Toubkal Circuit

The small Berber town of Imlil is just an hour and a halfs drive from Marrakech and is the gateway to this magnificent trekking region and your Atlas Mountain trek. The big challenge here is Mount Toubkal, North Africa's highest peak, and with more time you can explore more of this remote region with your expert local guide.

Trip information

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Included

Airport transfers, half day Marrakech tour (not inc entrance fees), ground transport, guide, camping equipment (except sleeping bag and mat), mules and muleteers on trek.

Not included

Sleeping bag and mat

Is it for you?

This is a reasonably challenging trip, particularly due to the altitude. You need only carry a small backpack with your requirements for the day. You need to be comfortable with camping, and staying in basic guest houses with few facilities.

Best time

Mount Toubkal is snowcapped during the winter months when ice and snow climbing equipment and experience are required and we do not organise treks at this time of year. The trek can be taken from April to October.

Getting there

There are several no-frills airlines flying direct from London to Marrakech, including Easyjet, Ryanair and Atlas Blue, with flight prices starting from as little as £100 per person.

Weather and highlights

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Reaching the summit of Toubkal, the highest mountain in North Africa.
Staying in a Berber guesthouse and learning about Berber life in the villages of Aremd.
Camping by the pure clear waters of the Lac d'Ifni.
Exploring the sights of souks of vibrant Marrakech.

Itinerary

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Duration: 11 days

Day 1:
Arrive in Marrakech. Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2:
Transfer to Imlil, then short walk to Aremd (1,920m). Overnight Berber guesthouse. (B,D)
Day 3:
Climb to Tizi n'Tamerete (2,280m) and the village of Ouanskra. Return to Aremd. Guesthouse. (FB)
Day 4:
Trek to Neltner Refuge (3,100m). Camp. (FB)
Day 5:
Trek to Toubkal summit (4,167m) and return to the refuge. Camp. (FB)
Day 6:
Trek to Lac D'Ifini (2,310m). Camp. (FB)
Day 7:
Trek to Tissalday (2,100m). Camp. (FB)
Day 8:
Trek to Aremd (1,920m). Guesthouse. (FB)
Day 9:
Trek to Imlil and return to Marrakech. Hotel. (B)
Day 10:
Free day to explore Marrakech. Hotel. (B)
Day 11:
Transfer to airport for flight home. (B)

Pricing guidelines for Morocco

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We hope the following will give you a rough idea of costs. These are quoted per person based on twin share for two people, without international flights but including internal flights. We’ve used good standard accommodation throughout. There are nearly always ways to spend more money than we’ve suggested (!), but these prices show a good and realistic range for each type of trip.

International flights will add from about £200 depending on the season and route (unless the airlines have special offers). We offer flights with Royal Air Maroc which has daily flights to Marrakech as well as good connections to other cities.

For a specific personal quote based on any tailor made itinerary you have in mind, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help you.

Example tripPrice per person
9 day holiday including the desertBetween £1500 and £2000
2 weeks holiday taking in various sites in Morocco, using good accommodationBetween £1500 and £2500
5 day short break (one destination)From about £500+
1 week trekking holiday (eg Toubkal trek)Between £600 and £800

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