Toubkal Summit Weekend Trek
Embark on a challenging yet rewarding trek through the High Atlas Mountains. This multi-day journey takes you through stunning landscapes, traditional Berber villages, and up to the refuge at the base of Mount Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak.
Highlights
- Scenic Views: Experience breathtaking panoramas of the Atlas range.
- Cultural Immersion: Walk through local villages and meet the friendly Berber people.
- Physical Challenge: Test your endurance on steep trails and high altitudes.
What to Bring
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Warm clothing (layers are best)
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
- Water bottle and purification tablets
- Camera to capture the memories
Journey From Marrakech to Imlil
Take a shared taxi from Marrakech to Imlil. The fare is typically for a seat (1/6 of the taxi). Note that shared taxis may be less frequent in the evening.
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You should wait for the shared taxi to fill (6 places). Depart early to ensure availability.
Preparation & Booking
Make the necessary preparations and bookings before starting the Toubkal hike. It is recommended to book your guide and refuge several days before arriving in Imlil.
Book a Mountain Guide
Book a mountain guide. A certified guide is mandatory to enter the Toubkal National Park.
Book Moutain Refuge and Meals
Book your night in refuge, and meals from restaurant and refuge. The guide can help with that.
Buy or Rent hiking gear
Double-check your required hiking gear with the guide, and buy or rent any missing items from the shops in the village center.
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People
Overnight in Imlil
Spend Friday night in Imlil to acclimatize. You can stay in the village center or continue on foot to the village of Armed, where the Toubkal hike begins. Enjoy the local hospitality and get some rest before the hike.
Breakfast
Wake up and enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel or in the village.
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Trek to Checkpoint
Begin your trek passing through Aroumd village. Check in at the Toubkal National Park Gendarmerie post.
Hike to Chamharouch
Continue the ascent towards the Sidi Chamharouch shrine.
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Break at Sidi Chamharouch
Take a rest at the shrine. You can buy refreshments here.
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Reach Refuge
Continue hiking to the refuge. Have dinner and get a good night's sleep.
Summit Push
Wake up early (around 4 AM) to start the climb to the summit.
Headlamp required.
Sunrise at Toubkal Peak
Reach the summit (4167m) in time for a breathtaking sunrise.
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Descent to Refuge
Descend back to the refuge for a well-deserved break and lunch.
Return to Imlil
Descend through Aroumd back to Imlil.
Relax & Shop
If you're tired, spend another night in Imlil, enjoy nature, or do some shopping for local crafts.
End of Itinerary
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