When people head to Marrakesh in search of picturesque Berber villages, they often find themselves ending up in Tabant. Situated in the Bougmez Valley in the Middle Atlas Mountains, it is the perfect area to explore on foot. It is not the only attractive village in the area. Also nearby are Megdaz and Agouti, and by staying in one of the cheap hotels in Tabant you will be perfectly situated to explore the surrounding area. In fact, Tabant makes an ideal base for mountain excursions.
Tabant is located right next to the second-highest mountain in Morocco, Irhil M’Goun, the summit of which is 4,071 meters. You might want to attempt to climb the mountain, and you can also go on camel treks around the area. The weekly market takes place on Sunday, so if you stay in one of the budget hotels in Tabant then try to stay over a weekend if possible. Tabant also has one of the best examples of an Agadir in the area. This is a communal granary that is fortified to protect the grain stores during times of war.