Mgoun and roses valley Treks
The Geopark
M’GOUN
Covering an area estimated at more than 5700 km², including 15 municipalities (Azilal, Demnate, Tilougite, Zaouit Ahensal, Tabant, Ait M’Hamed, Ait Taguella, Agoudi N’Lkheir, Ait Abbas, Ait Boulli, Ait Blal, Sidi Boulkhelf, Tifni, Anergui Boutferda.), the M’Goun UNESCO Geopark, the first geopark in Morocco, Africa, and the Arab world, is located in the middle of the central high atlas chain between Beni Mellal in the north and the ridge line from Ighil M’Goun to the south.
The M’Goun Geopark is a protected territory that includes several sites of exceptional interest, but also places of ecological, archaeological, historical, and cultural value.
Geopark is an important factor in the socio-economic development of the region. it will stimulate the development of tourism there, in particular tourism, which will generate the creation of local businesses, thus producing new sources of income for the population.
The M’Goun UNESCO Geopark also has an educational vocation. it aims to offer a scientific and environmental education program.
Explore the M’Goun Geopark 6 Days
The history of this region dates back millions of years: it constitutes a privileged geological sector, characterized by the presence of famous and spectacular footprints of sauropod and theropod dinosaurs, including the prehistoric site of Iroutane (Demnate region) and at various sites in the heart of the Ait Bouguemmez valley.
The region has seen the discovery of an almost complete skeleton of a sauropod called Atlasaurus imlajei, which is currently on display at the Museum of Earth Sciences in Rabat. The M’goun geopark is also full of fauna rich in endangered species, such as the Barbary sheep, the golden eagle, the bearded vulture and the Tamga panther.
In addition to the archaeological heritage, the site is rich in architectural and historical heritage of great value (kasbahs, ighermans, collective granaries and rock carvings).
- Trip code: EMG
- Duration: 6 days of walking.
- Period: from March to November
- Level: challenging
- Travel: on foot.
- Accommodation: Berber House / Basecamps / Tents.
- Meals: typical Moroccan dishes (tagine, couscous, …).
- Activity: Walking & Trekking
- Group size: 4–16
- Ages: 16+
We offer adventure Atlas Mountains and Mountain activities, tours and things to do available daily throughout the travel season with local guides.
Services Included:
- English speaking guide.
- All meals.
- Berber House or Mountain Hut
- Mule to carry your staff.
- Transfer from & to Marrakech.
Not included:
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Own Expenses
Explore the M’Goun Geopark 6 Days
6 days M’goun trek: Ideal trekking in the Central High Atlas Mountains. for exploring the valley of Roses and the gorges of Mgoun. Perfect trek option to explore the valley of Ait Bougmez and the peaks of Mgoun valley. An exciting and adventurous week!
Itinerary Day per Day:
Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Bougmez Valley – (1800m)
Departure at 8 is from the city of Marrakech, which provides access to the beautiful nature along the way. we are going to enjoy the beautiful landscape that characterizes the center of the High Atlas to the Valley of Happiness. Welcome to Berber life with a mint tea and a stroll through the valley and fields of Ait Bougmez. Overnight accommodation with the inhabitant. 6-hour drive.
Day 2: Ait Bougmez – Ait Imi pass (2900 m) – Valley Zerkan – Tighremt N Ait Hamed (2300m)
We begin to ascend from the source of Ait IMI at 2000m to 2910m Col. An ascent of 4 hours. Above, we will discover a beautiful panoramic view. Then we will find an easy way down to the valley of Ouzighimt where, in addition to all the various long villages of Amazigh Berber. Walking time: 1100m uphill and 600m downhill. Overnight in tents.
Day 3: Tighremt Ait Ahmed – Valley Ouzighimt – Imin IRKT
This day consists of the descent into the Ouzighimt valley, a beautiful valley with a population of women who are always in full swing at work on the fields, collecting wood for fire … our walk will be all along the river, which binds several villages. Lunch will take place on the shores of Taghraft. Then we will continue our journey to the town of Imi N’IRKT. 5h30 Walk. 500m descent. Night in tents.
Day 4: Imi IRKT – Tiranimine
Today we go across several rivers. We will be in water that is often pleasantly cold and refreshing during summer. Take a break for warm tea and lunch near the Ifasfas spring. The camp will be in the village Tighanimine. 5 hours by foot.500m descent. Night Bivouac tents.
Day 5: Tighanimine – Boutaghrar
This day starts with a walk through the cultivated fields: fruit trees (fig trees, walnut, and apples) before reaching the valley of Boutarghrar. Our luncheon will be served near the village of Tamgalouna.5h30 walk. 400m descent. Overnight in a tent.
Day 6: Transfer from Boutghrar – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
We will leave at eight o’clock for the city of Kelaa Mgouna. known. worldwide for its roses that bloom in April with its great Festival of Roses that is held the first week of May every year. Afterward,90km, we continue the crossing of the city of Ouarzazate then we cross the famous snacking route from Tizi N Tichka 2260m to Marrakech. Arrive in Marrakesh at the beginning of the evening.
Number of People: | 1 – 2 | 3 – 4 | 5 – 6 | 7 – 9 | 10+ |
Price per Person: | 800 € | 785 € | 695 € | 545 € | 400 € |
A trek in Morocco could include the Atlas mountains, (for example Jebel Toubkal, Jebel M’goun or Jebel Siroua), the Sahara Desert or the famous Moroccan valleys and kasbahs. Depending on your fitness level (and the season!), you can trek, walk or ramble all over Morocco.
Our Treks start from several villages and valleys in the Atlas Mountains.
We offer adventure Atlas Mountains and Mountain activities, tours and things to do available daily throughout the travel season with local guides.
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GENERAL INFORMATION:
- Portage: For walkers a small backpack for the day’s belongings. Mules are available for carrying luggage.
- Supervision: By a Multilanguages speaking Moroccan mountain guide assisted by a cook and muleteers.
- Accommodation: Riad Atlas Imlil, Bivouac in a 2-person tent with mattresses, lodgings during the hike, or at the mountain hut in the winters.
- Meals: typical Moroccan dishes (tagine, couscous, …). Fresh products and complementary preserves, meat bought in the mountains. Picnic or salads at noon, hot and cooked meal in the evening.
- Climate: dry and hot in spring, cold at night in winter. Thunderstorm possible
- Supervision: Berber guide speaking French and English, cook, mule drivers.
List of equipment to bring back: The weight of your luggage must be limited and contain all of your belongings. A flexible travel bag with side openings or a rucksack without frame, do not bring back rigid bags and suitcases.
- The list:
- A sleeping bag (warm for winter)
- A small backpack for the day.
- A pair of light walking shoes that hold the ankle well.
- A spare pair of shoes and a pair of sandals.
- Loose pants for walking
- A sweater or fleece (from October to March) and a lighter one to wear underneath.
- A mountain jacket & waterproof jacket & pant
- A change of clothes.
- A flashlight + spare battery.
- A gourd.
- Sunglasses …