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→ Overview: Mount Toubkal Trek 2 Days from Marrakech
This Toubkal trek 2 days takes you to the summit of Jebel Toubkal, at 4,167 m the highest peak in North Africa. On day one, you hike from Imlil to the Toubkal Refuge. On day two, you climb to the summit at sunrise and walk back down to Imlil, before returning to Marrakech. It is a demanding trek, ideal for fit hikers with little time.
Private trek with an English- and Spanish-speaking mountain guide · transfers from Marrakech · refuge night and meals.
Languages
English, Spanish
Tour type
Private trek
Availability
All year, daily departures
→ Toubkal trek 2 days at a Glance
| Duration | 2 days / 1 night |
|---|---|
| Start and end | Marrakech, pick-up at your riad or hotel |
| Route | Marrakech – Imlil (1,740 m) – Sidi Chamharouch – Toubkal Refuge (3,207 m) – Toubkal summit (4,167 m) – Imlil – Marrakech |
| Night | 1 night in the Toubkal Refuge (shared dormitory) |
| Meals | Lunch, dinner, breakfast and lunch |
| Walking | Day 1: about 5–6 h. Day 2: about 8–10 h |
| Difficulty | Demanding: good fitness needed, no climbing skills in summer |
| Best season | April to October; in winter, snow and crampons |
→ Why Choose This Trek
If you are fit and short on time, this is the fastest way to stand on the roof of North Africa. In addition, the trek is fully private: your own guide sets the pace for your group, and a mule carries the heavy bags. If you prefer a gentler climb with better acclimatisation, choose our Toubkal trek 3 days instead.
→ Toubkal trek 2 days Highlights
- Reach the summit of Jebel Toubkal, 4,167 m, the highest peak in North Africa.
- Watch the sunrise over the High Atlas from the top.
- Walk through Imlil and Aroumd, Berber villages surrounded by walnut trees.
- Pass the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch on the way up.
- Sleep at the Toubkal Refuge, at the foot of the summit.
- Enjoy mint tea and Berber meals cooked in the mountains.
→ Toubkal trek 2 days Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Imlil – Sidi Chamharouch – Toubkal Refuge
Your driver picks you up in Marrakech in the morning. After about 1.5 hours, we reach Imlil, at 1,740 m, where you meet your mountain guide and the mule that carries the bags. First, we walk through the village of Aroumd and cross the valley floor. Then, the path climbs to the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch, where we stop for lunch.
In the afternoon, we continue up the valley to the Toubkal Refuge, at 3,207 m. The walk takes about 5 to 6 hours in total. In the evening, you have dinner and go to bed early.
Overnight
Toubkal Refuge, in a shared dormitory, with dinner and breakfast.
Day 2: Toubkal summit – Imlil – Marrakech
We start very early, usually before dawn. The climb to the summit takes about 3 to 4 hours, on a steep, rocky path. At the top, you enjoy views over the whole High Atlas and, on clear days, as far as the Sahara.
Afterwards, we walk back down to the refuge for a break, and then continue to Imlil for a late lunch. Finally, your driver takes you back to Marrakech, where you arrive in the evening.
Drop-off
At your riad or hotel in Marrakech. Total walking: about 8 to 10 hours.
→ What’s Included and Not Included
Everything is clear from the start, so there are no surprise fees.
What's Included
Covered from start to finish
- Private transport Marrakech – Imlil – Marrakech.
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech.
- Licensed local mountain guide (English and Spanish).
- Mule and muleteer to carry the main luggage.
- 1 night in the Toubkal Refuge (dormitory).
- Meals during the trek: 2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast.
- Mint tea and drinking water during meals.
What's not Included
Extra costs to plan for
- Sleeping bag and personal trekking gear.
- Crampons and ice axe in winter (rental on request).
- Snacks and extra drinks.
- Tips for guide and muleteer.
- Travel insurance.
- Anything not listed under “Included”.
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→ Good to Know: Toubkal trek 2 days
- FitnessYou need good fitness: the summit day is long and steep, with about 960 m of climb and 2,400 m of descent.
- AltitudeAbove 3,000 m, some people feel headaches or tiredness. Drink water and walk slowly; the 3-day trek is better for acclimatisation.
- WinterFrom about November to April, the summit is often covered in snow. Then crampons and an ice axe are needed.
- RefugeThe refuge has shared dormitories, blankets and hot meals, but it can be busy in spring and autumn.
- What to bringHiking boots, warm layers, a windproof jacket, a hat, gloves, a head torch, sunscreen and a sleeping bag.
Local Expert Tip
Leave your big suitcase at your riad in Marrakech and carry only a light daypack: the mule takes the rest. Also, start the summit day slowly; the first hour is the hardest.
→ Toubkal trek 2 days: Frequently Asked Questions
How hard is the Toubkal trek 2 days?
It is demanding but non-technical in summer. You need good fitness, as the second day has 8 to 10 hours of walking.
Do I need experience to climb Toubkal?
Not in summer, if you are fit. In winter, some experience with crampons helps; your guide will explain everything.
Where do we sleep?
At the Toubkal Refuge, at 3,207 m, in shared dormitories.
Is the guide Spanish-speaking?
Yes. Our mountain guides speak English and Spanish.
Can we do it in winter?
Yes, with crampons and an ice axe, depending on the snow conditions. Ask us before booking.
Should I choose 2 or 3 days?
Choose 2 days if you are fit and short on time. Choose 3 days for a gentler climb and better acclimatisation.
→ Customize Your Trek
Because this is a private trek, we can adapt it. For example, travellers often ask us to:
- Add a night for acclimatisation with the Toubkal trek 3 days.
- Start with an easy warm-up on the Atlas Mountains day hike.
- Continue to the Sahara after the trek with the 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga tour.
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This trek is private, so the price depends on your group size, dates and season. Send us your dates and number of hikers and we will reply with a clear quote, with no hidden costs.
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- Built around your dates
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