Climb Jebel Toubkal

Overview

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech-Imlil-Lepiney Mountain refuge

Transfer Marrakech to Imlil and Trek Imlil 1740m to Lepiney Refuge 3000m

Day 2: Lepiney Mountain Refuge-Aguelzim pass-Toubkal Refuge

Trek up from Lepiney refuge to Aguelzim pass 3560m and descent to Toubkal Refuge 3200m

Day 3: Toubkal Refuge-Jebel Toubkal-Imlil-Marrakech

Summit Jebel Toubkal 4167m, descend to Imlil and transfer to Marrakech

Full Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – Imlil – Lepiney Mountain Refuge (3,000m)

After breakfast Our guide will join in your accommodation in Marrakech, you  will be picked up, after the  driver will take you to the starting point of your trek at Imlil (1,780m) where you will meet your cook and muleteer (about 1 ½ hour’s drive). Once you have loaded up the mules, you will begin your trek, which starts with a fairly stiff climb out of the Imlil valley, up to the Tizi n Mzik pass (2,489m), which offers dramatic mountain views. From here, the trail descends down into the spectacular Azzadene valley, known locally as the valley of color. You will pass the summer village of Azib n’Tansoult and the pretty D’Ighouliden waterfalls, which flow year round before continuing to the Lepiney mountain refuge (3,000m) where you will be spending the night.

Approx. 6 hours walking (1,220m ascent)
Meals included: Lunch | Dinner

Day 2: Lepiney Mountain Refuge – Aguelzim Pass (3,560m) – Toubkal Refuge

This day you will embark on a fairly stiff climb out of the Azzadene Valley, heading towards the Toubkal Refuge where you will be spending the night. On the way you will pass back via the D’Ighoulidene waterfalls before climbing the Aguelzim Mountain pass (3,560m). Lunch will be taken in a spot with panoramic views over the Atlas Mountain Range. After taking in the scenery you’ll begin a descent to the Toubkal Mountain Refuge (Neltner Hut) at 3,200m. The dorms at the refuge tend to be crowded with other trekkers aiming to tackle Toubkal early next morning so in the summer and when the weather allows we typically camp at the Refuge.

Approx. 7 hours walking (600m ascent & 443m descent)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 3: Toubkal Refuge – Toubkal Summit (4,167m) – Imlil–Transfer to Marrakech

Today you will be up early for the ascent of Jebel Toubkal (4,167m). It’s a challenging trek to the summit, but, weather permitting; you will be rewarded for your efforts with incredible views over the Atlas Range and the Sahara Desert. After the glory of the summit, you will retrace your steps to the Toubkal Mountain Refuge and then follow the well-trodden path back to Imlil, passing the holy Muslim site of Sidi Chamharouch. Once you arrive in Imlil, you will be transported back to Marrakech, arriving in the early evening.

Approx. 10-12 hours walking (960m ascent & 2,427m descent)
Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Highlights

An impressive walk in the accidental high Atlas
Explore the beauty of The Azzaden Valley
Taste the delicious local cuisine
Camp in a great outdoors
Summit the spectacular North Africa’s highest peak (Mt. Toubkal 4167m)
Enjoy superb views on Aguelzim Pass and on Toubkal peak

Inclusions & exclusions

Inclusions

• Private transfers to and from your accommodation in Marrakech
• English speaking mountain guide
• Cook services, all meals on trek and bottled water
• Mules to carry your kit bags
• Accommodation in Mountain refuges or camping

Exclusions

• Soft and Alcoholic Beverages
• Individual Transfers; Any Deviations from the Scheduled Program.
• Travel Insurance
• Any Other Items of a Purely Personal Nature
• Tips