Private
7-Day Grand Atlas Traverse from Imlil
About this tour
The deepest High Atlas journey we offer. Seven days carry you from Imlil across the central range to a far valley, crossing several high passes and sleeping in six remote Amazigh communities.
It is trekking as travel – long days, true remoteness and a real sense of journey. 80–90 km with about 3,500 m of ascent and a highest pass of 3,100 m. A 4x4 brings you back at the end.
Highlights
- Point-to-point crossing of the central High Atlas
- Six remote village guesthouse nights
- Highest pass at 3,100 m
- Deep remoteness and traditional life
- 4x4 return included
What's included
- Licensed mountain guide
- Mule and muleteer
- 6 nights village guesthouses
- All meals and mint tea
- 4x4 return transfer
- Transfer Marrakech – Imlil (available on request)
- Travel insurance covering mountain trekking
- Tips for guide and muleteer
Itinerary
Day 1Imlil – Tizi n'Tamatert – Tizi Oussem
Into the Azzaden (5–6 hours).
Day 2High pasture – Id Issa
Remote villages (6–7 hours).
Day 3First big pass (2,900 m)
Into a new valley system (7–8 hours).
Day 4Long ridge day
Deep remoteness (7–8 hours).
Day 5Highest pass (3,100 m)
Highest point and a long descent (7–8 hours).
Day 6Valley descent
An easier day through lower villages (6–7 hours).
Day 7Walk out – 4x4 back to Imlil
Final walk and long scenic drive.
Meeting & pickup
Meet your guide in Imlil village, 1 h 30 from Marrakech. Private transfer from your Marrakech hotel available on request.
Imlil, at the end of the last day – or your Marrakech hotel if you book the transfer
Price per person by group size
Private tours get cheaper per person as your group grows. Prices include everything listed under "What's included".
Frequently asked questions
Who is it for?
Experienced, very fit trekkers.
Where does it finish?
In a distant valley; the 4x4 back is included.
Where do I sleep?
Simple, clean rooms in family-run village guesthouses (gîtes) with shared bathrooms and home-cooked dinners.
Good to know
What to bring
- Broken-in hiking boots
- Daypack (20–30 L) and refillable water bottle
- Warm layers, hat and gloves – nights are cold at altitude
- Waterproof jacket
- Headtorch for early starts
- Personal first-aid kit and blister plasters
- Sleeping bag liner for refuges and guesthouses
Additional info
- Confirmation is sent by email or WhatsApp after we check availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A good level of fitness is required
- Licensed mountain guide included (mandatory on Toubkal)
- Mules carry the main luggage – keep valuables in your daypack
- Not recommended for travellers with heart problems or serious medical conditions
Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 7 days before departure.
- Cancellations made less than 7 days before departure: the deposit is kept as credit valid for 12 months.
- Date changes are free when requested at least 72 hours in advance, subject to availability.
- If weather or safety conditions make the tour impossible, we offer a new date or a full refund.
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