Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou (sightseeing - Kasbah Telouet and Ait Ben Haddou) (1xD)

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Leaving Marrakech early morning towards the south, we cross the High Atlas Mountains at an altitude of 2,260m via the spectacular Tizi n´Tichka pass. There are many Berber villages on the way with opportunities for small stops, taking pictures etc. If suitable we stop at Kasbah Telouet, visit this extraordinary building and eat lunch in the village. In the afternoon we arrive in Ait Ben Haddou, an old fortressed city and once an important crossroad of caravans on their way to Timbouktou. The Kasbah originates from the 11th century and was put on UNESCO list in 1987 as one of the first Moroccan sights. After checking in the hotel we explore the ksar (village) with its narrowed streets and visit a traditional house.

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Day 2: Ait Ben Haddou – Tabarkhacht (start of the trek) – Bou Taghrar (1xB, 1xL, 1xD)

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After breakfast we drive approx. 2 hours to Qalaa MGouna, a city known for producing of rose water and oil. In Qalaa we leave the main road and soon after in Tabarkhacht we meet our accompanying team (mule guides and chief). Loading the baggage at the mules and after picknick lunch start of the trek towards Bou Taghrar. Walking next to the river in the heart of Valley of Rose. Fields, Kasbahs and picturesque villages on our road. Overnight in Bou Taghrar, in a gite or tent.

Approx. 4 h walk

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Day 3: Bou Taghrar – Tizguine – Aguerzaka (1xB, 1xL, 1xD)

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Today we will get feets into the watter. Starting from Bou Tagrar in the morning we follow the river upstream. From time to time the river needs to be crossed and this is especially in the summer a nice refreshment. We pass picturesque village of Tizguine with centuries old clay houses. Picknick lunch and after short rest continuing towards the village Aguerzakam from where beautiful view towards the gorge opens. Overnight in the village (gite/ tent).

Approx. 5 - 6 h walk

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Day 4: Aguerzaka – Tiranimine – Gorge Achabou – Imi Nirkt (1xB, 1xL, 1xD)

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From Aguerzaka through the village of Tiraniminie. The river is narrowing and landscape becoming wilder. Finaly through narrow and wide cervices that can reach a height of 200 m at times we enter the Achabou Gorge. We walk along imposing limestone formations. There is no place for path hence we walk in the water most of the time. Shorts are a good choice today because the water can sometimes reach up to your knees. Overnight in Imi Nirkt (tent) or in Igherm Izdarn (tent).

Approx. 7h walk

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Day 5: Imi Nirkt – Taghreft – El Mrabitine – Talat Rirhan (1xB, 1xL, 1xD)

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We continue through the beautifully green Valley of Ouzighimt towards the west. In this fruitful valley we will pass many traditional villages. The high buildings with small windows are called Agadirs and in the past they were jointly used by the village inhabitants to protect their harvest against attackers. During the day we will meet many locals working on their terraced fields. This area is still fairly unexplored by the tourists and you will experienced the welcoming culture of the locals.

Approx. 5 - 6 h walk

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Day 6: Talat Rirhan – Tizi n´Ait Imi – Ait Imi -Tabant – Agouti (1xB, 1xL, 1xD)

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The day starts from Talat Rirhan (2,250,) and ascend to the Tizi n´Ait Imi (2,910m). Picknick lunch close to the Tizi with beautiful view over the M´Goun Massiv. Before the road through Tizi n´Tichka was built this pass was an important caravan road which connected the southern oasis of Dades with the royal city of Fez. The Berbers of Ait Bouguemez profited from the commercial road and the whole area flourished so that the French started to call the area as the Valley of Happy People.
Long descend from the Tizi to the source of Arhbalou n´Ait Imi and further to the village of Ait Imi (1900m). We continue our way through the Valley of Ait Bouguemez, pass at two pyramid mountains and finally arrive in Agouti where we stay in a comfortable guest house.

Approx. 7 h walk

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Day 7: Relaxing day in Valley Bouguemez/ “Valley of Happy People” (1xB, 1xD)

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Relaxing day in heart of beautiful nature of Bouguemez Valley. Take a walk through the walnut and apple orchard or drink mint tea in one of the local cafés.

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Day 8: Agouti – Ouzoud Waterfall (visit of waterfalls) – Marrakech (1xB)

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In the morning drive through the magnificent mountains of Central Atlas toward Azilal and further to Ouzoud Waterfalls (2,5 h). We spend some time around the waterfall, eat our lunch and continue to Marrakech, arrival around 5pm.