Description
A 75 KM south of the red city of Marrakech situated Toubkal with its highest point in North Africa (4167 m) has a alpine terrain. Cultivated and terraced fields on a tall, narrow valleys, villages stone consequence of the harsh climate here reflect the hard struggle of man against nature. This six-day trek in the Toubkal mountain will allow us to discover the Berber villages with DiscoveryMarrakechTours
ITINERARY
This trip is for 3 days from Marrakech and back to Marrakech and you will have option to extend your holiday in the Atlas Mountains as long as you want.
Pre-Trek Briefing:
Experience the local lifestyle of the crossed villages, also climb the Toubkal Peaks, and finally reach Marrakech.
Day 1: Marrakech – Imlil 1740m – Tizi Mzik pass 2479m – Red Valley – Tamsoult Refuge 2550m
After breakfast in Marrakech, pick up & drive towards the high Atlas Mountains via Tahnnaout, Oued Ghighaya & Asni, enjoy the stunning view of the villages along the valley . Arrival to Imlil (65km from Marrakech), meet the guide & multeer and then start the trek & climb Tizi Mzik pass (2479m), spectacular view over Imlil valley & Toubkal Summit, continue to Tamsoulte to visit the highest waterfalls in the Atlas Mountains (100m of hight) through juniper forest, Overnight at the Refuge, 5hrs walking.
Day 2: Tamsoult Refuge 2550m – Aguelzim Pass (3650) – Toubkal Refuge 3207m
Today is an intense day, in which we significantly increase the average altitude of the trek. Ahead of us we have the demanding ascent to the Aguelzim pass at 3450 m. The ascent is long but progressive. Once on the pass we will be able to admire the summit of Toubkal. We then descend towards the Toubkal base camp, at 3200 m. Walking time: 6h30
Day 3: Toubkal Refuge 3207m – Toubkal summit 4167m – Imlil 1740m – Marrakech
Up early for the climb up Toubkal (4,167 m) from where, clouds allowing, you will have wonderful views over the Atlas range and the Sahara desert. T hen a long way back down past the refuge and the well-worn path back to Imlil. This is a fairly long day with 8-9 hours of trekking, involving 900m up then almost 2,500 m back down to Imlil. You will normally be dropped off at around 5.00 pm in Marrakech.
COST INCLUDE/EXCLUDE
What is Included
- Transfers from and to your hotel
- English, French speaking Berber tour leader
- Accommodation at the Refuges
- Mules to carry your luggage during days of the trek
- Kitchen equipment
- Cooking man who prepares all the meals during the trek
- All meals during your trek ( breakfast, lunch, dinner)
What is Not Included
- Soft drink ( water….)
- Personal travel insurance
EQUIPEMENT
What you need to bring ?
Good walking boots and socks
Comfortable shoes/slippers for camp/guesthouse
Trekking pants
Lightweight waterproof over-trousers / rain-pants
Underwear / Long johns / T-shirts
Fleece jacket or warm jumper
Lightweight windproof/waterproof jacket
Hat /Goggles (winter) and sunglasses (summer)
Lightweight thermal or fleece gloves
3 to 4 season sleeping bag
Walking stick
Day sack/backpack
Head torch / headlamp
Basic First Aid Kit – refer to trip dossier for details/p>
Ice axe and crampons (winter)
Water bottle or camel back (recommended)
Personal items (e.g. towel, sunscreen, wipes, toilet tissues, antibacterial handwash)
Small First Aid Kit including insect repellent, plasters, meds
Small rubbish bag to carry out what you carry in
Matches e.g. burn toilet paper
Trail snacks
Zip-Up bags for camera
Repair kit (eg. needle, thread, duct tap
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