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Summit,
valleys & berber villages of the western High Atlas
 ITINERARY
- Day
01 :
- Arrival and reception at Marrakesh, and transfer to the hotel.
Free choice to dine out.
- Day
02 :
- In the morning, Departure, by minibus, to the famous ski resort of Oukaïmeden,2600m
(1hour and 45mns drive ). A very beautiful view over several villages. First
contact with the local muleteers team . After lunch, we head for the sheep-pens
of Tiferguine. Bivouac at the foot of the col of Ouhattar (3.000 m). 1hours30mn
Walk.
- Day
03 :
- Crossing of the Col and descent over the villages of Agouns et Tinoummer,
to join The high valley of Ourika. Still many villages to go through: Tamguist,
Anfli, Tiourdiou, A 6 hours stage. Bivouac .
- Day
04 :
- we carry on along the valley of Ourika then climb up the the Col of
Tamater 2200m. we get down to the Assif N’oufra., Bivoua near the river .6
hours activities.
- Day
05 :
- A twisting track allows us to clear the rocky bolt that hides Amenzel.
The valley broaden out afterwards, several basins tempt us to water into
torrents. In the afternoon, we cross the Tizi Oumchichki (2981 m) , a place from
where we can appreciate the famous summit of Toubkal. Bivouac on the river bank
of Tinnizer up to 2200m high. 6 hours30mn activities.
- Day
06 :
- After Crossing a Col which is3200m high, we follow watershed till the
Assif Ouraï then the Col Tizi, that is 3120m high, to swing over the village of
Amzouzart. Night in transit accommodation. 7 to 8 hours walk.
- Day
07 :
- A 3hours 30mn ascent that bring us to the lake of Ifni, which is nestling
in its moraine damming. The afternoon is devoted to swimming and pleasurable
idleness.
- Day
08 :
- Early in the morning, we leave for the Col of Ouanoums (3660 m) in a
magnificent savage scenery .
Bivouac in the other slope of the Col, up to 3300m high at the foot Toubkal. 6
hours walking activities.
- Day
09 :
- Ascent of the mountain of Toubkal (4167m) as the highest point of north
Africa.
A regular 4-hour climb, with no technical difficulties. Superb panoramic view
over Marrakesh towards the Anti-Atlas. Return to the same Bivouac. 6 :30 min
walking.
- Day
10 :
- We take advantage of being in the heart of Toubkal to climb one more
4000m. It is the Ouanoukrim (4089 m)
After lunch, we go down to the Assif ‘N’ Issoubouane till Armed via the
hermitage of Sidi Shamaroush, a place which is frequented by pilgrims. 4-hours
walking.
- Day
11 :
- A beautiful ascent allows us to reach the high Col of Tizi N’Tzikert
(3000 m). a magnificent view over the corridors of Tazzarart, Quit descent till
the sheep-pens of Tamzoult (2250 m). 4 to 5 hours walk. Bivouac.
- Day
12 :
- Descent of the valley of Assif N’Ouissadene,
numerous villages and cultures to discover.
Bivouac on the river bank. (1350 m). 5 hours and 30 min walking.
- Day
13 :
- In the course of the morning, we perform a descent, by going through the
forest that lead us Ouirgane (810 M) where are our minibus. After breakfast we
return to Marrakesh. Night at the hotel. Free choice to dine out.
- Day
14 :
- Free day in Marrakesh. Night at the hotel.
- Day
15 :
- Transfer to the airport.
- Descent of
the valley of Assif N’Ouissadene, numerous villages and cultures to discover.
Bivouac on the river bank. (1350 m). 5 hours and 30 min walking.
- Major
activities
- Ascent of
the highest top of the Atlas.
- Discover of
Berber villages.
- Cordial
moments to share with muleteers.
- Accommodation :
- Three
–star hotel ,Breakfast included.
Bivouac under tent or out doors.
One night with the locals.
- Period
:From June till the beginning of October.
- Services
- Our rates
include a total commitment from the airport to Marrakesh till return to its
airport.
Full board in mountains.
- Not included
- Sleeping
bags.
Meals in Marrakesh.
Repatriation insurance. (It must be taken out in the country of origin )
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