Morocco · Trekking

2-Day Toubkal Trek from Marrakech with Imlil and summit views

2 Days Round trip from Marrakesh Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Trek through the Ait Mizane Valley and the village of Aroumd in the High Atlas Mountains
  • 02 Climb to the Toubkal Refuge via the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch
  • 03 Hike Jebel Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa
  • 04 Take in breathtaking views from the Marrakesh Plain to the High Atlas, Anti-Atlas, and Sahara

Travel from Marrakech to Imlil, a small village in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco, and trek through the Ait Mizane Valley and the village of Aroumd. Climb to the Toubkal Refuge in Toubkal National Park before hiking Jebel Toubkal, the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains, Morocco, and North Africa. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the Atlas valley and Berber villages, breathe in the picturesque scenery from the top, and sleep under the stars.

Enjoy the 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.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Marrakech, Toubkal, Imlil
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Marrakech to Imlil and Toubkal Refuge Trek

  • Pick up from your hotel in Marrakech and travel to Imlil Village.

  • Proceed to the Ait Mizane Valley and pass through the village of Aroumd.

  • Continue east, cross the flood plains, and walk along the mule tracks up into the high rocky cliffs above the valley.

  • Cross the river and arrive at the pastoral shrine of Sidi Chamarouch, which attracts tourists and pilgrims.

  • Climb steadily, snaking and zigzagging your way up to the snowline, and arrive at the Toukbal Refuge.

Overnight stay at the refuge.

2
Day 02

Jebel Toubkal Summit Hike and Return to Imlil

  • Wake up early in the morning and start the hiking tour of Jebel Toubkal, the highest peak in Northern Africa.

  • Pass through the south cirque, crossing the stream above the refuge.

  • Enjoy the scenic views of the beautiful landscape along the way.

  • Arrive at the summit and see the vistas across the surrounding landscape, which are quite breathtaking.

  • Enjoy the 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.

Retrace your steps while descending the mountain and head back to Imlil.

Ait Mizane Valley, village of Aroumd, Toubkal Refuge, Jebel Toubkal

Where this trip takes you

Ait Mizane Valley, village of Aroumd, Toubkal Refuge, Jebel Toubkal

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Marrakesh 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

  • Transportation

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • English-speaking driver/guide

  • Dinners and breakfasts

  • Accommodation

  • Meals

What's Not Included

  • Soft drinks

  • Personal travel insurance

  • Tips

What to bring

  • Good walking boots and socks

  • Comfortable shoes/slippers for the camp/guesthouse

  • Trekking pants

  • Lightweight waterproof over-trousers / rain pants

  • Underwear / Long johns / T-shirts

  • Fleece jacket or warm jumper

  • Lightweight windproof/waterproof jacket

  • Hat/goggles (winter) and sunglasses (summer)

  • Lightweight thermal or fleece gloves

  • 3- to 4-season sleeping bag

  • Walking stick

  • Daysack/backpack

  • Head torch

  • Basic first aid kit

  • Ice axes and crampons (winter)

  • Water bottle

  • Personal items such as a towel, sunscreen, wipes, toilet tissues, and antibacterial hand wash

  • Small rubbish bag

  • Matches

  • Trail snacks

  • Zip-up bags for the camera

  • Repair kit

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Marrakesh.

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