Morocco · Trekking

2-Day Mount Toubkal Trek from Marrakech with Summit Ascent

2 Days Round trip from Toubkal Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike through the mountain villages below Mount Toubkal
02 Follow the Ait Mizane Valley past Aroumd and the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch
03 Reach Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains and North Africa
04 Take in breathtaking summit views in every direction

Trace the heights of Mount Toubkal, which stands at 4167 m, on a challenging trek from Marrakech. Surrounded by several 4000 m peaks, this hike is designed for fit travellers and leads through mountain villages, the Ait Mizane Valley, and up to the highest summit in the Atlas Mountains and North Africa. Reach the top for breathtaking views in every direction before descending back to Imlil and returning to Marrakech.

Ascend to Toubkal Summit, the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains and North Africa.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Marrakech, Toubkal, Imlil, Atlas Mountains

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Trek from Marrakech to Imlil and Toubkal Refuge

Transfer from Marrakech to the little mountain village of Imlil, where you will meet the guide and the team.
Start your trek along the Ait Mizane Valley, crossing the last village of Aroumd and continuing to the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch, a famous place that attracts tourists and pilgrims.
Continue by zigzagging your way up to Toubkal Refuge (3207 m), where you will spend the night. The walk takes about 6 to 7 hours.

Day 02

Summit Mount Toubkal and return to Marrakech

Ascend to Toubkal Summit, the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains and North Africa. The walk is straightforward yet challenging, but the views along the way make the journey even more rewarding.
Enjoy the wonderful views in all directions.
Descend the same way back to Imlil.
Transfer from Imlil to Marrakech. The full day's trip takes about 10 hours.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Toubkal 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Local English-speaking mountain guide, muleteers, porters, and cook
Accommodation in a local house, tent, or refuge, depending on the weather
All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Mineral water, coffee, and tea
Transport by minibus or 4x4 for transfers to and from the Atlas Mountains

What's Not Included

Personal expenses
Tips

Know before you go

You need to prepare as you would for walking holidays in any mountain region; it can be warm and sunny during the day, but the weather in the mountains can quickly change from sunshine to snow and cold winds, especially from autumn through late spring.
You can choose to base yourself in Berber houses, from where you can take daily walks, or join the 2-day Atlas Mule Trek. On mule treks, you usually have the choice of staying in a Berber house (gite) with families or wild camping in 2-person tents.

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