Atlas Mountain Trek: A 5-Day Adventure from Marrakech to Ait Bougmaz and Zaouiat Ahansal

Morning: Breakfast: 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM

• After breakfast, begin the first day of trekking. - Start the Trek: 8:00 AM
• Distance: Approx. 10-12 kilometers
• Duration: 5-6 hours
• Route: Begin the trek towards the mountains surrounding Ait Bougmaz, heading towards a nearby camping site. The trail offers stunning views of terraced fields, remote villages, and deep valleys, giving you a true sense of the natural beauty of the region.

Lunch: Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

• Stop for a picnic lunch on the trail, enjoying the peaceful mountain scenery and taking in the surroundings.

Afternoon: Continue Trekking: Time: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

• Continue your trek through the rugged mountain landscape, reaching the designated campsite in the late afternoon.
• Overnight: Camp under the stars in the mountains, with a simple but cozy setup. A local guide will help set up the camp, and you can enjoy a warm, hearty dinner around the campfire.

Evening:

• Relax and Stargazing: After dinner, relax by the campfire, enjoy some Berber tea, and gaze at the stunning night sky.

Morning: Breakfast: 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM

• After breakfast, start the second day of trekking. Trekking: 8:00 AM
• Distance: Approx. 10-12 kilometers
• Duration: 5-6 hours
• Route: The second day’s trek takes you deeper into the high Atlas, where you’ll pass through more remote Berber villages and lush valleys. Expect some ascents as you head towards another scenic camping site.

Lunch: Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

• Picnic lunch on the trail, giving you the chance to rest and refuel.

Afternoon: Continue Trekking: Time: 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM

• Finish your day’s trek and reach the second campsite in the late afternoon.
• Overnight: Camp for the night, surrounded by the stunning Atlas peaks.
• Enjoy the tranquility of the mountains and a traditional Berber meal prepared by your guide.

Evening:

• Relax: Settle in for the night and enjoy the peaceful mountain environment. Depending on the weather, you may want to enjoy some quiet moments under the stars.

Morning: Breakfast: 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM

• Breakfast before starting the final stretch of the trek. -Start Trekking to Zaouia Taghia: 8:00 AM
• Distance: Approx. 10 kilometers
• Duration: 4-5 hours
• Route: Start the day trekking towards Zaouia Taghia, a picturesque village set amidst impressive limestone cliffs. This area is renowned for its dramatic landscapes, and you may pass through caves and rugged terrain on your way to the village.

Lunch in Zaouia Taghia: -Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

• Enjoy a well-deserved lunch in Zaouia Taghia, where you can relax and appreciate the local culture and stunning natural surroundings.

Afternoon: Trek to Zaouiat Ahansal: -Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM

• After lunch, continue trekking towards Zaouiat Ahansal, another beautiful village situated in the heart of the mountains.
• Arrival: You’ll arrive in Zaouiat Ahansal in the late afternoon.

Evening:

• Check-in: Overnight stay at a local guesthouse in Zaouiat Ahansal, a tranquil village known for its hospitality. Enjoy a cozy evening with a traditional Moroccan dinner and the chance to rest after the trek.

Morning: Breakfast: 7:00 AM – 7:30 AM

• After breakfast, depart from Zaouiat Ahansal and begin the journey back to Marrakech.
• Stop for Lunch at Ouzoud Waterfalls: Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
• On the way back, stop at Ouzoud Waterfalls, one of Morocco's most beautiful natural sites. The waterfalls cascade over 100 meters and are surrounded by lush greenery and olive trees. Enjoy a leisurely walk around the falls and have a relaxing lunch at a café with views of the waterfalls.

Return to Marrakech: Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

• Continue the drive back to Marrakech, arriving in the late afternoon.
• Arrival: Drop-off at the hotel or Marrakech airport, concluding the 5-day trekking adventure.