We arrived in Imlil village and stayed in Dar Tighoula guest house (great family lodge) ,we hadn't organised a guide in advance . Karim is a family member of the guest house and is a knowledgable and friendly guide. Karim organised a mule to carry our kit to the snow line and escorted us to the summit of Toubkal and back . Karim is well known in Imlil village and can just about organise anything you require , he sorted out a transfer after our climb to take us to Marrakech . To sum up Karim is enthusiastic, helpful and good fun , We probably could have done the trip without a guide but it does give you peace of mind to have local knowledge and Karim is excellent value .