Hike Mount Toubkal
Highlights
- Summiting Mount Toubkal
- Scenic High Mountain Valleys
- Cultural Encounters in Berber Villages
- Trekking Through Diverse Terrain
- Majestic Views of the Atlas Mountains
- Spa treatment
Set out on an unforgettable odyssey to absorb the essence of local culture, nestled in cozy traditional guesthouses amidst cascading waterfalls, aromatic juniper forests, and a revered Muslim pilgrimage site. Your journey crescendos with a thrilling dawn ascent across rocky terrain, culminating atop the majestic “roof of North Africa” at 4,167 meters. Behold a breathtaking panorama spanning from the Sahara Desert to the Atlantic coast—a reward worthy of the arduous climb. Bookending this epic expedition is a luxurious retreat in Marrakech, offering indulgent hammam rituals and a tranquil courtyard pool. This adventure seamlessly blends triumph with decadence—a fitting celebration of your remarkable feat.
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day-1 ○ Marrakech
Welcome to Marrakech! Your private transfer awaits to take you to your garden hotel near the bustling souks. Explore iconic sites like the Jardin Majorelle and Ali ben Youssef Medersa before meeting your group at 6pm for a culinary adventure in Djemaa El Fna Square.
Meals
Breakfast
accomodation type
boutique_hotel
Day-2 ○ INTO THE ATLAS
Today’s adventure begins at 8am with a scenic two-hour drive to Imlil village, the starting point for Mount Toubkal at 1,740 meters. After a brief hike to Aroumd village for lunch at 2,000 meters, you’ll traverse the Ait Mizane floodplain. The next leg is a challenging yet stunning seven-hour trek, ascending 1,207 meters through zigzagging switchbacks and sun-kissed mule trails amid rugged terrain. Reach the cozy but modest guesthouse at Neltner, nestled at 3,207 meters between majestic peaks. Enjoy a hearty home-cooked dinner before resting for an early start tomorrow, when the summit awaits.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
accomodation type
Day-3 ○ SUMMIT IN THE SKIES
At dawn, prepare for a ten-hour trek to the summit. Navigate steep scree fields with caution as you ascend, mindful of the increasing altitude. After four hours, reach a wide plateau—the legendary roof of North Africa—at 4,167 meters, offering panoramic views of the Atlantic coast to the west and the shimmering Sahara plains to the east, with the silhouette of the extinct volcano Siroua to the south. Celebrate your achievement with an outdoor breakfast before embarking on a four-hour descent back to Neltner for lunch. Arrive in the charming Berber village of Imlil by dusk, completing your epic journey.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
accomodation type
guest_house
Day-4 ○ MEDINA- HAMMAM RELAXATION
With the challenging ascent behind you, indulge in some well-deserved pampering. After breakfast, enjoy a 90-minute journey back to Marrakech and your luxurious oasis hotel. Treat yourself to a traditional hammam experience, immersing in a purifying body ritual with Argan oil body milk and steam baths—a quintessential Moroccan tradition. As dusk falls, venture out for a memorable farewell dinner, strolling through the enchanting Djemaa El Fna square, alive with fire dancers and twinkling lights.
Meals
Breakfast
accomodation type
boutique_hotel
Day-5 ○ AU REVOIR MOROCCO
Congrats on completing your adventure! we will Arrange airport transfer or extend the fun with sunset camel rides and luxury glamping in our longer Morocco adventure.
Meals
Breakfast
accomodation type
luxury_riad
Travel days
Day-1 ○ Marrakech
Day-2 ○ INTO THE ATLAS
Day-3 ○ SUMMIT IN THE SKIES
Day-4 ○ MEDINA- HAMMAM RELAXATION
Day-5 ○ AU REVOIR MOROCCO
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