Hike from Azzaden to Imlil via Tizi n’Mzik pass

From 75€ per person (All year)

Overview

Trek from Tizi Oussem to a small waterfall at Azib Tamsoulte and return to cross the Tizi ‘n Mzik pass (2,479m). We join the main Toubkal valley around the village (1,900m)

Description

Adventures hiking and off-road tour that will take you to Hidden locations just 70 km outside of Marrakech. If you like nature and village life, then this is the perfect day tour for you.

A fantastic climb out of the Azzadene Valley. You’ll head up the valley towards the summer village of Azib n Tamsoult from where you’ll head up to Ighouliden waterfalls before trekking back over the pass at Tizi n Mzik (2489m) for lunch before descending into Imlil Valley, the afternoon relaxing near the pool at the Riad.

Itinerary

Tizi oussem – Ighouliden waterfalls – Tizi n Mzik – Imlil:

You’ll start the trek in Tizi Oussem to a small waterfall at Azib Tamsoulte and then along a moderate route up Tizi M’ZIK Pass. At its highest point, the pass sits at 8,202 ft (2,500 m). As you hike, enjoy views of Azzaden Valley’s breathtaking scenery and the Toubkal Mountain Range.

After lunch, you’ll descend into Imlil, a beautiful valley with red slopes covered by juniper trees. Savor views of the traditional flat-roofed houses made with the region’s signature red stone. Finally, you’ll experience some of the trek’s best scenery as you pass through a large plateau and descend into the village of Aremd.