Mount Toubkal Weekend Trek
Experience Overview
If you're a weekend warrior looking to climb the tallest peak in northern Africa in a little amount of time, well, look no further. Starting from the village of Imlil, you’ll make the epic trek to Mt Toubkal rocky summit and back over two days of exhilarating hiking and jaw-dropping views. Challenging yet so freakin’ rewarding, this active adventure will have your heart pumping, your legs burning, and your heart yearning for even more Morocco.
Highlights
- Conquer Mt Toubkal over a long weekend
- Soak in the incredible views over the Atlas Mountains
- Trek to and from the village of Imlil with mules and herdsmen
Trip Details
Product Code: 1941
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private vehicle, walking/trekking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: DCTW
Starts: Marrakech, Morocco
Finishes: Marrakech, Morocco
Duration: 4 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Challenging
Includes
Activities
- Challenging mountain hikes to summit Mount Toubkal (2 days)
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotel (2 nts, possibly multi-share), mountain refuges/ tented camps (1 nt, multipshare).
- 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
- Private vehicle, walking/trekking.
Group Leader
- Qualified IML (International Mountain Leader) as CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $411 ($103 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech/Imlil
Arrival Day. Please arrive at the meeting point no later than 2:30PM before your departure to Imlil.
Enjoy a brief welcome meeting with the group before transferring by bus to Imlil, our base for the trek and a major trekking hub in the High Atlas. Following a one-hour hike to your accommodation, the team cooks will prepare a delicious meal for dinner.
Day 2: Trek from Imlil to Toubkal Refuge
Head into the craggy peaks and valleys of Toubkal massif today on foot. The trek will take around five to six hours and the altitude will make it feel a little bit hard, but the trip up will be worth it for the captivating views of the Moroccan countryside.
You'll be able to see the small villages clinging to the surrounding hills and the valley of the Oued Rhirhaia seeming to fold out forever towards the horizon. You'll begin the trek at 1740m and climb to the camp at 3206m. Food tonight will be provided by Berber cooks before we set up our tents and camp at the base of Toubkal with beautiful views of the valley.
Day 3: Summit of Mount Toubkal - Imlil
The group will make the attempt to summit Mount Toubkal starting early this morning after a hearty breakfast. The peak sits at 4167m and will take between three and five hours to complete. As challenging as the climb will be you will be rewarded with some of the most breathtaking scenery in all of Morocco displayed below you. This is the highest peak in Northern Africa, you'll be able to see the Marrakech Plain all the way to the High Atlas in the north and the Sahara in the south. After the climb, descend all the way back down to Imlil for the night.
Travel back to the town of Imlil for a total hike of 19km. While it will be easier to hike down the whole hike will take between 11 and 12 hours making for a very long day. When you arrive to Imlil enjoy free time to grab a delicious meal before getting some well deserved rest.
Day 4: Imlil/Marrakech
After breakfast transfer back to Marrakech, arriving around 12pm. The tour ends on arrival to the airport or at the Marrakech hotel for those have booked post-tour nights.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Lucy N. - Traveled, September 2023
Authentic local guides, support of the communities being visited.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/11/2023
Andrea S. - Traveled, September 2023
The response from G Adventures staff when we experienced an earthquake was amazing.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/11/2023
James W. - Traveled, September 2023
G Adventures provides a trekker/traveler style of travel, as opposed to a slow, pampered tourist style seen with other tours.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/11/2023
Charles H. - Traveled, August 2023
Great trio overall
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2023
Jonathan C. - Traveled, August 2023
High quality guide and accommodation
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2023
Scott C. - Traveled, August 2023
This is my third trip with G. They make travelling and seeing the world not only achievable but easy. Everything is planned out and all you need to do is turn up.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2023
Sarah C. - Traveled, August 2023
Always feel safe, nice group sizes, great food standards and well paced itineraries
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2023
Mark M. - Traveled, August 2023
The CEO was able to take into account the different fitness levels of the group. They were also able to make everyone feel included
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2023
David C. - Traveled, August 2023
Your guide, and the support team, provide a faultless experience. And the pre-departure information was superb.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2023
Zayn S. - Traveled, August 2023
I had a really positive experience and have never done anything like it. Was a great trip and me and my group were lucky to have Rachid as a CEO.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2023
Carolyn M. - Traveled, July 2023
I've always had good experiences with G (this was my 4th trip).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/07/2023
David J S. - Traveled, July 2023
The experience was well-organized. Communication between various individuals (trip leader, transport, hotel staff, etc.) was strong and proactive.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/31/2023
Abigail W. - Traveled, July 2023
Allows you to do things that wouldn't be possible (or certainly easy) without the work of the G Adventures CEO and supporting team. Take you to amazing places and deliver amazing service
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/31/2023
Marius H. - Traveled, June 2023
Superb route, with outstanding guide, always very helpful, informed and took really good care of us!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/10/2023
Scott C. - Traveled, August 2023
This is my third trip with G. They make travelling and seeing the world not only achievable but easy. Everything is planned out and all you need to do is turn up.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2023
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