The Ida Ouatane region extends over the foothills of the High Atlas, in the Agadir hinterland. Gorges, fertile valleys – a landscape to take your breath away.
High plateaus
Around 60km north east of Agadir, the Berber villages of Ida-Outane appear perched on the lower slopes of the western Atlas. At 1250m, sitting atop of a green palm grove, Imouzzer Ida Outanane can be seen from afar with its white houses. The place is known for its honey scented with thyme, cactus and lavender.
Natural basins
In the bottom of the green valleys, when the sun is still high in the sky, make use of the coolness provided by the natural basins that the wadi has carved over the millennia. A refreshing dip after kilometers of walking. Far off, you can see the argan trees whose fruit is used for making argan oil, which is highly valued in cosmetics. It is quite rightly said to have great powers of hydration.
Winter waterfalls
There is a palm grove 4km away from the village of Imouzzer Ida Outanane and surprising waterfalls which can be seen in winter. Try the various honeys alongside the roadside. Connoisseurs will find that the thyme-scented one is the most subtle. Try amlou, a delicious, almost legendary specialty, made from honey, crushed almonds and argan oil which is used like a spread.
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