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Trip to Azzaden Valley

A guided, moderate two-day trek to Kasbah Africa in the Azzenden Valley, plus a night in a Berber gite. Great for birdspotting.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Trek from Imlil to Tizi Oussem via Tizi n’Mzik pass

From our riad (1,761m) we trek over the Imlil Valley to the Kasbah du Toubkal (1,796m). From the Kasbah du Toubkal (1,796m), we’ll take the Aremd Road and head through the Toubkal National Park to the Tizi n’Mzik pass (2,489m). There will be plenty of time for photographs and for taking in the views during our hike. Sometimes there are even local refreshments on sale at the Pass but this is seasonal.

Next, we will trek down through the Toubkal National Park to Tizi Oussem village (1,822m) and to the top of the Azzaden Valley where we can break out our lunch and enjoy a break and some stunning views. We will stay the night in a gite, but before we say goodnight, you have the rest of the day to explore the village and the area we are in.

The facilities are simple, but we can provide you with a hot shower, pillows, blankets and a mattress in a private room. Toilets and showers are communal.

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Day 2 – Trek to Kasbah Africa down the Azzaden Valley

Today we’ll follow the Azzaden River along 16km of trails, taking in orchards, walnut and almond trees, olive groves, fruit trees (peach, apple, lemon, fig, quince and more) and take our lunch next to the river while our Berber guide tells us about day-to-day life for the Berber people. There are over 150 species of birds in the area so if you enjoy birdspotting, this section is for you.

The day’s adventure will end at Kasbah Africa, a beautiful place, built on the bend of the river.

Trek ends at Kasbah Africa; breakfast and picnic lunch are included.

Remember, the itinerary is meant as a guide and is not absolute. Timings may vary, depending on weather, individual fitness and other factors. Also make sure to come prepared. This is the mountains after all. If you’re not sure, just ask here at the hotel and we will help you.

Prices

INCLUDES

English-speaking local mountain guide; luggage & equipment transfer by mule; 1 breakfast, 2 picnic lunches & 1 dinner; overnight gite in Tizi Oussem.

EXCLUDES

Beverages and meals not specified; tips and items of a personal nature; taxi or 4×4 transfers at start/end of the trek.

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS

Additional nights can be pre-booked at in Imlil or at Kasbah Africa for further time to experience the beauty of the Imlil and Azzaden Valleys. Combine both hotels to create a contrasting two-centre High Atlas holiday.

This trek is suitable for active children. Additional Mules can be pre-booked so children have the option of walking and riding a mule if they become tired. Children pay adult price.

Details

We treat this as a moderate trek (its only a day and includes 700m of ascent and 600m of descent).

This trip includes a hike through the Toubkal National Park, the Tizi n’Mzik Pass and a visit to Tizi Oussem Village and the top of the stunning Azzenden Valley. We will provide you with a packed lunch.

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Interested? Ask at the hotel in person or through our Contact page.