High Atlas Adventure To The M'Goun Valley And Back
Travel from Marrakech to the Central High Atlas for a lovely few days of walking. On the way, visit the natural bridge of Imi n’Ifri before continuing through the Aït Boulli Berber Valley to the Aït Bougmez Valley for your first night.
Trek for three days, exploring traditional Berber villages and experiencing the best of what the Central High Atlas has to offer. On the return journey, take a different route and visit the spectacular Ouzoud Waterfalls, the highest waterfalls in Morocco, where you’ll enjoy lunch before travelling back to Marrakech.
This trek runs all year round and can depart on any date of your choice.
We usually have several treks departing each week that you can join if you wish, so please get in touch!
All of our mountain treks can be combined with other tours and experiences, including trips to the Sahara Desert, Morocco’s Imperial Cities or the Atlantic Coast.
Pick Up & Drop Off
You will be picked up from your accommodation in Marrakech city, many riads don't have access via car so the driver will park nearby and come to get you.
You will be dropped off at the nearest point to your riad/hotel. Our driver can call your riad to meet you if needed.
Route Details
Day 01
Marrakech – Ait Bougmaz
After an early breakfast in Marrakech, we’ll pick you up and drive to the Aït Bougmez Valley via Demnate and Imi n’Ifri. Visit the natural bridge before continuing to Aït Bougmez through the Aït Boulli Valley.
Lunch will be taken en route. Upon arrival in the valley, enjoy a gentle walk to explore the surrounding villages before heading to Ikhf n’Ighir, where you’ll spend the night in a village gîte.
Day 02
Ikhf n’Ighir – Tizi n’Ait Ourit – Sermt.
After breakfast at the gîte (1,880m), walk up to the Aït Ourit Mountain Pass (2,606m), where you’ll enjoy stunning views across the whole valley. Descend towards Sermt village (1,886m), set in a wide, green valley surrounded by abandoned kasbahs.
Overnight in a traditional Berber house. Approx. 6 hours walking.
Day 03
Sermt – Ait Abbas.
After breakfast, walk down through the Sermt Valley, passing several typical Berber villages, including Tachgdilte and Ayadal. This is a remote and isolated area, with villages clinging to the mountainsides and cultivated terraces carved into the slopes.
Enjoy scenic views over the surrounding gorges before arriving at Jomaa Aït Abbas. Approx. 6 hours walking.
Transfer back to Marrakech via Azilal and the spectacular Ouzoud Waterfalls.
Note: This itinerary is a guideline and may be changed to suit local conditions.
Equipment
Please ensure you have packed all safety essentials. See the Equipment List here if you're unsure of what to bring. Our guides will conduct a final gear check in Imlil before we commence the ascent to the higher altitudes of the Toubkal massif.
Tour Rates
Flexible Pricing
1 Person : on request
2 to 3 people: 360€/ Person
4 to 7 people: 290€/ Person
8 to 12 people: 250€/ Person
What Is Included?
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Expert, Berber, English-speaking mountain guides
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Mules and muleteers to carry your luggage.
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Porters for luggages from snowline to the mountain huts ( Winter months)
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Berber Cook
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All meals on the hike
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Accommodation in a Mountain Hut
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Round-trip Transportation between the trek and your accommodation in Marrakech .
What Is Not Included
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Travel insurance.
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Soft/alcoholic drinks
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Tips and personal expanses
Accommodation & Shelters
Accommodation during this trek will be in simple village gîtes within traditional Berber villages. Camping is also an option if preferred, from May to October.
NB: If you require accommodation in the Atlas Mountains before or after your trek, we can arrange a stay at our Dar Adrar Guesthouse in Imlil or our Ouirgane Ecolodge in Ouirgane.
Clothing & Essential Equipment
Essential Equipment
Can Be Hired From Us
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Good walking boots and socks / good trainers for valley treks
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Personnel First aid Kit
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3 to 4 season sleeping bag ( winter) or light Sleeping bag ( Summer)
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Lightweight waterproof over-trousers / rain-pants
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Water bottle or camel back (recommended)
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Soft-sided bag (50-80 litres)
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Lightweight daypack
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Sunglasses
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Sunscreen
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Torch and batteries
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Towel & all personal toiletries
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Crampons : 5 €/ Day/pair
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Ice Axe : 3 €/day
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Walking boots : 5 €/day
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Sleeping bags : 2.5 €/day
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Rain Jackets : 3 €/day
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Walking Poles : 3 €/day/pair
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Back packs : 3€/day
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Stoves : 2€/day
What Is Appropriate Attire In Morocco?
Morocco is a conservative and religious country, which means you always need to be mindful of your clothing choices. This is especially true in the country’s more rural areas, which include the Sahara Desert and its surrounding villages. As a general rule of thumb, you should always attempt to cover body parts considered “private”. For women, this means covering the arms (or at least the shoulders) and the knees up. For men, it requires covering up the shoulders and above the knee.
High Energy Meals
Meals on the trek are cooked by the Berber muleteers. The food is fresh and healthy. Example meals:
Breakfast: Jam, bread, cookies, fruit, juice, butter, coffee, milkLunch: salad, tomatoes, carrots, lentils, beans, rice or pasta, fish (sardines, tuna), seasonal fruit
Dinner: Soup, classic Morooccan tajine, couscous, olives, nuts, fruit
Can my dietary requirements be catered to?
Absolutely. Just let us know about your catering preferences when you confirm your booking to ensure any dietary requirements are met. Please remind as well your guide and cook on first day of the trek.
Start Your Journey
Ready to explore the Atlas Mountains? Reach out to us for detailed trek inquiries, tailor-made itineraries, or any questions about our Berber-led adventure tours.
Email: aztat.trek@gmail.com
Phone: +212 668-760165
Location: Imlil, Morocco
Personal baggage, cooking equipment and food are carried by the mules, leaving you to carry only a rucksack with whatever you need close at hand for the day. NB: Left luggage or unnecessary luggage can be left safely in our storage in Imlil till you come back from the trek.