Toubkal Trek 3 Days: A Gentler Climb to North Africa’s Highest Peak

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Why Choose This Toubkal Trek 3 Days

This Toubkal trek 3 days gives you more time to adapt to the altitude than the classic two-day climb. To begin with, you walk from Imlil to the village of Aroumd and sleep in a Berber guesthouse. Then you continue to the mountain refuge, and on day three you climb to the 4,167 m summit at dawn before walking back to Imlil.

Throughout the trek, a licensed mountain guide leads you, while mules carry the bags. In fact, a licensed guide is required for foreign hikers on Toubkal. As a result, you walk light and safely.

However, if you are short on time, see our Toubkal trek 2 days. Also read our guide to climbing Mount Toubkal.

High Atlas seen on the Toubkal trek 3 days — The High Atlas seen on the Toubkal Trek 3 Days.

Duration	3 days / 2 nights
Start and end	Your hotel or riad in Marrakech
Walking	Day 1: about 2 to 3 hours. Day 2: about 4 to 5 hours. Day 3: about 8 to 9 hours
Level	Challenging, but easier than 2 days
Nights	Guesthouse in Aroumd and the Toubkal refuge
Best time	April to October without winter gear
Price	Ask us for the price

Highlights of the Toubkal Trek 3 Days

To begin with, start in the mountain village of Imlil.
Then sleep in a Berber guesthouse in Aroumd.
After that, walk past the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch to the refuge.
Also, acclimatise better with an extra night.
Later, climb to the 4,167 m summit at dawn.
Finally, walk back down the valley to Imlil.

Toubkal Trek 3 Days: Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – Imlil – Aroumd

To begin with, your driver picks you up in Marrakech in the morning and drives about 1 hour 30 minutes to Imlil. Then you meet your guide and walk to Aroumd, at about 1,900 m. In the evening, you sleep in a Berber guesthouse.

Day 2: Aroumd – Sidi Chamharouch – Toubkal Refuge

Then you walk up the valley past the shrine of Sidi Chamharouch. In general, the walk takes 4 to 5 hours to the refuge at about 3,200 m, where you rest and have dinner.

Day 3: Toubkal Summit – Imlil – Marrakech

Early in the morning, you climb to the summit at 4,167 m in about 3 to 4 hours. Later, you walk back down to Imlil, and your driver takes you to Marrakech in the evening.

Expert tip from our mountain guides

Walk slowly on day two, because a steady pace helps with the altitude. In addition, drink often and bring a warm sleeping layer for the refuge. Finally, from November to March the summit needs crampons and an ice axe, so tell us and we adapt the trek.

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What Is Included

Good to Know Before Your Toubkal Trek

Level: you need good fitness, but the extra day makes it easier.
Altitude: walk slowly and drink often.
Winter: snow and ice need special gear from November to March.
Packing: see our trekking in Morocco packing list.
Booking terms: please read our terms and conditions before you confirm.

Price of the Toubkal Trek 3 Days

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Tour Route Map

Marrakech → Imlil → Aroumd → Toubkal refuge → Toubkal summit → Imlil → Marrakech

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FAQ About the Toubkal Trek 3 Days

Is the Toubkal trek 3 days easier than 2 days?

Yes, in general, because the extra night helps you adapt to the altitude.

Do I need a guide?

Yes, a licensed guide is required for foreign hikers on Toubkal.

Where do we sleep?

In a Berber guesthouse in Aroumd and in the Toubkal refuge.

When is the best time?

April to October is best without winter gear.

What should I bring?

Boots, warm layers, a sleeping bag, a headlamp and sunscreen.

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