Toubkal Trek 5 Days
Climb the roof of North Africa. A warm-up day in the Berber valleys, the walk to the refuge, then the summit of Jebel Toubkal at sunrise – with a mountain guide, a cook and mules to carry the bags.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this Toubkal trek 5 days
This Toubkal trek 5 days long takes you to the roof of North Africa. You climb Jebel Toubkal, 4,167 m, with a mountain guide, a cook and mules for the bags.
First, you drive from Marrakech to Imlil and take a warm-up walk to Aroumd. Then you walk up the valley past Sidi Chamharouch to the refuge at 3,207 m. After that, you start before dawn and reach the summit at sunrise. The descent takes you all the way back to Imlil. Finally, an easy valley walk and a Berber lunch close the trek before Marrakech. As a result, our Toubkal trek 5 days long gives you time to get used to the altitude. It is a private trip, on your dates.
Highlights of this Toubkal trek 5 days
- Summit of Toubkal, 4,167 m
- Berber villages of the Imlil valley
- Night at the Toubkal refuge
- Mountain guide & mules
- Lunch with a Berber family
Toubkal trek 5 days: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Marrakech to Imlil
Drive to the foot of the High Atlas and take a warm-up walk to the village of Aroumd.
- 2dayDay 2
Up to the Toubkal refuge
Walk up the valley past the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch to the refuge at 3,207 m.
- 3dayDay 3
Summit day
Start before dawn to reach the summit at sunrise, then descend all the way to Imlil.
- 4dayDay 4
Valley walk & Berber lunch
An easy walk between walnut trees and terraces, with lunch in a Berber home.
- 5dayDay 5
Back to Marrakech
Return to Marrakech with a stop at the Asni market (on Saturdays).
What’s included in this Toubkal trek 5 days
Included
- 4 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses)
- Breakfast every morning
- Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Pick-up in Marrakech and drop-off in Marrakech (hotel, riad, airport)
- Mountain guide and mule for the luggage
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Optional activities (for example quad, buggy or balloon) unless listed
- Travel insurance
- Tips for drivers and guides
Draft based on this programme – our team confirms the exact list with your quote.
Where you stay
- Night 1Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 2Toubkal refuge
- Night 3Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 4Guesthouse in Imlil
Comfort level: Standard + – comfortable riads, guesthouses and a traditional desert camp, chosen by our team. Luxury camps and riads are possible on request.
Best time for this trip
June to October is best, when the path to the summit is usually free of snow. From December to March the summit is under snow and needs crampons, an ice axe and winter experience.
- JanAvoid
- FebAvoid
- MarAvoid
- AprPossible
- MayGood
- JunBest
- JulBest
- AugGood
- SepBest
- OctBest
- NovPossible
- DecAvoid
What to bring for this trip
- Broken-in walking boots
- Warm fleece and down jacket for the summit
- Windproof and waterproof jacket
- Hat and gloves for the summit morning
- Headtorch for the start before dawn
- Sleeping bag for the refuge
- Trekking poles
- Sunglasses and high-factor sun cream
- Refillable water bottle
Booking & payment
- How to book
- Send your request; we confirm the programme and the price in writing on WhatsApp or by email.
- Payment
- A deposit secures your booking and the balance is paid on arrival.
- Cancellation
- Our cancellation conditions are sent with your quote, before you pay anything.
- Weather & changes
- If the weather stops an activity, we adapt the day or replace the activity.
Toubkal Trek 5 Days: your questions
How hard is the Toubkal trek in 5 days?
No climbing skills are needed, but you need good fitness: the summit is 4,167 m and summit day is long. Five days gives you time to get used to the altitude.
When is the best time for the Toubkal trek?
From May to October the paths are usually free of snow. In winter the summit needs crampons, an ice axe and winter experience.
Where do we sleep on the Toubkal trek?
In a guesthouse in Imlil and at the Toubkal refuge below the summit.
Do I need a guide for the Toubkal trek?
Yes – climbing Toubkal requires a licensed mountain guide. On our 5-day trek a mountain guide leads you all the way, with a cook and mules for the bags.
What should I bring for the Toubkal trek 5 days?
Good walking boots, warm layers and a windproof jacket, as the summit is cold even in summer, plus a headlamp for the early start. A sleeping bag is useful at the refuge – ask our team if you need one.
What our travellers say
Wonderful adventure!
We went on 5 day trip through Atlas Mountains to the desert. Different landscapes, trekking in Dades Valley, the night in the desert etc. were incredible. The accommodation was great in every place we slept and the kindness of the people was the best…
Excellent Moroccan trip
We booked a 5-day holiday with the company for our trip to Morocco, and it exceeded all our expectations. The entire experience was fantastic, from the beautiful landscapes to the unforgettable overnight stay in the Sahara desert. The outdoor activities…
Activities on this trip
Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.
Optional activities
Add one or more of these to your 5-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.
Optional · extraCycling & mountain bikingMountain biking on Atlas trailsSee the activity →
Optional · extraCamel & horseback treksHorse or mule ride between villagesSee the activity →
Optional · extraHot air balloon rideSunrise flight before or after your tripSee the activity →
Optional · extraQuad & buggy ridesQuad or buggy in the Agafay desert or the palm groveSee the activity →
Optional · extraAuthentic culinary experiencesCooking class or food walk in the medinaSee the activity →
Optional · extraWellness and relaxationTraditional hammam and spa timeSee the activity →Request this 5-day trip
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