Ascent to Toubkal

The Toubkal is a name for many with adventurous resonances. It represents the opportunity for many mountain enthusiasts to reach a peak above four thousand meters. The ascent does not require knowledge in mountaineering techniques and the weather in summer is usually benign. We also provide the infrastructure to successfully reach this attractive 4,167-meter summit and enjoy its human and landscape environment. Number of participants: 4 pax to 15 pax

Grade

Medium level

Type

Mountain Trekking

Trip Days

9

Trip Nights

8

Accommodation

Yes

Transportation

Yes

Max Altitude

4.167 m

Transport

For transfers at the beginning of the trekking we use Land Rover Defender, Toyota Land Cruiser or Minibuses, depending on each starting point of the trek, sometimes for departures of 2 and 3 people could be in taxi-mercedes, but in any case always using vehicles with your corresponding transport license. In special cases, we may have to use local Atlas transport, known as a Berber van, for short stretches. It is a very traveling experience to use these typical transports.

Food

Breakfast: A tea, Nescafé, cheese, bread, jam, butter, honey, etc.

Nuts: The guide carries nuts during the route that are taken at some of the mid-morning stops but are always available to group members.

Lunch: The kitchen is advanced to the point of food and there the cook prepares a large salad based on seasonal vegetables accompanied by cheese or sardines, or tuna, pasta, potatoes, bread, etc. Everything is scrupulously washed and disinfected with cooking liquor. It is served in plates and cutlery and tea in glass cup. A large mat with mattresses is installed, which is very pleasant to rest for a while after the meal.

The afternoon tea: Mint tea and cookies or sfinch from time to time (Berber typical fritters).

Dinner: Always soup and second typical stews or tagines, with vegetables, legumes combined with lamb or chicken. Always one night you take the famous couscous and other times it can be pasta to give energy to the walkers. In any case, the menu changes every day. After dinner, a lemon verbena is offered, which serves as a relaxant to help you fall asleep.

Trip Overview

Day 1
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN - MARRAKECH

Arrival in Marrakech, assistance and transfer to the hotel / Riad in the medina

Day 2
MARRAKECH - IMLIL (1700m) - TIZI N TAMATART (2200m) - TACHEDIRT (2200m)

An hour and a half by road to reach the Toubkal massif and the valley that ascends towards Imlil, after having crossed the Haouz plain, the road between beautiful gorges. In Asni we leave the main road to go up to the foot of Toubkal, a secondary road takes us to Imlil. Encounter with our team that accompany us during the route (muleteers, cook, mules).

After a welcome tea, we loaded the luggage and set out along a road to Tacheddirt passing through the Tamatert pass. Camp next to the town.

  • Positive slope: 579m.
  • Negative gain: 100m.
  • 4 hours of walking.
Day 3
TACHEDIRT (2200m) - TIZI N’LIKEMT (3612m) - AZIB N’LIKEMT (2568m)

After admiring the village upon awakening, we cross the stream to reach the beginning of the beautiful climb that will take us to the hill of Likemt. A beautiful tour with a beautiful view.

We are at the foot of Aksoual, a spectacular mountain range. After a deserved break at the top, we descend towards Azib N'Likemt. Camp.

  • Positive slope: 1400m.
  • Negative gain: 1040m.
  • 6 hours of walking.
Day 4
IFNI LAKE (2295m) - TIZI N’OUANOUMS (3660m) - REFUGE OF TOUBKAL (3200m)

An extraordinary journey between the cliffs and the impressive mountains in the heart of the Toubkal massif. We are on the southern flank, the mules climb with difficulty but pass incredibly through the most difficult places. A short descent hour allows us to access the Toubkal base camp.

Camp next to the shelter of Toubkal.

  • Positive drop: 1365m.
  • Negative difference: 460m.
  • 6 hours of walking.
Day 5
AMSOUZART (1750m) - IFNI LAKE (2295m)

Small day of march to ascend during the morning to the lake of Ifni. We take advantage of the afternoon in the lake to swim relax to face the next stages.

  • Camp on the edge of the lake.
  • Positive slope: 545m.
  • Negative gain: 100m.
  • 4 hours of walking
Day 6
IFNI LAKE (2295m) - TIZI N’OUANOUMS (3660m) - REFUGE OF TOUBKAL (3200m)

An extraordinary journey between the cliffs and the impressive mountains in the heart of the Toubkal massif. We are on the southern flank, the mules climb with difficulty but pass incredibly through the most difficult places. A short descent hour allows us to access the Toubkal base camp.

  • Camp next to the shelter of Toubkal.
  • Positive drop: 1365m.
  • Negative difference: 460m.
  • 6 hours of walking.
Day 7
REFUGE OF TOUBKAL (3200m) - TOP OF TOUBKAL (4167m) - REFUGE OF TOUBKAL (3200m)

Early tomorrow, we set out to reach our goal, the highest summit in North Africa. The ascent is not difficult because of the normal itinerary, towards 10 o'clock we are already at the top and we can take advantage of the views towards the north, the south and the east. On the west side the other 4000 m of the massif cover the horizon, but they do not stop impressing us. After a picnic we begin the descent through another itinerary that takes us to the camp.

  • Positive drop: 967m.
  • Negative difference: 967m.
  • 5 hours of walking.
Day 8
REFUGE OF TOUBKAL (3200m) - IMLIL (1700m) - MARRAKECH

After breakfast, we descend to Imlil where our vehicle awaits us, we say goodbye to our team, to return to Marrakech where they will arrive from 3:00 p.m.

  • Free afternoon in Marrakech.
  • Positive slope: 0m.
  • Negative slope: 1500m.
  • 2:30 hours of walking.

Recommendations

  • Long trekking pants and long-sleeved and short-sleeved Breathable T-shirts.
  • Polar fleece and waterproof and windproof jacket.
  • Boots or trekking shoes.
  • One day backpack.
  • Telescopic pole (recommended).
  • Cap with visor and sun protection.
  • Sleeping bag.
  • Feather jacket or similar coat.
  • Gloves and hat.
  • Sturdy travel bag, large backpack or backpack to carry on mules.
  • Bathing suit and towel For the ascent to the Toubkal.
  • Ice ax and crampons (in winter).
  • Guetres (snow gaiters) and warm, waterproof gloves (in winter).
  • Boot suitable for crampons (if it is sufficiently warm and hard it can be the same one you use in the trekking).

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Cost Per Person

480€

  • 2 nights accommodation in Marrakech, the rest in igloo camping tents for 2 people.
  • Full board except in Marrakech.
  • Road transfers Marrakech / Imlil / mMarrakech.
  • Collective material (tents, mattress, covered).
  • Moroccan escorted guide.
  • Team of muleteers with their mules.
  • Flights.
  • Meals in Marrakech.
  • Drinks.
  • Travel insurance.
  1. Rated 5 out of 5

    Marta Balaguer –

    Hace unos años hicimos el Toubkal con Hamid, es una persona maravillosa, cuida hasta el ultimo detalle en todo, con su gran profesionalidad hicimos una ruta inolvidable, con apenas experiencia ninguna conseguimos subir al techo de África del norte, el Toubkal con sus 4167 m, gracias a el y su equipo, todo bien organizado, comíamos de lujo durante toda la ruta, Lahcen es un buen cocinero, un chef 3 estrellas Michelin, recomiendo esta empresa para todos lo que quieren visitar Marruecos, gente muy profesional.

    • marruecosadventure –

      Gracias Marta por tu comentario, es un gran placer viajar con gente como vosotros. Me alegro mucho que os hayan gustado nuestros servicios, la satisfacción de nuestros clientes esta encima de todo , debemos estar a la altura de su confianza. nos veremos en el próximo viaje.saludos.

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