We offer bespoke running tours in the Atlas Mountains. We will take you way off the beaten track into a pristine lanscape trodden only by local shepherds and berber villagers.
Our day-runs operate out of the Amizmiz area. At just 50 minutes drive from Marrakech, this is the ideal place to discover the local culture and exotic beauty of the Atlas Mountains. The foothills reach up to 2000m altitude, and the big mountains at the back tower over 3000m, making for spectacular photos.
We will run with you at your pace, leading you on a combination of 4×4 tracks and singletrack donkey paths. This is a tour not a race, and our aim is to give you an unforgettable run whilst also introducing you to the berber way of life in these undiscovered hills.
We live here and run these trails several times a week, so we can give you insights that no other tours will give you.
Who are we?
I’m your running leader, Marc. You can read more about me here. Originally from the UK, I live locally and run these trails all the time. I have hand-picked the best trail runs for my clients. I speak the local berber language and have many friends in the villages we will run through. My aim is to give you an exceptional running adventure in these beautiful mountains.
Our three most popular Trail Running day tours:
Note these don’t appear on our routeplans over at trailrunmorocco.com, since we like to keep them secret just for our private clients.
Berber Villages Trail Run
The Berber villages cling tightly to steep hillsides, linked by mule trails and ancient footpaths. Let us guide you on the run of a lifetime in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, passing through several of these villages. Just 1h from Marrakesh, come and experience something unique in the world of Trail Running. If you are new to running in the hills we suggest the 16km option below, however we can also guide you on a half-marathon distance if you are ready for the challenge!
Distance: 16km (10 miles)
Height Gain: 700m
Average time: 2h30
Trail type: Berber footpaths, 4×4 tracks
Price:
€80 / 900Dh
Second and subsequent people go half-price.
See a preview of the route below (Note that the relief map doesn’t quite do justice to the height of the mountains but at least it gives you an idea of the run)
Pine forest and Berber Villages Trail Run
This run starts with a gentle uphill for the first 8km, winding up through several berber villages. There’s then the option of drinking mint tea with a local village family.
Next is an unforgettable singletrack balcony trail, winding across the mountainside through shady pine forests. There’s a possibility of glimpsing wild boar and eagles here.
Then after a short steep technical section, we join an ancient donkey path winding high above a natural gorge, a couple more traditional villages, then back to Amizmiz.
Distance: 24km (14 miles)
Height Gain: 650m
Average time: 3h30
Trail type: Singletrack. Option of some 4×4 tracks if you prefer
Price:
€140 / 1500Dh
Second and subsequent people go half-price.
See a preview of the route below (Note that the relief map doesn’t quite do justice to the height of the mountains but at least it gives you an idea of the run)
Two-Ridges Mountain Trail Run
This is without a doubt the best run in the whole area.
You will be driven 25mins up the Anoughal valley to the start point. We will then take you for a run which is like nothing else you have ever experienced. There’s a short steep 600m ascent to the first ridge, at just over 2000m altitude. On a good day there are spendid views of the Toubkal range and the High Atlas. Then we follow a donkey track for several kilometers along the length of this ridge, before reaching a coll.
From here we head down through a couple of berber villages, with the option of stopping for mint tea with a local family should you wish.
We then ascend to the second coll at 2000m, then a couple of hundred meters to the second ridge. There aren’t even shepherd tracks up here, no one comes up here except us.
We follow the ridge as it gently curves down towards a spectacular limestone gorge, then regain the Anoughal valley and a couple more villages before returning to the car. Truly, the mountain run of a lifetime!
Distance: 26km (16 miles)
Height Gain: 650m
Average time: 5h
Trail type: Singletrack. 4×4 tracks through the villages. Open mountainside.
Price:
€150 / 1600Dh
Second and subsequent people go half-price.
See a preview of the route below (Note that the relief map doesn’t quite do justice to the height of the mountains but at least it gives you an idea of the run)
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Marc, what can me and my partner say about Marc. Anyone who states not to get a guide, get Marc. His knowledge of the local culture, contacts and variety of languages spoken means that you will get a seamless trip. No hassle, he arranges everything...More 
Jason S
12/30/2018 A great time trekking Mount Toubkal in Morocco. We did the 3 day trek, with Wild Goose Adventures and had a fantastic experience. Trek was fairly tough but well worth it, with stunning scenery the whole way up. A big thank you to Marc and...More 
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11/12/2018 I really enjoyed trekking with Marc Gallagher. I'm a combat veteran who has little use for a guide or "leader" dictating my every move along a potentially dodgy or dangerous mountain path; Marc was perfect for this. He knew what he was doing and was...More 
jonathanlN8177CH
10/15/2018 - I made the trip from our family holiday in Marrakech to run with Marc. He kindly organised a taxi which worked out smoothly. We ran 18k in a circular route through the hills taking in some lovely views and passing through Berber villages. Marc was...More
6overlongon
10/27/2019 I contacted Wild Goose the day before I arrived in Marrakech and Marc (an English guy now based in Morocco) and the team were able to accommodate me - amazing. They were happy to call me at 10pm my time the night before I flew...More 
Scoobjob
7/01/2018 This is a fantastic experience for the more adventurous. Faultlessly organised and planned throughout with good local support. Marc is passionate about mountaineering and that adds to the experience. Marc’s mountain training and experience are invaluable. You can be sure you are in good safe...More 
RICHARD H
4/03/2019 - This is a trek you don’t want to miss! The beautiful mountains of Morocco and the people you’ll encounter are worth every sore muscle. As someone who had never trekked before, Marc was a knowledgeable guide which made me feel comfortable and safe. I’d highly...More
Irene M
6/29/2018 My wife dragged me to do a 30k trail run with Marc today and here I am, I am posting the one posting this review. The reason why is that I absolutely enjoyed it (easier to say now that is done) First of all Marc...More boehringerg
9/24/2019 We had a fabulous time with Marc. We hit the weather just right where there was snow in the mountains and fall colors popping. Marc did a marvelous job working with our schedule and desires and led us on a fantastic run up and over...More 
Jenny S
11/14/2018 - Our first trail run.....Marc is the perfect person to introduce you to trail running with lots of encouragement and fun along the way. Feel no pressure about pace....wild goose adventures will customize the experience for you and level you feeling accomplished and looking for your...More
Sid H
10/16/2019 This is a trek you don’t want to miss! The beautiful mountains of Morocco and the people you’ll encounter are worth every sore muscle. As someone who had never trekked before, Marc was a knowledgeable guide which made me feel comfortable and safe. I’d highly...More 2388irenem
6/29/2018 Trying to escape the noise and dust of Marrakesh for a few hours, I went on a trail run today. I enjoyed every minute of it. Highly recommendable! Marc really did a great job in discovering this lap which is a nice mix of gravel...More 
Tom T
3/29/2019
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Availability
Our booking availability is shown on the right
Basic price guide:
These are our set rates for these popular runs. For a larger group please contact us.
The second and subsequent people always go half-price, so try to find a friend to run with you, and share the fun!
Upon making a booking we will send you an invoice, with the option of paying in whichever currency you prefer (we can accept £, $ and €)
Includes:
- Qualified British or American guide
- A unique experience of a different culture
Does not include:
- Tips
- Accommodation
- Hassle
Thankyou for booking with Wild Goose Adventure!
- Runs from Amizmiz
- Year round availability
- Flexible to your fitness level
- Flexible to your requirements
- An unforgettable day run in the Atlas Mountains
We can arrange a private taxi to pick you up from your hotel for your run, and return you there afterwards. You will need to pay the taximan directly, in dirhams (local currency). We suggest this as our taximen know exactly where to take you. However you may also ask your hotel to arrange a taxi for you, in which case please ask your taximan to call us for instructions where to go. For more information please get in touch!