Highlights

  Get a kick out of climbing the highest summit in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

Mount Toubkal – 4.167m./13.671 ft. or as the Arabic say Jebel Toubkal. For the Berber people living for ages in the lower valleys it is Adrar-n-Oudarn: mountain of the mountains.

It is the highest peak of North Africa and deserves respect in every way. The walk to the summit is rewarding and a little challenging.

After this challenge there is a full day of relax and learn more from Berber culture in a small guesthouse “chez l’habitants”

This 10 day trip includes 3 nights in Marrakech in a nice Riad hotel close to famous square Jemaa el Fna and airport transfers.

10 day private Toubkal trip • Morocco Toubkal Adventure

Good to know

You can make it to the summit if you like walking. Just do it slowly, step by step.

Luggage is transported on mules. A local guide is walking with you. A cook is preparing nice picnics on the road.

Itineraries:

Day 1:

Marrakech

  When you arrive in Marrakech you may have time to start exploring the ‘Red City’ independently before meeting your group and your tour guide. Like many North African towns, Marrakech has two distinct parts, the Gueliz (the modern French-built city) and the Medina (the Old City). Historically the city has been a meeting place for the different communities from the mountains and deserts of Morocco. The Majorelle Gardens offer an attractive and shaded place to acclimatise to the city’s heat, while the famous souks, lively Djemma el-fna square and Koutoubia Mosque showcase the heart of the city.

Overnight in a Riad or in a Hotel

Day 2:


Tizi n Tamaterte pass. Walk to Ouanskra

Armed, Morocco in April 2013

 This morning we head south into the High Atlas Mountains via the village of Imlil to the starting point of our trek at the pass of Tizi n’Tamaterte (2279m). On a clear day we will have stunning views of Imnanen valley and Oukaimeden peak en route. Our walk starts on a mule path that zigzags down to the remote village of Tineghrine (1850m). Here we have a picnic lunch under some walnut trees before heading up along the valley through the cultivated terraces of Tamguist village to Ouanskra, where we will stay the night in a local village guesthouse (2150m).

Our walk today covers five kilometres and takes approximately three hours. The total ascent and descent is approximately +250 / -400m.

Note – The exact route of our trek will vary depending on local conditions and on the group’s ability.

Overnight in a guest house

Day 3:

Tizi n’Tachedirte, Iabassen

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  In the 3rd day we have a steady climb to Tachedirte, the highest village in the Atlas mountains. The ascent then gets steeper towards the pass of Tizi n’Tachedirte (3200m), which lies between the impressive peaks of Angour and Anghmar. On reaching the pass we have some time to appreciate the views then follow the narrow path descending the gorge to Iabassen the most remote village on our trip, where we spend the night. The typical red sandstone houses of this village look striking against the background of green juniper trees.

Today we walk around 10 km and takes about 7hours. The total ascent and descent is approximately +1050 / -1050m.
Overnight in a Village House

Day 4:

Ibassen, Oukaimeden

   Another adventurous day, first we ascend to Tizi Mzlee (2400m) on a steep path then descend to the typical Berber village of Agouns, with its cultivated green terraces. We rest here before we start on the long zigzag path to the high pass of Tizi n’Ouatar (3100m). Our efforts are rewarded with incredible views looking down over the upper Ourika valley, the ski resort of Oukaimeden (2650m), and Angour peak. We have our picnic lunch here before trekking down via the summer grazing village of Azib Ifergane to Oukaimeden mountain refuge for the night.

Today we walk for 11 kilometres over seven hours. The total ascent and descent is approximately +1050 / – 750m.
Overnight in a hotel or guest house


Day 5:

Aguersioual village, Amsakrou

  Today we take a scenic walk descending to Imnanen Valley through a great forest of juniper trees. After a picnic lunch under the shade of walnut trees by a stream in Amsakrou, we ascend via a pass to arrive to the Berber village of Aguersioual (1650m).

Today we walk 11 kilometres and takes approximately 7 hours. The total ascent and descent is approximately +500m / -1400m.
Overnight in a guest house


Day 6:


Amsakrou ,Azib Tamsoulte

  This morning we ascend steadily first on a dirt track then a mule path to the pass of Tizi n’Oudite (2200m), passing an old mine en route. As we descend from the pass we start to see the lush Azaden valley with its colourful villages. We stop for a picnic lunch near the river in Tizi Oussem before heading up through a juniper forest to the village of Azib Tamsoulte (2250m). Here Berber farmers spend the summer with their livestock in the relatively cooler climes.

Our walk today is 12 kilometres and takes about 7 hours. The total ascent and descent is approximately +1000m /- 450m.
Overnight in a guest house


Day 7:

Azib Tamsoulte, Toubkal base camp

 Today our path takes us via an impressive gorge then follows a zigzag trail on the long ascent to Tizi n’Ouguelzim (3430m) the highest pass on the trip. From here on a clear day we will have stunning views of the north face of Toubkal, and Haouz plain. As we descend the other side and make our way towards the refuge at Neltner (3207m) the scenery becomes more alpine.

Today we trek for 9 km over 6 hours. The total ascent and descent is approximately +1300m / -350m.
Overnight in refuge Neler

Day 8:

 Jebel Toubkal, Descent to Aremd

  In the early morning we ascent to the summit of North Africa’s highest peak, Jebel Toubkal (4167m). This is a fairly strenuous, though non-technical, ascent involving uneven paths and some scrambling over rocks and steep scree slopes. However the views on reaching the summit are superb. Once rested we return by the same path to Neltner Refuge for lunch. Due to the uneven nature of the path the descent can be slow and walking poles are recommended. The day ends with a hike down Ait Mizane Valley, via Sidi Chamharouch a local shrine, to the village of Aremd (1900m).

Today’s trek is around 14 km and takes 9 to 10 hours. The total ascent and descent is approximately + 960m /- 2260m.
Overnight in simple village house

Day 9:

Aremd , Imlil then drive to Marrakech

 In the morning we walk back to Imlil, then drive along scenic mountain roads via Asni to Marrakech. The afternoon is free to explore Marrakech famous souks and discover fascinating sights such as the Koutoubia mosque, Saadian tombs, Ben Youssef Medersa and Dar Si Said Palace (now the Museum of Moroccan Art).

Our walk this morning is short, 1:30 km, and takes approximately 45 minutes. The total descent is -210m.

Overnight in a Standard Hotel

Day 10:

Marrakech

Our tour ends today in Marrakech. Depending on your flight time you may be able to spend some more time exploring Marrakech or buying the some souvenirs.

Trek & Tour Informations

Included :
English speaking guide, and cook
Muleteers and mules for luggages
Full board on trek +  coffee and tea
Ground transfers by minibuses / taxis: ( hotel – trek – hotel )
Mess, cooking & toilet tents


Not included :
Travel insurance.
All drinks
Tips and personal expanses
Extra Notes:
  Prices quoted are per person, based on sharing a twin room/2 person tent.
Trek prices may vary depending of the season (High altitude Treks).

Payment : can be done in € / $ / £  or MAD

Grade : 1 – 2 – 3   Further details on Grade treks
Availability & Confirmed Dates:
This trek runs from May to October and can depart at any date of your preference.
Accommodation during the Trek:
The accommodation will be in hotels and berber gites
Essential Equipment & Clothing:
Good walking boots and socks / good trainers
Personnel First aid Kit
3 to 4 season sleeping bag
Day sack/backpack
Head torch / headlamp /camera with extra battery
Lightweight waterproof over-trousers / rain-pants
Water bottle or camel back (recommended)
Most of those equipment can be rented locally from Imlil or Aremd villages.