Climb Mount Toubkal

Degree of difficulty

• Considered a moderately difficult challenge, a successful expedition requires participants to be in good physical condition with experience of walking for up to six hours a day for numerous consecutive days. 
• Mental stamina and endurance are required, as the terrain can be tough, and perseverance will be needed at times. 
• Whilst it is not a technical climb, good preparation and training will maximise your enjoyment of the adventure and increase the chances of success.

Moroccan Menus

• This trip is presented on a full board basis and during the trek a cook will be present to prepare all meals. 
• Breakfast will consist of tea and coffee, bread, jam, cheese, cornflakes and hot porridge.
• A typical lunch would be salad with fresh vegetables, corn, boiled eggs, tuna and rice or pasta. 
• Evening meals will make use of locally sourced ingredients and be of a traditional Moroccan style. Ordinarily, there will be a soup starter, followed by a tagine or stew with salad and cous cous. 
• Meals are not included whilst in Marrakesh, but there are plentiful eating options in the city.
• Drinks are not included in the trip. Adventurers should bring a water purification filter and at least two water bottles or flasks. During the trek, water can be refilled at natural springs, in villages and at hotels/refuges.

ACCOMMODATION in Morocco

• In Marrakesh, a comfortable 4* hotel is provided, with en suite double or twin rooms. 
• In Aremd, the accommodation will be in the style of a local house with dormitories and a shared bathroom. 
• Whilst trekking, 3-man tents with individual foam mattresses are provided, to be shared by two participants. A mess tent is set up for use at meal times and as a communal area. Participants will be required to pitch their own tent at the end of each day. 
• Basic facilities whilst camping will include a toilet tent and a wash tent. These are very rudimentary facilities, the toilet tent will simply cover a hole in the ground, whilst the wash tent will contain a basin and cold water. 

Season

• Jan
• Feb
• Mar
• Apr
• May
• Jun
• Jul
• Aug
• Sep
• Oct
• Nov
• Dec

Meeting point

Marrakesh Menara Airport
Marrakech
40000
Morocco

Getting to Morocco

• Fly to Marrakesh Menara Airport, well connected from many UK and European airports. 
• Two transfer times are available from the airport at 1730 and 1930. Participants should try to ensure that their flight arrival times are suitable for these transfers if possible. 
• Representatives will meet participants at the airport to direct them to the transfer.
• Transfers to the airport for departure will leave the hotel in Marrakesh at 0700 and 1200. 

Itinerary

• Day 1 | Arrival in Marrakesh

  Fly to Marrakesh, and take a transfer to the hotel. 

• Day 2 | Marrakesh to Tachedirt

  Morning briefing, to meet with guides and the group. Transfer from Marrakesh to Oukaimedem. Meet with mule drivers, take lunch and prepare gear. Clim to Tizi n'Eddi at 2980m to find great views of the Imane valley. Descent to the village of Tachedirt to set up camp at Fousaou.

• Day 3 | Tachedirt to Azib Likemt

  Morning ascent to Tizi n'Likemt at 3550m, before descending to the village of Azib Likemt, continuing to the foot of Tizi n'Ourai to set up camp. 

• Day 4 | Tizi n'Ourai to Lac d'Ifni

  Climb the Tizi n'Ourai col at 3109m before a tough descent to the village of Amsouzart. Climbing to the Lac d'Ifni at 2312m to pitch camp for the night. 

• Day 5 | Lac d'Ifni to Nelter Refuge

  A day of gorges and technical paths to climb to Tizi n'Ouanoums at 3600m. Camp is pitched at the Nelter Refuge, the main basecamp for summit bids.

• Day 6 | Ascent of Mount Toubkhal

  An early start, leaving camp around 0500. The ascent takes a rocky route to arrive at the South Cwm, before continuing up scree slopes to meet the summit ridge at 3940m. Following the crest of the ridge, arrive at the summit of Mount Toubkhal at 4167m above sea level. After drinking in the views and time for photographs, it's a long descent along the north side of the mountain to the village of Aremd. 

• Day 7 | Aremd to Marrakesh

  Morning hike to the village of Imlil to take a transfer to Marrakesh. Rest of the day free to explore this compelling city. Tours can be arranged upon request.

• Day 8 | Departure

  Transfer to the airport to start the journey home. 

Included

• Airport transfers
• A qualified English-speaking mountain guide
• All transportation
• All accommodation
• Tents and mattresses
• 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners

What's not included

• Flights and Visas
• Drinks during the day or at meal times
• Tips
• Travel Insurance

This trip takes responsibility seriously and ‘goes the extra mile’ to ensure that your presence in this country is entirely positive.

Central to this is

• Caring for the crew
• Caring for the local environment
• Caring for the local communities

All guides and partners are hand picked to ensure that every aspect of your trip operates to the highest standard and reflect the strong values, ethics and joy of travel.

This commitment to Responsible Travel is mutually beneficial without compromising the countries and communities touched or the depth and uniqueness of your adventure.

Key values of this trip

• Leave nothing behind
• We’re the visitors, let’s be respectful at all times
• Deliver a breathtaking experience
• Let’s benefit local communities and environments

Let’s help keep these wonderful places precious.

Porters and crew

All crew are paid proper wages and are treated with respect and dignity. This trip with IMEC, IPPG and KPAP, all not-for-profit organisations that focus on improving the working conditions of porters.

Friends of Conservation

Travellers are given the opportunity to mitigate some of the environmental impacts of flying by supporting community and conservation initiatives.

Travellers Against Plastic

This trip is a proud supporter of the Leave No Trace and Travellers Against Plastic campaigns, which help educate travellers on the impact of travel and provide practical guidance for enjoying the outdoors responsibly.

Costs

We had a fantastic trip, guided by Lahcen throughout. He was highly professional and always attentive to our individual preferences. He worked extremely hard to make sure each member of the team had an amazing experience. I would love to do another trek in Morocco and wouldn’t hesitate to go with Lahcen again. He was also very encouraging during the challenging parts of the climb and ensured we were safe at all times. The assistant guide, Mohammed, was also great as was the cook Hussain and the team of muleteers. | Jess