Jbel Toubkal - Summer Trek

If you're looking for an amazing experience and some adventure then our Atlas Mountains trek could be just for you! Five days trekking in Toubkal National Park, with an attempt on Jbel Toubkal (4167m) - the highest mountain in North Africa. At the end of the trek, we head to our luxury Riad in Marrakech for two days of relaxation and fine cuisine!

Our Toubkal Trek takes you on an incredible journey through the heart of the Atlas Mountains giving you the chance to experience all that Morocco has to offer. During the trek, you will walk over high passes, through stunning mountain scenery and experience the excellent hospitality of the local Berber people. You will also taste the most amazing Moroccan food, see the largest waterfalls in the park and make your attempt on two of the highest mountains in North Africa - Jbel Toubkal and Ras. It’s a fantastic experience and one you will never forget.  

Main trek highlights!

  • Fully supported expedition!
  • All meals are included while in the mountains.
  • Led by an experienced British leader and supported by local Moroccan staff.
  • Two days of relaxing in Marrakech at the end of the trek. 
  • Smaller group sizes for a better experience!
  • All airport transfers are included. 

Guest Houses

In Imlil we use our favourite guest house right by the riverside. Rooms are on a shared basis with private bathrooms and WIFI. Rooms also have heating and bedding. 

Mountain Refuges

Mountain refuges are basic but offer a comfortable base for our summit attempts. Rooms are bunk rooms with heating and basic facilities and western toilets. 

Marrakech

We end our trek at our Boutique Riad in Marrakech with rooms on a twin/double basis. Twin rooms are standard, doubles are available for couples. The Riad is stunning with air-conditioning, a fridge, TV, WIFI and a stunning rooftop terrace so you can soak up some sunshine before we return to the UK.

Dorms and Shared Rooms

Riads and Guest Houses are twin rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Clients will be matched by our team to make sure you get the right person during your trek. To ensure your comfort and safety we will discuss our pairings with solo travellers and we also have a single supplement fee for those looking for some personal space in our Riads, this is not available for mountain huts or bunk accommodation. 

Day 1 - Arrive in Marrakech and transfer to our Guest House in Imlil at the foot of the Atlas Mountains.

Day 2 - Breakfast in the courtyard then head out for an easy walk. This day is relaxed and all about getting used to the terrain before the treks begins tomorrow.

Day 3 - Trek the Tizi M'zik Pass over to the Tamsoult Refuge where we overnight in the bunkhouse. 

Day 4 - Trek Tizi Agulezim and the famous "Zig Zags", this is a tough day taking us up to 3800m to help acclimatisation. Overnight at the Toubkal Refuge.

Day 5 - Relaxation day to rest the body and get lots of sleep. We will aim to go for a walk, for those feeling fit we may trek to a local peak. 

Day 6 - Summit Day! We start early at around 4 am and ascend the first part of the route with headtorches. We aim to summit no later than midday and then back to the refuge for late lunch. Back to Marrakech in the evening.

Day 7 - Rest day in Marrakech with a late start, tasty breakfast and some rest time on the roof terrace in the sun. Evening meal at our favourite restaurant in the Medina to celebrate the trek's success. 

Day 8 - End of the trek, after breakfast our minibus will transfer everybody to the airport for their return flights home. 

  • Airport transfers and transport during the trek.
  • All accommodation - Guest house, dorms and riads
  • British Trek Leader
  • Local Guide and porter team
  • All food in the mountains
  • 1:4 Guide ratio for summit day
  • Amazing local cuisine
  • Coffee, tea and cakes every day
  • Experienced trek leaders and guides
  • Protected payments in line with Package Travel Regulations

PACKAGE TRAVEL COMPLIANT

The Mountaineering Company is a Package Travel Compliant business guaranteeing your money is protected from start to finish.

MOROCCO EXPERTS

We have been leading treks in Morocco since 2015 and have the very best guides leading this trek.

TMC UK GUIDES

This trek is guided by a UK Expedition Leader and supported by a highly experienced Moroccan team of Guides, Cooks and Muleteers.

Dates

  • START DATE 21-06-2025 END DATE 28-06-2025 SPACE Guaranteed PRICE£750.00 book now
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Ability Level

To join this trek you need a good level of fitness and the ability to walk in the mountains over a number of days. You don't need to be super fit but the ability to walk in the mountains at altitude will ensure your best shot at the summit of Toubkal, the highest peak on the trek. 

H4 Skill Level
Walking and Scrambling Skills

Good level of fitness and the ability to walk for multiple days in the mountains.

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