Trekking to Toubkal Summit 4,167 m

TOUBKAL MT IMLIL VILLAGE TOUBKAL SUMMIT GITE IN TOUBKAL TREK ROUTE NATURE VIEWS LOCAL WOMEN VILLAGE IN TOUBKAL

Descripción

The Atlas Mountains are just a short drive from Marrakech, but a whole world away. Dramatic Mountain scenery, picturesque valleys and traditional remote villages make for superb treks, from pleasurable routes passing through the valleys and villages to challenging climbs on the peaks and high passes around Toubkal.

All of our treks are private and include professional transfers to and from Marrakech in modern safe vehicles, fully qualified Moroccan Mountain Guides, private cooks who prepare delicious full meals on the trail and mules to carry your kit.

Overview

This is the ultimate High Atlas trek, a 8 day circular trek in a broad circular route around Mount Toubkal. With a number of spectacular passes, stunning campsites and of course the summit of Toubkal to contend with, this isn’t a trek for the light hearted. The rewards are immense though, as you strike out into the wilderness from the relatively populated valleys around Imlil.

Thème : Trekking , Hiking , nature

Période : All Seasons
Start/End Point : Marrakech to Marrakech
Sequance of Spots: Marrakech , Imlil , Tacheddirt ,Tizi Likemt , Azib Likemt , Amsourzerte , Ifni Lake , Toubkal Summit , Marrakech

Altitude : 2314 m, 3555 m, 4167 m

Availability: Every day
Category of Accomodation: Hotel , Guest House & Camping Tents
Transportation: Private Transfer

The Atlas Mountain range runs through much of the length of Morocco, but is at its most spectacular around the trailhead town of Imlil, just 90 minutes drive from Marrakech. There are at least fifteen peaks above 3,800m in a concentrated area around Mount Toubkal, which itself is the highest peak in Northern Africa at 4,167m. The area is perfect for trekking with an expansive network of mule trails and traditional Berber Villages providing hospitality in simple village gites.

This 8 day / 7 night circular trek around Mount Toubkal includes the summit of Toubkal, but the real highlight is in getting away from the crowds into areas of mountain wilderness. Lake Ifni, a deep blue water lake at an altitude of 2,312m is the only lake in the mountains. Passes at Tizi Likemt (3555m), Tizi n’Ououraine (3,120m) and Tizi n'Ouanoums (3,664m) afford incredible views of the Toubkal massif and Ifni Dome. Stunning campsites on the shore of Lake Ifni and at the riverside in Tacheddirt provide peaceful resting spots whilst stays in Gites in traditional Berber Villages give you an insight into the Berber culture

Expected Accomodations :

Hotel les Etoils de Toubkal 3* or similar in Imlil

Camping and GITS in Mountains

Programa

Day 1 - Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco! transfer from the airport and drive to Imlil via Asni. Imlil is the principal trailhead for walkers and is a busy market town. Arriving to Your Hotel you will meet your guide for info and introductions, diner and over night in Imlil
Meals Included: Lunch and Dinner
Transport (where relevant): Private Transfer

DAY 2 TREK: Marrakech-Imlil-Tacheddirt (2314m)
after breakfast (9am) You’ll meet your guide and mule team in Imlil and set off along the valley towards Tacheddirt, some 8kms from Imlil. The trail climbs up the pass at Tizi n'Tamatert (2279m) and then down to the pretty village of Ouanesekra and then onto Tacheddirt (2314m) where you usually spend the night camping at the river-side.
Approx. 5-6 hours walking time (844m ascent & 150m descent)
Meals Included: Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

DAY 3 TREK: Tacheddirt – Tizi Likemt (3555m) - Azib Likemt
This morning starts with a long slow ascent across the valley and up to the pass at Tizi Likemt (3555m). It is fairly tough going with a long ascent and loose scree on the ground. From the pass, there is a fine view of Toubkal and its sister peaks. Then it is a long downhill descent to the village of Azib Likemt (2600m), where you camp for the night.
Approx. 5-6 hours walking time (1241m ascent & 955m descent)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

DAY 4 TREK: Azib Likemt - Tizi n' Ououraine (3120m) – Amsourzerte
Today is easier than the previous. The trek takes you through a variety of landscapes including more fantastic views of Toubkal and the Ifni Dome from Tizi n’Ououraine (3120m). The trail leads on towards Amsourzerte (1797m), arguably one of the nicest villages in the region, where you’ll spend the night in a simple village Gite.
Approx. 5-6 hours walking time (520m ascent & 955m descent)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Village Gite

DAY 5 TREK: Amsourzerte - Ifni Lake (2392m)
Heading West out of Amsourzerte, you pass through several small villages on your way towards Ifni Lake, the only lake in the High Atlas Mountains. The Lake is surrounded by towering peaks, scree and rubble and is a pleasant place to set camp and spend the afternoon relaxing at the shore.
Approx. 3-4 hours walking time (595m ascent)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

DAY 6 TREK : Ifni Lake - Nelter Hut (3207m)
Today is the hardest day, heading up a long steep path up a scree slope towards the pass at Tizi n'Ouanoums (3684m), a narrow ledge between two shafts of rock. From here it is a long zigzag descent down a precipitously steep scree slope to Nelter Hut, a mountain refuge where you’ll spend the night. The dorms at Neltner tend to be crowded with other trekkers aiming to tackle Toubkal early next morning so in the summer and when the weather allows we typically camp at the Refuge.
Approx. 5-6 hours walking time (815m ascent & 477m descent)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Mountain Refuge / Camping

DAY 7 TREK : Toubkal Refuge – Toubkal summit (4,167m)– Imlil - Marrakech
Today you will be up early for the ascent of Toubkal (4,167m). It’s a challenging trek to the summit, but, weather permitting, you will be rewarded for your efforts with incredible views over the Atlas Range and the Sahara Desert. After the glory of the summit, you will retrace your steps to the Toubkal Mountain Refuge and then follow the well-trodden path back to Imlil, passing the holy Muslim site of Sidi Charmmharouch. Once you arrive in Imlil, you will be transported back to Marrakech, arriving in the early evening.
Approx. 10-12 hours walking (960m ascent & 2427m descent)
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Marrakech
Transport (where relevant): Private Transfer

Day 8 - Departure
After Breakfast, Time to say Goodbye ; your Transfer will be at your service according to your flight times.Thank you for visiting our country

Incluido en el precio

What's Included
Arrival & Departure Private transfers from/to Marrakech Airport
7 Breakfasts,
7 Dinners
6 Lunches
5 Nights in camping and Guest Houses during the Trek
1 Night at 3* Hotel in Imlil
1 Night at 4* Hotel in Marrakech
German/English Speaking Mountain Guide services
1 Cook Man during the Trek
Mules to Carry laguages & camping équipements
Camping & sleeping équipements provided
Private Transfers to and From Imlil
24/7Assistance

No incluido en el precio

What's Excluded

Tipping (for hotel porters, hotel waiters, local guides, airport drivers, Berber Mules herders,)
Flights
Travel Insurance
Optional & aditional nights
Drinks you can purchase water in Imlil 50 Boatle at 10€
Personal Spending

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