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The Bougmez Valley is perhaps the best-kept secret in Morocco.
The green, fertile valley in the heart of the Atlas Mountains is also called the “Happy Valley”. During this walking tour you will soon discover why the valley in the High Atlas deserves this nickname and get acquainted with the daily life of the local Berber population and their culture.
The M’Goun massif, at the heart of the High Atlas, is remoter and lesser known than the Toubkal area, but a gem nonetheless and the great range’s second most popular trekking area. Its high point, Jebel M’Goun (4068m), is the third-highest peak in north Africa, and one of Morocco’s’ sacred peaks. Very different in nature from the Toubkal area, M’Goun is largely eroded sandstone and limestone: think deep, colourful and dramatic gorges separating high and thrilling ridges and escarpments. It is a touch less harsh than other Atlas areas, with a bit more vegetation and more prosperous valleys.
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During this walking trips you take a multi-day trek. There is no question of a tightly planned travel schedule. On rest days you can take extra walks or do other things. The travel guide can always give you tips and suggestions on this. You are of course not obliged to participate. Those who prefer to go out on their own have complete freedom to do so. Due to the nature of our journeys and the local circumstances, unexpected situations may arise. Because of this it can happen that a certain walk or activity cannot take place or needs to be adjusted.[/caption]
Itineraries
Day 1
Marrakech - Demnate - Iminifri - Ait Boulli
Departure around 8am from Marrakech for Demnate, with a break at the small village of Iminifri, a stroll through this amazing natural site (the natural bridge). See traces of Dinosaurs after the village Tizi tizi noubadou. Continue on a mountain road to the red valley of Ait Boulli. Arrival at our cottage in Ait Boulli. Afternoon, we will then have time to discover the village and get in touch with the daily life of the Berbers.Driving time: 5 hrs.
Accomodation: ask omar?
Day 2
The Ait Boulli valley - Tafenfant plateau - The Arouss valley
A nice climb of 3h30 walk to the Tafenfant plateau. Nomads meet their herds of goats and sheep. Lunch will be prepared by our cook surrounded by nature. After two hours of walking along a path that descends to the beautiful Arouss valley.Walking time: 6 hours (a somewhat sporty and longest day).
Day 3
Your Plan
A nice climb of 3h30 walk to the Tafenfant plateau. Nomads meet their herds of goats and sheep. Lunch will be prepared by our cook surrounded by nature. After two hours of walking along a path that descends to the beautiful Arouss valley.Walking time: 6 hours of walking (a somewhat sporty and longest day).
Day 4
Ait Imi - the Adazene mountains - the Ait Hkem valley - Ait Ouchi
After breakfast, we head to the Ibaquallioune village with its old granary in the heart of the village and its prehistoric remains make it a very important stop. Then a climb of 400 meters from Adazen mountain. midday meal surrounded by nature. after a 1 hour walk, we will arrive at our cottage in the village Ait Ouchi.Day 5
Ait hkem - Ikhf N’ighir - Timit
This walk will allow us to discover the daily life of the Ait Bougmez valley and to admire sumptuous landscapes. We follow the valley to reach Iskatafene and the beautiful village of Ikhf N’ighir. We will have a small climb to the collective granary and the marabout of Sidi moussa (a venerated saint, renowned for the care of spiritual illnesses), The building at the same time is a collective granary It is a fortified building which used to store and / or store crops, jewelry and valuable documents). Magnificent view on three directions of the valley of Ait Bougmez known as the happy valley.Walking time: 5 hours
Day 6
Timit –Azilal - Marrakech
We leave the happy valley by taking the road to Azilal then Marrakech. Lunch on the way. Free afternoon to lose ourselves in the souks. English speaking guide
All transfers
Luggage transport per mule
All accomodations
Meals during trekking
Travel Insurance, tipping local staff and guide
We are flexible and all the tours can be modified to suit your specific needs and interests. If you have a different route in mind please let us know and we will offer a tour tailored to your specific requirements.
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