TALAMROUT SUMMIT DAY HIKE – DAY TREK FOR Explore the Authentic Atlas
Talamrout Summit Day Hike — Itinerary
Duration: 1 Day
Grade / Difficulty: Moderate (≈ 900 m elevation gain)
Highest point: ~ 2,600 m (Adrar Talamrout)
Meeting / Pickup: Marrakech hotel or riad in the morning
Return: Same evening in Marrakech
Sample Timing & Flow
| Time |
Activity |
| ~ 08:00 |
Hotel / Riad pickup in Marrakech (or earlier depending on guest location) |
| ~ 09:30 |
Arrive in Imlil (~1,740 m), meet your guide, gear check, tea break |
| ~ 10:00 |
Begin hike from Imlil, going up through the Tamatert Valley via Ait Souka & Tamatert villages |
| ~ 11:30–12:00 |
Reach Tizi n’ Tamatert Pass (~2,280 m) — rest, enjoy views |
| ~ 12:00–12:40 |
Continue ascent through pine forest/trails to the summit of Adrar Talamrout (~2,600 m) |
| ~ 13:30 |
Arrive summit — panoramic views, photo stops, rest |
| ~ 13:40 |
Begin descent toward Tizi n'Tamatert; stop for lunch on the way down (often a traditional tagine) |
| ~ 15:30–16:00 |
Arrive back in Imlil; rest, refresh, maybe tea |
| ~ 16:30 |
Depart Imlil, drive back toward Marrakech |
| ~ 18:00 |
Drop off at your hotel in Marrakech. End of hike day. |
Note: Some operators schedule a slightly longer day (~5 to 6 hours of hiking) or adjust departure/return times.
Inclusions & What’s Provided
- Round-trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Local mountain guide (English / French
- Lunch (traditional Berber / Moroccan style) and refreshments / tea
- Basic hiking equipment support (you may rent hiking shoes in Imlil)
- Scenic viewpoints, cultural insight about Berber villages along the route
Important Notes & Tips
- Fitness: Participants should have a moderate fitness level. The total elevation change is about 900 m up and down.
- Footwear: Good hiking shoes with grip are strongly recommended — some terrain can be loose or slippery
- What to bring: Sunglasses, sun hat, layered clothing, small daypack, water, snacks, rain/wind shell
- Start early to maximize daylight and avoid descent in fading light
- Weather can change — be prepared for wind, sun, or sudden drops
- Respect local culture — dress modestly when passing through villages, ask permission before photographing
- Guide’s pace: The guide will moderate pace to suit group, with breaks at viewpoints
Book your Day trek today and let Morocco’s mountains inspire you.
