Toubkal Summit Trek via Azzaden valley - 3 days/2 nights
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Toubkal trek 3 days is a great way to experience the top of Azzaden valley and climb Mt Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, Mount Toubkal summit 4167m (13600fit), get a stunning views of the Atlas Mountains, green valleys & Berber villages, meet the Berber guided & muleteers go for the this adventure of your life time.... a 3 days trek including two days walking with crampons and ice axe for security (Nov to April ) . The itinerary has been designed for keen walkers, as the ascent is non-technical, but involves some easy scrambling and snow slopes.
The views from the summit are amazing across the mountains to Marrakech to the north, and the start of the Sahara to the south. All around are the jagged peaks of the High Atlas stretching as far as you can see in every direction. |
TREK HIGHLIGHTS
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ITINERARY :
Day 1: Marrakech -- Imlil - Azib n Tamsoult
Transfer from Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains: 1.5hrs drive to Imlil (1740m), famous starting point for mountaineering trips. Discover the area and hike up to Tizi-n-Mezzik mountain pass (2489m). Enjoy the magic view of Imlil area and Azzaden valley. Field lunch prepared by our cook in the middle of a jeneper forest. After lunch, walk down the valley of Azzaden to the summer village of Tamssoult (2250m). Overnight in the refuge or camp. 5h walking.
Day 2: Azib n Tamsoult - Tizi Aguelzim Mountain pass - Toubkal Base camp
Today involves a fairly stiff climb out of the Azzadene Valley to the Toubkal Refuge via Ighouliden waterfalls and over the Tizi Aguelzim pass at 3,560m. Lunch will be taken with spectacular views over the Atlas Mountain Range. Overnight in the Toubkal Refuge (Niltner Hut or Mouflon ) where you’ll likely be sharing a bunk room with other trekkers tackling Toubkal early the next morning. 7hours walk
Day 3: Toubkal base camp - Toubkal Summit - Toubkal base camp -- Imlil -- Marrakech
Up early for the climb up Toubkal (4,167m) from where, clouds allowing, you’ll have wonderful views over the Atlas Range and the Sahara Desert then a long way back down past the refuge and the well-worn path back to Imlil. This is a fairly long day with 8-9 hours of trekking, involving 900m up then almost 2,500m back down to Imlil! You will normally be dropped off at around 5.00pm in Marrakech
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS
SERVICES INCLUDED
MEALS DURING THE TREK
Meals on the trek are prepared by our Berber Cook. The food is fresh and healthy.
Example meals:
please let us know about your catering preferences when you confirm your booking to ensure any dietary requirements are met.
Please remind as well your guide and cook on first day of the trek.
ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT / KIT HIRE
Day 1: Marrakech -- Imlil - Azib n Tamsoult
Transfer from Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains: 1.5hrs drive to Imlil (1740m), famous starting point for mountaineering trips. Discover the area and hike up to Tizi-n-Mezzik mountain pass (2489m). Enjoy the magic view of Imlil area and Azzaden valley. Field lunch prepared by our cook in the middle of a jeneper forest. After lunch, walk down the valley of Azzaden to the summer village of Tamssoult (2250m). Overnight in the refuge or camp. 5h walking.
Day 2: Azib n Tamsoult - Tizi Aguelzim Mountain pass - Toubkal Base camp
Today involves a fairly stiff climb out of the Azzadene Valley to the Toubkal Refuge via Ighouliden waterfalls and over the Tizi Aguelzim pass at 3,560m. Lunch will be taken with spectacular views over the Atlas Mountain Range. Overnight in the Toubkal Refuge (Niltner Hut or Mouflon ) where you’ll likely be sharing a bunk room with other trekkers tackling Toubkal early the next morning. 7hours walk
Day 3: Toubkal base camp - Toubkal Summit - Toubkal base camp -- Imlil -- Marrakech
Up early for the climb up Toubkal (4,167m) from where, clouds allowing, you’ll have wonderful views over the Atlas Range and the Sahara Desert then a long way back down past the refuge and the well-worn path back to Imlil. This is a fairly long day with 8-9 hours of trekking, involving 900m up then almost 2,500m back down to Imlil! You will normally be dropped off at around 5.00pm in Marrakech
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS
- DURATION: .............3 days / 2 nights (It would be possible to extend to 4 or 5 days)
- PERIOD:....................... All year
- GRADE:.................... Strenuous, good fitness level required.
- PICK UP DETAILS:.................Pick up at 8:30am (from your hotel in Marrakech)
- DROP OFF DETAILS:...................6-7pm at the hotel (3rd day)
- ACCOMMODATION:..................Tamsoult &Toubkal Mountain hut (Sharing dorm with bunk beds, private room on request with extra) you could also stay at Riad Jnane Imlil before or after the trek.
- FOOD & DRINKS:................Fresh Salade& Hot meals Moroccan tagines will be provided.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- English speaking local guide
- Meals during the trek.
- Bottled water
- Transfer from & to Marrakech with private car & safe driver.
- Muleteers & mules.
- Cook to prepare your meals.
- 2 nights Accommodation at the hut ( dormitories non ensuite rooms).
- Travel Insurance
- Tipping
- Soft drinks.
MEALS DURING THE TREK
Meals on the trek are prepared by our Berber Cook. The food is fresh and healthy.
Example meals:
- Breakfast: bread, crepes , Jam, , cookies, fruit, juice, butter, coffee, milk.
- Lunch: bread, Moroccan salad, tomatoes, carrots, lentils, beans, rice or pasta, fish (sardines, tuna), seasonal fruit
- Dinner: Soup, classic Morooccan tajine, couscous, olives, nuts, seasonal fruit
please let us know about your catering preferences when you confirm your booking to ensure any dietary requirements are met.
Please remind as well your guide and cook on first day of the trek.
ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT / KIT HIRE
- Good walking boots and socks / good trainers for valley treks
- Personnel First aid Kit
- 3 to 4 season sleeping bag ( winter) or light Sleeping bag ( Summer)
- Crampons, Ice axes and Gaiters for Winter treks ( Nov to April )
- Lightweight waterproof over-trousers / rain-pants
- Water bottle or camel back (recommended)
- Soft-sided bag (50-80 litres)
- Lightweight daypack
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Torch and batteries
- Towel & all personal toiletries
- Crampons : 5 €/ Day/pair
- Ice Axe : 3 €/day
- Walking boots : 5 €/day
- Sleeping bags : 5 €/day
- Rain Jackets : 5 €/day
- Walking Poles : 3 €/day/pair
- Back packs : 3€/day
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Upcoming trek date: 7th Oct 2022
