Aït Bouguemez valley, also called the Happy Valley, is suited to
walking, mule rides and mountain-biking. There are several circuits
organized by travel agencies and many pass through the village of Aït
Imi, famous for its irrigation system and water mills which have been
transformed into wheat and corn mills. Mountain
hiking is suitable for more experienced people depending on the level of difficulty. Skiing (and even cross-country skiing)
From skiing to parachute jumping, a wide range of activities and open-air sports are enjoyed right in the heart of Morocco.
Skiing
The combination of travelling by mule and skiing (known as
"mule-skiing") in the High Atlas mountains, cross-country skiing in the
cedar forests of the Tabular Middle Atlas and Alpine skiing at the
resort of Oukaïmeden or Michlifen, near Ifrane
.n Ifrane, the air is so fresh it is
invigorating. Markets, excursions, fishing, hunting, skiing. Take
advantage of the natural resources of the national park at any time of
year.
Another season
Ifrane, perched at an altitude of 1650m, provides freshness in summer and snow in winter. The ski resort of Michlifen, 19km south of the town, and the slopes of Mount Hebri
have great slopes to hurtle down once the chill sets in. A unique
experience and possibilities of cozy accommodation right at the foot of
the slopes.
Still water runs deep
One of the treasures of Ifrane is its lakes and rivers. Come pike or
trout fishing in the heart of an unexpected Morocco, in preserved and
unchanged surroundings. No matter what you catch, enjoy the unspoilt
nature without reserve, forget stress and watch the bobbing of your
cork. Fish won't be far away!
Hunting and game
An incomparable natural area, the Ifrane region is also a hunting
area. Hares, boar, partridge – local wildlife roams freely in the superb
forests neighboring Morocco's "Little Switzerland". From dawn,
accompanied by experienced guides, head out on the trail of a abundant
and incredibly varied game. A research station studying animal behavior
accurately and carefully monitors the game stock.
Mountain pastures and countryside
Take advantage of your stay in Ifrane to explore the natural areas
and discover the volcanic plateaus, the mountain pastures and the
splendid cedar, maple and poplar forests. Among other marvels, the
Afennourir Lake spreads over nearly 1000 acres surrounded by cedar
forest. It is a favorite destination for many species of rare birds.
Climbing
Morocco is home to several remarkable sites: Aremd, the Djebel
Aroudane, the Taghia gorges, the Sirwa Massif and Mount Tidighin in the
Rif. Climbing Mount M’Goun (4068m) is still a must, and the ascent of Mount Toubkal, the second highest summit in Africa after Kilimanjaro, takes two days for experienced climbers.
Fishing and hunting
While pike and tench are more common in Lake Tislit, brown trout can
be fished in the wadis of Ahansal, Assif Melloul, M’goun and in the
upper Tassaoute. For surf-casting and deep-sea fishing, head to Dakhla
Bay. Hunters should head for the Bin El Ouidane and Arboua regions, and the ring of Ouaouizert.
Riding
A country of horsemen, Morocco has successfully continued the
equestrian tradition. Horse rides are organized in the western High
Atlas, the Middle Atlas and the Saghro and Sirwa massifs.
Mountain-biking
The pleasures of mountain-biking are celebrated at all the tracks of
the western and central High Atlas, the Saghro and Sirwa massifs, as
well as Mount Tidighin in the Rif and in the desert.
White waters
Canyoning at the Aqua-n-Tazart and the Aqua N’Taghia, rafting in the
spring in the Ahansal wadi and the Assif Melloul, kayaking in Ourika and Assif Nfiss, the Talembote Wadi and Mount Tidighin in the Rif: a wide variety of pleasures!
Caving
Morocco has an impressive number of caves and underground networks.
Among the most famous are the Friouato cave, near Taza – which was
opened for visitors at the start of the last century – Toghobeit, to the
south of Chefchaouen (713m deep) and the Goran cave, between Oualidia and Safi, which was already explored at the time of the Phoenicians and houses cave paintings.
Bird's eye view
Fly high paragliding in the High Atlas or parachuting in Beni Mellal.
Also take advantage of several aerial routes on board a Cessna 207
available leaving from Marrakech. Does a ULM flight tempt you? You can
fly over the Marrakech region and/or the Atlas valleys.
is possible is possible between February and April The second-highest
summit in Morocco, an ascent of Mount M’Goun (4068m) takes six days. The
less technical Arous gorges can also be climbed.