Mount Toubkal: 2-Day Climb from Marrakech
Recommended by 93% of travelers
Marrakech, Morocco
- 2 days (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Summit Mount Toubkal, North Africa's highest peak at 4167m, on this two-day guided climb. Begin trekking from Imlil through Aremd and the Mizane Valley, visiting the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch. Enjoy panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains and Toubkal National Park. Stay overnight in the Toubkal Refuge with meals included. Benefit from a guide, mule support, and hotel pickup from Marrakech for a seamless experience.
- Summit the highest peak in North Africa safely with a guided excursion
- Views of the Atlas Mountains and Toubkal National Park as you climb
- Round-trip transport, mule support, meals, and lodging included
- Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts looking for hassle-free logistics
What's Included
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Transport from and back to your Hotel or Riad in Marrakech
- Guide
- Overnight accommodation in Toubkal Refuge
- All Food for 2 day ( Breakfast Lunch Dinner
- Mule to carry the bags
- sleeping bag
- Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Operating hours.8:30 am
Itinerary
Day 1
Pick from your hotel in Marrakech drive to Imlik
1 Stop
Imlil (Pass By)
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
Toublal Summit - Marrakech
1 Stop
Toubkal (Pass By)
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Not included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Good walking shoes are recommended and sun cream, sunglasses and camera
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.5
based on 29 reviews
Lisa_D, Mar 2025
The tour was highly disorganised, and there was a complete lack of communication. The group consisted of two guides and twelve participants, yet the guides did not even introduce themselves. Their English proficiency was very limited, and they came across as rather unfriendly. Despite the sleeping bag being included in the price, we were required to pay for it again on-site. Even after inquiring beforehand about necessary preparations, the provided information weren’t given.
On location the guides failed to discuss the itinerary or even outline the plans for the days ahead. Some participants openly admitted they had never used crampons before yet no instructions or helpful tips were provided to assist them. This was incredibly disappointing.
The food, both on the trail and at the hut, was basic and lacked any appeal. Special dietary requests, such as vegan options, were disregarded despite being communicated in advance.
While the hike itself was enjoyable and offered beautiful scenery, the overall experience was overshadowed by poor organisation and lack of care. What a shame!
Valerie_J, Nov 2024
With the right guide, this is totally enjoyable. Hussein and Saeed were energetic, encouraging and very safety conscious. We lacked nothing. Plenty of food to compliment our own snacks, walking forecasts to help us mentally prepare with excellent local knowledge to help us learn about the Berber people and their culture. A memorable experience for sure.
Albert_C, May 2024
Beside the nature, and "early birds heading the top", ...tailored based service previden. Strongly recommended.
Amy_c, Apr 2024
When you book this trek, I would advise choosing a pick up spot like cafe de France in the main square as they do not communicate with you about the pick up location and you don’t want to be left wondering if they’re going to pick you up or not.
This trek is really tough, a lot more difficult then we expected, you need a good level of fitness to complete and get to the top. Hiking gear - boots, thermals, head torch etc necessary. Would advise bringing sweets etc for extra energy also.
Our guide, Abdul, was brilliant. I wouldn’t have been able to get to the top without him and he dragged me up there and wouldn’t give up on me. The view from the top is amazing. The trek itself has better facilities than expected - lots of tuck shops with water, chocolate bars and crisps etc. The refuge was much better than expected also - had some western toilets, showers with apparently warm water (although probably no point in showering) and plugs so you can charge your devices. You will need to bring toilet roll though.
The first day is 5 hours of hiking with a lunch break, you reach the refuge, have dinner, then get up at 4am the next day to hike to the ascent, then all the way back down. It’s intense, difficult but glad we did it!
Alexandra_K, Oct 2023
The tour was fairly organized, but the information provided is very little.
First and for most-come in hiking gears, putting layers, and waterproof shoes, clothing. Not pair of jeans and trainers… ( have seen people )
The base camp is well organized and there is everything you need. Get basic toiletry with you, ideally a pair of flipflop to ease your feet from the boots. Altitude sickness can get to anyone, depends on the weather conditions it can worsen, as you will also need to fight the elements. I would not recommend the hike to beginners.
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Marieke_v, Oct 2023
We had a great time climbing Toubkal. We strongly recommend our guide Kamal he is very friendly and made sure we were safe. He also told us a lot about the Maroccan culture which was very interesting. The climb requires good fitness level but is technically not very difficult.
We rented a head torch and walking sticks in Imlil which is recommended!
Also bring earplugs for the refugee where you will sleep, this can be quite noisy.
We recommend this trip to everyone who likes outdoor adventure!
Rachel_L, May 2023
We had a wonderful time! We are from the Rockies and felt the hike was very reasonable if you have hiked before. The altitude does get to you a bit more near the top, so walk slower than you want and take breaks. The view is stunning. There is quite a stretch of glacier so either rent cramp-ons or bring them. You should bring lots of layers, a headlamp, sugar snacks and gravol (for altitude sickness), hiking boots, day pack, and your passport (there’s a police check before entering Toubkal. Lots of places to buy water along the way.
Our guide, Ibrahim was amazing! He was so patient and encouraging and did so much for us! The lodge you stay at is very much “glamping.” We had an amazing time and are grateful for the experience! Thanks so much again Ibrahim!
EvaLiisa_L, Apr 2023
It was amazing to be at the top of Mount Toubkal! But the way up was tougher than I expected. The guide was helpful and encouraging. It might have been better if we would have started the hike from Imlil village in the morning (not afternoon), so we could have walked slower and it might have been easier to get used to the altitude.
Siobhan_C, Feb 2023
We had a great time climbing Toubkal with our guide Abdo, and would definitely recommend this trip - everything ran seamlessly. It's a tough climb, we'd consider ourselves quite fit and do a lot of hiking but definitely found the summit push hard. Another thing to note is make sure you have good gear if climbing in the winter. We summitted on the 5th of Feb and it was -20C at the peak. Accommodation is basic but absolutely fine for what you need for one night and the food was perfect. It's a stunning area and we'd definitely recommend visiting!
James_B, Jan 2023
This was an overall terrific experience, all down to our Guide, Mohammed who first summited Mount Toubkal at the tender age of 8 and continues to this day. He is passionate about the Atlas, the Berber people and the wonder of mountains. I would remind all those considering it that you need to go prepared for freezing conditions both inside the Refuge and on the mountain and very spartan conditions. Wet wipes, a thermos, plenty of thermal underclothes and a head torch are all essential.
Don’t get scammed by some of the unscrupulous vendors renting mountaineering equipment at extortionate prices - review the main shops and go to these.
Lizzi_H, Oct 2022
I loved this trek. Really enjoyed being in the mountains, amazing fresh food, the refuge mattresses were comfortable and the blankets were thick and warm. Muhammed, our guide, was amazing. Someone in our group was suffering badly from altitude symptoms and he made sure that she was okay. I would advise bringing layers, windproof clothes, a headtorch and gloves. It can get cold and windy up there! Definitely recommend.
Joshua_C, Oct 2022
Wonderful experience trekking in The Atlas Mountains with iconic Mt Toubkal climb. Description says can be completed with basic level of fitness but we didn't feel this gave a fair expectation. We would say good level of fitness plus some trekking/mountaineering experiences required. Climbing to 3206m (basecamp) in one go is a big ascent and we certainly experienced some (mild) altitude sickness. The summit push is from basecamp to 4167m, then all the way back to Imlil ~1800m which again is a big ascent and then descent in one go. If you know you suffer with altitude, we would recommend the longer, 3-day trek option with acclimatisation trek.
On the first morning we were picked up outside the nearest gate to our Riad in The Medina for the ~1hr15min drive to Imlil. There seemed to be some confusion as the guide thought we were doing the 3-day, not the 2-day trek. This meant some shuffling of plans for the company and therefore we were delayed in starting for ~2hrs. Not especially an issue for us but worth noting.
Somehow a booking had not as such been made for us at the basecamp for the night but they found a couple of spots for us in one of the dorms, although our guide had to sleep on the hard seating. Warning that basecamp is not heated so you need decent layers and sleeping bag (not included, as suggested in listing). Food was decent and well received after a long day of trekking.
Our guide was fabulous and took it slowly to account for the altitude.
Summit push started at ~5am, although we'd have preferred to go earlier to see sunrise at the summit, rather that near the summit. Nonetheless a stunning experience. Remember your head torch though!
Trekking stats:
1st day: Imlil ~1800m - Basecamp 3206m = 12km.
2nd day: Basecamp 3206m - Summit 4167 = 5km. Summit - Imlil = 17km.
Total distance ~34km.
Monica_M, Aug 2022
We had a great experience at the trip to Mt Toukbal. Everything worked out as expected😀 our great guide Mohammed did this trip amazing🤩🌞 We will highly recommend him and the company for this trip. thanks a lot❤️
Laura_D, Jul 2022
The trek itself was great and our guide Mohammed was fantastic, and we could not recommend him more. Great man and could not have done it without him. The trek is tough, so some base level fitness, determination and perseverance is 100% needed, but you will be rewarded with an incredible sense of achievement and some fantastic views! So i highly recommend.
That said, what you need to be warned about is that the tour isnt quite as advertised. There is no mule, you will be carrying your own bags up, and no sleeping bag is provided, just wool blankets at the refuge (adequate, but if you want your own sleeping bag, be sure to take it). You should also ensure you have a head torch for the summit day (you will start walking at 3.30am) and. you should also be sure to have some flipflops / Jangles / Sliders to swap into at the refuge, as people take their walking boots off. As with most refuges, just be aware you will be sharing a room too with at least 12 others - great social meeting new like minded people! The final summit day hiking, is a long one, so prep yourself for that and altitude can cause people issues, so just beware of that too. Otherwise a very well organised tour.
r13wg, Feb 2020
Although the guide himself was great the whole package was not as advertised. We had to carry our own bags no donkey, no sleeping bags only blankets, then after a tremendous day on the mountain and walking back the transport did not take us back to our accommodation where we were picked up from, but we were told to get a taxi. This wasn’t a cheap experience and we did not receive what we had paid for. Such a shame to spoil it all.
john_w, Sep 2019
We completed the 2 day trek recently. Whilst the route is not for the faint of heart, no prior experience or skill is necessary, although I would recommend a base level of fitness.
We were excellently looked after by our guide Mohamed Ali for 2 days. Cant speak highly enough of the man. Would definitely recommend to friends!
Anton S, Jun 2018
The hike was great, challenging but rewarding. Our guide Mustafa looked after us and took safely up the mountain and back. Make sure you pack warm clothes as it was below zero at the top and strong winds end May. All in all a definite 5 stars and a hard to forget experience.
Amelie P, Apr 2018
This was an absolutely incredible experience. I would recommend this to any amateur hikers who want a little bit of a challenge. We climbed in early april and while there was still snow at the top and needed to dress warm for the peak, it was beautiful weather and would actually prefer this time of year rather than the hot summer time. Here are some of our recommendations:
1. There is no email or contact info for the tour once booked through Viator. We tried calling the number provided to re-confirm the tour the day before when we arrived in Marrakech but the number did not work. Also the company name is not Targa Travel and Trekkkinmorocco. This company does not exist. So we were very concerned that we had paid for something that was not real/was not going to happen. We made a back up plan. BUT, the morning of, our driver came right on time to pick us up at our Riad and the rest of the trip was very smooth! we are so happy we went with it, no regrets!
2. Definitely need warm clothes for the winter time October to May as there is still snow at the peak. We brought hiking boots, hats, gloves, neck warmers, a puffy jacket with many layers under to take off over time. The first day was warm as you are climbing. It is cold on Day when you wake up at 5am in the dark to climb the peak and the wind is very chilly. However, once the sun comes up over the mountain around 8am it was warm again. We rented crampons and sticks for the climb for very cheap in Imlil with our guide since we did not want to bring this in our luggage from the US.
3. The refuge where we sleep is very busy and loud. We did not get much sleep at all, but this may just be that we were unlucky. They have blankets for you or you can bring your own sleeping bag. It does keep you very warm at night which was very well appreciated.
4. The food was incredible! There are shops along the hike for fresh orange juice, water, snacks to buy for very cheap. even at the very top! So you do not need to hike up with all the water snacks you will need.
5. The guides were very fun and go at your pace, makes sure you are going slowly enough not to get sick, etc. They took very good care of us
All in all we have the best experience! It was a hard hike but totally worth it for the beautiful views, the people, the culture. It is so peaceful up there!
Gracie L, Nov 2017
This was a very challenging 2 day trek. The first day required several hours of trekking to the refuge, then another several arduous hours of trekking to the summit on day 2, which can get difficult because of the altitude don't forget the several hours of descent. Our guide, Said, was experienced, enthusiastic, and accommodating. He is a local to the mountains so he knew how to guide us with ease and confidence. Whenever we felt tired or unsafe, he made sure to slow down or rest and was patient with our recovery. Hassan was our muleteer and cook for the 2 days, and he did a great job providing tasty and nutritious meals. All in all, this was an unforgettable experience.
Craig W, Jun 2017
This is a brilliant 2-day hike. We were picked up from our Riad in the Medina without issue and driven to the start of the trek with a few stop-off sightseeing visits on route. At Imlil we met our guide Hassan, who was brilliant. He took good care of us throughout the 2 days and was friendly and helpful.
The views on the hike are amazing and well worth the effort but, be warned it is a real effort! The itinerary does not do the hike justice. The first day is easily 5-7 hours of walking at a decent pace, with the second being more like 9 if you hit the summit. This is roughly 12KM base camp and 4KM summit each way.
The terrain is pretty rough, so hiking boots are a must. Walking poles advised. You should also bring sleeping bags or at least liners in the summer, plenty of water expensive to buy on route, though available and snacks. The food at the base camp is good, but some sugar and snacks are advisable for the journey. You should also bring essentials like loo roll, meds and a torch for the base camp stay. You will need some cash for tips and the many stop-shops on route.
We travelled in June, which was pretty quiet and peaceful.
John P, Jan 2017
This tour was incredibly well done. The excursion company conducted themselves in a welcoming, kind, and professional manner. The hike was quite exhausting but completely worth it. Our guide ensured we had all the equipment necessary for our hike. If you are going to book an excursion to Mount Toubkal this is the one!
Glenn B, Jul 2016
Everything went as arranged and was fantastic. My guide Omar was exceptional. Very very good
Bruno_B, Nov 2024
La qualité des services proposés au depart de l'hôtel. La gentillesse et la compétence de nôtre guide.
Wouter_K, Jul 2024
Hassan was een hele fijne en aardige guide! We waren de eerste van de dag die boven waren. De tocht was best zwaar maar wel erg goed te doen.
Jana_S, Oct 2023
Espectacular, llegada justo a tiempo para ver la salida del sol 🌅
El guia muy muy bien! Nos cuido mucho
David_P, Apr 2023
Tout s'est passé comme prévu...un point très positif pour les repas très bien sur les deux jours...bien organisé et bien encadré....
ClaireLise_D, Apr 2022
C’était une superbe expérience ! Le changement de décor entre le départ et l’arrivée enneigée au sommet est magique. Mustapha a pris soin de nous du début à la fin. Nous sommes arrivés sans encombre au sommet avec une vue à couper le souffle. La nourriture préparée par Abdou était très bonne, nous n’avons manqué de rien ! Je recommande cette aventure qui vous laissera de merveilleux souvenirs.
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