Toubkal stands 13,671ft (4,167m) tall, commanding superb views of the Atlas Mountains. On this classic Moroccan trek, which had a 99% summit success rate in 2024, we pass through impressive landscapes on well-defined paths; as we climb higher, the paths become steeper but the gain in altitude awards dramatic views towards Marrakech and the Anti-Atlas Mountains. Passing through remote villages and terraced fields, we gain an insight into the life of the friendly Amazigh people and finish with free time in the imperial city of Marrakech.
Please note: This is the updated seven-day version of our Mount Toubkal Climb itinerary.
Day 1: Start MarrakechThe adventure starts in Marrakech, a pulsating city nearly 1,000 years in the making. Depending on your arrival, there may be time to explore before our welcome meeting in the early evening.
Accommodation: Hotel Gomassine (or similar)
Day 2: Drive to Imi Oughlad; climb Tizi N’Tacht Pass and descend into the Azzaden ValleyTransfer by minibus to Imi Oughlad after breakfast, a journey that takes us from the plains around Marrakech into the heart of the High Atlas range. After meeting our mules and muleteers, we start a five-hour walk, climbing up to the Tizi N’Tacht (6,560ft/2,000m) before descending into the Azzaden Valley, home to beautiful juniper forests. We camp on the outskirts of a small village by the river.
Accommodation: Full-service camping
Drive time: 1hr 30min
Day 3: Walk through Amazigh villages and spectacular mountain scenery, including the Ighoulidem waterfallEnjoy a full day walking on the northern slope of Toubkal. We travel through Azib Tamsoult and the Irhouliden cascade before arriving at our camp for the night, which sits at L’Azib N-Tzikarte (8,860ft/2,700m).
Accommodation: Full-service camping
Day 4: Ascend the Aguelzim Pass and enjoy superb views of the Toubkal Massif before walking down to basecampWe cross the Aguelzim Pass (11,645ft/3,550m) today, the climb is quite steep but once at the top we can enjoy panoramic views of the Toubkal Massif and towards the plains that surround Marrakech. We then descend to Toubkal Base Camp and either enjoy a three-hour optional climb to the summit of Ouanoums (11,975ft/3,650m) or simply relax. The busy refuge, which sits at 10,522ft (3,207m), was constructed by Club Alpin Française in 2000. We camp in the grounds but can still benefit from the facilities, including showers, a small shop and lounge.
Accommodation: Toubkal Base Camp (full-service camping)
Day 5: Early ascent of Toubkal; free afternoon to relax at basecampWe make an early start from basecamp for the ascent of Mount Toubkal, climbing steeply through scree before traversing the southern ridge to reach the summit at 13,671ft (4,167m). After enjoying magnificent panoramas, we descend to basecamp. We have the rest of the afternoon free to reflect on our achievement.
Accommodation: Toubkal Base Camp (full-service camping)
Day 6: Descend to the village of AroumdWe leave basecamp to walk down to the village of Aroumd (6,247ft/1,904m) and continue hiking back to Imlil where we meet our vehicle for the drive back to Marrakech.
Drive time: 1hr 30min
Accommodation: Hotel Gomassine (or similar)
Day 7: End MarrakechOur adventure ends after breakfast. But if you’d like a little more time in Marrakech, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay.
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