Morocco · Trekking

2-Day Mount Toubkal Hiking Tour from Marrakech via Imlil Summit

2 Days Round trip from Atlas Mountains Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Climb Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, in just 2 days
  • 02 Trek from Imlil through Berber villages along mule tracks in the High Atlas
  • 03 Pass the shrine of Sidi Chamhrouch on the route to the mountain refuge
  • 04 Take in panoramic views of the High Atlas, green valleys, and Berber villages from the summit

Challenge yourself to climb Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, on this 2-day trek from Marrakech. Starting and finishing in the vibrant city of Marrakech, the journey takes you through Imlil and into Morocco's High Atlas Mountains. Explore the terrain of Mount Toubkal at 13,665 feet (4,165 metres), the highest point in the Atlas range, surrounded by high snowcapped peaks and panoramic mountain scenery.

Walk 3-4 hours uphill to enjoy panoramic views across the High Atlas Mountains, with stunning views of the green valleys and Berber villages.

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, Atlas Mountains
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Marrakech to Imlil Trek via Berber Villages

  • Have an early breakfast at your hotel in Marrakech before your pickup and transfer to the heart of Morocco's High Atlas Mountains.

  • Start the trek from Imlil (1,740 m), located 67 km southwest of Marrakech.

  • Meet the team who will accompany you during the trek. The muleteers will take care of your luggage, and you will enjoy the food and other equipment usually provided for clients.

  • Begin walking within half an hour with an experienced mountain guide through the Berber villages, following a mule track that leads to the mountain hut via the shrine of Sidi Chamhrouch (2,500 m).

  • Have lunch and take a short break.

  • Continue towards the refuge (3,200 m).

2
Day 02

Toubkal Summit Ascent and Return to Marrakech

  • Wake up early to avoid the sun along the way.

  • Have breakfast around 5:00 am and start the ascent climb.

  • Reach the point above the hut, where you will have a short break with nuts, water, and more.

  • Walk 3-4 hours uphill to enjoy panoramic views across the High Atlas Mountains, with stunning views of the green valleys and Berber villages.

  • Take a break on the summit of Jebel Toubkal. Take pictures and enjoy the views before heading down to the hut.

  • Enjoy a diverse lunch prepared for you there.

  • Walk downhill towards Imlil by the same route.

You have the option to stay at the hut for a second night depending on your flight time and holiday schedule. Please inform in advance if needed.

Imlil mule tracks, shrine of Sidi Chamhrouch, Mount Toubkal summit, Atlas Mountains panoramas

Where this trip takes you

Imlil mule tracks, shrine of Sidi Chamhrouch, Mount Toubkal summit, Atlas Mountains panoramas

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Atlas Mountains 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking guide and cook

  • Muleteers and mules for luggage

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

  • Accommodation at Neltner Mountain Hut

  • Ground transfers by minibus or taxi (hotel - trek - hotel)

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

  • Porters for luggage from the snow line to the mountain hut (winter treks)

Know before you go

  • This trek runs all year round and can depart on any date of your preference.

  • We usually have several treks departing each week that you may join.

  • Pricing: 150 EUR per adult.

  • NB: There is an extra 20 EUR per person from November to April to cover porters and additional mountain hut winter rates.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Atlas Mountains
Tour start
Atlas Mountains
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Atlas Mountains.

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