Do you like Hiking in the wild outdoors, enjoying the naturally beautiful landscapes and stunning panoramas? Morocco is the perfect destination for you. Besides its relaxing beaches and breathtaking monuments, the country, known for its natural diversity, offers you an unforgettable hiking experience through its valleys, forests and verdant green fields.

Here are Morocco’s most beautiful hiking places in Morocco

Mount Toubkal:



If you’re a professional or just passionate about trekking, you’ll enjoy discovering Toubkal region, considered as the best hiking area in Morocco and North Africa. After a 2 hours drive from Marrakech, you’ll get to Imlil which is the closest point to start your hiking tours towards Morocco’s highest peak. The climb takes 2 to 3 days depending on your physical condition and the weather.

The Hiking in the Mount Toubkal, that vaults 4167 meters, is an adventure travel you’re not going to be ready to forget. Beautiful landscapes and marvelous nature along the way will make you enjoy the walk.

Saghro Mountain

This hidden gem, perched between the Draa Valley in the south and the Dades valley in the north, is perfect for hiking lovers. The area is famous for its volcanic peaks, kashbahs and deep gorges. The arid region is inhabited by deserts nomads called “Ait Atta” tribe; you’ll get to meet along the way.

While trekking through the heart of this stunning mountain area, you’ll get the chance to catch a glimpse of some truly inspiring landscapes and meet generous and loving people and see why people love hiking in Morocco.

Rif Mountains

Standing wide in northeastern Morocco, the Rif or Riff Mountains are rising up almost 2000 meters above sea level. Recommended for families, the hike starts from Chefchaouen known as the Moroccan Blue Pearl and ends at different paths depending on the trek you choose.

Don’t forget to head to al-kalaa Mountain or the Ras el-Ma Rivers to relax and get a glimpse at the beautiful panorama offered by the surrounding villages and the graceful nature. Visiting this untouched area of the mountainside during the winter is perfect challenge for experienced hikers.

Jbel Siroua:

Jbel Siroua is an acient volcano located in the Anti-Atlas region in southern Morocco. Surrounded by Berber villages, the volcanic mountain vaults 3304 meters and offers you a unique exploration adventure. Rambling through the Berber valleys, you can choose between a two days hike and a week-long one, depending on the weather, your budget and your level of hiking experience.

You can easily navigate around the area but we still recommend you take an experienced guide to help you get through the final and risky part of the trek at the end of the area. You’ll get the chance to meet locals coming from the different Berber villages and explore the truly natural and untouched part of Morocco.

M’goun massif:

As adventurous as the Toubkal Mountain, M’Goun Massif (4071 meters) is the second highest peak in North Africa and one of Morocco’s walking gem. Known for its low altitude, the Mgoun summit is located in the heart of the High Atlas, in the rural town of Ighlil in the province of Ouarzazate.

Second favorite destination for professional hikers, it is a beautiful area famous for its beautiful gorges separating thrilling ridges and escarpments. The presence of a guide is necessary.

Paradise Valley

Combining mountainous roads, blue waters and river-grown palms, Paradise Valley is the perfect result of an amazing hike through the Mountains. Located near Agadir, Paradise valley is a piece of heaven hidden in the mountains.

You can enjoy bathing in the clear water of the source and exploring the gorges while hiking in the surrounding hills of Paradise Valley. A guide will make you visit the many villages around and show you the way to the breathtaking Waterfalls.

Ait Bougemez:

Also called ‘the happy valley’, Ait Bougmez is located in the High Atlas Mountains near the city of Azilal. Offering various walks alongside verdant green fields and around ancient walnut trees, the valley is a preciously hidden