High Atlas Trek: Authentic Experience
Tour prices vary depending on accommodation type, season, group size, and optional services. Please contact us for a personalized quote.
5-day High Atlas trek through Berber villages, scenic ridges & valleys. Authentic culture, nature, adventure and Moroccan culinary experiences.
Full description
Embark on a 5-day journey through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains. This trek offers an authentic experience of Berber culture, stunning mountain landscapes, and peaceful valleys. Follow the trails from village to village and immerse yourself in the heart of Morocco’s mountain life.
Summary of the Program:
- Day 1: Transfer from Marrakech to Amizmiz, trek to Ait Irghit Village (approx. 5 hours), lunch in a Berber home, overnight in Ait Irghit
- Day 2: Trek from Ait Irghit to Imi Ourmer (approx. 6-7 hours), lunch in a scenic spot on the Tizi n'Tougramt ridge, overnight in Imi Ourmer
- Day 3: Trek from Imi Ourmer to Tizkka Village, lunch in Tizkka, continue to Tnirt Village via the Tizi Oudaden Pass (approx. 6-7 hours), overnight in Tnirt
- Day 4: Trek from Tnirt to the Valley of Ardouz, picnic in the valley, hike to Addaghas (approx. 5-6 hours), overnight in an auberge near Addaghas
- Day 5: Trek down to Azgour (approx. 2 hours), lunch in Azgour, transfer back to Marrakech, overnight in Marrakech
Embark on a 5-day journey through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains. This trek offers an authentic experience of Berber culture, stunning mountain landscapes, and peaceful valleys. Follow the trails from village to village and immerse yourself in the heart of Morocco’s mountain life.
Summary of the Program:
- Day 1: Transfer from Marrakech to Amizmiz, trek to Ait Irghit Village (approx. 5 hours), lunch in a Berber home, overnight in Ait Irghit
- Day 2: Trek from Ait Irghit to Imi Ourmer (approx. 6-7 hours), lunch in a scenic spot on the Tizi n'Tougramt ridge, overnight in Imi Ourmer
- Day 3: Trek from Imi Ourmer to Tizkka Village, lunch in Tizkka, continue to Tnirt Village via the Tizi Oudaden Pass (approx. 6-7 hours), overnight in Tnirt
- Day 4: Trek from Tnirt to the Valley of Ardouz, picnic in the valley, hike to Addaghas (approx. 5-6 hours), overnight in an auberge near Addaghas
- Day 5: Trek down to Azgour (approx. 2 hours), lunch in Azgour, transfer back to Marrakech, overnight in Marrakech
About this activity
Trek features
•Experienced trekking guides & muleteers
•Accommodation in Berber houses & auberges
•Luggage transport by mules
•Daily breakfasts, lunches, and traditional dinners
•Water provided for the whole trekking journey
•Pick-up and drop-off from Hotel / Riad, Marrakech
Highlights
Trek through Authentic Berber villages & homestays
Scenic mountain ridges and valleys
Panoramic picnic spots with nature views
What's included
Pick up and dop off from Hotel or Riad in Marrakech
Experienced trekking guides & muleteer
Luggage transport by mule
Accommodation in Berber houses & auberges
Daily breakfasts, picnic lunches, and traditional dinners
Local cultural experiences with Berber families
Stay hydrated: Water included for the whole trek
Culinary experiences: watch how tagines and traditional bread are made.
Pick up and dop off from Hotel or Riad in Marrakech
Experienced trekking guides & muleteer
Luggage transport by mule
Accommodation in Berber houses & auberges
Daily breakfasts, picnic lunches, and traditional dinners
Local cultural experiences with Berber families
Stay hydrated: Water included for the whole trek
Culinary experiences: watch how tagines and traditional bread are made.
What's not included
Personal expenses, optional activities
Personal expenses, optional activities
Your experience step by step
Marrakech to Amizmiz - Trek to Ait Irghit Village
Time: Day 1
- Transfer: Transfer from Marrakech to Amizmiz (approx. 1.5-2 hours by car).
- Meet the Team: Upon arrival in Amizmiz, meet your guide and muleteers.
- Trek: Start your trek from Amizmiz to Ait Irghit Village (approx. 5 hours of trekking), passing through scenic valleys and terraced fields.
- Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Berber home-cooked lunch in one of the local Berber homes along the way, allowing you to experience authentic Berber culture and hospitality.
- Accommodation: Overnight in a local Berber house in Ait Irghit.
- Activity: Enjoy the evening in a Berber home with a delicious Moroccan dinner.
Ait Irghit to Imi Ourmer (Wild Area, Scenic Views)
Time: Day 2
- Distance: Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking
- Route: This trek takes you through a wild area with stunning scenic views of the Atlas Mountains, following a ridge of the mountain. There are no villages along the way, so you’ll be surrounded by nature and dramatic landscapes.
- Lunch: A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in a beautiful spot along the ridge with panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and peaks.
- Accommodation: Overnight in a Berber house in Imi Ourmer.
- Activity: After the trek, relax and enjoy the evening at a local Berber house, where you can savor traditional food and immerse yourself in local culture.
Imi Ourmer to Tizkka Village – Tizi Oudaden Pass to Tnirt
Time: Day 3
- Distance: Approx. 6–7 hours of trekking
- Route:
- After breakfast in Imi Ourmer, start trekking toward Tizkka Village. Along the way, you will pass through scenic valleys, with stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
- Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch in Tizkka or in a scenic spot along the way.
- Afternoon Trek: After lunch, continue to Kettou Village. From here, begin the ascent towards Tizi n’Oudaden Pass, located at approximately 1,900 meters. This pass offers spectacular views of the valleys and mountains surrounding the area.
- After crossing the pass, descend towards Tnirt Village.
- Accommodation: Overnight in an auberge in Tnirt.
- Activity: Relax and enjoy a traditional dinner at the auberge. Take in the peaceful atmosphere of the village and enjoy a good rest after a long day of trekking.
Tnirt to Valley of Ardouz – Hike to Addaghas near Toulkin Village
Time: Day 4
- Distance: Approx. 5-6 hours of trekking
- Route: Trek from Tnirt to the Valley of Ardouz, passing through traditional Berber villages and lush valleys.
- Lunch: Picnic in the Valley of Ardouz, enjoying the scenic beauty of the area.
- Afternoon Trek: Continue the hike to Addaghas, near Toulkin Village. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and panoramic views of the valley and mountains.
- Accommodation: Overnight in an auberge near Addaghas.
- Activity: Relax and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner at the auberge.
Addaghas to Azgour – Picnic and Transfer to Marrakech
Time: Day 5
- Route: After breakfast, enjoy a 2-hour descent from Addaghas to the village of Azgour.
- Lunch: Picnic in Azgour, a peaceful village in the Atlas.
- Transfer: After lunch, drive back to Marrakech
Marrakech to Amizmiz - Trek to Ait Irghit Village
Time: Day 1
- Transfer: Transfer from Marrakech to Amizmiz (approx. 1.5-2 hours by car).
- Meet the Team: Upon arrival in Amizmiz, meet your guide and muleteers.
- Trek: Start your trek from Amizmiz to Ait Irghit Village (approx. 5 hours of trekking), passing through scenic valleys and terraced fields.
- Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Berber home-cooked lunch in one of the local Berber homes along the way, allowing you to experience authentic Berber culture and hospitality.
- Accommodation: Overnight in a local Berber house in Ait Irghit.
- Activity: Enjoy the evening in a Berber home with a delicious Moroccan dinner.
Ait Irghit to Imi Ourmer (Wild Area, Scenic Views)
Time: Day 2
- Distance: Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking
- Route: This trek takes you through a wild area with stunning scenic views of the Atlas Mountains, following a ridge of the mountain. There are no villages along the way, so you’ll be surrounded by nature and dramatic landscapes.
- Lunch: A picnic lunch will be enjoyed in a beautiful spot along the ridge with panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and peaks.
- Accommodation: Overnight in a Berber house in Imi Ourmer.
- Activity: After the trek, relax and enjoy the evening at a local Berber house, where you can savor traditional food and immerse yourself in local culture.
Imi Ourmer to Tizkka Village – Tizi Oudaden Pass to Tnirt
Time: Day 3
- Distance: Approx. 6–7 hours of trekking
- Route:
- After breakfast in Imi Ourmer, start trekking toward Tizkka Village. Along the way, you will pass through scenic valleys, with stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
- Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch in Tizkka or in a scenic spot along the way.
- Afternoon Trek: After lunch, continue to Kettou Village. From here, begin the ascent towards Tizi n’Oudaden Pass, located at approximately 1,900 meters. This pass offers spectacular views of the valleys and mountains surrounding the area.
- After crossing the pass, descend towards Tnirt Village.
- Accommodation: Overnight in an auberge in Tnirt.
- Activity: Relax and enjoy a traditional dinner at the auberge. Take in the peaceful atmosphere of the village and enjoy a good rest after a long day of trekking.
Tnirt to Valley of Ardouz – Hike to Addaghas near Toulkin Village
Time: Day 4
- Distance: Approx. 5-6 hours of trekking
- Route: Trek from Tnirt to the Valley of Ardouz, passing through traditional Berber villages and lush valleys.
- Lunch: Picnic in the Valley of Ardouz, enjoying the scenic beauty of the area.
- Afternoon Trek: Continue the hike to Addaghas, near Toulkin Village. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and panoramic views of the valley and mountains.
- Accommodation: Overnight in an auberge near Addaghas.
- Activity: Relax and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner at the auberge.
Addaghas to Azgour – Picnic and Transfer to Marrakech
Time: Day 5
- Route: After breakfast, enjoy a 2-hour descent from Addaghas to the village of Azgour.
- Lunch: Picnic in Azgour, a peaceful village in the Atlas.
- Transfer: After lunch, drive back to Marrakech
What to bring
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•Moderate fitness level required
•Trekking shoes and layers for cooler nights
•Sunscreen, hat, and camera
•Best months for trekking: April–October
- •
•Moderate fitness level required
•Trekking shoes and layers for cooler nights
•Sunscreen, hat, and camera
•Best months for trekking: April–October
Travel Route
Tour prices vary depending on accommodation type, season, group size, and optional services. Please contact us for a personalized quote.