Marrakech - Imlil - Tachdirt valley

Imlil - You start your trek from Marrakech, driving through the Asni valley to reach Imlil (1740m). From there, you will head east and ascend to Tizi ‘n’ Tamaterte at 2272m. Your journey will take you through fields of wheat and orchards of walnut, apple, and cherry trees before arriving in the village of Tamaterte.

Amgdoul - After passing through the village, a path leads up through pine and juniper woods to the Tizi, offering a stunning view of the Imlil and Imnan Valley. From here, you can spot Berber villages nestled into the slopes and Jbel Oukaîmeden (‘Ouka’ to the locals), which stands at 3268m.

The next hour or so will be spent traveling to the villages of Ouaneskra and then up to Amghedoul at 2130m, where you can enjoy a picnic on the plateau.

Tachdirt - In the afternoon, you will hike through the valley along mule trails until you reach Tachdirt, the oldest Berber village in the Toubkal Massif, situated at 2291m among terraced slopes. You will stay overnight in Tachdirt in a gite d’etape (a Berber House with a hot shower). While dinner is being prepared, you can explore the village and interact with the friendly Berber villagers. You might observe how they cook their meals, bake bread, make soups, or construct their houses from pise, a mixture of stone and mud.

Tachddirt - Iaabassene - Timichi

Timichi - Isghouarne - Agadir n’ait Boulmane - Setti Fadma

Setti-Fatma - After breakfast, you will embark on a 5 to 6-hour eastward hike down the valley. The valley, or ‘wadi’, is filled with cornfields and orange groves, intersected by streams flowing from the upper slopes. You’ll pass through the villages of Isghouarne and Agadir n’Aït Boulmane to reach the end of the Ourika Valley and arrive at Setti Fadma, an ancient Berber village surrounded by waterfalls and nut trees. There will be a picnic stop just outside the village before a final half-hour hike to rejoin the vehicle and return to Marrakech.

• Accommodation in a cozy guest house
• Delicious meals including breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Convenient ground transfers by minibus or taxi (hotel - trek - hotel)
• Hot shower facilities
• Muleteers and mules to carry luggage
• Bottled water provided
• Professional guide and cook for your journey
• Sleeping bags or blankets for comfort

• Tips (optional)
• Soft Drinks

Embark on a journey from Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains, heading towards the well-known Imlil village, a popular base for many Atlas Mountains expeditions. Once in Imlil, you’ll be greeted by your Berber guide, cook, and mule-handlers, promptly commencing your three-day adventure towards the Tizi ntmatert pass then descending into the Imnane valley for an overnight stay in a simple Berber village before making your descent down the valley to reach your terminal point, Ourika. These three days of trekking are an excellent choice that offers the opportunity to explore stunning landscapes and get a glimpse into the everyday life of the Berbers.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.