Toubkal Trek, 4167m - Summer

DAY ONE
Flights to Marrakech then transfer from the airport to our stunning lodge in Imlil at 1740m this village is the principal trailhead for walkers.

DAY TWO
After breakfast we meet our mule team and once all our gear is loaded we will begin walking along the valley towards Tacheddirt, some 8 km from Imlil. Soon the trail begins to rise as we climb up to the pass at Tizi 'n Tamatert (2279m). We then descend to the pretty village of Ouaneskra (2200m) and continue, for a further half an hour, to Tacheddirt (2300m).
(approx. 4 hours walking)

DAY THREE

We immediately begin a long, slow ascent to the pass at Tizi Likemt (3555m). At the top we enjoy our first fine view of the Toubkal Massif before a long downhill descent to the remote village of Azib Likemt (2200m), where we set up our camp for the night.  Here we set up camp near the river.
(approx. 5 hours walking).

DAY FOUR
This day is going to be a long but quite easy day, passing many different landscapes. From Tizi 'n Ououraine (3120m) we enjoy further views of the Toubkal Massif, including the summit, the east face and the Ifni Dome (3876m). The trail leads on towards Amsouzert (1700m), one of the most striking villages in the region, where we spend the night in a local gite.
(approx 6 hours walking)

DAY FIVE
West of Amsouzert are several small villages, which we explore as we make our way towards Ifni Lake (2300m), the only lake in the Massif. It is a memorable sight, surrounded by rocky mountains and giant heaps of rubble, and is unusually deep. We expect to arrive by lunchtime and spend the afternoon relaxing at the shore. We may camp tonight in this area depending on timings. For small groups we may continue another 2 hours to a higher camp area.
(approx. 4 - 6 hours walking)

DAY SIX
By now we should be both fit and acclimatised. We make our way along a steep path that leads up a scree slope to reach the pass at Tizi n'Ouanoums (3664m), a narrow ledge between two shafts of rock. From here it is a long zigzag descent to the Nelther Refuge (3200m), where we spend the night in tents. If conditions and fitness allow, we may try for the summit today.
(approx. 7- 8 hours walking)
(12- 13 hours if summiting)

DAY SEVEN
If we have not already summited on day 7. We leave before dawn, following a well-worn route to the summit of Toubkal (4167m). If conditions are good it should take no more than 4 hours to reach the summit, where we enjoy beautiful views of the entire Atlas range and the Marrakech plains beyond. Returning to base, we then descend fairly rapidly to the villages of Sidi Chamharouch and Around, before following the Mizane River, along a well-forested trail, to the trailhead at Imlil.

Transfer back to Marrakech for a celebration meal in the main square. Our last night is spent in a luxurious Riad in the heart of the city.
(Approx. 12 hours walking if summiting)
(Only 4 hours to the valley if we have summited the day before)

DAY EIGHT
A free day in Marrakech. Departure from the airport.

IMPORTANT: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is Adventure Travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions, road conditions, vehicle breakdowns and the health of participants can all contribute to changes. Your Leader and our local agent will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but an easy going nature will be an asset!