Escape the city and discover the beauty of Morocco’s Middle Atlas on this Azrou Cedar Forest Trek. Departing from Fes, this full-day hiking experience takes you through the famous cedar forests of Azrou, home to the iconic Barbary macaques and breathtaking mountain scenery.
The Azrou Cedar Forest Trek combines peaceful forest trails, authentic Amazigh culture, and panoramic landscapes. Enjoy a guided hike, traditional lunch with locals, and one of the most beautiful natural areas in Morocco.
After 1h30 mns driving from Fes, you reach your starting point of the hike in Moudmam forest; where the barbary macaques gather, 10 minutes away from the Amazigh town of Azrou.
Briefing on the hike, choice of the elevation…
After 4 hours of walking, lunch in the middle of the cedar forest (either fresh cooked meals or picnic) …and after a moment of relaxation…1 hours hiking back to the parking lot.
Possibility of lunch at the end of the hike.
It’s a loop of 5-6 hours of hiking.
The circuit is moderate, and most of the time between the cedar trees on the mules’ tracks.
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Elevation gain +300 m
Elevation loss -300 m
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The Azrou Cedar Forest Trek is a full-day guided hiking excursion from Fes through Morocco’s largest cedar forest in the Middle Atlas Mountains.
Yes. The hike follows moderate trails and is suitable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness.
Yes. The cedar forest around Azrou is one of the best places in Morocco to observe wild Barbary macaques in their natural habitat.
Yes. The tour includes a traditional lunch with local Amazigh families or a picnic depending on the itinerary.
The hiking portion lasts approximately 4 to 5 hours, with several stops for photos, rest, and wildlife observation.
This tour offers a perfect combination of hiking, wildlife, cedar forests, Amazigh culture, and stunning mountain scenery just a short drive from Fes.
