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Jebel Toubkal, Morocco
THE MOUNTAIN
Trek to the summit of the highest peak in Northern Africa at 4167m. The summit provides breathtaking 360 degree views of the High Atlas and the Sahara desert. During the winter months, Mt Toubkal and the surrounding peaks of the High Atlas turn into a winter walkers' paradise.It is a great time to visit: the mountains are virtually deserted apart from the local Berbers and a handful of enthusiasts.
THE COUNTRY
Explore Africa’s most fascinating and vibrant cities, Marrakech. Meet and dine with the Berber mountain people and experience the chaos and beauty of the markets and souks. Morocco is truly a country of contrasts.
THE CHALLENGE
Starting from Imlil at 1750m you will pass remote villages, the Atlas flood plaines, rocky cliffs and eventually traverse the jagged rocks and snow to the very top of the Atlas mountains, Jebel Toubkal. Crampons and ice axes may be required on some of the days, but this trip is designed to be non-technical and achievable by those who are enthusiastic and fit, even if they are new to winter walking.
PRICES
5 DAYS ALL INCLUSIVE
just £450pp
(Prices excludes UK transport, Flight and personal insurance)
DATES
WINTER
25th - 29th March 2012
SUMMER
TBC
DAY TO DAY ITINERARY
DAY ONE
Fly to Marrakech and transfer to Imlil.
Imlil is a village in the mountains at the foot of Jebel Toubkal. It is approximately 2 hours drive from the airport. We will be using a local taxi service. We’ll Begin your acclimatisation here with a night at 1750m above sea level.
DAY TWO
Trek to Mountain Refuge
Trek though the village of Imlil to Sidi Chamarouch where we will stop for some local Berber Tea and a rest in the sun. In the afternoon we will carry on our trek up to the Toubkal Refuge 3207m
This day should take us between 5 and 7 hours.
DAY THREE
Summit Day!
Starting the day early to will maximise the chances of success. There is a lot of height gain as we climb up to the summit of Jebel Toubkal 4167m. A quick break and we then descend back to the refuge for more celebratory tea.
This day should take between 6 and 8 hours.
DAY FOUR
Transfer to Marrakech
We will descend back to Imlil and then take taxis back to Marrakech. An opportunity to experience the amazing souks and markets.
If we experience bad weather on the previous day today can be used to summit Jebel Toubkal and then descend to the valley the same day.
DAY FIVE
Marrakech
A great opportunity experience the amazing souks and markets, go sight seeing, or grab a traditional Hammam (massage/sauna) to relax the weary legs before flying home or continuing your onward travel.
The exact itinerary will depend on flight times. |
