Discovering the Majestic High Atlas: Toubkal 7 Days Circuit Trek

You explore the Toubkal Circuit Trek consists of 7 days trekking in the high Atlas Morocco, see a wonderful views of the Atlas Mountains Moroccan, greening valleys Berber villages, meet with local guide and muleteers, go to experience this adventure trip in your life time. Toubkal ascent 4167m is the high peak in Morocco, and is a trek peak. The way has been designed for keen hikers, as the ascent is non-technical, but involves some easy scrambling and snow slopes. All views from the top are amazing; across the mountains to Marrakech to the north, and the start of the Sahara desert to the south. All around are the jagged summits of the High Atlas stretching as far as you can see in all directions.

THIS TREK IS AVAILABLE FROM END OF MAY TO END OF OCTOBER

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Day One: MARRAKECH-IMLIL-TACHEDDIRT

We leave Marrakech After breakfast then drive to Imlil valley via Asni. Imlil is the main trail for hikers, and a bustling market town. There is a constant movement of people coming down the mountain, and an equal distribution of the activity of those who are about to embark on the adventure. We meet our team and once all our equipment is loaded, we start walking along the valley towards Tacheddirt some 8kms beyond Imlil. Soon, the trail begins to increase as we climb to Tizi N'Tamatert (2279m). We then descend the pretty village of Ouaneskra and continue for another half-hour, Tacheddirt (3000m), where we usually camp near the river.
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Day Two: TACHEDDIRT - AZIB LIKEMT

Crossing the valley, we begin a long, slow climb to Tizi Likemt (3555m). The course is quite difficult because there is a considerable amount of debris on the ground. At the top, we enjoy our first view of the well Toubkal before a long descent down to the village of Azib Likemt, where we camp for the night.
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Day Three: AZIB LIKEMT - TIZI N’OURAI - AMSOUZERT

This long but relatively easy day takes us through a variety of contrasting landscapes. Of Tizi Ououraine (3120m) we enjoy other views Toubkal, the top face is Ifni and the Dome (3876m). The trail leads to Amsouzert, one of the most striking villages in the region, where we spend the night - dormitories - Cottage in a simple village.
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Day Four: AMSOUZERT - IFNI LAC

West Amsouzert are several small villages, we are exploring as we make our way to Lake Ifni, the only lake in the mountains. This is an unforgettable sight, surrounded by Rocky Mountains and giant piles of rubble, and it is unusually deep. We expect to arrive before noon and spend the afternoon relaxing at the beach. Evening we camp in this area.
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Day Five: LAC IFNI - TOUBKAL REFUGE

By now we should be both good and conditioned and ready to face the most difficult day of the trek. We make our way along a steep path that leads talus seemingly endless. Finally we reach the Tizi n'Ouanoums (3664m), a narrow ledge of rock between two trees. From there it is a long zigzag descent to Nelter Hut, a mountain hut where we spend the night (or alternatively outside the camp).
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Day Six: REFUGE – TOUBKAL ASCENT - IMLIL

We leave before dawn, following a well-worn route to the summit. If the conditions are right it should not take more than 2-3 hours to reach the summit, where we have a clear view of the range and Atlas Marrakech plain beyond. Back to base, we then descend quickly enough to the villages of Sidi Chamharouch and Aremd before Mizane follow the river along a path well wooded to the trailhead at Imlil.
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Day Seven: AROUMD VILLAGE (1900M) - IMLIL (1700M) – MARRAKECH

After breakfast start from our Lodge towards the south to the Berber village of Aroumd (Aremd) , up and down the stark slopes, the jagged Western High Atlas peaks of the Toubkal Massif before us –mount Aguelzim (3,547m), Aksouâl (3,847m) and the Adrar Adj (3,122m) watching us all the way, lunch on the nature and then return to Lodge, have shower and then transfer to Marrakech

Clothes and Equipments:

Should be dress according to altitude and the environment you will be located in. The most hikers are in high altitude climate in remote area. Therefore, there are often large temperature swings. Temperatures are usually colder at the high altitudes.

Trekking Clothes:

Trekking boots or light weight walking shoes. Have comfortable footwear is essential for a good trek. Make sure all footwear is broken in well prior to your trek. Do not break in boots on your trek,

A track suit and a pair of track shoes to wear in lodges

Two pairs of woolen socks for trekking shoes and track shoes,

Warm down jacket and rain proof jacket with hood for protection from rain

Warm hat for the cold and sun hat or cap for sunny days

A pair of woolen gloves and a pair sandals

Cotton T-shirts and pairs of long shorts/skirts

Woolen shirts and thick sweaters as well as wind and water proof trousers

Pair of light or heavy weight trouser and one light weight long sleeve shirt

Pairs of thermal undergarments

Equipments:

Big bag to carry trekking gear

Trekking daypack for personal items such as water, snacks, extra layers and camera

Water purification tablet and bottles

Sleeping bag

Travel Pillow

Walking poles

Head lamp

Sun cream

Handkerchief or wiping papers

Money belt

First-aid kit

Sunglasses

Gloves Liner

Gloves (waterproof in winter)

Down or synthetic, windproof outer

Snow Goggles (winter)

Hiking socks

Trekking boots

Refuge shoes - sandals

Rain and windproof jackets

Crampons and ice axes and Gaiters (for winter)

ELECTRICAL

Head torch & spare batteries

Power pack - plugs are available in the refuge for charging

Camera

THINGS IMPORTANT

Sun cream and lip salve

Toilet roll

Ear plugs

Passport, travel insurance details, money, credit cards, plane ticket

Book, cards, games etc

Antibacterial hand gel

Wash kit - there are showers in the hut

Towel

KIT PERSONAL MEDICAL

Paracetamol

Ibuprofen

Antiseptic Wipes

Latex gloves

Plasters

Zinc Tape

Rehydration Sachets

Throat Lozenges

Knee/ankle support egg. Tub grip

Crepe Bandage

Imodium for diarrhea

Sudocrem

Noted: Trekking equipments are available. If you do not wish to buy equipment, we can rent them for you the duration of your trek with reasonable prices.