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8 Days Trekking in Jbel Saghro Morocco
8 Days Trekking in Jbel Saghro Morocco from Marrakech
Introduction
Jbel Saghro is a mountain range that lies between the High Atlas and the Sahara Desert, which offers an experience beyond compare for trekkers who prefer the road less traveled. Also known as Sarhro, meaning the “Dry Mountain”, Jbel Saghro presents a true wilderness challenge for trekkers who may think they have seen it all.
Trekking in Jbel Saghro has been rated by experts in the area as being between moderate and difficult, so it is best tackled by trekkers with some experience who are confident of their endurance and fitness. The tour of 08 Days/07 Nights is a combination of hiking, sightseeing, learning, and discovering the lifestyle of Ait Atta Tribe-one of the biggest tribes in Morocco.
Highlights
- Learn about the nomadic culture and the tribal system of Ait Atta tribe.
- Meet people and interact with locals.
- Diverse landscapes & rock formations.
- Walking through remote Berber villages.
- Learn about the fauna and flora of the area.
- Visit the world heritage site of Ait Benhaddou.
- Explore Marrakech, the souks, Medina, and Jemaa el Fna square.
Itinerary of the Trek
Day 1 : ARRIVAL TO MARRAKECH - TRANSFER TO YOUR HOTEL
Meet our representative at the airport and transfer to your accommodation. Your tour leader will meet you in the early evening for the briefing of the tour..
Meals: D
Day 2 : Marrakech - Tichka Pass - Ouarzazat - Tagoudilt Village 1650m
Early Departure from Marrakech to the Anti Atlas Mountains. Your drive today is very scenic, you will cross the High Atlas Mountain with its beautiful valleys and dramatic sceneries. After you pass through the highest vehicular pass in Morocco (Tichka pass 2260m), you will be welcomed by arid hills and dry plains ofKsarAit Ben Haddou an exceptional fortified site of adobe architecture marked as world heritage by UNESCO since 1987, here many films shot such as "Gladiator" “Lawrence d’Arabie”, “Alexander’’. Early afternoon, you continue your drive towards the valley of one thousand Kasbah which was a former caravan route. Late afternoon, you will arrive at the village of Tagoudilt (1650m), where you will spend your night in a family guesthouse. Total drive approx 08hours.
Meals: B/L/D
Day 3 : Tagoudilt (1650m) - Almou Nouarg(2200 m)
You start your first day hiking in Jbel Saghro with climbing an old trail passing by several centenary junipers and some areas of grassland to reach the plateau of Iskn'Alla (2500m), walking uphill to a little mountains pass will allow you to enjoy a great panoramic view over the Mount Mgoun. After your picnic break in the pass, you continue your hike crossing pasture land with some rock huts where you might meet shepherds chanting with their cattle. Then, you walk downhill to your camp by the seasonal river of Almou N Ouareg. Overnight in tents. 6 hours trek.
Meals: B/L/D
Day 4 : Almou Nouarg (2200m) – Kouaouck Summit (2600m) – Igli (1850m)
Today, you will be amazed by the spectacular view of Jebel Saghro from the highest peak in the Anti Atlas Mountains, the Kouaouch summit (2600m)or the landmark as the nomads love to call it, the rock formations are fascinating: sheer cliffs, rock towers, and very compact volcanic tables rising above the valley, the view and the geology from the peak are stunning.
On your trek downhill to reach your second camp in the village of Igli, you descend between two imposing rock tables and will find several surprising rocks containing crystals in their interior and you pass by the great table Tassegdilt Tamajgalt where you will see the famous camel head. Camp by the tilled fields surrounded by almond orchards. 07.5 hours trek.
Meals: B/L/D
Day 5 : Igli (1850m) - Bab N'Ali(1360m)
Ascend along a high ridge, with panoramic views over the surrounding peaks. Your trail takes you to a verdant valley and the Berber village Boulouze. You will hike along the river bed and you may stop to share a cup of tea with a nomadic family. At lunchtime, your chef will serve you a delicious picnic at a shady spot in the valley. In the afternoon, you walk to your third camp at the foot of the famous pinnacles of Babn’Ali. 06 hours trek.
Meals: B/L/D
Day 6 : Bab N'Ali(1360m)- Assif Nirrazzoun (1200m) - Handour Village
Take a detour to the landmark of jebel Saghro Bab N Ali or the gate of Ali, your guide will tell you the stories of naming these two rock towers. From Bab n’ Ali you descent towards the small valley of Amguis, at the foot of the rocky peaks, until the village of Ighazoun Nimlas.
Cross the plateau, with sumptuous rocky formations, to reach the valley of Igue, with its many villages surrounded by date palms and almond trees. Red soil from the houses, green fields, and the purity of the sky of the South. At the exit of this valley, an immense plateau discovers an opening towards the South. End of the journey to Handour village perched in a cliff. Approx 06 hours trek.
Meals: B/L/D
Day 7 : Handour Village to Marrakech
This morning you say goodbye to your chef and mule leaders and thank them for their great job, then, you leave the village of Handour and drive along the palm groves of Draa valley towards Ouarzazat. In the afternoon, you cross the High Atlas Mountains towards Marrakech. Free evening to enjoy the nightlife of Marrakech. Approx. 7 hours drive.
Meals: B/L/D
Day 8 : Fly home
Upon to your departure, we may organize a guided city tour of Marrakech in the morning to explore the Medina and souks.
Departure to the airport to catch your return flight.
Meals: B
Good to Know
Included
- Pick up and Drop off in Marrakech (Transport).
- Professional Official Mountain Guide.
- Cook.
- All meals during the trek + mineral water, coffee, tea.
- Mules and muleteers for luggage during the trek.
- Accommodation and Kitchen materiels.
- Transportation from/to Marrakesh.
- Guided Tour of Marrakech.
Not included
- Travel and accident insurance
- Soft Drinks and items of a personal nature
- Personal equipment
- Anything else not mentioned on (section what’s included).