Ait Bouguemez Valley Trekking

From €680 / Adult

The Ait Bouguemez Valley, often called the “Happy Valley,” is a peaceful and beautiful place in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains. It sits within a limestone massif and stretches over 30 kilometers, with many small and charming Berber villages built along the hills and rocky slopes. The people living here still follow traditional Berber ways of life. In the north, families work as farmers, growing crops on terraced fields. In the south, semi-nomadic shepherds move with their animals to find fresh grazing areas.

This valley is very fertile and is especially known for its apple orchards, along with other fruits and vegetables. With its gentle walking paths, fresh air, and friendly locals, Ait Bouguemez is a great place for an easy and relaxing hike. Visitors can enjoy the quiet nature, explore village life, and learn about Berber culture.

If you are looking for a soft trekking experience in Morocco, far from the busy cities, the Ait Bouguemez Valley is the perfect place to discover the peaceful heart of the Atlas Mountains.

Highlights of Ait Bouguemez Valley Trekking

Scenic drive from Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains to the Ait Bouguemez Valley.
Trekking through lush terraced fields, and traditional Berber villages.
Cultural immersion with local Amazigh (Berber) communities and authentic guesthouse stays.
Exploration of ancient sites including Sidi Moussa granary and prehistoric dinosaur tracks.
Hikes through forests, mountain passes, and panoramic ridgelines of the High Atlas.
Visit to the spectacular Ouzoud Waterfalls on return journey.

Trip Type:
Trip Length : 8 Days / 7 Nights
Walking Hours : 4-5 Hours
Transportation : Bus, Van, 4x4, Taxi
Accomodation : Riad, Hotel, Lodge, Guesthouse
Best Season : February to October
Departure City : Marrakech
Arrival City : Marrakech

Ait Bouguemez Valley Trekking Itinerary

Day 01 : Marrakesh

Reception at the Menara airport’s and Transfer to hotel or riad.

Day 02 : Marrakech | Azilal | Ait Ziri 1800 m : (250 km)

We depart early in the morning from Marrakech, heading east through ever-changing landscapes with beautiful views of the Atlas Mountains and the Jbilat range. The journey takes us through Tmellalet and onward to Azilal, before reaching the stunning Ait Bouguemez Valley, often called the Happy Valley for its lush scenery and traditional Berber culture.

Dinner and overnight stay at our guest house, Dar Afra, in the village of Ait Ziri.

Day 03 : Ait Ziri | Ifran 2010 m : 4h30 of walking.

We begin our hike with a beautiful day of walking through the Ait Bouguemez Valley, offering authentic encounters with local villagers working in their fields. The trail winds between lush gardens and cultivated terraces, then leads us through the traditional Berber villages of Timmit, Ighef n’Igher, and Ait Ouanougdal, before reaching the village of Ifrane at 2,010 meters.
Dinner and overnight stay in a local lodge surrounded by mountain serenity.

Day 04 : Ifran | Ibaklliwn | Ait Imi 2000 m : 5h30 of walking.

We depart from Ifrane village and begin our ascent along the mountainside toward a scenic pass on the Adazen crest at 2,200 meters. The trail continues through a peaceful forest of juniper and oak trees, offering shade and panoramic views, before reaching the village of Rbat (1,935 meters), where we stop for lunch.
In the afternoon, we explore the nearby village of Ibaklliwne, including a visit to its fascinating dinosaur tracks, a highlight of the region’s geological heritage. We end the day in the village of Ait Imi, where we enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a local lodge.

Day 05 : Ait Imi | Ait Ziri 1800 m : 4 h of walking.

After breakfast, we follow a scenic path leading to Tabant, the administrative center of the Ait Bouguemez Valley. From there, we ascend the pyramid-shaped hill of Timit to visit Sidi Moussa, an ancient fortified granary perched at 2,008 meters. This historic site offers stunning panoramic views over the entire valley.
We then descend via the road passing through the villages of Timmite and Aguerd Nouzrou, before returning to Ait Ziri.

Dinner and overnight stay at our guest house.

Day 06 : Ait Ziri | Arouss : 5 h of walking

We depart from Ait Ziri and continue exploring the traditional villages of the Ait Bouguemez Valley, passing through Idkkalin, Taghida, and Agouti. The trail leads us across the Tamzrite Plateau, offering expansive views of the valley and surrounding peaks, before reaching Ait Said village and the scenic Arous Valley.
From here, we hike to the wide, grassy ledge of Azibs Arous, home to a striking stone shepherds’ shelter nestled in a serene alpine setting. After a picnic lunch in this peaceful spot, we return to Ait Said village.

Dinner and overnight stay in a local lodge.

Day 07 : Arous | Azilal | Ouzoud cascades | Marrakesh : (280 km).

We start the day with a 1.5-hour hike through the scenic Arouss Gorges, descending to the village of Tighza. Here, we meet our minibus and begin the drive toward the majestic Ouzoud Waterfalls, passing through Azilal along the way.
We stop at the falls to enjoy lunch and take in the breathtaking scenery, before continuing on to Marrakech. Arrival in the late afternoon. Overnight stay at a riad or hotel in the city.

Day 8 : Hotel | Airport

Transfer to the airport. End of our services.

Includes in this Tour

Picks up & drops by private car/Van/Bus/Taxi.
All your standard Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
02 nights in guesthouse, 3 nights in lodge, 02 nights in the Hotel or Riad.
A highly experienced, helpful and friendly government license holder English speaking Guide.
Muleteers and mules to carry your baggage and our equipment(the mules for your children).
Cooker will prepare hot meals with attention towards variety and hygiene and nutrition to serve you.

Excludes in this Tour

Lunch and dinner in Marrakech.
All kinds of drinks like beer, coke/fanta/sprite, and alcohol.
Travel Insurance (Essential).
Tips for staffs and drivers.
Other items not mentioned over in package included.