Authentic Berber villages
During this trek you will discover two valleys; the valley of Imlil and the valley of Azzaden. Our journey takes us through authentic Berber villages,Tizi-n-mzik and Tizi-n-oudid passes,tamsoult sumer village and Tamsoult waterfal; the highest waterfall in the High Atlas.
What is included:
- Pick up from hotel/Riad in a private, air-conditioned 4-wheel drive car
- Skilled English speaking guide with over 10 years of trekking and tour guide experience
- Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Tizi Oussam Berber village
- All the food ;breakfast, two lunches and dinner.
- mules to carry you laggage and the food.
- cook & Mineral water.
- Drop off at your hotel in Marrakech.
Highlights
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Escape the hustle and bustle of Marrakech
- Experience a journey through Berber villages
- Walk in Imlil and Azzaden valley
- Discover daily Berber life and culture
Itinerary!
DAY 1 :MARRAKECH - IMLIL - TIZI-N-MZIK - TAMSOULT - TIZI-N-OUSSM.
The driver will pick you up from your riad or hotel in Marrakech. After a beautiful scenic hour-and-a-half-long drive from the city, you’ll arrive in Imlil, to meet your Berber guide. A spot of mint tea while your luggage is loaded onto mules, the hike begins. From Imlil, the hike goes through the Berber village of Achain, pausing to take in the highest peak in North Africa. Continuing upward to Tizi-n-mzik (2,489 m) for a picturesque lunch break with view down into the to the Imlil And Azzaden valleys. After eating and brief rest, the hike continues to the summer village of Tamsoult or the Guar Igholidden Waterfalls. Next, it’s down to Tizi Oussm village, where you will spend the night in a Gite (guesthouse) with toilets, private bedrooms (minimal furnishing), and electricity. 6 hours walking.
DAY 2 :TIZI OUSSM - AIT AISSA - TIZI-N-OUADID - AGUARSIOUAL - MARRAKECH.
After breakfast, there’s time to walk around the Tizi Oussm village, taking in the local way of life and admiring the clay-crafted homes. Then it’s off through the Azzaden valley, also known as the Valley of Many Colors. Upon arriving at Ait Aissa, you will head up to the pass of Tizi Ouadid ( 2119 m), then down to have lunch under walnut trees. Another hour of walking after lunch brings you to Aguarsioual, where the driver will be waiting to take you to Marrakech. You will be in Marrakech around 5 pm. 5 hours of walking.
This entire experience was amazing! From pick-up to drop-off, Houssain insured that our day was perfect. A highlight of my entire trip was eating lunch at his mother's home. The food was delicious and one of the best meals I had in Morocco. I loved learning about the history, riding camels, and stopping to see argon oil prepared. I would highly recommend this trip for any interested in getting a well rounded and well prepared experience.
