Trek Details

During the Berber villages family trek, you will meet local people & visit old Berber houses. You will also see Berber village life firsthand while learning about the culture, traditions, and local daily meals. A unique cultural experience combined with overnight gites and hiking around Berber villages at a leisurely pace. The hike consists of 6-day, 5-night, and adventure and knowledge. The sights to see are endless, and the Berber villagers are sure to make you feel welcome for your whole trip.

Berber villages family trek allows you to:

Discover how Berber people and culture have grown in the beautiful Atlas mountains.
Meet local people & visit old Berber villages.

Itinerary of Berber Villages Family Trek

Day 1Day 1: Marrakech, Atlas Mountains, and Amssakrou

We will be heading towards the Atlas mountains and meeting with the mules on this day. This day will involve about 3 hours of walking. We walk to the Amssakrou River and spend the night in a Berber gite (around 1,500m).

Walking: 3 hours

Day 2 & 3Day 2 & 3: Amssakrou, Imnane Valley, Ikis, Tameguiste, and Techdirt

These two days are used for exploring the villages of Amssakrou, Ikis, Tameguiste, and Techdirt while walking along the Imnane valley. You will meet some natives and see how life is in the Berber villages—overnight in a local gite.

Overnight: in a local gite

Day 4Day 4: Tachdirt, Tamaterte Pass, Imlil Valley, and Aremd

On day four, we will cross the Tamatert Pass (2279m) before dipping down into the Imlil valley (1750m) and spend the night at a local guesthouse in the village of Armed. This day will require around 5 hours of walking.

Walking: 5 hours

Day 5Day 5: Armed, Tizi Mzzik, and Assif N'Azadene

This part of the journey will have some of the most beautiful sights of the whole trip. We will head along the mule path and meet up with the Tizi Mzik at around 2,490m and catch a view of the snow-plastered Tazarat Plateau and the villages with hanging terrace gardens set into the side of the hills. After just 4 hours of traveling, we will end the day in Assif N'Azadene and rest for the next.

Day 6Day 6: Assif N'Azadene, Imi Oughlad, and Marrakech

On the last leg of the adventure, we head towards Imi Oughlade, and at this point, we will have to say farewell to the fantastic Azzadene Valley and the beautiful High Atlas mountains. Once we arrive in Imi Oughlad, private vehicles will take you and your party back to Marrakech. End of Berber villages Family trek.

Prices & inclusions

Summer and Winter Season Price:Per person

2 people400 €

3 people360 €

For 4 people or more320 €

Price Includes

English speaking guide
Transfers from and to your hotel
Accommodation
Mules to carry your luggage
Kitchen equipment
All meals
Cooker

Price Does Not Include

Ticket flight
Travel Insurance
Accommodation and meals in Marrakech
Drinks
Entrance fees
Traditional tips

Essential Materials Needed For Berber Villages Family Trek

Big bag for clothing
Backpack for each daily supplies
Good walking shoes and socks fit for rugged terrain
3-4 season sleeping bag
Warm and light clothes
Lightweight waterproof over-trousers/ rain-pants
Personal First Aid Kit
Sunglasses
Sun-cream
Head Torch
Camera
Hat
Toilet tissues
Water bottle or camelback
Water purifier

Additional Details

Atlas three valleys hike is available and can be arranged for groups of all sizes
We can organize airport transfers and accommodation in Marrakech on your behalf.
Further discounts are available for group sizes over eight people.
You can pay €/$/£ or Moroccan Dirhams.

Berber Villages family trek: Hike through Berber villages and valleys on the spectacular trails with your family.