7-Day Climb Morocco’s Mt Toubkal Itinerary

Embark on an exhilarating trek to the summit of the highest mountain in North Africa

During this traditional Moroccan hike—which in 2024 achieved a summit success rate of 99%—we follow clearly marked pathways through breathtaking scenery. The paths get steeper as we go up, but the dramatic views of Marrakech and the Anti-Atlas Mountains more than make up for it. We learn about the culture of the welcoming Amazigh people as we travel through their isolated villages and terraced farms, and we end our 7-Day Climb Morocco’s Mt Toubkal with some free time in Marrakech, the imperial capital of Morocco.

7-Day Climb Morocco’s Mt Toubkal Highlights

  • Day 1: Adventure starts in Marrakech
    Accommodation: Hotel Meriem (or similar)
    Meals included: Dinner
  • Day 2: Drive to Imi Oughlad; climb Tizi N’Tacht Pass and descend into the Azzaden Valley
    Distance: 11 km / 6.8 miles
    Accommodation: Full-service camping
    Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 3: Walk through Amazigh villages and spectacular mountain scenery, including the Ighoulidem waterfall
    Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
    Accommodation: Full-service camping
    Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 4: Ascend the Aguelzim Pass and enjoy superb views of the Toubkal Massif before walking down to basecamp
    Distance: 6 km / 3.7 miles
    Accommodation: Toubkal Base Camp (full-service camping)
    Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 5: Early ascent of Toubkal; free afternoon to relax at basecamp
    Distance: 11 km / 6.8 miles
    Accommodation: Toubkal Base Camp (full-service camping)
    Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Day 6: Descend to the village of Aroumd
    Distance: 9 km / 5.6 miles
    Accommodation: Hotel Meriem (or similar)
    Meals included: Breakfast
  • Day 7: Adventure ends in Marrakech
    Meals included: Breakfast

A Detailed 7-Day Climb Morocco’s Mt Toubkal Itinerary

Day 1: Adventure starts in Marrakech

But today is a laid-back day, so we can all come together and get settled.

When you arrive at the hotel, you will meet your tour guide and other travellers for the first time at approximately 6 o’clock in the evening. This is a great opportunity to get to know each other and hear about the exciting activities that lie ahead.

Over dinner, your tour guide will make sure you have a warm Moroccan welcome.

Accommodation: Hotel Meriem (or similar)
Meals included: Dinner

Day 2: Drive to Imi Oughlad; climb Tizi N’Tacht Pass and descend into the Azzaden Valley

The five-hour trek begins with a rendezvous with our mules and muleteers, followed by an ascent to the Tizi N’Tacht (6,560ft/2,000m) and a descent into the picturesque Azzaden Valley, which is adorned with juniper trees. Near a riverside little town, we set our camp.

Drive time: 1hr 30min
Distance: 11 km / 6.8 miles
Accommodation: Full-service camping
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Walk through Amazigh villages and spectacular mountain scenery, including the Ighoulidem waterfall

Camping at L’Azib N-Tzikarte (8,860ft/2,700m) is our overnight destination after a journey through Azib Tamsoult and the Irhouliden waterfall.

Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
Accommodation: Full-service camping
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Ascend the Aguelzim Pass and enjoy superb views of the Toubkal Massif before walking down to basecamp

You have the choice of taking a three-hour optional ascent to the peak of Ouanoums (11,975ft/3,650m) or just relaxing at Toubkal Base Camp after our descent. The popular refuge, which stands at 3,207 meters (10,522 feet), was built in 2000 by the Club Alpin Française. There are showers, a little store, and a lounge available to us while we camp on the premises.

Distance: 6 km / 3.7 miles
Accommodation: Toubkal Base Camp (full-service camping)
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Early ascent of Toubkal; free afternoon to relax at basecamp

Starting early from basecamp, we ascend Mount Toubkal via scree and eventually reach the summit at 13,671 feet (4,167 meters). We descend to basecamp after enjoying spectacular sights. The remainder of the afternoon is at our leisure, so we may think about what we’ve accomplished.

Distance: 11 km / 6.8 miles
Accommodation: Toubkal Base Camp (full-service camping)
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Descend to the village of Aroumd

We depart from basecamp and descend to the village of Aroumd, which is situated at an elevation of 6,247 feet (1,904 meters). From there, we resume our walk to Imlil, where we will meet our car to return to Marrakech.

Drive time: 1hr 30min
Distance: 9 km / 5.6 miles
Accommodation: Hotel Meriem (or similar)
Meals included: Breakfast

Day 7: Adventure ends in Marrakech

However, you can discuss the possibility of an extension with your sales agent if you would want to spend a bit more time in Marrakech.

Meals included: Breakfast

End of the 7-Day Climb Morocco’s Mt Toubkal Itinerary