6 Days Toubkal Trek via Ifni Lake: Experience the Best of Morocco's Atlas Mountains

Discover the natural beauty and cultural richness of Morocco's Atlas Mountains on this unforgettable 6-day Toubkal trek via Ifni Lake. With the guidance of our expert local guides, you will embark on a journey through breathtaking valleys and mountain passes, camp beside the serene waters of Ifni Lake, and summit Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to stay in traditional Berber guesthouses and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of this stunning region. Let us take you off the beaten path to explore the hidden gems of the Atlas Mountains and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Day 1: Marrakech - Imlil - Tizi n'Tamaterte - Tacheddirt We will start our Toubkal trek by leaving Marrakech early in the morning to drive to Imlil, a small Berber village located at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. From Imlil, we will begin our trek, crossing the Tizi n'Tamaterte pass (2,279m) and hiking through the Ait Mizane Valley. We will stop for lunch in the village of Tamatert before continuing on to Tacheddirt, where we will spend the night in a traditional Berber guesthouse.

Day 2: Tacheddirt - Tizi n'Likemt - Azib n'Tansoult After breakfast, we will continue our trek, ascending to the Tizi n'Likemt pass (3,555m) for breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks. We will then descend to the remote Azib n'Tansoult valley, where we will camp for the night.

Day 3: Azib n'Tansoult - Ifni Lake - Neltner Refuge Today, we will trek to the stunning Ifni Lake, situated at an altitude of 2,310m. We will enjoy a picnic lunch by the lake before continuing on to the Neltner Refuge (3,207m), where we will spend the night.

Day 4: Neltner Refuge - Toubkal Summit - Refuge Today is the highlight of our trek as we aim to reach the summit of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, standing at 4,167m. We will start our ascent early in the morning, passing through the rocky terrain to reach the summit. From the summit, we will enjoy panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains before descending to the Refuge for the night.

Day 5: Refuge - Sidi Chamharouch - Imlil After breakfast, we will descend to the village of Sidi Chamharouch, a religious site with a shrine dedicated to a local saint. We will have lunch here before continuing on to Imlil, where we will spend the night in a traditional Berber guesthouse.

Day 6: Imlil - Marrakech After breakfast, we will drive back to Marrakech, where our Toubkal trek will come to an end. We will arrive in Marrakech in the early afternoon, giving you time to explore the city's vibrant markets and historic sites.