Marrakech Trip Overview
– At the heart of Morocco’s Atlas Mountains is Jebel Toubkal, its highest peak at 4,167m, from which high ridges radiate toward the dry plains This magnificent trek circles the Toubkal massif, crossing high passes between oasis-valleys with their mud-brick semi-fortified traditional Berber villages and high valleys with patches of summer pasture. Enjoy some magnificent views along the spine of the Atlas and down toward the slumbering Sahara.Take in the amazing Lac D’Ifni behind its barrier of lava; scramble up snowfields and rock to the Toubkal peak.This is a tough walk at some altitude, so come prepared.
Additional Info
* Duration: 2 days
* Starts: Marrakech, Morocco
* Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco
– At the heart of Morocco’s Atlas Mountains is Jebel Toubkal, its highest peak at 4,167m, from which high ridges radiate toward the dry plains This magnificent trek circles the Toubkal massif, crossing high passes between oasis-valleys with their mud-brick semi-fortified traditional Berber villages and high valleys with patches of summer pasture. Enjoy some magnificent views along the spine of the Atlas and down toward the slumbering Sahara.Take in the amazing Lac D’Ifni behind its barrier of lava; scramble up snowfields and rock to the Toubkal peak.This is a tough walk at some altitude, so come prepared.
Itinerary
Day 1: Day 1. Drive from Marrakech to Imlil and trek to Toubkal Refuge via Aremd & the Mizane Valley
Stop At: Imlil, Imlil, Marrakech-Safi
Day1:Marrakech – Imlil – Toubkal Refuge
After an early breakfast at the hotel in Marrakech, our driver will pick you up and take you to the heart of Morocco’s High Atlas mountains, the trek starts from Imlil (1740m), a small Berber village located at 1740m above the sea level, at 67km on the south west of Marrakech, here you will meet the team who will accompany you during this amazing adventure, the driver will drop you off in the village, the muleteers will deal with your luggage, food & all other equipments that we usually provide for our clients, within half an hour you start the walk with an experienced mountain guide through the Berber villages following a mule track which will take you to the mountain hut via the shrine Sidi Chamhrouch (2500m) where you will have your picnic lunch prepared in advance by our cook, after lunch & a short break, continue towards the refuge (3200m), as the mules walks faster, the muleteers & cook,
Aprox 5/6 hours walking
Accommodation : refuge
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch: Meals on the trek are cooked by the Berber muleteers. The food is fresh and healthy
breakfast
lunch and dinner
• Dinner: Meals on the trek are cooked by the Berber muleteers. The food is fresh and healthy.
Accommodation included: The Accommodation will be in a Dorm at the Mountain hut.
Camping is an option if prefered (june-Octo).
Day 2: Trek to summit of Jebel Toubkal(4165m); return to Imlil :
Pass By: Toubkal, Morocco
Day2: Toubkal refuge – Toubkal Summit_Back to Imlil than transfer to Marrakech
Wake up early to avoid the sunny way, breakfast around 5.00am and start the ascent climb at 5.30am, each one of you may need to pack his own pack-lunch, step by step until you get to the point above the hut where you have a short break with nuts, water & oranges etc…After 3h/4h walking up the hill, you will be able to see all the high atlas mountains like a view from the air, stunning view of the green valleys & Berber villages, a break of 45min on the summit will allow to take pictures & enjoy the views before heading down to the hut, a diversify lunch will be ready for you there. After lunch you walk down hill towards Imlil than transfer you back to marrakech.
Aprox 9_10 hours walking
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Meals on the trek are cooked by the Berber muleteers. The food is fresh and healthy. Example meals:
• Lunch: Meals on the trek are cooked by the Berber muleteers. The food is fresh and healthy.
Accommodation included: The Accommodation will be in a Dorm at the Mountain hut.
Camping is an option if prefered (june-Octo)
