Djebel Saghro
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A seven-day winter trek across the volcanic Djebel Saghro massif, homeland of the Aït Atta, between the High Atlas and Sahara.
Full description
Between the High Atlas and the Sahara lies a secret mountain world — the Djebel Saghro. This ancient volcanic massif is the ancestral homeland of the Aït Atta. Trek through lunar landscapes past towering rock pinnacles, perfect for winter trekking when the High Atlas is snowbound.
Between the High Atlas and the Sahara lies a secret mountain world — the Djebel Saghro. This ancient volcanic massif is the ancestral homeland of the Aït Atta. Trek through lunar landscapes past towering rock pinnacles, perfect for winter trekking when the High Atlas is snowbound.
About this activity
7 Days
Group
High Atlas Mountains, Morocco
English
Highlights
Bab n’Ali — the iconic Gateway of Ali, with towering Precambrian rock pinnacles
Kouaouch Summit — panoramic views over the volcanic massif and distant Sahara
Aït Atta nomads — encounter the legendary tribe in their black tents
Lunar landscapes — volcanic plateaus, deep canyons, and jagged peaks
Your experience step by step
Marrakech to Tagdilt
Time: Day 1
Climb through the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka. Arrive at Tagdilt for a first taste of Amazigh hospitality.
Tagdilt to Iferd Plateau
Time: Day 2
Mules are loaded at dawn. Cross the vast volcanic plateau to Iferd (2,250m), where nomad camps appear like mirages.
Kouaouch Summit
Time: Day 3
Ascend through volcanic rock towers to Kouaouch (2,600m), with panoramic views toward the Sahara.
Surreal Landscapes
Time: Day 4
Trek through twisted volcanic pillars and the rocky cirque of Tadaout n’Tablah.
Bab n’Ali
Time: Day 5
Pass the Saghro’s most iconic landmark — two massive rock pillars forming an ancient gateway.
Ighazoun to Handour
Time: Day 6
Complete the final trek through the southern Saghro. A celebration tagine awaits.
Return to Marrakech
Time: Day 7
Transfer north, crossing Tizi n’Tichka.
Marrakech to Tagdilt
Time: Day 1
Climb through the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka. Arrive at Tagdilt for a first taste of Amazigh hospitality.
Tagdilt to Iferd Plateau
Time: Day 2
Mules are loaded at dawn. Cross the vast volcanic plateau to Iferd (2,250m), where nomad camps appear like mirages.
Kouaouch Summit
Time: Day 3
Ascend through volcanic rock towers to Kouaouch (2,600m), with panoramic views toward the Sahara.
Surreal Landscapes
Time: Day 4
Trek through twisted volcanic pillars and the rocky cirque of Tadaout n’Tablah.
Bab n’Ali
Time: Day 5
Pass the Saghro’s most iconic landmark — two massive rock pillars forming an ancient gateway.
Ighazoun to Handour
Time: Day 6
Complete the final trek through the southern Saghro. A celebration tagine awaits.
Return to Marrakech
Time: Day 7
Transfer north, crossing Tizi n’Tichka.
Contact us for current pricing on this tour