Morocco · Trekking

3-Day Mount Toubkal Trek from Marrakech with Atlas Summit Views

3 Days Round trip from Marrakesh Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek through the Imlil and Azzaden valleys on a challenging High Atlas route
  • 02 Cross Tizi n'Mzik at 2,450 m and pass the Ighouliden waterfalls
  • 03 Climb via the Aguelzim mountain pass at 3,560 m with spectacular Atlas views
  • 04 Summit Mount Toubkal at 4,167 m for views over the Atlas range and Sahara desert

Go on a 3-day trek to Mount Toubkal and take in stunning views of the Atlas summit and beautiful valleys along the way. Hike this route with steep elevation, considered one of the hardest treks, and experience a rewarding journey through the High Atlas.

Wake up early for the climb to Toubkal (4,167 m), from where, if clouds allow, you can enjoy wonderful views over the Atlas range and the Sahara desert.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Marrakech, Toubkal, Imlil
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Marrakech to Tamsoult Refuge via Imlil and Azzaden Valley

  • Transfer from Marrakech to Imlil (1,780 m), then set off on a 6-hour trek out of the Imlil Valley and into the Azzaden Valley.

  • Along the way, pass Tizi n'Mzik at 2,450 m, the refuge at Azib n'Tansoult, and the Ighouliden waterfalls.

  • Stay overnight in the Lipeney mountain refuge at 3,000 m, or earlier at Azib n Tamsoult.

2
Day 02

Tamsoult Refuge to Toubkal Refuge via Aguelzim Pass

  • Climb out of the Azzaden Valley to the Toubkal refuge over the Aguelzim mountain pass at 3,560 m with the Moroccan guide.

  • Enjoy lunch with spectacular views over the Atlas mountain range.

  • Stay overnight in the Toubkal refuge (Neltner Hut) and share a bunk room with other trekkers.

3
Day 03

Toubkal Summit Climb and Return to Marrakech

  • Wake up early for the climb to Toubkal (4,167 m), from where, if clouds allow, you can enjoy wonderful views over the Atlas range and the Sahara desert.

  • Then follow the long way back down past the refuge and along the well-worn path to Imlil. This is a fairly long day with 8-9 hours of trekking, involving 900 m of ascent and almost 2,500 m of descent back to Imlil.

  • Afterwards, get dropped off in Marrakech at around 5:00 pm.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Marrakesh 3 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Moroccan guide and cook.

  • Muleteers and mules for carrying luggage.

  • Full board on the trek, plus mineral water, coffee, and tea.

  • Accommodation in mountain huts.

  • Comfortable transport: hotel - trek - hotel.

  • Mess, cooking, and toilet tents (camping option).

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Marrakesh, Morocco
Tour start
Marrakesh, Morocco
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Marrakesh.

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