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Trip to Mount Toubkal

A strenuous, guided two-day hike to North Africa’s highest mountain, Toubkal. You can do this with no mountaineering training but it is still very hard work and we would recommend only tackling this if you are experienced as a trekker.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Toubkal Refuge via Sidi Chamharouch

After breakfast, we’ll head to the village of Aremd, via the Mizane Valley and then trek east to the high. rocky cliffs above the valley. From there, we aim for Sidi Chamharouch (2,350m and the shrine of the ‘King Of Jinn’s’) and then on to the snowline on the Toubkal Plateau where we’ll make camp for the night (at 3,206m). The day should be around 5 or 6 hours of walking and you should have some opportunities to explore the local area too.

We will spend the night either at the Toubkal or Mouflon Refuge. We will provide picnic lunch and dinner.​

Day 2 – Mount Toubkal, Imlil

To get to the summit of Toubkal, we’ll start early in the morning and head up to the south cirque, crossing the mountain stream above the refuge. To get to the top, we’ll need to cross scree and make our way steadily up to 4,167m.

The way up may be hard but the views are well worth it. You can see across the Plain Of Marrakech to the High Atlas and the Sahara Desert.

When we’re ready we’ll carefully head back down the mountain and make our way back to Imlil via Aremd. The day will involve around 8-10 hours of walking and trekking.

Breakfast and picnic lunch are included.

Remember, the itinerary is meant as a guide and is not absolute. Timings may vary, depending on weather, individual fitness and other factors. Also make sure to come prepared. This is the mountains after all. If you’re not sure, just ask here at the hotel and we will help you.

Prices

INCLUDES

Trek Team – local mountain guide and cook.

Transport – mule with muleteer for carrying bags and equipment during trek.

Meals – 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner.

Accommodation – bed in shared room at either Toubkal or Mouflon Refuge with blanket and pillow.

EXCLUDES

Beverages and meals not specified; tips and items of a personal nature; taxi or 4×4 transfers at start/end of the trek if joining from another town other than Imlil. Hire of crampons & ice axe in snowy winter months.

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS

Additional nights can be pre-booked in Imlil.

This trek is suitable for active children aged 10 and above. Additional Mules can be pre-booked so children have the option of walking and riding a mule to the refuge if they become tired. Children pay adult price.

Details

We treat this as a strenuous trek (it is the highest peak in North Africa and is a 2 day trek after all).

This trip begins at Imlil and heads up to Jebel Toubkal via the shrine of Sidi Chamarouch. We will provide you with a packed lunch.

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Interested? Ask at the hotel in person or through our Contact page.

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Trip to Azzaden Valley

A guided, moderate two-day trek to Kasbah Africa in the Azzenden Valley, plus a night in a Berber gite. Great for birdspotting.

Itinerary:

Day 1 – Trek from Imlil to Tizi Oussem via Tizi n’Mzik pass

From our riad (1,761m) we trek over the Imlil Valley to the Kasbah du Toubkal (1,796m). From the Kasbah du Toubkal (1,796m), we’ll take the Aremd Road and head through the Toubkal National Park to the Tizi n’Mzik pass (2,489m). There will be plenty of time for photographs and for taking in the views during our hike. Sometimes there are even local refreshments on sale at the Pass but this is seasonal.

Next, we will trek down through the Toubkal National Park to Tizi Oussem village (1,822m) and to the top of the Azzaden Valley where we can break out our lunch and enjoy a break and some stunning views. We will stay the night in a gite, but before we say goodnight, you have the rest of the day to explore the village and the area we are in.

The facilities are simple, but we can provide you with a hot shower, pillows, blankets and a mattress in a private room. Toilets and showers are communal.

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Day 2 – Trek to Kasbah Africa down the Azzaden Valley

Today we’ll follow the Azzaden River along 16km of trails, taking in orchards, walnut and almond trees, olive groves, fruit trees (peach, apple, lemon, fig, quince and more) and take our lunch next to the river while our Berber guide tells us about day-to-day life for the Berber people. There are over 150 species of birds in the area so if you enjoy birdspotting, this section is for you.

The day’s adventure will end at Kasbah Africa, a beautiful place, built on the bend of the river.

Trek ends at Kasbah Africa; breakfast and picnic lunch are included.

Remember, the itinerary is meant as a guide and is not absolute. Timings may vary, depending on weather, individual fitness and other factors. Also make sure to come prepared. This is the mountains after all. If you’re not sure, just ask here at the hotel and we will help you.

Prices

INCLUDES

English-speaking local mountain guide; luggage & equipment transfer by mule; 1 breakfast, 2 picnic lunches & 1 dinner; overnight gite in Tizi Oussem.

EXCLUDES

Beverages and meals not specified; tips and items of a personal nature; taxi or 4×4 transfers at start/end of the trek.

ADDITIONAL NIGHTS

Additional nights can be pre-booked at in Imlil or at Kasbah Africa for further time to experience the beauty of the Imlil and Azzaden Valleys. Combine both hotels to create a contrasting two-centre High Atlas holiday.

This trek is suitable for active children. Additional Mules can be pre-booked so children have the option of walking and riding a mule if they become tired. Children pay adult price.

Details

We treat this as a moderate trek (its only a day and includes 700m of ascent and 600m of descent).

This trip includes a hike through the Toubkal National Park, the Tizi n’Mzik Pass and a visit to Tizi Oussem Village and the top of the stunning Azzenden Valley. We will provide you with a packed lunch.

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Interested? Ask at the hotel in person or through our Contact page.

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Trip to Tizi Oussem

A moderate 5-6 hour trek from our riad to Oussem, plus a transfer back to Imlil.

There is also a private option all year round – just ask us here at the hotel.

Itinerary:

0900   Leave Dar Assarou (1,761m) and begin trekking across the Imlil Valley.

0930   Head to the main trail at Kasbah du Toubkal (1,796m).

1030   Reach the small plateau (1,985m) with wonderful views of Imlil Valley.

1115   Find the Toubkal National Park sign (2,064m).

1230   Arrive at the Tizi n’Mzik pass (2,489m) and take a break.

1245   Begin our descent toward Tizi Oussem village.

1330   We sit and have our picnic lunch and take in the vista of the Azzaden Valley.

1400   Continue along the Toubkal National Park trails.

1500   Arrive Tizi Oussem (1,822m) where we will have mint tea in a Berber gite.

1530   We will meet our taxi and begin our 46 km drive back to Imlil.

1630   Arrive back at the riad.

Remember, the itinerary is meant as a guide and is not absolute. Timings may vary, depending on weather, individual fitness and other factors. Also make sure to come prepared. This is the mountains after all. If you’re not sure, just ask here at the hotel and we will help you.

Prices

INCLUDES

English-speaking local mountain guide; picnic lunch en route.

EXCLUDES

Tips, beverages & meals not specified, optional activities and items of a personal nature.​

Children 5 to 11 years old are FREE OF CHARGE (must be min. 2 adults accompanying). Children 12 and older pay adult price.

Details

We treat this as a moderate trek (its only a day and includes 700m of ascent and 600m of descent). It is a great trek, with classic views of the Imlil and Azzaden Valleys and a taxi back to Imlil at the end. Maybe 5-6 hours of walking.

This trip includes a hike through the Toubkal National Park, the Tizi n’Mzik Pass and a visit to Tizi Oussem Village and the top of the stunning Azzaden Valley. We will provide you with a packed lunch.

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Interested? Ask at the hotel in person or through our Contact page.

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Trip to Tizi Mzik

A moderate 5-6 hour trip to Tizi Mzik Pass and then back to Imlil.

There is also a private option all year round – just ask us here at the hotel.

Itinerary:

0900   Leave the riad and head across the Imlil Valley.

0930   Get to the main track near Kasbah du Toubkal (1,796m).

1030   Reach a small plateau (1,985m) with beautiful views of Imlil Valley.

1115   Find the Toubkal National Park sign (2,064m).

1230   Arrive Tizi n’Mzik pass (2,489m) and take a break.

1245   Start our descent, heading along the trail, but this time of the other side of the valley.

1330   Stop for our picnic.

1400   Trek up the trail to the Berber villages of Mzik (1,800) and Arhrene.

1500   Pass through the villages.

1530   Arrive back.

Remember, the itinerary is meant as a guide and is not absolute. Timings may vary, depending on weather, individual fitness and other factors. Also make sure to come prepared. This is the mountains after all. If you’re not sure, just ask here at the hotel and we will help you.

Prices

INCLUDES

English-speaking local mountain guide; picnic lunch en route.

EXCLUDES

Tips, beverages & meals not specified, optional activities and items of a personal nature.​

Children 5 to 11 years old are FREE OF CHARGE (must be min. 2 adults accompanying). Children 12 and older pay adult price.

Details

This trip is a classic day walk around these parts. There is quite a bit of ascent (600m), but we still grade it as moderate with around 5 hours of walking.

This trek includes the Tizi n’Mzik Pass, the Aremd road, lots of opportunities for photos (including mountain scenery), visits to Berber villages (Mzik and Ahrene) plus a picnic lunch.

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Interested? Ask at the hotel in person or through our Contact page.

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Trip to Sidi Chamharouch

A moderate 6 hour trek from where we’re staying to the hamlet and shrine of Sidi Chamharouch.

There is also a private option all year round – just ask us here at the hotel.

Itinerary:

0900   Leave our riad and hike up to Aremd.

1000   After Aremd, cross the Assif n’Isougouane riverbed (1,864m).

1200   Arrive Sidi Chamharouch (2,350m).

1215   Visit to the Marabou shrine and explore before we have a picnic lunch.

1330   Return down the river valley to Aremd.

1500   Follow a different trail to Imlil after Aremd.

1600   Arrive back at the riad.

Remember, the itinerary is meant as a guide and is not absolute. Timings may vary, depending on weather, individual fitness and other factors. Also make sure to come prepared. This is the mountains after all. If you’re not sure, just ask here at the hotel and we will help you.

Prices

INCLUDES

English-speaking local mountain guide; picnic lunch en route.

EXCLUDES

Tips, beverages & meals not specified, optional activities and items of a personal nature.​

Children 5 to 11 years old are FREE OF CHARGE (must be min. 2 adults accompanying). Children 12 and older pay adult price.

Details

This is a great trip for trekkers who don’t want to hike up Mount Toubkal but still want to explore our countryside (its actually part of the route to Mount Toubkal). It is 600m of ascent and includes 6 hours of walking so we have graded it as ‘moderate’. Families can do a shorter route and mules can be hired for children if need be.

This trek offers a visit to the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch (‘The King Of Jinns’), amazing mountain scenery and views, waterfalls and a picnic lunch (usually in a picturesque, quiet spot next to a stream).

Interested? Ask at the hotel in person or through our Contact page.

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Trip to Tamalaroute

A moderate 6 hour trek to the summit of Adrar Tamalaroute.

There is also a private option all year round – just ask us here at the hotel.

Itinerary:

0900   Leave our riad and trek up the Tamatert Valley.

0945   Head past Ait Souka village, then on to Tamatert village.

1100   Get to Tizi n’Tamatert pass (2,280m).

1115   Head up through Moroccan pine forest.

1145   Trek up the trail to the slopes of Tamalaroute.

1230   Hit the summit of Adrar Tamalaroute (2,724m).

1300   Descend to Tizi n’Tamatert.

1400   After Tizi n’Tamatert, follow trail back to Imlil.

1430   Picnic/lunch break.

1600   Return to our riad.

Remember, the itinerary is meant as a guide and is not absolute. Timings may vary, depending on weather, individual fitness and other factors. Also make sure to come prepared. This is the mountains after all. If you’re not sure, just ask here at the hotel and we will help you.

Prices

INCLUDES

English-speaking local mountain guide; picnic lunch en route.

EXCLUDES

Tips, beverages & meals not specified, optional activities and items of a personal nature.​

Children 5 to 11 years old are FREE OF CHARGE (must be min. 2 adults accompanying). Children 12 and older pay adult price.

Details

This is a popular, moderate trek that is great for people who are are attempting Mount Toubkal. Its almost 1000feet of ascent and descent and gives you approximately 6 hours or trekking.

You’ll get to see the Tamatert Valley, great views of Imlil and Imenane, Moroccan pine forest, Berber villages (Tamatert and Ait Souka) and of course the stunning panorama from the summit.

There are refreshments on sale at the pass (this is seasonal by the way) and we will provide lunch for you too.

Interested? Ask at the hotel in person or through our Contact page.