From Dinosaur to Summit

Dinosaur tracks, a natural bridge and waterfalls on the way in, then five walking days in tents toward the M'Goun, with an optional summit day.

9 days, 8 nights
Sporty
Azilal

From the dinosaur footprints of the Iouaridene basin and the Imi N’Ifri natural bridge to the high plateau beneath the M’Goun, this Moroccan High Atlas journey pairs culture and geology on the way in with a real mountain traverse on the way up. Five walking days bring you through the Ait Bouguemez valley to the foot of the massif, with a final optional summit day at about 4,070 m.

Trek figures are indicative, based on comparable treks in the same massif; the operator will replace them with the real route before booking.

Trip Information

Duration: 9 days, 8 nights
Distance: About 56–70 km
Max altitude: About 4,070 m
Difficulty: Sporty
Group: 4–12 people
Best season: May–June, Sept–Oct

Day-by-day

Day 1 Welcome to Marrakech

Arrive, meet the team and transfer to your hotel. Time for a first walk in the medina.

Overnight: Marrakech, 3-star hotel
Day 2 Dinosaur tracks, a natural bridge and the falls

Marrakech, Amedghouss, Demnate, the Imi N’Ifri natural bridge, the dinosaur footprints of the Iouaridene basin, then Ouzoud and Tanaghmelt village.

Distance: Drive about 180–220 km · Overnight: Ouzoud
Day 3 The dam, the museum and the valley

Leave Ouzoud for the Bin el Ouidane dam and the regional museum in Azilal, then drive into the Ait Bouguemez valley. Meet the mule team and take a short first walk.

Distance: Walk about 6–8 km · Altitude: High point about 2,000–2,100 m · Overnight: Tent
Day 4 Over the first pass

A full trekking day crossing the first high pass.

Distance: Walk about 12–15 km · Altitude: High point about 2,900–3,300 m · Overnight: Tent
Day 5 The high plateau

Across the plateau toward the foot of the M’Goun, camping among summer pastures.

Distance: Walk about 11–14 km · Altitude: High point about 2,900 m · Overnight: Tent
Day 6 Summit day

The M’Goun ascent is optional; those who stay behind follow an alternative programme, one option being to walk with the mule team straight to camp. The guide decides on the day depending on weather and group condition. Early start with a headlamp.

Distance: Walk about 14–17 km · Altitude: High point about 4,070 m · Overnight: Tent
Day 7 Down to the valley

Cross a last pass and descend to the Ait Bouguemez valley for a night under a roof.

Distance: Walk about 13–16 km · Altitude: High point about 3,000 m · Overnight: Guesthouse or ecolodge
Day 8 Sidi Moussa, Demnate and Marrakech

Visit the Sidi Moussa granary, then the drive through Demnate back to Marrakech.

Distance: Drive about 4–4.5 h · Overnight: Marrakech
Day 9 Flight home

Transfer to Marrakech airport and flight home.

Your package at a glance

Exactly what is covered by this trek and what is not. Please review before booking.

Included

Minibus with driver
Certified mountain guide
Mules, cook and support crew
Tents, mats and kitchen gear
Overnight stays
All meals on trek days
Entry fees

Excluded

International flights
Personal travel insurance
Drinks and personal expenses
Tips for the team
Single room and single tent supplement
Sleeping bag

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Your guide

Said A.

Certified mountain guide with years of experience leading treks in Morocco.

Departure dates & availability

May 14, 2026 5 places left
June 2, 2026 8 places left
July 10, 2026 Places available

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The things travellers most often ask before booking this trek.

Can I cancel my booking?

Cancellation terms and deadlines are being finalised with the operator and a legal review.

How fit do I need to be?

The first two days are easy. The trek is sporty, with five walking days in a row, much of it at altitude. A few long hikes with a pack before departure are recommended.

What about safety and guides?

A qualified mountain guide, first-aid kit, communication device and evacuation plan are the minimum. Qualifications, ratio and altitude plan to be confirmed.

What should I bring?

Broken-in boots, layers including a warm jacket, a headlamp, a 1 l bottle, a sleeping bag suited to cold nights and a soft bag for the mules.

What happens if the organiser cancels?

If too few people sign up: rebooking, an alternative or a refund, with written notice.