GROUP 3-DAY TOUBKAL TREK: GUIDED IMLIL TREK

Climb to the summit of Mt Toubkal on this three-day trip into the wilderness, passing through some of the area's most stunning locations, including the Imlil valley, the Toubkal Massif, the Sidi Chamarouch shrine, and the peak of Jbel Toubkal.

HIGHLIGHTS FOR SHARED GROUP TOUBKAL SUMMIT 3 DAY TREK IN HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS:

Toubkal National Park is an easy-to-moderate hike. This fascinating three-day journey through the Berber towns and valleys of Imlil and Azzaden provides an excellent opportunity to interact with the Berbers.Suitable for families with children and the elderly, the path itself is pleasant for mule rides as well as strolling, passing through magnificent mountain passes and towns and providing an overview of a typical and authentic valley.

DAY 1: MARRAKECH – IMLIL (1740M) – TOUBKAL BASE CAMP (3207M)

Toubkal Treks are organized by Toubkal Experience. We offer a three-day Toubkal climb from Marrakech, beginning at 8 a.m. from your hotel and traveling south via gorges and high passes of the upper valleys to the Berber village of Imlil, which is positioned 5700 feet above sea level (1740m). You park your vehicle here and are greeted with a drink of mint tea at a staging house before continuing on a 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) tour to several Berber communities. You will stop for sightseeing in Armed and Sidi Chamharouchin villages in the Assif Ait Maizane Valley. The latter is adjacent to a beautiful waterfall and a little creek. Take a picnic in the shadow of the mighty Jbel Toubkal. At nearly 13,600 feet, it is the Maghreb's highest peak (4167m). Enjoy a picnic in the shade of the colossal Jbel Toubkal. It is the Maghreb's tallest mountain, towering at over 13,600 feet (4167m). The final section of the day leads you to the Toubkal base camp at an elevation of 10,500 feet (3207m).

DAY 2: TOUBKAL BASE CAMP – MT TOUBKAL – BASE CAMP TOUBKAL

Begin the day with a walk to the summit of Mt Toubkal, North Africa's highest peak, and then descend through the south circuit for a straightforward 2-3 hour descent down to the base camp. In the afternoon, make an easy ascent southeast to the head of the Assif Ait Maizane Valley and Tizi n O'unoums. When you are completed, you will return to your Toubkal base camp overnight hotel.

DAY 3: TOUBKAL BASE CAMP – IMLIL – MARRAKECH

Today you will climb Mt Toubkal once more, then return to camp for lunch before descending back down to Imlil for the pick-up and return to Marrakech. We appreciate your interest in joining us on a three-day trek to Toubkal from Marrakech with an established travel group. At the conclusion of the journey, we will transport you to your hotel in Imlil, Marrakech, or to the airport, bringing our Morocco Atlas climb to a close.

TOUBKAL TREK WITH TOUBKAL EXPERIENCE GUIDES:

Climb Africa's highest peak to test your mettle. Take a two-day walk to the summit of Toubkal; the two-day trip is more economical and provides more possibilities to experience the high Atlas and witness Berber life. At Imlil settlements and the Toubkal sanctuary, experience Berber hospitality. Our two-day trek up Mt Toubkal is one of the most popular trips available when visiting Morocco.

  LIST OF TREKKING EQUIPMENT (REQUIRED) FOR SHARED GROUP 3-DAY TOUBKAL TREK

Proper walking footwear and socks

Sleeping bag (three to four seasons); add a thermal liner in the winter.

Outerwear coated with fleece and waterproof outerwear (summer)

Numerous layers of clothing, a windproof jacket, a hat, and gloves (autumn-late spring)

Thermal underwear (autumn through late spring)

Goggles and sunglasses for winter (summer)

Cane de marcha (useful)

Personal care items, including a towel, sunscreen, wipes, and toilet paper

LIST OF TREKKING EQUIPMENT (REQUIRED) FOR SHARED GROUP 3-DAY TOUBKAL TREK

A compact first aid kit, complete with insect repellent, bandages, and medicines.

A little garbage bag is provided for disposing of the items you bring.

For instance, matches can be used to burn toilet paper.

For the day, a sack/backpack

Water bottle or camelback (recommended)

Flashlight/torch equipped with spare batteries, for example, a head torch

Blade of a knife (useful)

Suggestions for the path

Zippered bags for camera equipment and other small items.