Mount Toubkal Trek 2-Day from Marrakech: North Africa's Highest Peak
The scree fields at high altitude are boulder-strewn and relentless, but the summit plateau opens onto views in every direction.
A 2-day Mount Toubkal trek from Marrakech takes you from the Mizane Valley to North Africa's highest peak (4,167 meters) and back, with a professional mountain guide, all meals, and overnight accommodation at the refuge. Day one is a 5–6 hour hike to base camp. Day two starts before dawn for the summit attempt, crossing scree fields to reach the ridge and the panoramic views at the top. No climbing experience is required, and the operator arranges all equipment and dietary needs.
Step-by-step itinerary
Day 1: Drive and trek to Toubkal Refuge
- Drive from Marrakech to Imlil
- Trek along Mizane Valley to Aremd
- Stop at shrine of Sidi Chamarouch for lunch
- Continue hiking to Toubkal Refuge
- Overnight at Toubkal Refuge with meals
Day 2: Summit Toubkal and return to Marrakech
- Early trek to Jebel Toubkal summit
- Enjoy panoramic summit views and photos
- Hike down to base camp for lunch
- Walk down to Imlil village
- Drive back to Marrakech
What’s included
- Private transportation from Marrakech to Imlil and back.
- a professional mountain guide in English, Spanish or French.
- all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner).
- one night's accommodation at Toubkal Refuge in the Atlas Mountains.
- Every day 08:00
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Feel the Atlas wind on a guided 2-day Mount Toubkal trek from Marrakech, with all meals, refuge stay, and summit sunrise. Includes private transport & pickup.
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The experience
The drive south from Marrakech crosses the Haouz Plain and passes through Asni before the road climbs into the Toubkal Massif foothills. You leave the vehicle at Imlil and begin trekking along the Mizane Valley with your mountain guide, heading first toward Aremd and then to the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch, where you stop for lunch. The trail continues upward through the afternoon, and you reach Toubkal Refuge (3,207 meters) by evening. Dinner and overnight accommodation are provided at the refuge, so the logistics of the mountain are handled.
Day two starts early. You leave the refuge and climb toward the south cirque, crossing the stream above and then moving across one of the mountain's numerous scree fields: a seemingly endless carpet of boulders and rocks that makes the walking difficult despite being relatively straightforward. The altitude compounds the effort, but the views build as you crest the ridgeline and step onto the plateau. From there, a short walk brings you to the summit of Jebel Toubkal, where the vistas stretch in every direction. You have time to photograph the panorama before descending to base camp for lunch and then walking back down to Imlil village, where transport returns you to Marrakech.
Your guide speaks English, Spanish or French and is a professional mountain guide trained for the terrain and altitude. All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included throughout the trek. The operator can provide any equipment you need and will accommodate specific dietary requirements, so you arrive with only what fits in a day pack.
Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Infant (8 to 17 years). Children under 8 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
How long is the hike on day one from Imlil to the refuge?
Day one is a 5–6 hour trek from Imlil through the Mizane Valley, passing through Aremd and stopping at the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch for lunch before continuing up to Toubkal Refuge at 3,207 meters.
What is the highest point of Mount Toubkal?
The summit of Jebel Toubkal stands at 4,167 meters, making it North Africa's highest peak. You climb to it on day two and descend the same day after sunrise.
Do I need climbing experience or special fitness to do this trek?
No climbing experience is required. You do need at least a moderate level of physical fitness, as day two involves crossing scree fields and climbing to high altitude, which is demanding even without technical climbing skills.
What meals and accommodation are included?
All meals are provided: dinner and breakfast at Toubkal Refuge on night one, and breakfast and lunch on day two before you descend. You sleep one night at the refuge in the Atlas Mountains.
Can the operator provide equipment I don't have?
Yes. The operator can cater for any equipment you need and will accommodate specific dietary requirements, so contact them with your needs when you book.
Operated by Omar Adventures. Explorevia does not run this tour: we compare it with similar options, and you book it with our booking partner.
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Mount Toubkal Trek 2-Day from Marrakech: North Africa's Highest Peak
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