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- Duration
- Full day, 8 to 10 hours
- Tour type
- Guided
- Tour category
- Atlas Mountains
- Availability
- Best from March to November
- Languages
- English, French, Spanish
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Overview
A full-day guided walk from Imlil over the Tizi Mzik pass to the Berber village of Tizi Oussem, with lunch in a local family home.
About this tour
Guided day hike from Marrakech in the High Atlas: Imlil, the Tizi Mzik pass, the Tamsoult waterfalls and lunch with a Berber family in Tizi Oussem.
Tour highlights
- Tizi Mzik pass The highest point of the day, about 2,480 m, with views over the Imlil and Azzaden valleys.
- Tamsoult waterfalls A quiet stop in the upper Azzaden valley before the descent.
- Tizi Oussem village Red earth houses and terraced fields at about 1,850 m.
- Lunch with a Berber family Tagine, homemade couscous and mint tea in a local home.
- Argan cooperative Meet the women who press argan oil by hand.
- Licensed local guide A certified mountain guide who sets the pace for your group.
Route at a glance
Full day, 8 to 10 hours · Marrakech, pickup at your accommodation → Marrakech, drop-off at your accommodation
- Marrakech, pickup at your accommodation Starting point
- Marrakech
- Marrakech, drop-off at your accommodation Ending point
About this tour
This day trip takes you from Marrakech into the High Atlas, about 65 km to the south. After a stop in Asni, you reach Imlil (1,740 m), the starting point of the walk, and set off with a certified mountain guide who knows the Azzaden valley well.
The trail climbs past terraced fields to the Tizi Mzik pass, at about 2,480 m, the highest point of the day, with wide views over the Imlil and Azzaden valleys. You then walk on to the Tamsoult waterfalls before descending through juniper woodland to Tizi Oussem, a village of red earth houses at about 1,850 m.
Lunch is served by a Berber family: tagine, homemade couscous and mint tea. Expect 5 to 6 hours of walking at a moderate pace; the guide adjusts the rhythm to the group so that nobody is left behind.
Itinerary
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Start time 08:00
Over the Tizi Mzik pass to Tizi Oussem
Marrakech, Asni, Imlil, Tizi Mzik, Tizi Oussem
Transport Air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus Experience duration 5 to 6 hours of walking Route Marrakech, Asni, Imlil, Tizi Mzik, Tizi Oussem Distance 65 km from Marrakech to Imlil
Included highlight The view from the Tizi Mzik pass over two valleys
Pickup at 8:00 at your accommodation in Marrakech and drive south to Asni, then up to Imlil, the trailhead at 1,740 m. Depending on the day, there is time for the weekly market in Asni and a visit to a women's argan oil cooperative.
From Imlil you climb with your guide to the Tizi Mzik pass, continue to the Tamsoult waterfalls and descend through juniper woodland to Tizi Oussem for lunch with a Berber family. The vehicle then takes you back to Marrakech.
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Start time 08:00
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Pickup in Marrakech
Transport
Your driver collects you at your accommodation.
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Asni and argan cooperative
Visit
Weekly Berber market when the day allows, and a women's argan oil cooperative.
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Included
Start of the walk in Imlil
Walking
Meet your mountain guide at the trailhead, 1,740 m.
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Included
Tizi Mzik pass
Nature
Highest point of the day, about 2,480 m.
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Tamsoult waterfalls
Nature
A rest stop in the upper Azzaden valley.
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Lunch in Tizi Oussem
Meal
Tagine, couscous and mint tea with a Berber family.
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Included
Return to Marrakech
Transport
Drive back to your accommodation in the late afternoon.
What's included
Included
- Return transport from your accommodation in Marrakech
- Air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus with driver
- Visit to a women's argan oil cooperative
- Asni weekly Berber market, depending on the day
- Certified mountain guide who knows the area
- Fuel and road costs
- Lunch with a Berber family (full meal)
Not included
- Personal expenses: souvenirs, extra drinks, crafts
- Tip for the guide (optional; 50 to 100 MAD is common)
What to bring
- Sturdy walking shoes
- Layered clothing
- Rain jacket
- Sun cream and a hat
- Water bottle
- Gloves and a warm layer in winter
Good to know
The walk is moderate: 5 to 6 hours on mountain paths, with a climb from Imlil (1,740 m) to the Tizi Mzik pass (about 2,480 m). A normal level of fitness is enough; no previous trekking experience is needed.
Mountain weather changes quickly. The guide may adapt the route or the pace on the day for safety.
Please book 24 to 48 hours in advance so we can confirm the guide and the vehicle.
Moroccan Travel Trips, operated by PROMYTHIC TOURS SARL AU, offers licensed tourist guide services in Morocco. Your guide, Mouhssine, holds licence no. 2898 and speaks English, French and Spanish.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Tizi Oussem day trip take?
The whole day lasts 8 to 10 hours. That includes the drive from Marrakech and back, 5 to 6 hours of guided walking, lunch and photo stops.
Is the hike suitable for beginners?
Yes, if you have a normal level of fitness. The route is moderate, and the guide adapts the pace and the route to each group.
How high is the Tizi Mzik pass?
About 2,480 m. The walk starts in Imlil at 1,740 m and ends in Tizi Oussem at about 1,850 m.
What should I bring for the hike?
Sturdy walking shoes, layered clothing, a rain jacket, sun cream, a hat and a water bottle. In winter, add gloves and a warm layer.
When is the best time to go?
From March to November. In winter the pass can be cold or snowy, so the guide decides on the day whether the route is safe.
How do I book this excursion from Marrakech?
Book 24 to 48 hours ahead through this page or on WhatsApp. We confirm the guide, the vehicle and the price for your group size.
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