Mount Toubkal Trek

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Trek and sweat your way through the Atlas Mountains and catch the sunrise from the summit of Mount Toubkal.

Mount Toubkal Trek in Morocco

If you’ve dreamt of traveling to Morocco, but are not interested in visiting crowded markets and tourist traps, then this trek might be your ticket to see the wilder side of this beautiful country.

At 13,671 ft (4,167m) Mount Toubkal is the highest peak in North Africa. But don’t let that dissuade you, it is a non-technical summit so there is no mountaineer experience required if you’re hiking in summer conditions.

From Imlil, you’ll ascend the Toubklal Valley, which is a great opportunity to catch a glimpse of Amazigh life as you pass through traditional villages that are built into the steep valley side.

The first night is spent in a mountain refuge where you’ll rest the night before your summit attempt tomorrow.

A typical summit day starts early, we’re talkin’ pre-dawn darkness early.

This first milestone is reaching Toubkal Pass. Since you’ll be walking in the dark, with no visual reference to the progress made, it can feel like a never-ending ascent.

Once you make it to the pass, you’ll see the peak of Toubkal in the distance.

The goal is to reach the ridge and finish the climb in time to watch the sunrise.

Trekkers who reach the top are rewarded with views from the Marrakech Plain and High Atlas peaks all the way to the Anti-Atlas and the Sahara.

It’s not too often you get such a dramatic look at mountains, ocean, and desert, all at once.

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• Things To Know Before You Climb Mount Toubkal (article)

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How Long It Takes To Climb Mount Toubkal

For Europe-based travelers, this trek can be done in a long weekend (4 days in and out), making it a great short getaway.

If you have mountaineering experience and are up for the challenge, you can attempt to summit Toubkal in winter.

How to Climb Mount Toubkal

To tackle this summit, Moroccan law requires you to go authorized company. This can be done locally or there are several international companies that package accommodation, meals, transfers, and guides.

A few good options are Much Better Adventures, 57 Hours, and Toubkal Trekking.