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An adventuous tour of the little-visited Jebel Mgoun, through the scenic Bougamez Valley and Central Atlas Mountains

The Central Atlas is a remote area with beautifully cultivated valleys and hillsides, wooded with juniper and Mediterranean oak. Its remote location has meant that the inhabitants have maintained a traditional rural way of life, unchanged for decades. An ascent of Jebel Mgoun at 4068m is a highlight of the trek. Our trip finishes in Marrakech with time to experience the vibrancy of this beautiful city at night.

Day 01: Transfer from Marrakech to Azilal where we meet up with the muleteers. We will have dinner there and spend the night in bivouac.

Day 02: After breakfast we begin a magnificent travel through the Berber land. We go along Wadi Lakdar valley till Aguersif and go up till Iguelouane village (1650m). We spend the night in bivouac.

Day 03: Another fine day in the Berber land that provides a great change of landscapes.
After visiting the village of Regoult, we turn into a small gorge. We spend the night in bivouac near a 2600 m high source.

Day 04: The region of Tizi Rougoult, which is 2860 m high, offers a magnificent view over the high valley of Tassaout. A second col, that is 3200m high, allows us to reach the Tarkedit plateau. A lunar landscape to admire before camping over Tassawt sources (2950m high).

Day 05: Today, you have a decision to make. You get the chance today to climb M'Goun, which is 4068m high, followed by a nice track in high mountains providing a large panorama over the central high Atlas and the great Moroccan south. You can also decide to hang around, relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Day 06: Early in the morning, we tackle Tizi N’Oughouri, a 3300 m high mountain, a panoramic view over the M-goun summit, then, we perform a pleasant descent on the Arous sheep-pens, continue our walk to Bouguemez, and end up the day by spending the night in a transit accommodation.

Day 07: Early in the morning we return to Marrakesh through Azilal, where you can enjoy a free evening.

Day 08: Tansfer to the airport and departure to the country of origin.