2-Day Mount Toubkal Trek from Marrakech with Refuge Overnight

2 Days Round trip from imlil Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Summit Mount Toubkal (4,167 m), the highest peak in North Africa
  • 02 Trek through the dramatic landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains
  • 03 Stop near Chamharouch Shrine for a freshly prepared lunch
  • 04 Spend the night at the Toubkal Refuge (3,207 m)
  • 05 Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the summit before descending to Imlil

Take on Morocco's most iconic mountain challenge on this 2-day trek from Marrakech to the summit of Mount Toubkal (4,167 m), the highest peak in North Africa. After a scenic drive to Imlil (1,740 m), meet your local mountain guide, enjoy traditional Moroccan tea, and begin hiking through the dramatic landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains. Stop near Chamharouch Shrine for lunch, spend the night at the Toubkal Refuge (3,207 m), and rise early for the summit ascent. From the top, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views before descending to Imlil and transferring back to Marrakech.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Marrakech, Toubkal, Imlil, Atlas Mountains
Languages Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Marrakech Transfer and Trek to Toubkal Refuge

  • Pick up from your accommodation in Marrakech.

  • Drive for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to Imlil (1,740 m).

  • Meet your local mountain guide and enjoy traditional Moroccan tea.

  • Begin the trek through the High Atlas Mountains.

  • Stop at Chamharouch Shrine for a freshly prepared lunch.

  • Continue hiking uphill to the Toubkal Refuge (3,207 m).

Dinner and overnight stay at the mountain refuge.

Total hiking time: approximately 5-6 hours.

2
Day 02

Mount Toubkal Summit and Descent to Marrakech

  • Early breakfast at the refuge.

  • Start the ascent to Mount Toubkal Summit (4,167 m).

  • Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the highest peak in North Africa.

  • Descend back to the refuge for lunch.

  • Continue hiking down to Imlil via the same trail.

  • Meet your driver and transfer back to Marrakech.

  • Total hiking time: approximately 10-12 hours.

  • End of the 2-day Toubkal Trek.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from imlil 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Marrakech

  • Private air-conditioned transportation to and from Imlil

  • Professional English-speaking mountain guide

  • 1 night accommodation at Toubkal Refuge

  • Breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner

  • Tea and drinking water during the trek

  • Mule service for luggage transportation

  • All local taxes and service fees

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights

  • Travel insurance (highly recommended)

  • Personal expenses and souvenirs

  • Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages

  • Tips for the guide, muleteers, and drivers

  • Sleeping bag rental (available on request if needed)

  • Personal hiking equipment and clothing

  • Any services not specifically mentioned in the 'What's Included' section

What to bring

  • Passport or ID

  • Hiking boots

  • Warm jacket and extra layers

  • Waterproof clothing

  • Sun hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen

  • Small backpack

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Personal medications

  • Camera or smartphone

Know before you go

  • A good level of fitness is required.

  • The trek reaches an altitude of 4,167 m.

  • Weather conditions can change quickly in the mountains.

  • Children should be accompanied by an adult.

  • The tour may be modified or canceled in case of severe weather.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 2 days finish where they began, in imlil.

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