8-day ascent in the Mgoun, Morocco

Come with Alejandro, an UIMLA certified mountain leader, and reach the summit of the Mgoun on this 8-day ascent in Morocco.

Atlas

8 Days

Mar - May, Oct, Nov

High

Intermediate

Description

The Mgoun (4,071 meters) is the fourth highest summit of the Atlas mountain range in Morocco. Join me on this 8-day expedition to one of the most unexplored areas in the country.

The starting point of our ascent will be the city of Marrakech. I can pick you up at the airport and drive you to the hotel.

On this trip, you will spend some time visiting the lovely mosques, palaces, museums and souks of the city. During the ascent time, you will explore Agouti, a village located in the Roses Valley, one of the most amazing spots of this journey.

Also, you will discover the Plateau de Tarkeddit. We’ll set up camp at 3,400 meters above sea level, below the M’Goun West and hike up the summit of Mgoun. You can read a more detailed itinerary below.

Take into account that for this tour you will need to bring:

Waterproof boots
Trekking pants
Breathable thermal shirt
Gloves and hat
Sleeping bag and mat
Trekking poles
Replacement clothing
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Windbreaker/raincoat

Finally, remember that a medium level of fitness and experience is required for this ascent.

So if you’re ready for a unique adventure in this astonishing area, do not hesitate and request to book. It will be an unforgettable experience!

Price includes

Accommodation included
Guiding fee
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Transport during the trip
Transportation start and back

Price details

Not included: Flights, drinks, tips.

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech

We’ll transfer you from the airport of Marrakech to the hotel. Day off to visit the city. Accommodation in Hotel or Riad.

Day 2: Agouti

We’ll go from Marrakech to Agouti (1800 meters), where we’ll spend the night is Kasbah.

Day 3: Ikkis

We’ll go from Agouti to Ikkis (2,300 meters).

Day 4: Plateau de Tarkeddith

We’ll hike through a wild landscape and cross the Aghouri pass (3,450 meters). Then we’ll go downhill to the Plateau de Tarkeddit (2,900 meters). After lunch in the refuge, we’ll hike up to the south side of the Plateau and set up the camp at the foot of the mountain.

Day 5: Djebel Mgoun

The ascent to the Djebel Mgoun (4,071 meters) will take us around four hours. From the top, you will admire the Draa Valley and the Sahara desert. Descent to Azib Izabine.

Day 6: Agouti

We’ll go through the Assif Amgour Valley to the Tizi n’ait Imi (2,960 meters). Descent to the Roses Valley (6 hours). Night in Agouti.

Day 7: Marrakech

We’ll drive to Marrakech for 5 hours. Rest of the day off to enjoy the city.

Day 8: End of the program

We’ll drive you to the airport and say goodbye.

About the guide

Alejandro

4.7

(14)

Mountain Leader

UIMLA Mountain Leader | AEGM Tour guide Mountain / Mountain Leader Sports Technician

Since I was a kid I travelled around the hills and peaks of Sierra Nevada range in south Spain, going up and down the valleys that made me in love with the mountains world.

Steadily, I discovered other ranges of the Iberic peninsula such as the Pyrenees and Picos de Europa, and then I travelled to the peruvian Andes, the Amazonas jungle, the Moroccan Atlas...

Thanks to these experiences and two years of studying to become a professional mountain guide, I started a new project called Nevalia mountain guides.

I hope I can help you to make true your mountain dreams!

Certificates

AEGM | UIMLA

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What people are saying about Alejandro

Laura

Before the hike, the guide was very professional, taking the initiative to stay in touch, responding quickly, and being very flexible. Shortly before the hike, we received a message that the guide had been changed. The new guide also reached out proactively and communicated very well. During the hike, the guide was very helpful, caring, friendly, and considerate. I had two children with me (ages 11 and 9), for whom this was their first mountain hike. The guide adjusted to their pace, making the hike truly enjoyable. Throughout the hike, we saw many breathtaking views and mountain goats, experiencing both challenging ascents and easier descents. My family was extremely satisfied with the hike!

Eugenijus

The trip was great. Unfortunately, due to very bad weather conditions, we were not able to climb to the top of the Toubkal

Robert

Our guide was actually Ruben. Alejandro was sick. Ruben was just great. Definitely 5 stars.

Casey

Our guide was changed on us last minute. Before the hike, I had missed the messages from the guide because the notifications went to a weird place in my email inbox. Because we messaged him late, he cancelled on us. I was worried we wouldn't be able to go on the hike at all. Luckily, we ended up going with a different guide, Victoria, who was lovely.

Anne

I really enjoyed the trip! Alejandro was a great guide. The only few things to work on are: -Alcazaba was not possible because of snow. I definitely understand this but it was not communicated until we were on the trail -Explore share was difficult as a third party to communicate with- It worked better once I got email working directly -I think the cost for the trip is high but if it goes to the guide and not explore-share that's one thing.. if a lot goes to explore-share I would prefer to find guides on my own