Best time for Saghro Treks

October – April

October–November: Excellent — pleasant temperatures and clear skies.
December–February: Excellent for trekking, with cool days and cold nights.
March–April: Excellent — warmer days, spring landscapes, and comfortable trekking conditions.
May: Possible, but temperatures start getting high.
June–September: Generally too hot, especially in exposed valleys and lower areas

Discover a different side of Morocco in the Jbel Saghro, a rugged mountain range where dramatic volcanic rock formations, deep valleys and vast desert plateaus meet the traditional world of the Aït Atta nomads.

Our Saghro treks take you far from the busy tourist routes, following ancient trails through one of southern Morocco’s most remote landscapes. Along the way, you’ll camp beneath enormous skies, cross rocky valleys and plateaus, and experience the landscapes around Tadaout n’Tablah, Igli, Jbel Kouaouch and the spectacular rock towers of Bab n’Ali.

The Saghro is also a living cultural landscape. Nomadic and semi-nomadic Aït Atta families have traditionally moved through this region with their herds, and trekking here offers an opportunity to discover a quieter side of Amazigh life.

Unlike the High Atlas, the Saghro is lower, drier and generally suitable for trekking during the cooler months. Autumn, winter and spring are particularly suitable seasons, while summer can be extremely hot

Dramatic volcanic landscapes
Wild camping under the stars
Encounters with traditional nomadic life
Remote mountain trails and high plateaus
Iconic formations such as Bab n’Ali
Valleys and oases around the southern slopes
Authentic experiences with local communities

A trek for travelers who want to go beyond the usual Morocco — and experience the mountains where the Atlas gradually gives way to the Sahara

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Saghro Wilderness Trek – 5 Days

Saghro Volcanic Mountains Trek – 5 Days

This 5-day trek takes you through the wild and dramatic landscapes of Jbel Saghro, one of Morocco’s most remote mountain ranges. The route combines rocky plateaus, deep valleys, oases, gorges, and spectacular volcanic rock formations.

Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights

Start & End
Marrakech – Marrakech

Destination
Jbel Saghro, Southern Morocco

Highest Point 2600m

Difficulty
Moderate

Accommodation
1 night in a local guesthouse and 3 nights camping in the mountains

Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek

Guide
Local mountain guide

Support Team
Local muleteers and mules

Transport
Private minibus

Camping
Tents, mattresses and camping equipment provided

Best Season
October – April

Languages
English, French & Tamazight

Highlights

xplore ancient volcanic landscapes – Discover rugged mountains and dramatic rock formations.
Where mountains meet the desert – Enjoy panoramic views stretching from the High Atlas towards the Sahara
Discover the rock towers of Bab n’Ali – One of the most iconic landscapes of the Saghro.
ravel with local muleteers – Experience the traditional way of crossing these remote mountains.
Connect with local communities – Experience the hospitality and culture of southern Morocco

Day 01 :

Marrakech → Ouarzazate → Rose Valley → Tagdilte

Depart from Marrakech by minibus via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m). Stop for lunch in Ouarzazate, then continue through the fragrant Rose Valley.

Arrive in Tagdilte (1,650 m) for dinner and an overnight stay in a local guesthouse. Meet your team of local nomadic muleteers who will accompany you during the trek.

Overnight: Local guesthouse in Tagdilte.

Day 02 :

Tagdilte → Iferd Plateau → Almou n’Ouareg

Begin your trek across a high rocky plateau before ascending the Iferd Pass (2,300 m), with magnificent views towards the High Atlas peaks.

Continue across the rugged landscapes of the Saghro before reaching Almou n’Ouareg, where you will spend the night surrounded by the remote volcanic landscapes of the mountains.

Overnight: Camping at Almou n’Ouareg (2,200 m)
Hiking: Approximately 6 hours
Elevation: +650 m / –100 m

Day 03 :

Almou → Jbel Kouaouch Summit → Igli Oasis → Tiblah

Climb Jbel Kouaouch (2,600 m), the high point of the Saghro range, offering superb panoramic views across the Atlas Mountains and the surrounding desert landscapes.

Continue with a descent towards the lush oasis of Igli (1,650 m), surrounded by the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Saghro.

Overnight: Camping in tiblah
Hiking: Approximately 7hours
Elevation: +400 m / –750 mDay 3: Almou → Jbel Kouaouch Summit → Igli Oasis → Tiblah

Climb Jbel Kouaouch (2,600 m), the high point of the Saghro range, offering superb panoramic views across the Atlas Mountains and the surrounding desert landscapes.

Continue with a descent towards the lush oasis of Igli (1,650 m), surrounded by the dramatic volcanic landscapes of the Saghro.

Overnight: Camping in tiblah
Hiking: Approximately 7hours
Elevation: +400 m / –750 mDay 3: Almou → Jbel Kouaouch Summit → Igli Oasis → Tiblah

Day 04 :

Tiblah → Afourar Gorges → Bab n’Ali

We descend through the Afourar Valley, which gradually becomes a series of impressive gorges. Along the way, we pass the small oasis of Bouallouz before reaching Ousdidene.

The landscape then opens onto a vast plateau dominated by the spectacular rock towers of Bab n’Ali.

We continue towards this majestic site and set up our camp in front of the rock towers, surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of the Saghro Mountains.

Overnight: Camping in front of the rock towers of Bab n’Ali
Hiking: Approximately 5 hours

Day 05 :

Bab n’Ali → Ighazzoun → Nkob → Agdez → Ouarzazate → Marrakech

After saying goodbye to our muleteer team, we follow a section of track towards Nkob. We then continue through the beautiful landscapes of the Drâa Valley towards Agdez before crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass once again.

After lunch beyond the pass, we continue towards Marrakech, arriving in the afternoon.

Driving: Approximately 7 hours
End of the trek: Marrakech

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