6-Day Jebel Saghro Trek | Volcanic Adventure from Marrakech
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Discover the wild beauty of Jebel Saghro on this 6-day trekking adventure through Morocco's spectacular volcanic landscapes. Hike across dramatic plateaus, deep canyons, and hidden oases, summit Kouaouck Peak (2,600 m), camp beneath star-filled skies, and experience the authentic hospitality of the Aït Atta nomads.
Discover the wild beauty of Jebel Saghro on this 6-day trekking adventure through Morocco's spectacular volcanic landscapes. Hike across dramatic plateaus, deep canyons, and hidden oases, summit Kouaouck Peak (2,600 m), camp beneath star-filled skies, and experience the authentic hospitality of the Aït Atta nomads.
About this activity
6 Days / 5 Night
Group
marrakech
Francais, English
Highlights
- Summit Kouaouck Peak (2,600 m), the highest point of Jebel Saghro.
- Trek through dramatic mountain trails, canyons, and hidden oases.
- Spend unforgettable nights camping beneath Morocco's star-filled skies.
- Experience the traditional lifestyle of the Aït Atta nomads.
- Discover the beauty of the Draa Valley and its endless palm groves.
What's Included
🚐 Private transport from/to Marrakech
🥾 Professional mountain guide
⛺ Camping equipment (tents & mattresses)
🍽️ All meals during the trek (breakfast, picnic lunch & dinner)
🛖 Guesthouse accommodation (first & last night)
🐴 Mule team for luggage transport
👨🍳 Experienced cook
🚐 Private transport from/to Marrakech
🥾 Professional mountain guide
⛺ Camping equipment (tents & mattresses)
🍽️ All meals during the trek (breakfast, picnic lunch & dinner)
🛖 Guesthouse accommodation (first & last night)
🐴 Mule team for luggage transport
👨🍳 Experienced cook
What's Not Included
🛡️ Travel insurance
🥾 Personal trekking equipment
🛍️ Personal expenses
🛡️ Travel insurance
🥾 Personal trekking equipment
🛍️ Personal expenses
Your experience step by step
Day 1: Marrakech → Tizi n'Tichka Pass → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley
Depart Marrakech in the morning and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Continue through Ouarzazate before reaching the beautiful Dades Valley, known for its kasbahs, dramatic rock formations, and lush oasis. Overnight in a traditional guesthouse.
🚐 Driving time: 6 hours
🛖 Overnight: Guesthouse in Dades Valley
Day 2: Dades Valley → Tagdilt → Tizi n'Iferd (2,400 m) → Almou n'Ouarg
After breakfast, transfer to Tagdilt where you will meet your mountain guide, muleteers, and mule caravan. Begin your trek across the volcanic landscapes of Jebel Saghro, climbing gradually to Tizi n'Iferd before continuing across wide open plateaus to Almou n'Ouarg. Camp surrounded by spectacular volcanic scenery.
🥾 Hiking time: 5.5 hours (16–18 km)
⛺ Overnight: Camp at Almou n'Ouarg
Day 3: Almou n'Ouarg → Summit of Kouaouch (2,600 m) → Igli
Today's hike takes you to the summit of Kouaouch, the highest peak of Jebel Saghro. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views stretching from the volcanic mountains to the edge of the Sahara. After a picnic lunch, descend through rocky valleys to the campsite at Igli.
🥾 Hiking time: 5.5 hours (16–18 km)
⛺ Overnight: Camp at Igli
Day 4: Igli → Tadaout n'Tablah → Bab n'Ali
Cross the spectacular Tadaout n'Tablah Plateau, famous for its volcanic rock formations and basalt towers. Continue to the impressive Bab n'Ali, where two giant rock pillars rise dramatically from the desert landscape. Camp beneath one of the most iconic landmarks of Jebel Saghro.
🥾 Hiking time: 5 hours (16 km)
⛺ Overnight: Camp at Bab n'Ali
Day 5: Bab n'Ali → Afourar Gorge → Nkob
Enjoy a final walk through the beautiful Afourar Gorge, following ancient mule paths used for generations by Aït Atta nomads. At the end of the trek, meet your driver and transfer to Nkob, a charming village renowned for its many traditional kasbahs.
🥾 Hiking time: 3–4 hours
🚐 Transfer: 1 hour
🛖 Overnight: Guesthouse in Nkob
Day 6: Nkob → Draa Valley → Agdz → Tizi n'Tichka Pass → Marrakech
After breakfast, drive through the magnificent Draa Valley, Morocco's longest palm oasis, passing Agdz before crossing the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
🚐 Driving time: 5 hours
Day 1: Marrakech → Tizi n'Tichka Pass → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley
Depart Marrakech in the morning and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Continue through Ouarzazate before reaching the beautiful Dades Valley, known for its kasbahs, dramatic rock formations, and lush oasis. Overnight in a traditional guesthouse.
🚐 Driving time: 6 hours
🛖 Overnight: Guesthouse in Dades Valley
Day 2: Dades Valley → Tagdilt → Tizi n'Iferd (2,400 m) → Almou n'Ouarg
After breakfast, transfer to Tagdilt where you will meet your mountain guide, muleteers, and mule caravan. Begin your trek across the volcanic landscapes of Jebel Saghro, climbing gradually to Tizi n'Iferd before continuing across wide open plateaus to Almou n'Ouarg. Camp surrounded by spectacular volcanic scenery.
🥾 Hiking time: 5.5 hours (16–18 km)
⛺ Overnight: Camp at Almou n'Ouarg
Day 3: Almou n'Ouarg → Summit of Kouaouch (2,600 m) → Igli
Today's hike takes you to the summit of Kouaouch, the highest peak of Jebel Saghro. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views stretching from the volcanic mountains to the edge of the Sahara. After a picnic lunch, descend through rocky valleys to the campsite at Igli.
🥾 Hiking time: 5.5 hours (16–18 km)
⛺ Overnight: Camp at Igli
Day 4: Igli → Tadaout n'Tablah → Bab n'Ali
Cross the spectacular Tadaout n'Tablah Plateau, famous for its volcanic rock formations and basalt towers. Continue to the impressive Bab n'Ali, where two giant rock pillars rise dramatically from the desert landscape. Camp beneath one of the most iconic landmarks of Jebel Saghro.
🥾 Hiking time: 5 hours (16 km)
⛺ Overnight: Camp at Bab n'Ali
Day 5: Bab n'Ali → Afourar Gorge → Nkob
Enjoy a final walk through the beautiful Afourar Gorge, following ancient mule paths used for generations by Aït Atta nomads. At the end of the trek, meet your driver and transfer to Nkob, a charming village renowned for its many traditional kasbahs.
🥾 Hiking time: 3–4 hours
🚐 Transfer: 1 hour
🛖 Overnight: Guesthouse in Nkob
Day 6: Nkob → Draa Valley → Agdz → Tizi n'Tichka Pass → Marrakech
After breakfast, drive through the magnificent Draa Valley, Morocco's longest palm oasis, passing Agdz before crossing the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon.
🚐 Driving time: 5 hours
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