Toubkal Trek & Sahara Desert Adventure

This trip is the perfect combination to experience both the climb to Mount Toubkal and explore the Sahara Desert. In just one week, you will summit the highest peak in North Africa and enjoy a memorable journey through the vast sand dunes of the desert.

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Overview

Prices from
£380 pp

Duration
5 days

Difficulty
Challenging

Availability
All year

Itinerary

Day 1 - Marrakech – Imlil – Toubkal Refuge

After a 1.5-hour drive to the town of Imlil, meet your local team and begin a 6-hour hike to Toubkal Refuge (3,200 m). A lunch stop will be made along the way. Overnight stay in dormitory-style accommodation at the refuge.

Day 2 - Summit Mount Toubkal (4,167 m) and return to Imlil (1,760 m)

After an early breakfast, we begin our trek to Mount Toubkal. The ascent will take up to 4 hours to reach the summit. Afterward, we return to the refuge for lunch before heading down to Imlil. You will stay in a local house with a hot shower and enjoy a warm dinner.

Day 3 - Imlil – Ait Benhaddou Kasbah – Rose Valley – Dades Valley

Today, you will travel towards the southeast of Morocco, exploring the ancient Ait Benhaddou Kasbah. You will drive through Ouarzazate, known as the ‘Hollywood of Morocco,’ and pass through the scenic Rose Valley. Enjoy an overnight stay in a hotel, including dinner and breakfast.

Day 4 - Journey Deep into the Desert

We will drive from Dades Valley to Todra Gorges, where we will enjoy a short walk in the valley. Afterward, we will have lunch in the village of Tinjdad. We will then head towards the mesmerizing sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Upon arrival, we will be welcomed by the local team and embark on a camel ride across the dunes. We will spend the night in a desert camp, watching the sunset. Enjoy dinner, a campfire, and traditional music.

Day 5 - Merzouga Dunes – Tichka Pass – Marrakech

The journey will take you back to Marrakech after spending a memorable night in the Sahara Desert. You will stop in Ouarzazate for lunch and explore the famous Taourirt Kasbah. Afterward, drive through the spectacular Tichka Pass, arriving in Marrakech where you will stay in a hotel with breakfast included.

What's Included / Not Included?

Included

  • Transport from Marrakech to Imlil
  • Tour guide
  • All meals in the mountains
  • Porters
  • Overnight in the refuge
  • Overnight in Imlil
  • Overnight in Dades
  • Overnight in Merzouga
  • Last night in Marrakech
  • AC Private Minibus for Sahara Trip
  • Dinners and breakfasts on the Sahara trip
  • Camel ride

What's Not Included

  • Beverages
  • Local tipping
  • Personal travel insurance

Accommodation

Imlil: Guest house

Toubkal: Refuge

Dades: Hotel

Merzouga: Camp

Marrakech: Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to bring?
  • Luggage bag (easy to carry by porters or mules)

  • Small backpack (for daily essentials)

  • Walking shoes (for treks)

  • Sandals

  • Hat (for trekking)

  • Gloves (for winter treks)

  • Sunglasses

  • Sunscreen

  • Double socks

  • 2 pairs of walking pants

  • Fleece jacket

  • Rain jacket

  • Rain pants

  • First aid kit (for trekking)

  • Warm jacket

  • Ski boots (for ski touring)

  • CamelBak or hydration system

  • Water purification tablets (for treks)

  • Personal medication (may be difficult to find in Moroccan pharmacies)

  • Head torch

  • Personal travel insurance


Note: If you need to rent any equipment from our shop, please email us in advance.

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Please let us know what date you would like to start your trek and how many people are in your group. We will send you a quote as soon as possible.