MOROCCO, AFRICA
NORTH AFRICA'S TALLEST MOUNTAIN
MOUNT TOUBKAL
ABOUT THE TRIP
Towering at 4,167 metres, Mount Toubkal is the highest peak not only in the Atlas Mountains—but in all of North Africa.
Just a short flight from the UK, Morocco feels like another world entirely. The moment you step into the Atlas Mountains, you'll find yourself surrounded by dramatic landscapes, ancient villages, and a culture so rich and vibrant it’s impossible not to be captivated. Cameras out—this is adventure from the very first step.
This expedition is perfect for keen hikers looking to take their first leap into multi-day trekking or experience the thrill of hiking at altitude. It’s challenging enough to feel like a real achievement, without being overwhelming—especially with the support of our expert team.
Yes, you’ll find shorter itineraries to Toubkal online—but our carefully crafted 8-day adventure is all about giving you a richer, more rewarding experience. More time means better acclimatisation, a higher chance of summit success, and a deeper connection with the incredible landscapes and culture of Morocco.
Outside of summit day, the trekking is manageable, the food is excellent (you won’t go hungry!), and there's ample time at the end of the journey to soak up the sights, sounds, and flavours of Marrakech. We typically run our summer trips outside the hottest months for the best hiking conditions, but we also offer tailor-made expeditions year-round to suit your schedule.
For those wanting to dial up the difficulty, our winter expeditions offer an entirely different experience—cooler temperatures, snow-covered trails, and a true alpine challenge for the more adventurous.
KEY INFO
This trip is a Moderate difficulty trip in Summer, and Challenging difficulty in winter. There will be on average 5-7 hours walking a day
TRIP DIFFICULTY
The expedition is a total of 8 days. Within this, there are 4 days of trekking.
TRIP DURATION
The minimum group size will be 7 people. This many people are required for the trip to run. There will be up to 15 people total.
GROUP SIZE
26th Feb to 5th March 2026 (Winter Trip) £775
3rd to 10h June 2026
(Summer Trip) £675
Places secured with a £200 deposit.
DATES & PRICES
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
INCLUSIONS
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Airport Transfer at the start of the trip
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Accommodation throughout
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A variety of B&B to Full board basis throughout
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UK Trekking Staff, including a local Moroccan Guide
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Experienced LMG Trek Manager
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Team t-shirt
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Summit Medal
EXCLUSIONS
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International Flights from your destination country
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Personal Trekking Insurance - To cover trekking to over 4,167m. This is mandatory to join us on a trip.
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Trips for the trekking team (Roughly £50)
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Lunches and Dinners outside of the trekking phase, and some lunches during the trek
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Souvenirs
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Additional food and beverages
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Personal trekking kit (Boots,rucksacks etc)
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Services and Accommodation not included in the planned itinerary.
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Arrival in Morocco & Transfer to the Mountains
We fly from the UK to Marrakech, where the adventure begins straight away. After landing, we transfer (approx. 90 minutes) to the mountain village of Aroumd (2,000m)—our base for the next couple of days.
Day 2 – Acclimatisation Hike from Aroumd
Our first day on the trail is all about getting our bodies ready for the summit. We’ll take an acclimatisation hike from Aroumd, likely ascending the nearby peak of Tiz N’Nzik (2,668m). This gentle intro helps us prepare for the bigger climb ahead.
Day 3 – Hike to the Toubkal Refuge
We begin our journey toward Mount Toubkal with a 5–6 hour hike to the mountain refuge at the base of the peak. This will be our home for the next two nights, nestled high in the Atlas Mountains.
Days 4 & 5 – Summit Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
These two days are kept flexible to allow for the best weather and team readiness.
On one of the days, we’ll summit Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa.
We typically start around 2am to catch sunrise from the summit or the upper slopes—an unforgettable sight that makes the early start totally worth it. After summiting, we return to the refuge for lunch.
If summit day falls on Day 5, we’ll continue our descent back to Aroumd in the afternoon.
If we use the spare day before summiting, we may explore the South Col (3,600m) or even push a little higher to help with acclimatisation. If we summit first, the extra day can be used to relax, explore nearby trails, or descend at a gentler pace—depending on weather and group energy.
Day 6 – Return to Marrakech
After a short recovery hike from Aroumd to Imlil, we transfer back to Marrakech. With the hiking behind us, it’s time to enjoy a celebratory meal and soak up the atmosphere of this lively, colourful city.
Day 7 – Free Day in Marrakech
Enjoy a full day in Marrakech to explore the souks, relax in a hammam, visit the medina, or sip mint tea in the bustling main square.
You're also welcome to fly home today if you prefer a shorter itinerary.
Day 8 – Return to the UK
A more cost-effective day to fly home. After breakfast, we’ll head to the airport for our return flight, typically arriving back in the UK by mid-afternoon.
✈️ Want to stay longer?
As with all our adventures, you’re welcome to extend your trip and spend more time in Morocco if you’d like.
TRIP SPECIFIC FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
General FAQs about our trips, booking, fitness etc can be found here
What about Altitude Sickness?
Having concerns about AMS is very natural and it is unfortunately unpredictable. This trip does involve a big day of ascent between Aroumd and the refuge, but due to our additional day at Aroumd we will head out on an acclimatisation walk which will better prepare your body for this jump in altitude. The summit day from the refeuge also includes 900m ascent. We plan in another acclimatisation day before the summit day to again prepare the body for this big jump in altitude. These two acclimatisation days not only increase your chances of success and, limit the chances of getting sick, but it also provides a longer, less 'smash and grab' style expedition. We will of course walk slowly, take plenty of rest and drink lots as we ascend.
How fit do I really need to be and what skills do I require?
The fitter you are the more you will enjoy it, and the more chance you'll have of getting to base camp. Being able to complete 2-3 days of big hill walks in the UK is a good gauge that you're ready. There is time set aside on the winter expeditions to help you get to grips with winter walking, so don't be put off if you've not done it before.
How can we help you get fit?
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Matt is a qualified Personal Trainer so if you want some formal training just get in touch with us via Summit Push Fitness
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Come and join some of our walks in the Lake District through Lakeland Mountain Guides
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Ask us for our FREE 12 week training plan
What Technical Kit do I require?
The summer expedition just requires normal hill walking kit and and a good 3 season sleeping bag. The winter trip requires winter equipment in the form of a walking axe, crampons and winter boots, plus a 4 season sleeping bag. The winter equipment can be hired in country or direct from us.
The Full Summer trip Kit List can be viewed here
The Full Winter trip Kit List can be viewed here
What about the Food and Accommodation?
The food in Morocco is excellent and wholesome. The accommodation in Marrakech will be of 3-4* standard. Expect to share a room with one other unless you book a single supplement. The accommodation on the trek is much more basic and shared, but this is the nature of such expeditions.
Should you need to leave the expedition early, any additional accommodation costs will need to be covered by you (or depending on the circumstance, your insurance)
More info can be found in our Hints ,Tips & Trip Reports section
