Berber Stay in the Aït Bougmez Valley
Highlights
• Trek through remote High Atlas landscapes and ancient caravan routes
• Camp on the high-altitude Izourar plateau among nomadic herders
• Explore the “Happy Valley” of Aït Bougmez and its Berber villages
• Visit Sidi Moussa granary and local dinosaur fossil site
• Join traditional weaving and cooking workshops with local women
• Meet students and teachers at an eco-school powered by permaculture
• End your journey at the natural bridge of Imi n’Ifri before returning to Marrakech
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Day 1: Marrakech (Arrival)
- Upon arrival at Marrakech Menara Airport, your private driver will meet you and transfer you to your riad located in the heart of the Medina. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to explore the surrounding area and begin soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of the city.
- 4-star
Day 2: Marrakech – Aït Mohamed – Izourar Dry Lake
- Early morning departure from Marrakech by minibus, following the road along the northern foothills of the High Atlas Mountains. Stop at Azilal for a visit to the archaeological museum. Continue via Aït Mohamed. Picnic lunch en route. Then take the mountain road towards Tizi n'Tighist, an old caravan pass at the foot of Mount Azourki, arriving in the heart of the Bougmez Valley. Meet your muleteer team and begin your trek toward the dry lake of Izourar. Camp is set up for two nights at 2,500m altitude on the Izourar plateau, where you will come across many flocks of sheep and goats.
- In a tent
- Breakfast & Picnic Lunch & Dinner .
Day 3: Nomadic Territory of Aït Atta and Aït Hkim
- A full day of hiking in total immersion in the nomadic territory of the Aït Atta and Aït Hkim tribes, following the transhumance paths at the foot of Mount Azourki and crossing the old caravan pass of Tizi N’Ilaz (2,800m). Picnic lunch near a mountain spring. Return to camp through a valley at the foot of Mount Ouawgoulzat. Enjoy a beautiful evening atmosphere as herds return to their enclosures. Overnight at the camp.
- In a tent
- Breakfast & Picnic Lunch & Dinner .
Day 4: Izourar Lake – Aït Bougmez Valley – Tabant
- After breakfast, begin a long day of hiking through the Aït Bougmez Valley. Discover traditional rural life as you pass through villages. Picnic lunch in nature, then continue walking through apple orchards and farmlands before reaching your charming guesthouse, located at 1,850m altitude. Enjoy a welcome tea on the terrace and settle into your rooms. Dinner at the guesthouse.
- Guesthouse
- Breakfast & Picnic Lunch & Dinner .
Day 5: Sidi Moussa (1980m) – Aït Ziri - Idoukalene – Tabant
- Depart for the fortified granary and sanctuary of Sidi Moussa (1,980m), offering stunning panoramic views over the valley. Descend to the village of Timite for a weaving workshop run by a women’s association. Continue to Aguerd N'Ouzrou to explore a site with dinosaur footprints. A scenic trail through a patchwork of cultivated fields leads to Idoukalene at the base of the “pyramid” mountain. Enjoy lunch near the stream in Toufririne, then return via the foothills of Jebel Igoudamen. In the evening, participate in a cooking workshop at the guesthouse. Dinner and overnight stay.
- Guesthouse
- Breakfast & Picnic Lunch & Dinner .
Day 6: Tizi N’Aït Ouriat Pass – Ahbay Village – Tabant
- Walk through the Irf N'Ighir valley, passing through Isskatafane. Follow the old caravan trail over the Tizi N’Aït Ouriat Pass (2,200m) to the Ahabbay pastures, where you’ll stop for a picnic under juniper trees. Meet members of the “Living School” association, a unique moment of exchange and cultural sharing. Return to the guesthouse. Relax on the terrace and watch the storks gliding in at sunset. Tea and rest time. The Living School welcomes around 80 children and youths, mostly Berber, from various social backgrounds. It provides a forward-thinking, holistic education in this remote area. The large school site is co-managed by students following permaculture principles, creating a self-sustaining, nature-integrated learning environment.
- Guesthouse
- Breakfast & Picnic Lunch & Dinner .
Day 7: Bougmez - Aït Boulli – Imi n’Ifri - Demnate – Marrakech
- Final breakfast on the terrace of your guesthouse. A short walk before meeting your vehicle. Drive through the scenic Aït Boulli valley, stopping at the natural bridge of Imi n’Ifri. Lunch break en route. Arrival in Marrakech in the mid-afternoon. Hotel check-in and free evening for dinner.
- 4-star
- Breakfast
Day 8: Marrakech (Return)
- All good things must come to an end. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to Marrakech Airport for your flight home
- breakfast.
What's Included:
- 2 nights in comfort-category riads and kasbahs as per the itinerary.
- Double room with bath or shower and WC.
- 2 nights in a tent.
- 3 nights in guesthouse
- 7x breakfast (B) & 5x picnic lunch (P) & x5 dinner .
- Guide of hikking from day 2 to day 7.
- Airport transfers as per the itinerary
- Personalized advice.
- Full trip preparation.
What's not Included :
- Flights.
- Additional Services
- Insurance.