Overview
At 4,167 metres, Mount Toubkal is the highest peak in North Africa, and its summit offers a 360-degree view over the High Atlas, its Berber villages and, on clear days, the Sahara in the distance.
This 4-day trek combines the ascent with the warm hospitality of the mountain people. With an experienced guide and muleteers, you climb at a comfortable pace, spend a night at the refuge below the summit and come back down through the traditional villages of the valleys.
Highlights
- Summit North Africa’s highest peak (4,167 m)
- Sunrise from the top of the Atlas
- Nights in a mountain refuge and a Berber guesthouse
- Walnut groves, terraced fields and Berber villages
- A trek paced for your group
4 days / 3 nights
Itinerary
Day 1
Marrakech – Imlil – Toubkal refuge
A scenic morning drive takes you from Marrakech to Imlil, the village at the gateway to the Toubkal massif. Meet your guide and muleteers and start walking through walnut groves, terraced fields and villages, with a picnic lunch on the way. Reach the Toubkal refuge (about 3,200 m) for dinner and the night.
Day 2
Summit day
Start before dawn to reach the summit of Toubkal for sunrise. The reward: a 360-degree panorama over the Atlas peaks, the villages far below and the desert on the horizon. Descend to the refuge for a well-deserved rest and a hearty meal.
Day 3
Azzaden or Mizane valley – Imlil
Walk down through the Azzaden or Mizane valley, discovering the traditional life of the Berber villages. Share lunch with a local family, then return to Imlil for a night in a cosy guesthouse.
Day 4
Imlil – Marrakech
After a last morning walk around Imlil, drive back to Marrakech, arriving in the afternoon.
Included
- Return transfer from Marrakech
- Local mountain guide
- Muleteers and mules for the luggage
- Full board during the trek
- Nights in guesthouses, refuges or camps as described
Not included
- Drinks
- Personal trekking equipment
- Travel insurance
- Tips
Accommodation
Night 1 and 2: Toubkal mountain refuge (dormitories or rooms). Night 3: Berber guesthouse in Imlil.
Good to know
Difficulty: challenging. Summit day involves around 1,000 metres of ascent and a long descent, at altitude.
Equipment: good hiking boots, warm layers, a down jacket, hat and gloves (the summit is cold even in summer), sunglasses and sun cream. In winter, crampons and an ice axe are required and the trek is adapted to the snow conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need trekking experience?
No technical climbing is involved, but you need good fitness and to be comfortable walking 5 to 7 hours a day on mountain trails. The guide adapts the pace to your group.
Can I climb Toubkal in winter?
Yes, from December to March the mountain is snowy and the ascent requires crampons, an ice axe and some experience. Tell us your level and we will advise you.
When is the best time to go?
Spring (April to June) and autumn (September to November) offer the best conditions. Summer is possible but hot in the valleys; in winter, snow can cover the high passes and the route is adapted.
Plan this trip with us
Tell us your dates and group size: we reply within 24 hours with a tailored proposal. Every tour is private and can be adjusted.