Mount Toubkal (4,167 m) is the highest peak in North Africa, and the village of Imlil (1,740 m) is where every Toubkal trek begins. Imlil Guide is a family team of mountain guides from Imlil, led by Said Id Mansour, a certified Moroccan mountain guide with 15 years of experience. We run private and small-group Toubkal treks all year round, with pick-up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech.
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Toubkal trek options and prices
| Trek | Duration | From (per person) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Days Trek Toubkal | 2 days / 1 night at the refuge | €125 |
| 3 Days Toubkal Summit Trek | 3 days / 2 nights at the refuge | €190 |
| Berber Villages & Toubkal Summit | 5 days / 4 nights | €340 |
| Toubkal Circuit via Lake Ifni | 6 days | €420 |
| Toubkal Circuit & Azzaden Valley | 7 days | €490 |
| Ski Touring Toubkal | 3 days (winter) | €320 |
Prices are per person, based on two people. Contact us for solo travellers, families and larger groups.
2-day Toubkal trek itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Imlil (1,740 m) – Toubkal Refuge (3,200 m)
We pick you up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech around 8:00 and drive about 65 km south to Imlil. Mules carry the bags and food while you hike with your guide through Berber villages and past the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch, with a picnic lunch on the way. The night is spent at the Toubkal refuge at about 3,200 m.
Day 2: Toubkal Summit (4,167 m) – Imlil – Marrakech
Breakfast is at 5:00 and we start walking at 5:30. The climb takes around four hours, followed by about 45 minutes on the summit to enjoy the view over the High Atlas. We return to the refuge for lunch, walk back down to Imlil and drive you back to Marrakech the same evening.
Prefer a gentler pace? The 3-day Toubkal trek adds a second night at the refuge and returns via Sidi Chamharouch (2,300 m) on day 3.
Do you need a guide to climb Toubkal?
Yes. Since 2019, trekkers in Toubkal National Park must be accompanied by a local guide from Imlil to the refuge and the summit, and checkpoints on the trail check passports and guide identification. A guide from Imlil also knows the route, the refuge staff and how the weather changes in the valley.
How hard is the Toubkal trek?
Outside the snow season, Toubkal requires no technical climbing and most people in good physical condition reach the summit. The real challenge is the altitude, so we recommend at least two days. Bring good hiking boots, warm layers and a head torch for the early summit start.
Best time to climb Mount Toubkal
April–May and September–October are usually the best months. Summer is dry with little snow but hot in the valleys. From November to March the mountain is under snow and ice: a winter ascent is possible with crampons, an ice axe and an experienced guide. See our ski touring and 7-day ski touring trips.
How to book your Toubkal trek
Send us your dates and group size on WhatsApp (+212 672-387032) or with the booking form on each trek page. Only have one day? Try our Imlil day trip from Marrakech, and read how to get from Marrakech to Imlil.
Toubkal trek FAQ
How much does the Toubkal trek cost?
With Imlil Guide, the 2-day Toubkal trek starts from €125 per person and the 3-day trek from €190 per person, with pick-up from your hotel in Marrakech.
Do I need a guide to climb Mount Toubkal?
Yes. Since 2019, trekkers in Toubkal National Park must be accompanied by a local guide from Imlil to the refuge and the summit. Checkpoints on the trail check passports and guide identification.
How hard is the Toubkal trek?
Outside the snow season Toubkal is a non-technical climb that most people in good physical condition can complete. The main difficulty is the altitude of 4,167 m, which is why we recommend climbing over at least two days.
When is the best time to climb Toubkal?
April to May and September to October usually offer the best conditions. From November to March the mountain is covered in snow and ice, and a winter ascent requires crampons, an ice axe and an experienced guide.
Where do you sleep on the Toubkal trek?
At the Toubkal refuges, at about 3,200 m: Les Mouflons and the CAF refuge. Accommodation is basic, in shared dormitories.
How far is Imlil from Marrakech?
Imlil is about 65 km south of Marrakech, roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes by road via Asni.