIVITIES

Activities offered by independent service providers at Dar al Hossoun. As part of our concierge services, we would be happy to book these activities for you, subject to the service provider’s availability.

QUAD RAID

Duration: 2 hours
Private guided tour
450 dhs per person, with each person having their own ATV for the 2 hours
550 dhs for 2 people sharing the same ATV
Transportation: 100 dh per trip for 1 to 3 people.
Payment: directly to the service provider in cash (no credit cards).

Between the Atlas and Anti-Atlas mountains, you’ll hike along the trails of the Roudanaise countryside in complete safety with a guide.

TAROUDANT TENNIS CLUB

Court rental: 100 DH per hour.
Private lesson: 100 DH per session.
Transportation service: 100 DH per trip.
Payment: directly to the service provider in cash (no credit cards).
Relaxation area: Enjoy a raised terrace offering a panoramic view of the courts—the perfect spot to relax and cool off after your match.

An exceptional tennis experience on clay courts.

Discover the joy of playing tennis in a stunning, sun-drenched setting. The club welcomes you to its magnificent, perfectly maintained clay courts. Whether you want to practice, improve your game with a pro, or simply enjoy a friendly time, the facilities are perfectly maintained and tailored to meet all your needs.

HORSEBACK RIDE THROUGH THE ROUDANNE COUNTRYSIDE

Depart from Dar al Hossoun on horseback, cross the Oued Ouaâr, explore a landscape shaped by water and time, ride through fields of reeds traditionally used to make roofs, false ceilings, doors, mats, and other elements of local architecture, before returning to Dar al Hossoun—without traveling on any roads.

Duration: approximately 1 hour.
Price: 300 DH per person.
Minimum age: 12 years old.
Payment: directly to the service provider in cash (no credit cards accepted).