Dare to take the Mount Toubkal Three Peak Challenge? We created this 4-day small group trek especially for mountain adventurers and it’s one of our favourites! It allows you to conquer North Africa’s highest peak plus two other majestic Atlas giants nearby.
Our trek is sure to be one of the highlights of your visit to Morocco. It takes you to the summits of the country’s three highest alps, sometimes called the crown jewels of the Atlas Mountains (Jebel being the Berber word for mountain). Jebel Toubkal, at 4,167m, is most well-known, but the nearby summits of Timesguida (4,089m) and Ras Ouanoukrim (4,083m) are not much lower. Combining the three makes for a challenging but fantastically satisfying 4-day hike. Not to mention, memories that will stay with you forever.
During the trek, you will stay at a comfortable mountain refuge situated near the tip of Mount Toubkal. From there you will follow different trails toward the mountain tops, accompanied by one of our local Berber guides. All of our experienced guides are fully-licensed and love sharing their knowledge of the mountains and the traditions of their indigenous Amazigh (Berber) communities. They take care of the route and all the logistics, leaving you free to simply enjoy the hiking and captivating panoramic views.
Mount Toubkal Three Peak Challenge – Trip Highlights
- Conquer the three tallest peaks in the Atlas Mountains, including the highest in North Africa.
- A fully-licensed professional local guide.
- A mule to help carry your baggage (for groups of 4 people or more).
- Round-trip by private transport from Marrakesh to Imlil, our start/end point.
- Three nights in a mountain refuge near the summit of Mt Toubkal. Enjoy awesome sunrises, sunsets, and clear, starry night skies!
- Inclusive of all meals (vegetarian/vegan options available) and as much mint tea as you can drink!
Please note: We do not pass through many Berber villages during this trek. If you wish to get a glimpse into the lifestyle of the Amazigh people inhabiting Morocco’s Atlas Mountains, we therefore recommend combining your hike with one of our valley tours and cultural trips.
Itinerary
At 8:30, a driver will pick you up from your hotel in Marrakesh. Time to start your great outdoor adventure in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains! We will drive to After breakfast in your hotel in Marrakech, our driver will pick you up at 8h30 and take you to the High Atlas Mountains, where the trip starts from Imlil (1,960 m), toward the Toubkal Massif pass through the Sidi Chamharouch (2,350m) We will arrive at the first Refuge (3,206m), our stop for the night. Approx 5-6 hours walking.
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An exciting day ahead: Today, we will summit two peaks and practice your climbing skills! After breakfast, we will head our way to the Tizi’ n Ouagane pass. A nice walk offers great views of the mountains surrounding you. We will head towards mountain Timesguida, Morocco’s 2nd highest peak. After a first summit celebration, we will head down and then back up again. Cause in the afternoon we will also climb the mountain Ras. Guarantees your legs will be tired when heading back down. Time for a well-deserved Moroccan tea and a relaxing afternoon at the refuge!
Today is the day: we will conquer Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa. After breakfast, we will start climbing, passing many other travelers on our way up. When we make it to the summit, there is time to celebrate the accomplishment and enjoy the stunning overview of the valleys below. After, we head back down again, where we will have a late lunch and spend another night in the mountain refuge.
On the final day of our hike, we will mainly walk downhills. After breakfast, we will pass to Sidi Sharoush to enjoy some last views of the Atlas Mountains. Here we will enjoy a lunch picnic and continue the walk back down to Imlil. Here a driver is waiting to bring you back to Marrakesh. Make sure you’ll book yourself a nice accommodation as a reward for your great hiking accomplishments!
