High Atlas Trek
Welcome to the High Atlas Trek in Morocco
Just a few hours' flight from Paris, discover Morocco and its Berber culture. The vast nomadic expanses of the High Atlas Mountains, near Marrakech, lie before you. The narrowest region of this mountain range, with its deeply incised valleys, is still close to the summit of Toubkal (4,167 m), which overlooks the Marrakech plain.
The High Atlas Discovery Trail
- 1st day : Departure from Marrakech by minibus to reach Imlil (1,700 m). Our belongings were loaded onto mules and we ended this day with a short walk under ancient walnut trees, to reach our first accommodation in Berber country. Dinner and overnight stay at Brahim's cottage.
- 2nd day Breakfast on the terrace before exploring the riches of this valley. Water mills, traditional irrigation systems, stone and adobe villages are all reasons to explore this valley. Lunch and dinner at Brahim's. 2 to 4 hours of walking.
- 3rd day : Loading our luggage onto mules and departure for the Tamatert pass (2,279 m). The climb via a winding path leads to the pass, with a beautiful panorama over the Imnane valley. Arrival at the Ikkis lodge. 4 hours 30 minutes of walking.
- 4th day : Amsakrou (1,800 m) welcomes us and by a beautiful mule track evolving in an ochre setting, we cross a pass (2,200 m) to reach the upper valley of Oussertek. Night at the inhabitant's house. 5 hours 30 of walking.
- 5th day : From Gliz and Agadir at 1,900 m, we descend in stages via Tidili (1,750 m) then Tinoughâr (1,600 m) to reach the Imnane valley in the middle of the afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay with locals in the village of Imsker (1,400 m). 4 hours of walking.
- 6th day : Two hours of walking among the apple orchards, we reach the village of Asni (lunch) where we meet the minibuses for the return to Marrakech. Night in a riad, before returning to France the next day.
Continue to Marrakech
Marrakech, an ochre city of a thousand colors, is a must-see destination in Morocco. Its lively souks, lush gardens, and traditional architecture make this city a true gem. Visitors can lose themselves in the narrow streets of the medina, discover the city's hidden treasures, and soak up the warm atmosphere of Jemaa el-Fnaa Square.
