Morocco
The Atlas Mountains span 2500 km across northern Africa. The range's highest peaks however can be found in Morocco culminating in the highest of all, Jebal Toubkal at 4167m. Starting in the city of Marrakesh, with its small alley ways, beautiful palaces, souqs and exquisite architecture. From Marrakesh we head south toward the High Atlas mountain range to start our 8-day trek. Our accommodation throughout will mostly be tents as we make camp at higher and higher altitudes before our ultimate ascent of Toubkal. We will also ascend several high passes of well over 3500m, providing us with superb views of the landscape below.
Overview
• 11-Day Trip
• Trek to Morocco’s highest peak Jebal Toubkal 4167m
• Explore Marrakesh with its wonderful palaces and souqs
• Trek through tradition Berber villages
• Sleep in the wild High Atlas with its snow-capped peaks above
Example Trip Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival to Marrakech and transfer to hotel. Free time to visit the city. In the evening your guide will have a briefing with you about the trip.
Day 2
Rest day in Marrakech to visit the city.
Day 3
5-6 hours - 14km - 970m ascent - 300m descent
Transfer to Imlil (1 hour 30 minutes) and start of the trek.
Imlil (1,740m) to Tizi n'Tamartet pass (2,280m) to Ouaneskra (1,990m)
Tacheddirt (2,310m) to Azib Amguedoul (2,430m)
Overnight in tent.
Day 4
5-6 hours - 10.5kms - 1,150m ascent - 950m descent
Azib Amguedoul (2,430m) to Tizi Likemt pass (3,560m) to Azib Likemt (2,610m).
Overnight in tent.
Day 5
7-8 hours - 14km - 1,400m ascent - 1,200m descent
Azib Likemt (2,610m) to Adrar Iferouane (3,996m) to Azib Iferouane (2,900m)
Overnight in tent.
Day 6
5-6 hours - 12km - 950m ascent - 300m descent
Azib Iferouane (2,900m) to Tizi n'Ououraine pass (3,120m) to Amzouart (1,824m) to Lake Ifni (2,322m).
Overnight in tent.
Day 7
6-7 hours - 11km - 1,375m ascent - 470m descent
Lake Ifni (2,322m) to Tizi n'Ouanoums pass (3,675m) to Refuge Mouflons (3,207m).
Overnight in refuge.
Day 8
5-6 hours - 8km - 960m ascent - 960m descent
Refuge Mouflons (3,207m) to Toubkal summit (4,167m) to Refuge Mouflons (3,207m).
Overnight in refuge.
Day 9
6-7 hours - 12km - 650m ascent - 1,587m descent
Refuge Mouflons (3,207m) to Tizi N’Tadat pass (3,837m) (via Tazaghart) to Ighoulide waterfall to Refuge Azib Tamsoult (2,250m).
Overnight in refuge.
Day 10
4-5 hours - 10km - 380m ascent - 1,052m descent
Refuge Azib Tamsoult (2,250m) to Tizi n’Mzik pass (2,489m) to Imlil (1,740m)
Transfer to Marrakech (1h 30min) and free evening.
Day 11
Transfer to your next destination / or some of us are staying an extra night. (tour or airport).
Prepare for your trip
Our training comprises of High Altitude, Trekking, Strength & Core Sessions. We spend the majority of our time training in the altitude chamber, slowing increasing the altitude and acclimatising over a number of sessions with the last few sessions getting up to around 5000m. Our treks see us out and about hiking through the Dandenongs, Macedon Ranges and some urban walks with solid hills! Along with Altitude and Trekking we focus on strengthening our legs & core – the ultimate tool for preparing you for carrying your packs on your hike.