Tizi Likemt
Tour towards the 3,555 m pass, with approximately 1,300 m of ascent and around four hours of effort.
Ride The Atlas / Ski touring
Morocco · High Atlas
Tacheddirt
Ski Touring
A six-day ski touring journey through the high valleys and mountain slopes of the Moroccan Atlas, based around Tacheddirt.
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Duration
6 days
Highest objective
3,882 m
Region
High Atlas, Morocco
Discipline
Ski touring
The journey
Tacheddirt.
High Atlas terrain.
Based around the mountain village of Tacheddirt, this six-day journey explores the high terrain of the Moroccan Atlas.
Starting in Marrakech, the journey moves into the mountains through Imlil and Tacheddirt. The touring objectives include Tizi Likemt, Tizi n’Tigourzatine, Bouignouane and the Aksoual area, with Iguenouane as a possible objective.
This is ski touring in a natural mountain environment, away from prepared pistes. Routes and objectives are adapted to snow coverage, weather, visibility, mountain conditions and the group.
The experience
What makes
this journey.
Tizi n’Tigourzatine
Explore another high mountain objective above the Tacheddirt Valley, with approximately 1,100 m of ascent.
Bouignouane or Iguenouane
Choose the objective according to conditions, with Iguenouane reaching 3,882 m via Amazer Meggoren.
Aksoual and Amghras n’Temda
Explore the Aksoual area, with a descent of approximately 1,150 m and slopes averaging around 35°.
A conditions-led journey
Routes and objectives are adapted to snow coverage, weather, mountain conditions and the group.
From Marrakech to the mountains
Travel from Marrakech into the High Atlas, with the Tacheddirt Valley as the base for the touring objectives.
From valley to summit
Earn your turns.
Day by day
The itinerary
Six days in the Tacheddirt Valley and surrounding High Atlas terrain. The mountain plan remains flexible and conditions-led.
01
Day
Imlil
Marrakech to Imlil
Arrival · Transfer into the High Atlas
Leave Marrakech and travel towards the High Atlas. The road leads into the mountains and the village of Imlil, where the journey begins. Settle in and prepare for the days ahead.
Overnight: Imlil
02
Day
Tizi Likemt · 3,555 m
Tizi Likemt
Imlil to Tacheddirt · First mountain objective
Travel towards Tacheddirt and begin the ski touring objectives around Tizi Likemt. The route climbs towards the pass at 3,555 metres, with approximately 1,300 metres of ascent and around four hours of effort.
The final section can be steep, reaching around 35°. Crampons may be needed depending on conditions.
Overnight: Tacheddirt
03
Day
Tizi n’Tigourzatine
Tizi n’Tigourzatine
High mountain touring · Tacheddirt Valley
Set out for Tizi n’Tigourzatine, with an ascent of approximately 1,100 metres and around four hours of climbing. The day offers another opportunity to explore the high mountain terrain above the Tacheddirt Valley.
Overnight: Tacheddirt
04
Day
Iguenouane · 3,882 m
Bouignouane or Iguenouane
Summit objective · Route chosen according to conditions
Depending on conditions, the day can focus on Bouignouane or Iguenouane. One of the possible objectives is Iguenouane, reaching 3,882 metres via Amazer Meggoren.
The Iguenouane option involves approximately 1,500 metres of ascent and around five hours of climbing. The upper slope can reach around 35°.
Overnight: Tacheddirt
05
Day
Arhzane col · 3,600 m
Aksoual and Amghras n’Temda
Couloir terrain · High mountain descent
Explore the Aksoual area and the terrain around Amghras n’Temda. The route described for this day includes an approach of approximately one hour, followed by a climb from 2,450 metres to the Arhzane col at 3,600 metres.
The climb takes around three and a half hours. The descent includes approximately 1,150 metres of vertical drop, with slopes averaging around 35°. Crampons may be required in the steeper upper section.
Overnight: Tacheddirt
06
Day
Marrakech
Return to Marrakech
Leave the mountains · Journey’s end
After the final morning in the mountains, leave the Tacheddirt Valley and travel back to Marrakech, bringing the six-day ski touring journey to a close.
The mountain objectives
A journey through the high country.
Tizi Likemt
3,555 m
A high pass above the Tacheddirt Valley.
Tizi n’Tigourzatine
—
A touring objective with approximately 1,100 m of ascent.
Iguenouane
3,882 m
A possible objective via Amazer Meggoren.
Aksoual area
Arhzane col · 3,600 m
A route with steep terrain and a descent of approximately 1,150 m.
Plan your journey
Trip details
The journey combines a transfer into the High Atlas, touring objectives around Tacheddirt and a return to Marrakech on the final day. Mountain logistics are adapted to the conditions on the ground.
At a glance
- Duration
- 6 days
- Start and finish
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Mountain area
- Tacheddirt Valley
- Region
- High Atlas, Morocco
- Highest listed objective
- Iguenouane · 3,882 m
- Activity
- Ski touring
Accommodation & transfers
The itinerary specifies an overnight in Imlil on Day 1 and overnights in Tacheddirt on Days 2 to 5. Day 6 is the return journey to Marrakech.
The journey begins with travel from Marrakech towards Imlil and continues into the Tacheddirt area. The final route and mountain objectives depend on snow coverage, weather and conditions.
Booking information
Confirm the trip arrangements
The itinerary sets out the planned route and overnight stops. Package inclusions—including meals, guiding, mountain staff, transfers, luggage support and equipment—should be confirmed with Ride The Atlas before booking.
Ask about trip arrangementsMountain conditions
The mountains set the plan.
The objectives in this itinerary are subject to conditions. The guide may adapt the route, timing or objectives according to weather, snow coverage, visibility, terrain and the group. Steep terrain may require crampons. Safety takes priority over completing a planned objective.
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The journey in pictures
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Before you go
Frequently asked
questions.
Useful details about the Tacheddirt ski touring journey. For questions about your dates or experience, get in touch with the Ride The Atlas team.
Ask us a question01Do I need previous ski touring experience?
The itinerary involves climbing on touring skis and skiing in natural mountain terrain, including steep sections. Your ski touring experience, fitness and mountain background should be discussed with the Ride The Atlas team before booking so the trip can be assessed for suitability.
02Are the planned mountain objectives guaranteed?
No. The objectives are part of the planned itinerary, but the final choice of route depends on snow coverage, weather, visibility, mountain conditions and the group. Safety takes priority over completing a planned objective.
03Where do we stay during the trip?
The itinerary specifies an overnight in Imlil on Day 1 and overnights in Tacheddirt on Days 2 to 5. The Day 6 itinerary describes the return to Marrakech.
04Will crampons be needed?
Crampons may be needed on steep sections, depending on conditions. The final equipment requirements should be assessed for the actual route and mountain conditions.
05What is the highest objective?
Iguenouane, at 3,882 m, is listed as one possible objective for Day 4. The itinerary may instead focus on Bouignouane, depending on conditions.
06What is included in the trip price?
The itinerary describes the planned route and overnight stops. Specific package inclusions—such as meals, guiding, mountain staff, transfers, luggage support and equipment—should be confirmed with the Ride The Atlas team when you enquire.
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