Mt Toubkal Trek Week
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 Challenging - Trip grade 2
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Our challenge begins in the quaint 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 Marrakesh. A free day in Marrakesh with a celebratory meal and an overnight in a traditional Riad completes our adventure. Marrakech is built around the 12th century Koutoubia Mosque whose beautiful minaret dominates the skyline and can be seen from almost every approach. Any visit to Marrakech must include a visit to the medina and its colourful souk (marketplace) where you can barter for carpets, leather goods, jewellery, lanterns and spices. Another must-see is the legendary Djemaa el-Fna, the busiest and most famous square in Africa, where snake charmers, storytellers, acrobats, medicine men and musicians compete for your attention.
- 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
Imlil accommodation
Imlil, and its surrounding valleys, is a world apart from the bustle of the city and a place of peace and seclusion. Our friendly and knowledgeable local Berber team will make every effort to ensure your stay is as enjoyable as it can be.
Riad Atlas Prestige, Dar Atlas, Riad Atlas Toubkal
High mountain refuge accommodation
During the trek you will stay in the Refuge Du Toubkal
Marrakesh Riads
Riad Al Jazira Riad , Riad Berta, Riad Hamdane, Raid El Walaa, Riad Malida, Riad El Youssoufi
On arrival to the hamlet of Imlil, the starting point of all the climbs, you will meet your local crew of mule
handlers. Luggage and equipment will be carried by mules all the way to the base camp. The walk starts with
a zigzag mule path to the village of Aremd, built on a glacial moraine the you cross a dry river bed to catch
another regular path following the valley up to the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch known for locals for its curative
power and for trekkers as a refreshment stop. You will carry a day pack up Toubkal itself.
Breakfast starts at 4.30am in the refuge so we will start early depending on the conditions.