The 3 Valleys 3-Day Trek is one of the best ways to experience the authentic High Atlas Mountains without climbing Toubkal. This gentle circuit connects three of the most scenic valleys in the region — the Imlil Valley (Ait Mizane), the Imenane Valley, and the Azzaden Valley — crossing mountain passes, visiting remote Berber villages, and walking through walnut groves, terraced fields, and juniper forests.
Starting from Marrakech, you transfer to Imlil (1,740 m) and trek east over the Tizi n’Tamatert pass (2,279 m) into the Imenane Valley for your first night. Day two traverses south through the valley and over the Tizi n’Aguersioual pass into the Azzaden Valley. The final day returns to Imlil via the classic Tizi M’zzik pass (2,489 m) with panoramic views of Mount Toubkal.
The entire route lies within the Toubkal National Park (established 1942). This is an easy to moderate trek, suitable for families with children, first-time trekkers, and anyone wanting a peaceful immersion into Berber mountain culture. Most of the route is also accessible by mule for those who prefer to ride. For a more challenging option, see our 3-day Toubkal summit trek via Azzaden Valley.
Imlil Trek operates under Extra Mile Travel (License #16D/19), a licensed Moroccan tour operator based in the Imlil valley with over a decade of experience organizing treks in the Toubkal National Park.
Note: Prices are for the 2026 season and may increase during the winter season and in periods of snow. Additional costs may apply due to extra logistics, including the use of porters and additional mountain guides required for safety and equipment transport.
Transfer from Marrakech to Imlil (1,740 m). Trek east through Tamatert village and over the Tizi n’Tamatert pass (2,279 m) with views over the Imenane Valley. Lunch on the pass. Descend through Ouanesekra and Tamguist to Tinerhourhine village (1,600 m). Overnight in guesthouse.
Day 1 Stats:
Trek along the Imenane Valley through Ikkiss village (1,700 m), ascend to the Tizi n’Aguersioual pass (2,000 m). Lunch at Matate village with Atlas Mountain views. Continue past Tizi n’Oudite to Ait Aissa village (1,800 m) in the Azzaden Valley. Overnight in guesthouse.
Day 2 Stats:
Trek from Ait Aissa to Tizi Oussem village (1,900 m) through juniper forest. Ascend to the Tizi M’zzik pass (2,489 m) with panoramic views of Mount Toubkal. Descend through M’zzik village to Imlil. Lunch in Imlil. Transfer back to Marrakech.
Day 3 Stats:
Seasonal note: Winter (Dec–Feb) may require warm layers and micro-spikes on passes; spring offers green valleys and flowing waterfalls; autumn provides clear mountain views.
Distance: ~10 km
Elevation: +540 m / −680 m
Trail time: 4–5 hours
Meals: Lunch • Dinner
Morning :
Pickup from your Marrakech accommodation (~8:30 am) and drive (~1h30) to Imlil (1,740 m). Meet your mountain guide, organize mule logistics, and begin trekking east through terraced orchards and the village of Tamatert toward the Tizi n’Tamatert pass.
Afternoon :
Reach the Tizi n’Tamatert pass (2,279 m) — a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Imenane Valley, with the peaks of the High Atlas stretching along the horizon. Picnic lunch on the pass. Descend through the hamlets of Ouanesekra and Tamguist, walking along ancient mule tracks through terraced fields.
Evening :
Arrive at Tinerhourhine village (1,600 m) in the Imenane Valley. Dinner and relaxation in a traditional Berber guesthouse. Enjoy mint tea on the terrace as the sun sets over the valley.
Overnight : Berber guesthouse in Tinerhourhine / Imenane Valley
Distance: ~14 km
Elevation: +400 m / −200 m
Trail time: 6–7 hours
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Morning :
After breakfast, depart Tinerhourhine and trek along the Imenane Valley, passing through the Berber village of Ikkiss (1,700 m) with its traditional stone-and-earth houses. Continue ascending toward the Tizi n’Aguersioual pass (2,000 m) with views over the Ait Mizane Valley and the Toubkal peaks.
Afternoon :
Lunch at Matate village (2,000 m) surrounded by Atlas Mountain views — a chance to share mint tea with a local family. Continue through the juniper-dotted landscape, crossing the Tizi n’Oudite pass before descending into the Azzaden Valley. Arrive at Ait Aissa village (1,800 m).
Evening :
Dinner in the guesthouse. The Azzaden Valley faces the dramatic Tazaghart plateau — a striking backdrop for the evening.
Overnight : Berber guesthouse in Ait Aissa / Azzaden Valley
Distance: ~10 km
Elevation: +690 m / −750 m
Trail time: 4–5 hours
Meals: Breakfast • Lunch
Morning :
After breakfast, trek from Ait Aissa through juniper forest to Tizi Oussem village (1,900 m). From here, ascend to the Tizi M’zzik pass (2,489 m) — the highest point of the trek — with panoramic views of Mount Toubkal and the surrounding High Atlas peaks.
Afternoon :
Descend through M’zzik village to Imlil (1,740 m). Lunch in Imlil at a local restaurant before the transfer back to Marrakech.
Return :
Transfer back to Marrakech, arrival around 4:00–5:00 pm.
Trek ends in Marrakech — three valleys, three passes, and an unforgettable Atlas experience completed.
