7-Day Roses Valley Trekking Tour in Morocco: High Atlas, Berber Villages & Kasbah Landscapes (Guided Trek)
A 7-day trekking adventure through the spectacular Roses Valley and the High Atlas: walk ancient trails between Berber villages, pass earthen kasbahs and river oases, camp under the stars, and travel via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass with a stop in Ouarzazate. Seasonal highlight: blooming rose fields around Kelaat M’Gouna.
Top highlights
- Trek through the Roses Valley and High Atlas landscapes
- Traditional Berber villages, earthen kasbahs and river oases
- Kelaat M’Gouna rose fields (seasonal blooms)
- Camp nights under the stars in stunning natural settings
- Authentic cultural encounters with local communities
- Daily hikes around 4–6 hours (moderate)
- Scenic drive via Tizi n’Tichka Pass + Ouarzazate stop
Overview
This guided trek combines Morocco’s High Atlas mountain scenery with the legendary Roses Valley around Kelaat M’Gouna. You’ll hike between villages on moderate daily stages, while a mule team carries the main luggage and camp setup. The trip includes transfers from Marrakech via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and Ouarzazate, plus multiple nights of camping in beautiful valleys and gorges.
Itinerary (Sample)
- Depart Marrakech around 08:00 (flexible)
- Cross the High Atlas via Tizi n’Tichka (2,260 m) with panoramic stops
- Lunch stop in Ouarzazate (Gateway to the Desert)
- Continue toward Kelaat M’Gouna then Dadès Valley
- Camp setup • dinner • overnight under tents
- Approx. driving time: ~7 hours (with stops)
- Start trekking through terraced fields in the Dadès Valley
- Landscape shifts from arid slopes to lush green valley sections
- Lunch by the river near Ighrm Aqdim village
- Continue to Agurzegua village (multiple river crossings)
- Camp night under tents
- Trek: ~5.5 hours • Elevation: +500 m / -400 m
- Leave the verdant valley, climbing toward a mountain pass
- Walk through a juniper forest and descend into the Ameskar area
- Continue into Almdoune Valley with earthen kasbah-style homes
- Lunch in Temtda Valley then follow a wide trail to Almdoune (≈1700 m)
- Camp setup • dinner • overnight under tents
- Trek: ~5 hours • Elevation: +400 m / -300 m
- Gentle descent through valley trails lined with pink laurel trees
- Pass through small gorges (sandals recommended for water crossings)
- Arrive in areas known for impressive kasbah architecture
- Lunch by the river near Aznag village
- Final stretch to Boutghrar • camp night
- Trek: ~5 hours • Elevation loss: ~500 m
- Scenic walk through the core of the Roses Valley
- Kasbahs become more frequent along the valley route
- Seasonal rose fields amid barley, corn and potato plots
- Descend through the valley to Tourbist then Hdida
- Overnight in a local guesthouse in Hdida
- Farewell to the muleteer team
- Short stop in Kelaat M’Gouna (rose products shops; festival season if timing fits)
- Drive toward Ouarzazate with Atlas scenery
- Return to Marrakech via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Arrive Marrakech • end of services
- This day can be used as: buffer for trekking pace, weather conditions, or a Marrakech add-on.
- Optional Marrakech: guided medina walk, cooking class, hammam/spa, or leisure time
- Note: If you prefer a strict 6-day program, we can remove this day.
Included & details
- All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Experienced local mountain guide
- Mule support for luggage and camping gear
- Camping equipment transport and setup
- Transfers Marrakech ⇄ trek start/end (via Ouarzazate / Tizi n’Tichka)
- International and domestic flights
- Accommodation before/after the trek (Marrakech or elsewhere)
- Personal trekking gear (boots, sleeping bag, backpack, etc.)
- Bottled water and personal snacks
- Tips for guide/cook/muleteers (optional)
- Travel insurance and emergency evacuation coverage
- Private Marrakech airport transfers
- Extra night in Marrakech (riad upgrades)
- Private single tent / comfort camp setup (where available)
- Sleeping bag rental (if you don’t travel with one)
River crossings can happen on trek days — bring sandals and quick-dry socks. Nights can be cool, especially October–March, so pack warm layers. Roses bloom season is typically spring (timing varies each year).
FAQs
It’s best for active travelers. Daily hikes are moderate (around 4–6 hours). If you hike regularly, you’ll be comfortable.
No. Mules carry the main luggage and camping equipment. You only carry a small daypack (water, layers, camera).
Warm layers for night, headlamp, sandals for river crossings, and personal trekking gear (boots, backpack). A sleeping bag is recommended (or rental if available).
Spring is the most popular for rose blooms around Kelaat M’Gouna (seasonal). Autumn also offers great trekking weather.
Yes. This is guided and can be arranged privately with flexible pacing (subject to guide and mule team availability).
