2-Day Jebel Toubkal Trek from Marrakech with Summit Attempt

After your transfer to the little village of Imlil, begin your trek. Heading along the Maizane Valley, you first pass the village of Aroumd and then continue to the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch.

Continuing east and crossing the flood plains, the route follows mule tracks and climbs into the high rocky cliffs above the valley.

After crossing the river, you eventually reach the pastoral shrine of Sidi Chamharouch, which attracts tourists and pilgrims alike. From here, the trail continues to climb steadily, snaking and zigzagging its way up to the snowline and the Toubkal Refuge (3206 m), where you will stop for the night. There will be approximately 4-5 hours of walking.

Early in the morning, make your attempt to ascend the summit of Jebel Toubkal, the highest peak in Northern Africa. The route takes you up the south cirque, crossing the stream above the refuge. The walking is relatively straightforward, but the altitude will make the going quite difficult in parts. The views along the way make the journey more than worthwhile.

When you reach the summit, you will see that the vistas across the surrounding landscape are quite breathtaking. From here, there are unrestricted views in every direction, from the Marrakesh Plain to the High Atlas in the north and as far south as the Anti-Atlas and the Sahara.