Morocco · Trekking

2-Day Atlas Mountains Trek and Imlil Valley Tour from Marrakech

2 Days Round trip from Marrakesh Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Stroll through the picturesque Tizi Mzik pass
02 Visit Tamsoulte to see the highest waterfalls in the Atlas Mountains
03 Relish the scenic views over Azzaden valley
04 Enjoy a traditional Berber meal

Trek from Marrakech through little hamlets and Berber villages into the magnificent Western High Atlas Mountains. Part of this two-day trek crosses Imlil National Park, combining a short drive into the country interior with gentle hiking through high mountain scenery, colourful valleys, remote villages, and encounters with very welcoming and friendly Berber people. Along the way, enjoy panoramic passes, waterfalls, and the beautiful landscapes of the Atlas.

Start the trek and climb the Tizi Mzik pass, enjoying spectacular views over Imlil valley and Toubkal Summit.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Marrakech, Toubkal, Imlil

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Marrakech to Tizi Oussem via Imlil and Tizi Mzik

After breakfast in Marrakech, pick up and drive towards the High Atlas Mountains via Tahnnaout, Oued Ghighaya, and Asni.
Enjoy the stunning views of the villages along the valley.
After arriving in Imlil, 65 km from Marrakech, meet the guide and muleteer.
Start the trek and climb the Tizi Mzik pass, enjoying spectacular views over Imlil valley and Toubkal Summit.
Continue to Tamsoulte to visit the highest waterfalls in the Atlas Mountains, then descend to the Azzaden valley through a juniper forest to reach Tizi Oussem village.

Overnight at the guesthouse in the village.

Day 02

Tizi Oussem to Marrakech via Id Issa, Tizi Oudid, and Matat

After breakfast, enjoy the sunshine in this colourful valley and its marvellous typical Berber villages.
Leave Tizi Oussem and continue down to Id Issa village before heading up to the Tizi Oudid mountain pass.
Cross Matat village after passing through a wild thurifer juniper forest.
Have lunch under walnut groves and relax near the river.
Transfer from Imlil to Marrakech with drop-off at your accommodation.