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  Genuine Discoveries Marrakech  31.63°N  7.99°W  ·  Est. 2018
Trekking adventure · 9 days

Mgoun Trek & Atlas Mountains

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Tour Highlights

What Makes This Journey
Extraordinary

A nine-day trek through the High Atlas, crowned by the 4,071 m summit of Mount M'Goun — challenge, culture, and raw mountain beauty in balance.

Summit Mount M'Goun (4,071 m)
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Summit Mount M'Goun (4,071 m)

Stand atop Morocco's second-highest peak for sweeping panoramas across the High Atlas range.

Happy Valley & Aït Bouguemez
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Happy Valley & Aït Bouguemez

Walk through a patchwork of terraced fields, orchards, and mud-brick villages in Morocco's most idyllic valley.

Berber Mountain Hospitality
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Berber Mountain Hospitality

Share bread, tea, and stories with the Amazigh families who have farmed these valleys for centuries.

Alpine Camps Under the Stars
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Alpine Camps Under the Stars

Sleep in well-equipped camps on high plateaus beneath some of the clearest night skies in North Africa.

Tarkedit Plateau
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Tarkedit Plateau

Trek across dramatic high-altitude plateaus and river gorges carved over millennia.

Ouzoud Waterfalls Finale
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Ouzoud Waterfalls Finale

Descend from the mountains to Morocco's most spectacular falls — a refreshing reward after the summit.

Day by Day

Your 9-Day Journey, Unfolded

Every day on the trail designed to balance challenge, culture, and breathtaking scenery.

Day 01 📍 Marrakech Arrival & Trek Briefing ▼

Welcome to Marrakech, a trek briefing and gear check with your guide, and a comfortable riad night before the mountains call.

Today's Highlights
🛬 Arrival
📋 Trek Briefing
🎒 Gear Check
🏨 Riad Night
Day 02 📍 Azib n'Ikkis Marrakech → Azib n'Ikkis ▼

Drive to the trailhead, then trek through shepherds' pastures to your first high mountain camp.

Today's Highlights
🚐 Drive to Trailhead
🥾 First Trek
🐑 Shepherd Pastures
⛺ High Camp
Day 03 📍 Tarkedit Plateau Azib n'Ikkis → Tarkedit Plateau ▼

A steady ascent to the high plateau beneath M'Goun, camping under a vast sky brilliant with stars.

Today's Highlights
⛰️ Steady Ascent
🏔️ Tarkedit Plateau
🌌 Star Camp
🍵 Camp Dinner
Day 04 📍 M'Goun Summit Summit (4,071 m) → Ikkis n'Oulilimt ▼

A pre-dawn start for the summit of Mount M'Goun and panoramic ridge views, then a long, rewarding descent.

Today's Highlights
🌄 Pre-Dawn Start
🏔️ Summit 4,071 m
📸 Ridge Panoramas
⬇️ Long Descent
Day 05 📍 Aflalal Ikkis n'Oulilimt → Aflalal ▼

Follow river gorges and canyon paths into greener valley country, the landscape softening as you descend.

Today's Highlights
🏞️ River Gorges
🥾 Canyon Paths
🌿 Greener Valleys
⛺ Valley Camp
Day 06 📍 Aït Bouguemez Aflalal → Aït Bouguemez ▼

Descend into the famed Happy Valley — a patchwork of fields, mud-brick villages, and orchards.

Today's Highlights
🌾 Happy Valley
🏘️ Berber Villages
🍎 Orchards
🤝 Local Hospitality
Day 07 📍 Marrakech Aït Bouguemez → Ouzoud → Marrakech ▼

Leave the mountains for Morocco's most spectacular waterfalls at Ouzoud, then return to Marrakech.

Today's Highlights
💧 Ouzoud Falls
🐒 Macaques
🚐 Return Drive
🌆 Marrakech
Day 08 📍 Marrakech City Tour ▼

Palaces, souks, and gardens at an easy post-trek pace — a gentle re-entry to city life.

Today's Highlights
🏰 Palaces
🛍️ Souks
🌿 Gardens
🫖 Mint Tea
Day 09 📍 Marrakech End of the Adventure ▼

A farewell transfer to the airport — or extend your stay to discover more of Morocco.

Today's Highlights
👋 Farewell
🛬 Transfer
✨ Optional Extension
Choose Your Experience

Two Ways to Travel Morocco

Both packages include private transport, expert guidance, and fully curated itineraries. The difference is in the details.

Comfort
Comfort Package
Handpicked riads · Private guide · Cultural depth
From $1,690
per person · double occupancy
✓Private 4×4 transport throughout
✓Handpicked character riads & guesthouses
✓Expert local guide (Jaouad or team)
✓Daily breakfast included
✓All entrance fees & listed activities
✓Comfortable desert camp
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Luxury
Luxury Package
5-star riads · Luxury desert camp · Premium throughout
From $2,690
per person · double occupancy
✓Everything in Comfort, elevated
✓5-star riads & boutique hotels
✓Private luxury desert camp (en-suite)
✓Private candlelit dinner in the dunes
✓Hammam & spa sessions included
✓Premium vehicle & all meals

Luxury extras

★Exclusive riad buyouts available
★Rooftop private dining in Fes
★Sunrise hot air balloon over Marrakech
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Questions Answered

Your Mgoun Trek Questions

Everything about summiting Morocco's highest trekking peak and the Atlas valleys.

How fit do I need to be?+
The Jebel Mgoun summit (4,071m) requires good general fitness — comfortable walking 6–8 hours with 1,200m of elevation gain. No technical climbing. Valley sections are gentle.
What altitude sickness risk is there?+
Possible above 3,000m. We build in acclimatisation days and ascend gradually. Common symptoms — headache, fatigue — resolve with rest and hydration.
What is the accommodation like on the trek?+
Valley nights: simple Berber guesthouses with home-cooked meals. High-altitude nights: mountain tents or refuges. Desert nights: quality tented camps.
How do I book a tour?+
Click Book This Journey on any tour page or Start Planning in the nav. Fill in your dates and group — Jaouad replies personally within 24 hours. No deposit required at this stage.
Can I customise any itinerary?+
Every tour is a starting point. We adapt dates, extra nights, side trips, pace, and accommodation. Tell us your vision.
What is your payment process?+
30% deposit to confirm, balance due 60 days before departure. We accept bank transfer and major cards.
What is your cancellation policy?+
60+ days: full deposit refund. 30–60 days: 50% refund. Under 30 days: no refund, but we'll always try to reschedule. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Are your tours private?+
Yes — every tour is private. Your party, your vehicle, your guide. We never add strangers to fill seats.
How far ahead should I book?+
Spring and autumn (peak seasons): 3–6 months ahead. Summer and winter: less notice usually fine.
What is the best time to visit Morocco?+
Spring (Mar–May) and autumn (Sep–Nov) are most comfortable across all regions. Summer is very hot in the Sahara but ideal for high-altitude trekking. Winter is mild in cities and magical in the desert at night.
Do I need a visa?+
USA, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia don't need a visa — 90-day stamp on arrival. Check your specific passport if you're unsure.
What currency is used?+
Moroccan Dirham (MAD). ATMs are widely available. Carry cash for souks, tips, and rural areas.
What should I pack?+
Light layers, modest clothing for medinas and mosques, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and any prescription medication.
Is the tap water safe?+
Drink bottled or filtered water throughout Morocco. Your accommodation will provide it.
What is a riad?+
A traditional Moroccan house built around a central courtyard. Intimate, beautifully decorated, locally owned. We select riads for character and hospitality, not star ratings.
What is Moroccan food like?+
Tagines, pastilla, couscous, harira, fresh sfenj. Rich, aromatic, slow-cooked. Vegetarian options are widely available. Food hygiene at quality riads and restaurants is excellent.
Will I experience genuine culture?+
This is the core of what we do. Jaouad grew up in the High Atlas — Amazigh heritage runs through everything. We visit homes, eat where locals eat, take paths that don't appear in guidebooks.
Is Morocco safe?+
Morocco is generally safe and welcoming. A knowledgeable local guide eliminates most friction. Modest dress is appreciated. Solo women travellers should be aware of unsolicited attention in busy medinas.
What vaccinations do I need?+
No vaccinations are legally required. Recommended: Hepatitis A, Typhoid. Keep tetanus up to date. Consult a travel health clinic 4–6 weeks before departure.
What are the emergency numbers?+
Medical: 15 · Police: 19 · Gendarmerie: 177. Your guide is always your first contact. We provide a 24/7 WhatsApp number to all active guests.
Still have questions?
Jaouad replies personally within 24 hours.
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Ready When You Are

Ready for the
summit?

From $1,000 per person · Marrakech round-trip · best March to October. For adventurous hikers with moderate fitness seeking challenge and connection.

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