Taghia · High Atlas
6-Day Atlas Mountains Trek – Aït Bouguemez to Taghia
Tour details
A 6-day High Atlas trek from Marrakech through Aït Bouguemez, Lake Izoughar and Tizi n’Tighboula Pass to the remote village of Taghia.
Overview
Overview
Travel from Marrakech into the High Atlas for a 6-day trek through Aït Bouguemez, Zaouiat Oulmzi, Lake Izoughar and Tizi n’Tighboula Pass before reaching Taghia. The route includes guesthouse stays, tent camping, shepherd trails, high Atlas pastures, panoramic valley views and mountain paths.
Highlights
Travel from Marrakech to the Aït Bouguemez Valley
Stay in Zaouiat Oulmzi at 2,000 m
Traditional mint tea overlooking walnut and apple orchards
Hike to Lake Izoughar at 2,600 m
Follow shepherd trails and pass grazing flocks
Camp overnight beside Lake Izoughar
Cross high Atlas pastures towards Tizi n’Tighboula Pass at 3,000 m
See goats, sheep and occasionally dromedaries
Pass wheat and barley fields surrounded by rugged mountains
Reach Taghia at 1,900 m
Enjoy panoramic views over the Taghia Valley
Explore ancient mountain trails used by Berber shepherds
Hike towards the base of Mount Aoujdad
See views of the limestone cliffs
Aït Bouguemez Valley
The trek begins with the journey from Marrakech to the Aït Bouguemez Valley and Zaouiat Oulmzi at 2,000 m. The valley includes walnut and apple orchards, viewed from the guesthouse terrace while enjoying traditional mint tea.
Lake Izoughar
The route continues along shepherd trails to temporary Lake Izoughar at 2,600 m. The lake was formed after a large landslide, and the day ends with an overnight stay in tents.
Tizi n’Tighboula Pass
The trek crosses high Atlas pastures towards Tizi n’Tighboula Pass at 3,000 m. Along the way, hikers may encounter goats, sheep and occasionally dromedaries, while wheat and barley fields contrast with the rugged mountain scenery.
Taghia Valley
The route from Tizi n’Tighboula to Taghia includes a more challenging hike and panoramic views of the Taghia Valley before descending gradually to the village at 1,900 m, located at the foot of towering cliffs.
Berber Mountain Trails
The mountain exploration includes ancient trails carved by Berber shepherds and an ascent towards the base of Mount Aoujdad, with views of the limestone cliffs.
Itinerary
Marrakech – Zaouiat Oulmzi (Aït Bouguemez)
Departure from Marrakech to the stunning Aït Bouguemez Valley. Upon arrival at Zaouiat Oulmzi, check in at the guesthouse. Enjoy a traditional mint tea on a terrace overlooking walnut and apple orchards, typical of the valley.
Zaouiat Oulmzi – Lake Izoughar
A gentle hike through shepherd trails and past grazing flocks, with spectacular views across the valley. In the afternoon, reach the temporary Lake Izoughar, formed after a large landslide.
Lake Izoughar – Tizi n’Tighboula Pass
Easy hiking across high Atlas pastures. Encounter goats, sheep and occasionally dromedaries. Wheat and barley fields create a striking contrast with the rugged mountains.
Tizi n’Tighboula – Taghia
A more challenging hike with breathtaking panoramic views of the Taghia Valley. Descend gradually to the charming village of Taghia, nestled at the foot of towering cliffs.
Exploring Berber Mountain Passes
A 4-hour hike into the mountains to discover ancient trails carved by Berber shepherds. The ascent to the base of Mount Aoujdad offers dizzying views of the limestone cliffs. Return to the guesthouse for the night.
Before you go
From Aït Bouguemez to Taghia
This High Atlas trek connects Marrakech, Aït Bouguemez, Lake Izoughar, Tizi n’Tighboula and Taghia through valley landscapes, high mountain pastures, shepherd trails, camps and traditional mountain villages.
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