Toubkal Climb
From CAD $850 Was CAD $1,040
Guarantee
Small Group
Unknown
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
Trek to the highest peak in the Arab-speaking world, Jebel Toubkal on this challenging hiking holiday. Wind your way through the heart of Morocco, hiking through majestic valleys, mountainside villages and rocky passes until you're at the very peak of North Africa. Experience Berber hospitality and recoup in traditional gites and village houses before waving goodbye to this magnificent country in the Red City of Marrakech.
The Atlas Mountains - Leave the world behind on an adventure into the highest peaks and untouched landscapes of this iconic mountain range.
Berber hospitality - Immerse yourself in the ways of the Berber communities that call the Atlas home.
The Red City - Explore the frantic energy of Marrakech getting lost in the maze-like streets of the medina and souks.
Highlights
A week long trekking trip to climb the highest peak in north Africa, Mount Toubkal|Immerse yourself in the ways of the Berber communities that call the Atlas home|Explore the frantic energy of Marrakech's maze-like streets of the medina and souks
Trip Details
Product Code: 20276
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Minibus
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
Explore Worldwide
Supplier Code: MJ
Starts: Morocco
Finishes: Morocco
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Unknown
Includes
- Explore Tour Leader
- Cook
- Driver(s)
- Local Guide(s)
- Muleteer(s)
Accommodation
- Kennedy Hospitality Resort
- Tizi Oussem Gite
- Aremd Village House
- Toubkal Base Camp
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $850 ($121 /day)
Itinerary
Our tour of Morocco starts in the Red City. With its dusty rooftops, maze-like streets and bustling souks, Marrakech encompasses the essence of Morocco. Head to the Medina and people watch while you sip a mint tea in Jemaa el-Fna (the main square) or visit the Jardin Majorelle, just a short walk from our hotel. Alternatively, you might like to relax in the hotel's rooftop swimming pool before our adventure begins.
There are no activities planned for today, so you're free to arrive at any time. If you'd like an airport transfer, you'll need to arrive at Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK), which is around a 20-minute drive from our hotel. Our tour leader will meet you in the hotel reception at 6pm for a welcome meeting and then an optional dinner. If you arrive later, they'll catch you up as soon as possible.
Accommodation:
- Type - Hotel
- Accommodation Name - Kennedy Hospitality Resort
- Grade - Comfortable
- All Inclusive - No
- Any Meal Provided - No
- Breakfast Provided - No
- Dinner Provided - No
- Lunch Provided - No
- Meal Name - Meals Provided: None
Leaving Marrakech behind, this morning we'll drive south towards the Imlil Valley and the craggy peaks of the Toubkal Massif. We'll begin our climb at the village of Aquersioul (1,600m/5250ft), hiking up into the Matate Valley and then on to the Tizi n'Oudite pass (2,200m/7218ft) where we'll stop for a picnic lunch.
Descending through a juniper forest into the Azaden Valley, we'll then continue towards Id Aissa, enjoying views out towards our final stop in Tizi Oussem (1,850m/6070ft). There, we'll receive a warm welcome at our home for the night, a traditional Berber-style mud brick building built into a hillside. The rooms sleep two to four people with thick mattresses on the floor and the property has shared facilities.
Today's walk covers 8.5 kilometres/5.30 miles and is graded as moderate. It has a total ascent of 750 metres/2461 feet and descent of 500 metres/1641 feet. We expect it to take around 6 hours.
Accommodation:
- Type - Village House
- Accommodation Name - Tizi Oussem Gite
- Grade - Simple
- All Inclusive - No
- Any Meal Provided - Yes
- Breakfast Provided - Yes
- Dinner Provided - Yes
- Lunch Provided - Yes
- Meal Name - Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast this morning, we'll continue our walk along the valley before beginning a steady ascent up towards Tizi Mzik (2,489m/8166 ft). From this high mountain pass, we'll then begin our descent towards the village of Aremd (1,950m/6398ft). Built on a moraine spur overlooking the valley floor, Aremd is the largest village in the valley and gives us a unique glimpse at Berber life. This afternoon, we'll have a chance to take a walk around the village, soaking up the mountain landscapes, dotted with traditional gites and farms.
We'll be staying in a traditional Berber village house with twin and triple rooms, shared facilities, and a communal area for eating.
Today's walk covers 7 kilometres/4.40 miles and is graded as moderate. It has a total ascent of 429 metres/1408 feet and descent of 539 metres/1768 feet. We expect it to take around 5 hours.
Accommodation:
- Type - Village House
- Accommodation Name - Aremd Village House
- Grade - Simple
- All Inclusive - No
- Any Meal Provided - Yes
- Breakfast Provided - Yes
- Dinner Provided - Yes
- Lunch Provided - Yes
- Meal Name - Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Continuing across the Mizane Valley, today we'll cross the flood plain and follow mule tracks up into the rocky cliffs above. Crossing the river, we'll come to the pastoral shrine of Sidi Chamharouch, set beside a tranquil waterfall and a jumbled cluster of village houses, that cling to the rockface. From here, the trail continues to climb steadily, snaking and zigzagging its way up towards the snowline and the welcoming sight of the Neltner Refuge (3,207m/10,522ft) at the base of Toubkal.
Over the next two nights we will be based in a fully supported campsite, complete with spacious two person tents, a mess tent where meals are taken and a toilet tent. A matress is provided, you will need to bring your own sleeping bag. The camp crew will look after you, including undertaking all the meal preparation. It's also possible to use the shower facilities at the nearby refuge for a small charge.
Today's walk covers 9.5 kilometres/5.90 miles and is graded as moderate. It has a total ascent of 1,257 metres/4124 feet. We expect it to take around 5 hours.
Accommodation:
- Type - Camping
- Accommodation Name - Toubkal Base Camp
- Grade - Simple
- All Inclusive - No
- Any Meal Provided - Yes
- Breakfast Provided - Yes
- Dinner Provided - Yes
- Lunch Provided - Yes
- Meal Name - Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Setting off early, this morning we'll make our way to the summit of Jebel Toubkal (4,167m/13672ft). Our route takes us up the challenging south cirque, a steep climb across scree and rock that will lead us to the Tizi n'Toubkal saddle (3,975m/13,042ft), just a short walk from the summit. On a clear day, views from up here take in the Marrakech Plain and the High Atlas Mountains and stretch as far south as the Anti-Atlas and the Sahara. Once we've taken in the astounding panorama, we'll trek back down to our refuge.
Today's walk covers 4.5 kilometres/2.80 miles and is graded as challenging. It has a total ascent and descent of 960 metres/3150 feet. We expect it to take around 6 hours.
Accommodation:
- Type - Camping
- Accommodation Name - Toubkal Base Camp
- Grade - Simple
- All Inclusive - No
- Any Meal Provided - Yes
- Breakfast Provided - Yes
- Dinner Provided - Yes
- Lunch Provided - Yes
- Meal Name - Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Today, we'll retrace our steps down the mountain and head back towards Imlil. From there, we'll drive back to Marrakech, where we'll have free time to explore the Red City. Take in the pandemonium of Jemaa El-Fna (the main square) or delve into the spice-scented souks to pick up a souvenir to end the trip.
Today's walk covers 11 kilometres/6.80 miles. It has a total descent of 970 metres/3183 feet. We expect it to take around 5 hours.
Accommodation:
- Type - Hotel
- Accommodation Name - Kennedy Hospitality Resort
- Grade - Comfortable
- All Inclusive - No
- Any Meal Provided - Yes
- Breakfast Provided - Yes
- Dinner Provided - No
- Lunch Provided - Yes
- Meal Name - Meals Provided: Breakfast & Lunch
Our tour of Morocco ends at our hotel in Marrakech.
There are no activities planned today, so you're free to depart at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you'd like an airport transfer, you need to depart from Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK).
Accommodation:
- Type -
- Accommodation Name -
- Grade -
- All Inclusive - No
- Any Meal Provided - Yes
- Breakfast Provided - Yes
- Dinner Provided - No
- Lunch Provided - No
- Meal Name - Meals Provided: Breakfast
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Reviews
Sally - Traveled, May 2023
getting up, and then down, Mt Toubkal. Incredibly challenging/brutal. can't believe we did it!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/20/2023
Ken - Traveled, May 2023
Mohammed, the tour leader was exceptional. Good communication at all times. Encouraged everyone and was the reason we all reached the summit.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/21/2023
Renee - Traveled, May 2023
The guides were great and they took care of me from beginning to the end.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/26/2023
Hayley - Traveled, May 2023
reaching the top of mt toubkal
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/27/2023
Judith - Traveled, May 2023
Reaching the summit of Toubkal was the main highlight, after a very challenging climb up from the refuge
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/28/2023
Kim - Traveled, May 2023
The highlight was definitely summit day. It took 9 hours (the itinerary suggested 6!), but some of the group found the steep and rough terrain difficult. There was old compacted snow that we had to cross over steep ground and a lot of scree. I think that the guides were amazing that day and, despite lots of slips and falls, they ensured that everyone got down safely. When the going got tough, everyone in the group helped each other. It was heartwarming to experience!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/02/2023
Mark - Traveled, May 2023
The scenery was stunning and all of us managed to get to the top which was quite an achievement.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/04/2023
Helen - Traveled, May 2023
Summiting Toubkal and seeing the Atlas Mountain range was the highlight. The group - including Mohammed and his team were also simply superb.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/03/2023
Neil - Traveled, May 2023
Reaching the top of toubkal was an obvious highlight, but also the group of people on the tour also made it a very enjoyable trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/05/2023
Lesley - Traveled, June 2023
There were 15 on the trip of varying abilities but we all made it safely to the summit.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/10/2023
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