VISIT THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS WITH LOCAL BERBER GUIDE 

Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
Start/Finish: Marrakech
Grade: Moderate
Best Season: All year round
Accommodation: Comfortable Berber Guesthouse
Total Hiking Time: 5–6 hours per day

Itinerary: 

Day 1: Marrakech – Imlil – Tizi n’Tamatert – Imnane Valley – Tidli Pass – Armed Village

After breakfast at your accommodation in Marrakech, you’ll be picked up by private transport and driven south towards the High Atlas Mountains. After a scenic 1.5-hour drive, you’ll reach Imlil (1,740m) — the starting point of your trek. Here you’ll meet your experienced local Berber guide and begin your adventure.

Your hike starts with a gentle climb toward the Tizi n’Tamatert Pass (2,279m), where you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the Imnane Valley and surrounding Berber villages. A delicious lunch will be served at the pass prepared by your Berber cook.

In the afternoon, continue your trek across the Tidli Pass, descending gradually toward Aremd (Armed Village) — one of the highest and most picturesque villages in the Toubkal region.

Arrive at your comfortable guesthouse for dinner and overnight stay, surrounded by stunning views of Mount Toubkal.

Walking time: 5–6 hours
Included meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Berber Guesthouse in Armed Village

Day 2: Armed Village – Sidi Chamharouch – Toubkal Valley – Imlil – Marrakech

After breakfast, set out on a scenic hike to the Toubkal Valley, passing through traditional Berber villages along the way. The trail gradually ascends to Sidi Chamharouch (2,350m) — a sacred site beside a white rock, known for its spiritual significance to local people.

Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, then begin your descent back toward Imlil, passing by waterfalls and terraced fields.

Your driver will be waiting in Imlil to transfer you back to Marrakech, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening.

Walking time: 5 hours
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Included in the Price

• Professional, English-speaking Berber mountain guide
• Experienced Berber cook
• All meals during the trek
• Accommodation in a Berber guesthouse
• Round-trip transport between Marrakech and Imlil

Not Included

• Travel insurance
• Soft/alcoholic drinks
• Tips and personal expenses

Essential Equipment / Kit List

• Good walking boots or trainers (for valley treks)
• Personal first aid kit
• 3–4 season sleeping bag (winter) / light sleeping bag (summer)
• Lightweight waterproof trousers / rain pants
• Water bottle or camelback (recommended)
• Soft-sided travel bag (50–80L)
• Lightweight daypack
• Sunglasses and sunscreen
• Torch and spare batteries
• Towel and personal toiletries

Equipment Rental in Imlil

Most trekking gear can be rented locally from our equipment shop in Imlil:

• Walking boots: €5/day
• Sleeping bag: €2.5/day
• Rain jacket: €3/day
• Walking poles: €3/day/pair
• Backpack: €3/day
• Stove: €2/day

Highlights

• Hike through scenic Berber villages and valleys
• Enjoy a traditional Berber lunch at Tizi n’Tamatert Pass
• Explore the spiritual site of Sidi Chamharouch
• Stunning panoramic views of the Toubkal Massif
• Experience genuine Berber hospitality in a mountain guesthouse

Book your 2 Day trek today and let Morocco’s mountains inspire you.