M'Goun Trek 6 Days: Ighil M'Goun Summit and Gorges
A private 6-day M'Goun trek in the central High Atlas: the green Ait Bouguemez "Happy Valley", the summit of Ighil M'Goun at 4,068 m, high plateaus with nomad shepherds and the spectacular M'Goun gorges, with camping, a guide, a cook and mules.
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The M'Goun trek is the classic multi-day expedition for experienced hikers who want wild landscapes away from the crowds of Toubkal. Ighil M'Goun is Morocco's third highest peak, and the route links remote Amazigh villages, summer camps of nomad shepherds and red canyons. You camp in tents prepared by your team, with meals cooked fresh every day. Shorter option: the Toubkal trek 3 days.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Bouguemez Valley
Drive about 5 hours via Azilal to the Ait Bouguemez valley, known as the Happy Valley for its green fields and earthen villages. Short walk around Tabant and night in a gîte.
Day 2: Ait Bouguemez – Tarkeddit Plateau
Climb out of the valley to the high Tarkeddit plateau at about 2,900 m, with shepherd huts and wide views. About 6 hours of walking. First night in camp.
Day 3: Ighil M'Goun Summit (4,068 m)
Early start along the long ridge to the summit of Ighil M'Goun, with views over the central Atlas and toward the Sahara. Descent to camp. About 8 to 9 hours of walking.
Day 4: Tarkeddit – Oulilimt Valley
Descent to the Oulilimt river and its scattered villages, through changing colors of rock. About 6 hours of walking. Night in camp.
Day 5: M'Goun Gorges
Walk through the narrow M'Goun gorges, sometimes in the river, between red cliffs. About 5 to 6 hours of walking. Night in camp or gîte near Amesker.
Day 6: End of the trek – Kalaat M'Gouna – Marrakech
Short final walk, then transfer through the Rose Valley and back over the High Atlas to Marrakech, or continue to the Sahara on request.
- Private transfers from and to Marrakech
- Licensed mountain guide and cook
- Mules and muleteers
- Camping equipment (tents, mattresses, dining tent)
- All meals during the trek
- 1 night in a gîte in Ait Bouguemez
- Sleeping bag (can be rented)
- Drinks and tips
- Travel insurance (recommended)
- Personal equipment
Good to Know
May to October. In early summer the river in the gorges can be high; we adapt the route.
For fit hikers used to several days of walking and high altitude.
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How hard is the M'Goun trek?
It is challenging, with 5 to 9 hours of walking a day and a summit at 4,068 m.
Where do we sleep?
Mostly in tents set up by the team, with one night in a gîte.
Do I need my own camping gear?
No, we provide tents and mattresses. Bring or rent a warm sleeping bag.
What is the best time?
May to October; the gorges are best from mid-summer when the river is lower.
Can we end in the Sahara?
Yes, the trek can continue to Merzouga with extra days.