Atlas Mountains Escape 3 Days

Summary

Day1: Imlil – Tizi'n'Tamaterte – Wanskra – Tachdirth Our trek starts from Imlil with about 1h and 45 min. hike upwards in eastern direction towards Tizi’n’Tamaterte (2279m). Our path will lead through barley fields and orchards of cherry, walnut and apple trees to Tamaterte village. After passing the village, we will follow the pathway leading us up through the forest of pine and juniper trees. In Tizi we will have a short stop to enjoy the beautiful Imlil and ImnaneValleys with Berber villages stretching around us us, precariously tucked onto the slopes. Thenwe continue for another hour until we reach Wanskra and Amagdoul villages. Here on the plateau we will have our field picnic. In the afternoon we will spent some 2 h to hike along mule trails up through the valley to an ancient Berber village. We will spend our night in a gite d’etape in Tachdirth (2291m). Day 2:Tachdirth – Iaabbassen – Timichi We start with an early breakfast to gain strength for the following 6 h hike in the south-east direction to Timichi village (1850m). For the next 2,5 hours the trek will continue slowly up to Tizi’n’Tachdirth (3200m). Here we will be awarded with an astonishing panoramic view of Bouignouane (3882m) and JbelAksoual (3842m) on the one side and Angour on the other. Here we can also enjoy the beautiful nature of VerdantValley stretching out below us. For the next 2 h we will follow a rocky pass in the northeast direction until we reach Iaabbassen village (2030m). Here, next to the spring just outside the village, we will enjoy your field picnic. In the afternoon we will have a 2 h hike in the northeast direction down the valley to the Timichi village - an ancient multi-layered terraced village surrounded by old nut trees. Here the dinner will be awaiting for us. We will spend a night in a traditional Berber family house. Day 3:Timichi – Tiwerdiwe – Tadrarte – Agadir N’Ait Boulmane – SettiFadma In the morning we will have a breakfast and then start our 4-5 h hike through beautiful corn fields and walnut groves down the valley in eastward direction. We will pass through Tadrart and Anfli villages and arrive to the picturesque Ourika Valley. We will have our picnic close to the famous Setti Fadma village. After another half an hour hike we will reach our vehicle that will bring us back.

Tour info

Duration
3 days
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Why take this tour?

This Trek is and Easy to medium & interesting 3 day   walk from the well known berber village of Imlil to Ourika red  valley  , great walking option in the High  atlas Mountains which will take you through lot of berber villages, high mountain pass and walk down through the gorges of Ait Ourika valley.

What’s included?

  • 2 nights accommodation

  • Afternoon tea

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

  • Coffee and/or Tea

  • Snacks

  • Bottled water

  • Gratuities

  • Travel insurance

  • Mineral water

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Active Treks Morocco

About operator:

Trekking & Walking in Morocco- Atlas Day Trips- Sahara Desert Trips

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