Mt Toubkal Trek Long Weekend
fromThis Moroccan adventure sees us trekking through the dramatic landscape of the High Atlas Mountains, summiting Northern Africa’s highest peak, Mt Toubkal at 4167m
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Activity Level Moderately Challenging, not technical - Trip grade 1
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Group Size Small Group
After a night in Marrakesh our challenge begins in the quaint berber village of Imlil before we make our way up towards Mt Toubkal’s base camp. We pass through traditional Berber villages, meeting the friendly locals. Our luggage will be transported by mules as we trek along the zig zagging paths admiring the stunning scenery that surrounds us. We will overnight in mountain refuges and enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine. Reaching the summit we are rewarded with breathtaking views over the dramatic peaks. We return to base camp before our final descent where we then transfer to our stylish Riad in Marrakesh. This trip for those looking for something a little different culture from Europe, it’s off the beaten track and for those who love adventure. While it’s not technical, a good level of fitness is required.
- Qualified English or French speaking mountain guide
- Assistant guide from 11 + pax
- Private transfer from Marrakech to Imlil return
- Two nights in a mountain refuge
- Chef
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Luggage transport by mules, including mule handlers
- One night accommodation in Imlil
- One/Two nights in a traditional Marrakesh Riad
- Flights
- Tips
- Personal travel insurance
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
Yes, luggage and equipment will be carried by mules all the way to the base camp.
Yes with prior arrangement for groups we are as flexible as we can be :). Morocco has 1,200 miles of coastline, from the northeastern town of Saïdia on the shores of the Mediterranean, down to Tarfaya on the Atlantic Coast, near the Western Sahara.
This trek requires a good level of fitness. You must be capable of hiking all day up paths of moderate difficulty with steep, loose sections. The walking is relatively straightforward, but the loose footing and high altitude will make the going quite difficult in parts and can be mentally challenging. The altitude offers another dimention and we recommend you prepare for this before arriving for the long weekend option.
Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion but there is an expectation to tip for good service. Your guide will help with advice however we suggest a minimum of 150 – 200 Dirham per person.
Of course, you are free to tip more or less and the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality – a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.