Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Dominating the awe-inspiring southern vista from Marrakech, North Africa’s highest peak often surprises onlookers with its unexpected snowy crown. While its winter appearance may seem daunting, Mount Toubkal offers a more approachable ascent during the summer months. This majestic mountain serves as the cornerstone for an unforgettable Moroccan adventure, allowing you to:

Why book this trek?

Challenge yourself to conquer the summit of Mount Toubkal, the highest point in North Africa
Gain valuable experience in winter trekking amidst the stunning High Atlas Mountains
Embark on exhilarating treks through diverse High Atlas landscapes
Immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditional lifestyle of the Berber people
Contrast your mountain expedition with the vibrant energy of Marrakech’s bustling medina

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Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Preparing for Atlas Trekking requires the same diligence as any mountain expedition. While days can be pleasantly warm and sunny, mountain weather is notoriously capricious, potentially shifting from balmy sunshine to snow and biting winds in a heartbeat, especially from autumn through late spring. We strongly advocate a ‘leave no trace’ ethos – please pack out everything you bring in to preserve the pristine mountain environment.

Our Atlas Treks are meticulously crafted to align with both the season and your personal fitness level, offering two primary options:

Berber Guesthouse Experience: Base yourself in authentic lodgings, embarking on invigorating daily walks.
Atlas Mule Trek Adventure: Journey for two or more days, accompanied by sure-footed mules.

For multi-day mule treks, you can typically choose between:

Overnight stays in cozy Berber Guesthouses or with welcoming local families
Wild camping under the stars in comfortable two-person tents

To ensure you’re fully prepared for your Atlas adventure, we’ve compiled a specialized checklist. In addition to your standard travel essentials.

Highlights

Departure & Return Location : Marrakech Airport
Meeting Time : Arrival time of your flight
Good walking boots and socks
Comfortable shoes/slippers for camp/guesthouse
Trekking pants
Lightweight waterproof over-trousers / rain-pants

Day 1 :

Day 1

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Pick up from Marrakech Airport and transfer to the riad where you will spend the night.

Day 2 :

Day 2

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Transfer from Marrakech to Imi Ouglad village (1300m). This will be about an hour and 15 min drive from Marrakech. There you will meet your mule and muleteer. First you will walk to Tizi l’bour (1500m). Then on to Imsker village (1300m). Then you walk up to Ousertik valley. Here you will spend the night in a local village gite (2200m).Approx 5 to 6 hours walking.

Day 3 :

Day 3

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Today you will walk from Gliz village to Oukaimeden (premier resort of ski 2500m). Then its on to Tizi ‘n Addi (3000m) and to Tacheddirt (2300m) village where you will spend the night.Tacheddirt is the highest village in the Atlas Mountains. Approx 5 hours walking.

Day 4 :

Day 4

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Today we cross the Imnane Valley, one of the most famous valleys in the Toubkal massive. We walk by Tizi ‘n Tamatert (2300m) and will end up in Imlil where you will spend the night. Approx 3 to 4 hours walking.

Day 5 :

Day 5

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Heading along the Mizane Valley, we first pass the village of Aremd and then onto the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch. We then continue east and by crossing the flood plains our route takes us along mule tracks and up into the high rocky cliffs above the valley. Crossing the river we eventually come to the pastoral shrine of Sidi Chamarouch, which attracts tourists and pilgrims. From here the trail continues to climb steadily, snaking and zigzagging its way up to the snowline and the Toukbal Refuge (3206m), our stop for the night. Approx 5 hours walking.

Day 6 :

Day 6

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Early in the morning we make our attempt on the summit of Jebel Toukbal, the highest peak in Northern Africa. Our route takes us up the south cirque, crossing the stream above the refuge. The walking is relatively straightforward, but the scree and the altitude will make the going quite difficult in parts. The views along the way make the journey more than worthwhile. When you reach the the summit you will see that the vistas across the surrounding landscape are quite breathtaking. From here there are 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. We will retrace our steps when we return down the mountain and spend the night at the refuge again.

Day 7 :

Day 7

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Today we head back towards Imlil. After arrival back in Imlil you transfer back to Marrakech. Overnight in a riad.

Day 8 :

Day 8

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Transfer back to the airport and departure.

MT Toubkal Winter

Mt Toubkal Winter 8 Days

Why book this trek?

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

What to Bring

Highlights

Itinerary

Cost

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TOUBKAL TREKS (11 Trips)

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