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Mount Toubkal Trek

8 days

TREKKING HOLIDAY: Hike to the summit of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, on this wonderful trek across Morocco's rugged High Atlas Mountains. Explore vibrant Marrakech and get off the beaten track to discover spectacular mountain scenery and magnificent high passes, beautiful lakes and picturesque Berber villages.

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Tour Overview

Duration

8 days

Starts

Marrakech

Ends

Marrakech

Range

Active

Tour Guide

Yes - escorted by a tour guide

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 24

Minimum age

15 yrs, accompanied by an adult

Departs

Daily - April to October

Hotel Rating

Camping, 4 star hotel & local gite

Countries

Morocco

Arrival Transfer

Yes

Departure Transfer

No

Meals included

Breakfast: 7, Lunch: 6, Dinner: 5
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of 4 pages
Per person from
USD$1,005.00
Total From
USD$2,010.00
Deposit From
Final payment
USD$603.00
$1,708.50

Tour Highlights

Climb to the summit of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in Morocco and North Africa with stunning snow-capped views
Take in the incredible panoramic views from the summit across the High Atlas Mountains, Jebel Sahro and the magnificent Sahara Desert
Trek across the backbone of the High Atlas, over magnificent passes and through picturesque valleys
Experience a traditional Berber hammam and visit a local Berber family for tea in the village of Aroumd
Explore the vibrant UNESCO-listed medina of Marrakech on a guided tour, including souks, palaces and captivating Djemma el Fna

Included

Breakfast daily, 6 lunches and 5 dinners
2 nights 4 star hotel in Marrakech, 1 night simple gite (dormitory room with shared facilities) and 4 nights basic camping
Marrakech Airport arrival transfer day 1
5 day Mount Toubkal trek with a trekking crew (cook, Muleteers/camel handlers and backstop guide)
Camping equipment - 3 person tents for 2 person occupancy, mattresses, a mess tent, toilet tent, eating and washing facilities
Escorted by an English speaking local tour guide
Tea with a Berber family and traditional hammam in Aroumd
All transportation and transfers in private air-conditioned tourism vehicles

Not Included

International flights and visa
Tip for your guide and trekking crew
Sleeping bag
Airport departure transfer - bookable locally

Itinerary

Day 1 - Marrakech

Upon arrival at Marrakech Airport you'll be met and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free to relax or independently explore Marrakech. Perhaps head to Djemaa el Fna, the city's vibrant main square, wander around the souks and see the iconic Koutobia Mosque. There will be a welcome meeting with your guide at 7.30pm.

Overnight: Marrakech

Day 2 - Trek to Tacheddirt

Marrakech - Oukaimden - Tacheddirt. This morning bid farewell to Marrakech and drive to the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Climbing the plains of Haouz up into the foothills where the road winds, take the right fork of the road from Ourika Valley and head up to the hidden valley of Oukaimden, which is a popular ski resort in the winter.

In Oukaimden meet the mule team and begin your Toubkal trek. Setting off on a steady ascent, trek past the nomad huts to the pass of Tizi Nou Addi at 2960m. Then descend towards the village of Tacheddirt on the foothills of Adrar Tissi. Camp for the night near the village (2314m). After dinner settle in for the night and enjoy views of the starry night sky.

Trekking Distance: approx 7km Ascent: approx 450m

Overnight: Tacheddirt (camping)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 - Springs, streams & spectacular views

Tacheddirt - Tizi N Ououraine. Trek up from the green pastures around Tacheddirt village to the valley of Irhzer n Likemt and onto the pass of Tizi Likemt at 3555m today. At the top of this pass, you will be rewarded with spectacular views over the mountains with the peak of Aksoual nearby at nearly 4000m. Then descend along a rocky mule track passing a few springs and streams and onto the next valley, Assif n Tinzer. Stop for a rest and snack near the village of Azib Likemt (2600m) before your final ascent of the day to the campsite near Tizi N Ououraine (3100m).

Trekking Distance: approx 15km Ascent: approx 1200m

Overnight: Tizi N Ououraine (camping)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 - Orchards, lakes & holy Sidi Alebourga

Tizi N Ououraine - Lac N’ Ifni. This morning continue your journey along the path that winds through rocky terrain. Take in the magnificent views en route with stops to enjoy the scenery and take photos. Then, onward through the fields and orchards of the village of Amsourzerte and onto the Moussem (holy place) of Sidi Alebourga. Then continue to walk along the valley to the village of Ait Igrane, before a final climb zigzagging up to Lac N’ Ifni, where you will camp near the lake. Temperature permitting, consider paddling in the cool waters of the lake.

Trekking Distance: approx 15km Ascent: approx 700m

Overnight: Lac N’ Ifni (camping)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 - Spectacular waterfalls & snow-capped peaks

Lac N’ Ifni - Neltner (Base camp). Time to start climbing again. From the west side of the lake ascend to the valley of Assif n Moursaine and stop to enjoy spectacular waterfalls and stunning picturesque snow-capped views en route to the pass of Tizi n Ouanaoumss at 3684m. From here it is a short walk through the valley to the Toubkal Refuge at Neltner (3207m), our camp near Base camp.

Trekking Distance: approx 9km Ascent: approx 1300m

Overnight: Neltner, Base camp (camping)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 - Mt Toubkal Summit day!

Base camp - Toubkal summit - Aroumd. Get up early, perhaps even before the sun has properly risen and start the trek to Toubkal summit at 4167 m. The climb is unrelenting up the valley between the main and the west peak of Toubkal. The route is quite rocky but well trodden and at top take in the views over the southern High Atlas, the Lac D Ifni and the desert in the distance. Take plenty of photos and enjoy a picnic lunch at the summit before starting the steep descent back down the slopes of the mountains. Trek down the side of Taouount mountain to Sidi Chamarouch and reach the village of Aroumd.

This afternoon there's free time to relax or perhaps experience a traditional Berber hammam in the village before visiting a local Berber family for tea. This evening have dinner and spend the night at a local gite.

Trekking Distance: approx 20km Ascent: approx 1000m

Overnight: Aroumd (local gite)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 - Return to Marrakech

Aroumd - Marrakech. It's just a short (40 min) walk down to the village of Imlil this morning, through apple orchards and fields of grain and clover. Bid a fond farewell to the mule team here and drive back to Marrakech, stopping en route for lunch. The rest of the day is free to you to relax or explore the old medina of Marrakech. You can barter for souvenirs in the souks, soak up the atmosphere in bustling Djemaa el Fna or perhaps visit the beautiful Majorelle Gardens. We also offer an optional Marrakech city tour which you can book locally.

Overnight: Marrakech
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 - Marrakech

Your Moroccan adventure comes to an end after breakfast and hotel check-out. A departure transfer can be arranged on request.

Meals: Breakfast

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Adam Park Hotel & Spa
Marrakech

Guests can expect a very comfortable stay at the Adam Park Hotel & Spa. Each of the elegant rooms feature a patio or balcony with views of the surrounding area. Guests are spoilt for choice when it comes to dining. Several restaurants offer a variety of options including Italian specialities, Moroccan favourites and international cuisine. There are also plenty of ways to unwind after a day exploring Marrakech, with an outdoor pool, fitness centre and a spa offering rejuvenating massage treatments.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

All departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room/tent. Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room (this includes a single tent and single hotel room in Marrakech but not a single room for 1 night in the gite).

2025
Twin/Double
Single
1 Apr - 8 Apr
$1,005
$1,165
2 Apr - 9 Apr
$1,005
$1,165
3 Apr - 10 Apr
$1,005
$1,165
4 Apr - 11 Apr
$1,005
$1,165
5 Apr - 12 Apr
$1,005
$1,165
6 Apr - 13 Apr
$1,005
$1,165
7 Apr - 14 Apr
$1,005
$1,165
8 Apr - 15 Apr
$1,005
$1,165

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