Ascent in 3 days from Marrakech to the top of Toukbal, the highest peak in the north of the African continent. Climb safely with our guides who know the terrain and who will teach you all the culture and Berber villages at the foot of the mountain.
The Jbel Toubkal with its 4,167 meters is the highest mountain in North Africa, it is located in the Moroccan Western Atlas. Its ascent begins from the town of Imlil, located less than 1.5 hours by car from Marrakesh.
Everything and its height does not present major technical complications but we must consider the appropriate equipment depending on the time of year. During the winter and a good part of the spring, snow can be found from an elevation of 2,000 meters.
We will use mules to transport luggage, which will allow you to carry a personal backpack with little weight during the ascent.
At the foot of the mountain we have different villages of Berber culture, our local guides will introduce you to these friendly people and their customs.
Day 1
Pick up at the hotel in Marrakech. After your transfer from Marrakech to Imlil (1,780 m), we will start walking for about 6 hours from the Imlil valley to the Azzadene valley. On the way you will pass Tizi N’Mzik at 2450m, the refuge at Azib n’Tamsoult and the Ighouliden waterfalls. We will spend the night in Azib ‘n Tamsoult in a tent.
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day 2
Today involves quite a tough climb from the Azzadene valley to the Toubkal refuge over the Aguelzim mountain pass at 3560m. Lunch will be taken with spectacular views over the Atlas Mountains. We will spend the night in a tent near the Toubkal Refuge (Neltner Refuge). This day will help us get a good acclimatization.
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Day 3
Early in the morning we will summit Jebel Toukbal, the highest peak in North Africa. Your route ascends the south cirque, crossing the stream above the refuge. The walk is relatively easy, but the stony terrain and the altitude will make the march quite difficult in some sections. The views along the way make the trip worth it. At the top, you’ll see that the views of the landscape are breathtaking, from the Marrakech plain to the High Atlas in the north and as far south as the Anti-Atlas and the Sahara. We will begin the descent back to Imlil. Transfer back to Marrakech. About 9 to 10 hours walking. D/A
For trekking in the Atlas you need to prepare as you would for walking in any mountainous region; It can be warm and sunny during the day, but the weather in the mountains can change quickly from sun to snow and cold winds (fall to late spring).
We advise you to take the following courses before your trip to enjoy the experience to the fullest:
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