DAY 1

Walk from Aït Bou Guemez to Tighremt n’Aït Ahmed

We leave Aït Bou Guemez Valley by climbing steeply up to the Tizi n’Aït Imi (2,905m) and enjoy the panoramic views in all directions before descending into the Oulilmt Valley. Cross the river to the isolated ruin of Tighremt n’Aït Ahmed (2235m). Camp close by this ancient monument on the banks of the river. 5.5 hours walking, approximately.

DAY 2

Walk from Tighremt n’Aït Ahmed to Imi n’Irkt

We follow the course of the Oulilmt River further as it leads into the Assif Mgoun Valley, winding our way along its banks through a succession of beautiful, traditional villages. Finally, we reach the last of these, Imi n’Irkt (2100m), at the very mouth of the gorge. We camp at the edge of the village. 4.5 hours walking, approximately.

DAY 3

Walk from Imi n’Irkt to Aguerzaka

We leave Imi n’Irkt by wading through the Assif Mgoun to its far bank. We then spend much of the day fording the stream, following its quickening course right through the stunning gorges of Abachou before finally emerging at the small village of Aguerzaka (1820m). We spend the night in a local gite. 6 hours walking, approximately.

DAY 4

Walk from Aguerzaka to Boutaghrar and transfer to El Kelaa des Mgouna

We follow the valley onwards from Aguerzaka. Although the valley begins to widen, there is still little sign of a path and the river itself largely remains our guide. We emerge at Boutaghrar (1500m). If we have energy, we can explore the narrow lanes of this historic village and admire the architecture and craftsmanship of its numerous ancient tighremts. We transfer to El Kelaa des Mgouna. 6 hours walking and 1 hour transfer, approximately.