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Duration: 8 Days
2 Person Minimum
Embark on an exceptional journey through fertile valleys, authentic Berber villages, and mythical Atlas peaks, including Mount M’Goun (4068 m). This trek immerses you in a land of contrasts: rock engravings, dinosaur tracks, local traditions, and preserved fauna and flora. A total immersion into magnificent landscapes and rich human heritage.
Arrival at Marrakech airport, welcome, then transfer to the Riad or hotel, check-in, and overnight stay.
After breakfast at the Riad, transfer in a comfortable vehicle to the Central High Atlas via Demnat and the famous Imi n’Ifri natural bridge, then continue through the Aït Blal region to the splendid valley of Aït Boulli, known for its beautiful landscapes. Shortly after, reach the happy valley, and meet your muleteer team on the Tamzrite plateau (1700m), lunch, and start your first hiking day on a mule path to the site of Tafenfante (2500m), enjoy a panoramic view over the happy valley, arrival at the plateau, set up camp in a magical place, dinner and overnight stay. Ascent: +800m Descent: 0m Walking time: 2h
A walk through green oak forest and along the mountain to the village of Ifri (2600m), breathtaking views of the Tarkedite rocky ridge and encounter with the Berber people, tea break, lunch, then continue trekking to the shepherds’ settlement of Ifri. Set up camp near the spring (2700m), dinner and overnight stay. Ascent: +200m Descent: -100m Walking time: 5h
A steady climb to the Tazite pass with panoramic views over the Arous valley, then continue hiking to Aroury pass (3300m) with stunning views over the famous Mgoun summit and surrounding valleys. Descend to Tilibite plateau (2900m), camp near the spring, lunch, free afternoon, dinner and overnight stay. Ascent: +600m Descent: -400m Walking time: 5h
Early morning departure to ascend Mount Mgoun (4068m), alternating between trail and scree slopes to the ridge and summit. From the top, admire dreamlike panoramas of Azurki, Tizalè, Ouaguelzat, Igoudamen, Aroudane. Descend via the northern slope to Oulilimt, through fairy chimney landscapes, and reach Izaben (2600m) by end of day, set up camp, dinner and overnight stay. Ascent: +1168m Descent: -1468m Walking time: 8h
Cross majestic landscapes, meeting Bedouins, fairy chimneys, yellow, red, ochre-colored earths… Continue to the beautiful site of Tangoute (2300m), near Bedouin camps. Set up camp, lunch, afternoon walk, dinner and overnight stay. Ascent: 0m Descent: -300m Walking time: 4h
Final walking day to the Aït Bouguemaz valley. Upon reaching Aït Imi pass (2900m), enjoy panoramic views of the happy valley, say goodbye to your muleteers and cook, meet your driver and transfer back to Marrakech, lunch en route. Arrival at your Riad or hotel, check-in, dinner and overnight stay. Ascent: 0m Descent: -1100m Walking time: 1–2h
Transfer to the airport, assistance with departure formalities.
Duration: 8 days
Level: Average of 5 to 6 hours of walking per day
Best time: May to late October
Arrival airport: Marrakech-Menara
Climate:
Mountain climate (Day: 20°–30°C / Night: 10°–17°C)
Fauna: Caracal – Cuvier’s gazelle – Barbary sheep – Jackal – Fox – Barbary macaque – Squirrel – Bearded vulture – Golden eagle – Buzzards – Crows – Falcons – Wheatear – Lark – Hoopoe – Kingfisher – Robins – Blackbirds – Storks
Flora: Red and thuriferous juniper – Green oak – Thuja – Spiny xerophytes – Adenocarpus – Broom – Boxwood, etc.
Supervision:
Moroccan mountain guide fluent in foreign languages, certified by the Ministry of Tourism, a cook, and muleteers.
Accommodation:
2 nights in a hotel in Marrakech, double or single room with half-board depending on request.
Other nights in bivouac, with locals, or in gîte depending on the program and weather.
Provided: 2-person igloo tents or individual tents with foam mattress.
A kitchen tent and a large dining tent with carpets for dinner.
Transportation:
Transfers in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle from and to the airport.
Portage:
Mules available to carry luggage.
Meals:
Moroccan cuisine with Berber and Arab flavors, always appreciated:
Breakfasts: Coffee, milk, cheese, black/mint tea, jam, butter, honey, cocoa powder, chocolate spread, bread.
Lunch: Mixed salads, macaroni, rice, lentils, white beans, bread, seasonal dessert, mint tea.
Dinner: Tajines, couscous, soups, bread, dessert, verbena tea.
Full-board included. Once outside the city, meals are prepared by your cook. Balanced and varied traditional Moroccan cuisine.
Snacks (dried fruits, figs, cookies, pralines, peanuts, etc.) provided at each break.
Drinks:
Mint tea and mineral water throughout the trip.
Practical Information:
Bring two bags (Max 15 kg total):
A small backpack for daily needs (water bottle, sunscreen, camera, etc.)
A travel bag (preferably a duffle bag) to be carried by mules (avoid suitcases)
Sleeping:
Bring a warm, comfortable sleeping bag (Warm blankets provided in gîtes if needed)
Clothing:
1 hat/cap/scarf
Breathable short-sleeve T-shirts (1 per 2–3 days)
A fleece jacket or sweater
1 mountain pants
Hiking socks to avoid blisters
1 pair of light trekking shoes
1 pareo (for modest washing)
Underwear
1 comfortable evening pants
1 pair of very light evening shoes
Personal Pharmacy:
Our medical kit only covers first aid. Please bring:
Painkiller
Anti-inflammatory
Antispasmodic
Intestinal antiseptic
Antiemetic
Band-aids
Small Elastoplast roll
Antiseptic
Eye drops
Your personal medication (antibiotics, etc.)
Currency:
1 Euro ≈ 10 to 11 dirhams depending on the exchange rate.
(You can withdraw money with an international Visa card in all cities; many exchange offices are available)
Local time:
Morocco follows GMT (1 hour behind Europe)
Passport:
For French, Belgian, or Swiss nationals: valid passport (no visa) valid for at least six months after entry date.
Health:
No vaccinations required. Prevention is the best protection.
1 euro équivaut à environ 10 à 11 dirhams selon le cour de la banque. Dans toutes les grandes villes, vous pourrez retirer de l'argent avec une carte Visa internationale. Vous trouverez également de nombreux bureaux de change. Attention, ne retirez pas trop d'argent car l'exportation des dirhams est interdite.
Le Maroc est à l'heure GMT, il y a donc une heure de décalage par rapport à l’Europe.
Pour les ressortissants français, belges ou suisses, passeport en cours de validité (pas de visa) valable au moins six mois après la date d’entrée sur le territoire marocain.
Aucune vaccination n'est obligatoire. La meilleure précaution restant la prévention.
From
600€