Tour Overview
Mount Toubkal, known locally as Jebel Toubkal, stands 13,671ft (4,167m) above sea level and commands superb panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains. This Moroccan trek is an energetic way to spend a long weekend with just three days in the mountains to approach, summit and descend the highest peak in North Africa. Passing through a Amazigh village we gain an insight into the life and traditions of these hardy and friendly mountain people. After our trek, we return to Marrakech to explore this vibrant, energetic city. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Start Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Hotel Gomassine (or similar)
The adventure begins in the imperial city of Marrakech. Depending on your arrival time, you may have the opportunity to independently explore this buzzing destination.
Accommodation: Hotel Gomassine (or similar)
Day 2 : Morning transfer to Imlil; short walk to Arroumd for lunch. Afternoon walk to Toubkal Base Camp refuge
Location: Mount Toubkal
Accommodation Name: Les Muflons Refuge (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We leave Marrakech after breakfast and drive to the village of Imlil. We continue on foot to Arroumd, another beautiful village, around an hour’s walk away. After lunch, we follow winding mule tracks for five hours, a stunning walk through the breath-taking mountain scenery of the valley of Ait Mizan. We may visit the Marabout of Sidi Chamharouch before continuing to Toubkal Base Camp (10,522ft/3,207m) for dinner.
Accommodation: Les Muflons Refuge (or similar)
Drive time: 1hr 30min
Day 3 : Early ascent of Toubkal, return to the refuge for lunch and continue to Arroumd
Location: Mount Toubkal
Accommodation Name: Hotel Aremd (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We start at 4am for our Toubkal ascent, walking over rocky paths as there is less vegetation at this altitude. There are long sections of scree, where the climb becomes challenging due to the loose rock. Once we pass the 13,125ft (4,000m) point, we can enjoy magnificent panoramas across the tranquil valleys and lower summits of the High Atlas range. The achievement of standing on the summit is unforgettable and the views from the summit are magnificent. To the north we can see the fertile plains of the Magreb and Marrakech, and to the south, the wild, rugged landscape of the pre-Sahara. All around us are the many jagged peaks of the High Atlas stretching into the distance.
We descend to the refuge for lunch, then continue our descent to Arroumd and our gite for the night. This is a long but extremely rewarding day of walking.
Accommodation: Hotel Aremd (or similar)
Day 4 : Short walk to Imlil; return to Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Accommodation Name: Hotel Gomassine (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
The short walk down to Imlil is followed by the drive back to Marrakech. You now have free time to take in the main city sights. Exploring the vibrant Djemaa el Fna square and the souk are a must for serious bargaining for souvenirs. Your Tour Leader will happily help you plan your time in Marrakech.
Accommodation: Hotel Gomassine (or similar)
Drive time: 1hr 30min
Day 5 : End Marrakech
Location: Marrakech
Meals Included: Breakfast
The tour ends after breakfast. If you’d like a little more time to explore Marrakech, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.
What's Included
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All breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners included
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All accommodation
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Tour leader throughout
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Free arrival and departure transfers for everyone
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Crampons if needed
What's Not Included
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Travel insurance
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Visas and vaccinations
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Single supplement
Food
All breakfasts, two lunches and two dinners are included.
Moroccan food is, generally speaking, excellent, though not particularly varied. Breakfasts usually consist of porridge, bread and jam with coffee or tea. Where meals are not included budget for the following approximate prices.
Lunches: 60-100 dirhams (US$6-US$10)
Dinners:
In cities: 80-200 dirhams (US$8-US$19)
In small towns and villages: 60-100 dirhams (US$6-US$10)
Soft drinks in restaurants: 10-20 dirhams (US$1-US$1.90)
Alcohol: Beer 30-50 dirhams (US$2.85-US$5)
Wine: 150 dirhams (US$14) and more
Vegetarians can be catered for but there is a fairly limited choice of vegetarian cous cous, tajine or omelettes. This is particularly the case during the more rural sections of the trip. Please note that if you have any special dietary requirements you should inform us before the trip. If you have a specific medical/dietary requirements (eg coeliac or vegan) you may find it helpful to bring some food with you from home.
We encourage you to bring water bottles and a means of purifying, filtering or sterilising water (see packing section) to drink from cool mountain streams. Bottles of water are available but we strongly discourage buying these as it contributes to plastic waste.
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Accommodation
The accommodation on this trip includes two nights at a hotel in Marrakech, one night in a mountain refuge and one night in a gite. Below are the properties typically used.
Marrakech: Hotel Gomassine (nights 1 and 4)
Our adventure begins and ends at Hotel Gomassine in the Guéliz neighbourhood of Marrakech. The hotel itself has a small pool with sun loungers, plus there are plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants nearby. If, upon arrival, you need to pick up anything for the days ahead, the Carre Eden mall is a five-minute walk away, where you’ll find international shops and a Carrefour Gourmet supermarket.
Mount Toubkal: Les Mouflons Refuge (night 2)
One night is in the Toubkal refuge, which has shared facilities. Rooms are dormitory-style and there is a small shop selling snacks and soft drinks. There are showers, although the water is rarely warm so be prepared for a cold shower.
Aroumd: Hotel Aremd (night 3)
We also spend one night at Hotel Aremd, a gite (guesthouse) near the small village of Imlil. This family-run property has shared bedrooms and shared bathrooms, plus a lovely terrace with views of the Atlas Mountains.
Worth knowing
Single rooms are only available at Hotel Gomassine in Marrakech.
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Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Minimum 16 year pessanger and above can go on this tour.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
No visa required by British passport holders.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
3 star hotel
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What is the maximum group size?
16
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
There are no mandatory vaccination requirements. Recommended vaccinations are: Tetanus, Typhoid and Hepatitis A.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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Exodus Adventure Travels requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of exodus adventure travels charges.
Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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Mt Toubkal Long Weekend
5 Days Starting and ending in Marrakech
Visiting: Marrakech, Mount Toubkal
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TMY
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
4 - 16
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Active, Adventure Tours, Small Group, Walking Hiking and Trekking
