M’Goun Express Summit – 4 days

The M’Goun Express Summit is a focused, four-day ascent of Morocco’s second-highest massif, designed for trekkers who want a big High Atlas objective without a long time commitment. Starting in the lush Aït Bougmez “Happy Valley,” the route climbs to the wild Tarkeddit Plateau, reaches the airy crest of Ighil M’Goun (4,071 m), and traces the Oulilimt riverbeds and high pastures back toward the valley. With expert pacing, sensible altitude gains, and light support, the M’Goun Express Summit balances achievement, safety, and scenery.

Why Choose the M’Goun Express Summit

Compared to longer circuits, the M’Goun Express Summit streamlines logistics while keeping the essentials: a dramatic approach to the Tarkeddit Plateau, a classic ridge-walk to the main summit, and a satisfying exit through red gorges and alpine meadows. Expect fewer crowds than Toubkal, cooler temperatures at altitude, and uninterrupted panoramas across serrated High Atlas ridges. This program is ideal if you have good hill fitness, enjoy point-to-point progress, and want a summit with strong cultural flavor terraced fields, adobe villages, and Berber hospitality.

Difficulty, Altitude & Best Season on the M’Goun Express Summit

Grade: Moderate-to-challenging. Expect 5–8 hours of walking per day, with a longer summit day and some loose scree on descents.

Altitude: Night 1 is already high; the program is paced for safe gains, but prior hiking at 2,500–3,000 m helps.

Best Season: late May–October for stable weather and snow-free ridges; early season may require microspikes if residual snow lingers. Winter ascents are possible for experienced parties with proper equipment.

Gear Checklist for the M’Goun Express Summit

• Hiking boots with good grip; trekking poles for scree and long descents

• Breathable layers, warm jacket/hat/gloves for summit morning; windproof shell

• 30–35 L daypack; 1.5–2 L water capacity; sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm

• Headlamp (summit start), personal meds, blister kit, and a light sleeping bag/liner (for refuge/camp)

• Optional: microspikes early season, camera, power bank

How to Book

Tell us your dates, group size, and dietary needs (vegetarian/vegan available). We arrange transfers, licensed High Atlas guide, refuge/camp logistics, meals on trek, and safety planning. Add extra nights in Aït Bougmez or Marrakech, or extend with a cultural day hike.

Single supplement: €70