Overview
Jebel Saghro is a rugged volcanic range in southern Morocco, between the High Atlas and the Sahara. Its striking rock formations, vast plateaus and deep gorges make it one of the most unusual treks in the country, and one of the quietest.
Over six days you walk from oasis to plateau, camp beneath the famous twin towers of Bab n'Ali, climb to the highest point of the range, Kouaouch (2,592 m), and meet the semi-nomadic Ait Atta people who live here.
Highlights
- The twin rock towers of Bab n’Ali
- The summit of Kouaouch (2,592 m), with views to the desert
- Volcanic landscapes, oases and deep gorges
- Camps under the stars
- Encounters with Berber communities
6 days / 5 nights
Itinerary
Day 1
Marrakech – N’Kob – Handour
Drive from Marrakech across the High Atlas and the Draa Valley to N’Kob, then to the village of Handour, where you meet your guide and mule team. Dinner and night in a traditional guesthouse.
Day 2
Handour – Amalou n’Oughyoul – Bab n’Ali
Walk through rocky landscapes, green oases and plateaus to Bab n’Ali, the iconic twin rock towers surrounded by cliffs. Camp at their foot and dinner under the stars.
Day 3
Bab n’Ali – Assif n’Igli
Follow green valleys and narrow gorges, meeting the Berber communities of the region. Camp by the Assif n’Igli river.
Day 4
Assif n’Igli – Kouaouch
Climb Kouaouch, the highest point of Jebel Saghro at 2,592 m, for a panorama over the peaks and the desert. Descend to a plateau for a peaceful night in the wilderness.
Day 5
Plateau – Ighazoun
Cross wide plateaus and rocky terrain, with a traditional lunch prepared by your team, to the village of Ighazoun. Night in a Berber guesthouse.
Day 6
Ighazoun – N’Kob – Marrakech
Walk back to N’Kob, where your driver takes you back to Marrakech.
Included
- Return transfer from Marrakech
- Local mountain guide
- Muleteers and mules for the luggage
- Full board during the trek
- Nights in guesthouses, refuges or camps as described
Not included
- Drinks
- Personal trekking equipment
- Travel insurance
- Tips
Accommodation
Two nights in Berber guesthouses (Handour and Ighazoun) and three nights in camp, with tents and sleeping mats provided.
Good to know
Difficulty: moderate, with 5 to 6 hours of walking a day on rocky trails.
Jebel Saghro is at its best from October to April: in summer, it is too hot for trekking.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need trekking experience?
No technical climbing is involved, but you need good fitness and to be comfortable walking 5 to 7 hours a day on mountain trails. The guide adapts the pace to your group.
When is the best season for Saghro?
From October to April. Unlike the High Atlas, Saghro is a winter trek: the summer heat makes it unsuitable from June to September.
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