7 Days Toubkal Peak & Valleys
Marrakech - Safi
Location
Imlil - High Atlas Mountains
Date
May 18, 2027
Duration
7 days / 6 nights
Difficulty
Hard
seats
18 seats
About this trip
The 7 Days Toubkal Peak & Valleys trek is a challenging grand tour of the central High Atlas, combining the Berber valleys, the turquoise Lake Ifni, and a summit climb of Mount Toubkal (4,167 m). Starting in Imlil, you cross the Tizi Mzik pass into the Azzaden valley, trek through Berber villages to Lake Ifni — the only natural lake in the High Atlas — then climb the steep Tizi n'Ouanoums pass (3,664 m) to the Neltner Refuge. An early-morning summit push takes you to the highest point in North Africa before descending back to Imlil. This trek is for fit, experienced walkers comfortable with long days and high altitude.
Day-by-day itinerary
Marrakech – Imlil – Tizi Mzik – Tizi Oussem
Drive to Imlil and trek over the Tizi Mzik pass (2,489 m) into the Azzaden valley. Descend to Tizi Oussem (1,900 m) for the first night in a Berber guesthouse.
Accommodation: Berber guesthouse in Tizi Oussem
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Tizi Oussem – Azzaden Valley – Assaka
Follow the Azzaden river through walnut groves and Berber villages to Assaka. Overnight in a family guesthouse.
Accommodation: Berber guesthouse in Assaka
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Assaka – Tizi n'Tagharhourt – Imlil – Tizi n'Isri
Climb over the Tizi n'Tagharhourt pass (2,300 m) back to Imlil, then continue up toward the village of Tizi n'Isri on the way to Lake Ifni. Overnight in a village guesthouse.
Accommodation: Guesthouse near Tizi n'Isri
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Tizi n'Isri – Lake Ifni
Trek to the shores of Lake Ifni (2,295 m), the only natural lake in the High Atlas — a striking turquoise pool ringed by dramatic cliffs. Camp beside the lake for the night.
Accommodation: Camp beside Lake Ifni
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lake Ifni – Tizi n'Ouanoums Pass – Neltner Refuge
Climb the steep scree slope to the Tizi n'Ouanoums pass (3,664 m), the highest point before the summit. Descend to the Neltner Refuge (3,207 m) at the base of Toubkal. Rest and prepare for the summit attempt.
Accommodation: Neltner Refuge (dormitory)
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Neltner Refuge – Toubkal Summit (4,167 m) – Imlil
Early start for the summit push to the highest point in North Africa (4,167 m), with panoramic views over the Atlas, Anti-Atlas, and the Sahara. Descend back to the refuge for lunch, then continue all the way down to Imlil. Celebratory dinner and overnight in a guesthouse.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Imlil
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Imlil – Marrakech
After breakfast, transfer by vehicle back to Marrakech, arriving around midday. Drop-off at your accommodation.
Accommodation: None (return to Marrakech)
Meals: Breakfast
What’s included
- Round-trip transportation between Marrakech and Imlil
- Expert Berber mountain guide, English-speaking
- Berber cook and all meals on the trek
- Summit of Mount Toubkal (4,167 m), highest peak in North Africa
- Lake Ifni, the only natural lake in the High Atlas
- Nights in guesthouses, camp, and the Neltner Refuge
- Mules and muleteers to carry your luggage
Group pricing
Group pricing — Price per person, depending on your group size.
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