Trek the High Atlas, the Berber way
ASSL Tours offers hikes and trekking circuits in Morocco’s mountains and deserts, to discover its most beautiful landscapes.
Just an hour from Marrakech, the High Atlas rises into a different world — terraced fields, walnut groves, mud-brick villages and the snow-capped silhouette of Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak. This three-day trek follows ancient mule paths through the Ouirgane National Park and the Azzaden Valley to Imlil, the gateway village for Toubkal, at a gentle, human pace.
You’ll walk with experienced Berber mountain guides, share mint tea with families along the way, and sleep in welcoming gîtes and guesthouses. It’s an accessible introduction to mountain Morocco — no technical climbing, just clear air, big views and genuine hospitality.
Itinerary — 3 days / 2 nights
- Day 1 — Marrakech → Ouirgane National Park; first walk into the foothills.
- Day 2 — Tinzert → Azzaden Valley, through Berber villages and terraced fields.
- Day 3 — Ait Aissa → Tizi n'Mzik pass → Imlil; transfer back to Marrakech.
Highlights
- Ouirgane National Park & Azzaden Valley
- Authentic Berber village hospitality
- Views toward Mount Toubkal
- Experienced local mountain guides
Good to know
- Moderate fitness, no technical climbing
- Spring & autumn are ideal seasons
- Can be extended to summit Toubkal
- Layers & broken-in boots recommended