Tour di Jamal Ourika

Honestly, I would give this experience with Jamal a 10 ( out of 5 as the highest. Yes, double!) Jamal is a wonderful guide, a wonderful person, a wonderful representative of Morocco, and of Berber Culture! As a guide, he asked my friend and I what kind of experience we wanted… with three basic ideas that he would tailor to our preferences. We asked for the most challenging physically, and away from crowds. We were able to hike almost 12 k, and Jamal was careful to be sure I was comfortable and safe on the narrow and slippery areas, holding my hand to be sure I could not slip and fall. (67 years old, active and adventurous… but trying to be careful, too) The experience of the amazing hike and beautiful views, meeting Berber people as we walked the trails and chatting with them. We had a lovely Berber tangine for lunch in a village high in the mountains. I want very much to return and have another day or two with Jamal.

+2

Amazing truly genuine experience by the berber villages; hiking with breathtaking landscapes, beautiful, kind and hospitable people. Jamal was so gentle, knowledgable and very professional. We thank him immensely.

Jamal is excellent tour guide and a very friendly and welcoming person. It felt like he knows everyone in the atlas mountain area and he took really good care us. We highly recommend Jamal, he was super cool and reliable.

Jamal is a superb guide - grew up as a Berber - so he knows very well the local people, culture, language, and "in's and out's" of where to go, what to buy, where to eat, etc. Jamal is extremely well-educated and well-read, and thus you can converse with him on politics, religion, science, nature, etc. He speaks excellent French, English, Arabic, Berber, and a bit of German. He is in excellent physical shape so you can do a difficult hike if you are able, or he can take a leisurely walk with you if that is best for you. It's a truly beautiful part of Morocco, and Jamal was the best of several guides we had in different parts of Morocco. You will have no regrets. And I'm an American who values good service!

This tour is an absolute must. Jamal is Berber and we had an amazing time. I think it's very important that your guide is of the Berber culture when going to the Atlas Mountains. We traveled through several villages that Jamal was very familiar with, as he grew up in the region. We also stopped at an authentic Berber home and was able to drink traditional tea. Jamal is there for you along the way to answer any questions . I bought a rug on my trip and would definitely recommend you ask advice before making a purchase as he is also very knowledgeable on the subject. We spent 5 days in Marrakech and the Atlas mountain waterfall tour was the highlight of our trip. You can not go wrong with Jamal, he is an excellent guide and host. Thanks for a great experience Jamal.

+3

Magnificent excursion. Jamal is an extraordinary guide, knowing his Territory perfectly. Speaking perfect French, Jamal gave many explanations regarding Berber customs. He knew how to adapt to everyone's rhythm. We were a group of 10 people.