Todra Gorge
Todra Gorge is where the road narrows to barely two lanes between rock walls that block out most of the sky. It's a short stop that leaves a longer impression than its size suggests.
What stands out
Why this place stays with people
- 300m canyon walls
- Roadside Berber villages
- River walk through the gorge
- Climbing routes for the adventurous
Best time to go
Spring and autumn are most comfortable. Midday sun is harsh in summer, but the gorge itself stays shaded.
From the driver's seat
Usually paired with Dades on the same day — the two gorges are close enough to combine without rushing either.
Visitor guide
Your guide to Todra Gorge
How long to stay
One or two hours; half a day with a walk into the upper gorge.
Getting there
About 15 km north of Tinghir, three hours east of Ouarzazate.
Worth seeing
- The narrowest stretch, where the walls rise about 300 metres
- A walk along the river bed between the cliffs
- The palm grove of Tinghir from the viewpoint above the town
Good to know
- Mid-morning is best, when the sun reaches the floor of the gorge.
- The river water stays cold even in summer.
- The gorge gets busier late in the morning. Early is quieter.
- Climbers use the walls. Stop and watch for a while.
Routes through here
Ways to make it part of the trip
3 Days · 2 Nights3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech
Three Days to the Dunes$390–$530 per person · accommodation included
3 Days · 2 Nights3-Day Marrakech to Fes Desert Tour via Merzouga
The High Atlas Crossing$420–$580 per person · accommodation included
4 Days · 3 Nights4-Day Fes to Marrakech Desert Tour via Merzouga
Fes to Marrakech, Four Days$540–$730 per person · accommodation includedTodra Gorge, your way
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