Mount Toubkal Weekend Trek
About Morocco - From $449.00 USD
If you're a weekend warrior looking to climb the tallest peak in northern Africa in a little amount of time, well, look no further. Starting from the village of Imlil, you’ll make the epic trek to Mt Toubkal rocky summit and back over two days of exhilarating hiking and jaw-dropping views. Challenging yet so freakin’ rewarding, this active adventure will have your heart pumping, your legs burning, and your heart yearning for even more Morocco.
Travel Style
Active
Service Level
Basic
Physical Grading
5 - Challenging
What's Included
Challenging mountain hikes to summit Mount Toubkal (2 days). All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Conquer Mt Toubkal over a long weekend, Soak in the incredible views over the Atlas Mountains, Trek to and from the village of Imlil with mules and herdsmen
What is the maximum and typical number of participants on this tour?
Max 12, avg 10.
What meals are included in this trip?
3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
What are the modes of transportation on my trip?
Private vehicle, walking/trekking.
Is there an extra cost for travelling solo?
We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.
Where will we stay during the trip?
Hotel (2 nts, possibly multi-share), mountain refuges/ tented camps (1 nt, multipshare).
Itinerary
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Marrakech/Imlil
Arrival Day. Please arrive at the meeting point no later than 2:30PM before your departure to Imlil.
Enjoy a brief welcome meeting with the group before transferring by bus to Imlil, our base for the trek and a major trekking hub in the High Atlas. Following a one-hour hike to your accommodation, the team cooks will prepare a delicious meal for dinner.
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Trek from Imlil to Toubkal Refuge
Head into the craggy peaks and valleys of Toubkal massif today on foot. The trek will take around five to six hours and the altitude will make it feel a little bit hard, but the trip up will be worth it for the captivating views of the Moroccan countryside. You’ll be able to see the small villages clinging to the surrounding hills and the valley of the Oued Rhirhaia seeming to fold out forever towards the horizon. You’ll begin the trek at 1740m and climb to the camp at 3206m. Food tonight will be provided by Berber cooks before we set up our tents and camp at the base of Toubkal with beautiful views of the valley.
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Summit of Mount Toubkal - Imlil
The group will make the attempt to summit Mount Toubkal starting early this morning after a hearty breakfast. The peak sits at 4167m and will take between three and five hours to complete. As challenging as the climb will be you will be rewarded with some of the most breathtaking scenery in all of Morocco displayed below you. This is the highest peak in Northern Africa, you’ll be able to see the Marrakech Plain all the way to the High Atlas in the north and the Sahara in the south. After the climb, descend all the way back down to Imlil for the night. Travel back to the town of Imlil for a total hike of 19km. While it will be easier to hike down the whole hike will take between 11 and 12 hours making for a very long day. When you arrive to Imlil enjoy free time to grab a delicious meal before getting some well deserved rest.
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Imlil/Marrakech
After breakfast transfer back to Marrakech, arriving around 12pm. The tour ends on arrival to the airport or at the Marrakech hotel for those have booked post-tour nights.
