Overview
At 4,068 metres, Mount M'Goun is the second-highest peak in Morocco, and a more remote, less crowded alternative to Toubkal. The trek starts from the Ait Bouguemez valley, known as the “Happy Valley” for its green terraces and welcoming villages.
Over six days you cross high plateaus, reach the summit for views over the Atlas and towards the Sahara, camp by rivers and walk through the dramatic Ait Imi gorge.
Highlights
- The summit of Mount M’Goun (4,068 m)
- The green Ait Bouguemez “Happy Valley”
- The Tarkeddit plateau and the Oulilimte valley
- The narrow Ait Imi gorge
- Camps under the stars and Berber hospitality
6 days / 5 nights
Itinerary
Day 1
Marrakech – Ait Bouguemez
Drive through mountain roads to Ait Bouguemez, the “Happy Valley”. Explore its villages and terraced fields in the afternoon. Night in a guesthouse.
Day 2
Ait Bouguemez – Tarkeddit plateau
Start the trek with a gradual ascent through pastures and rocky terrain to the high Tarkeddit plateau, with panoramic views. Camp on the plateau.
Day 3
Tarkeddit – M’Goun summit – Oulilimte valley
Start early for the ascent of Mount M’Goun (4,068 m): a demanding climb with views over the Atlas and the Sahara. Descend to the Oulilimte valley and camp by the river.
Day 4
Oulilimte valley – Ait Imi gorge
Follow the river past small Berber settlements, then walk through the narrow passages and towering cliffs of the Ait Imi gorge. Camp near the gorge.
Day 5
Ait Imi – Ait Bouguemez
Walk back to the Happy Valley through green terraces and villages. Afternoon at leisure and a celebration dinner in the guesthouse.
Day 6
Ait Bouguemez – Marrakech
After breakfast, drive 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 a guesthouse in Ait Bouguemez and three nights in camp.
Good to know
Difficulty: challenging, with a long summit day at altitude.
The best season is June to October: snow usually covers the summit from December to April.
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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.
M’Goun or Toubkal?
Toubkal is higher and can be climbed in 2 to 4 days. M’Goun is more remote, quieter and makes for a longer, more varied trek through valleys and gorges.
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