7 Days | Trek the Atlas Mountains in winter and discover the beauty of Mount Toubkal
Discover the stunning Atlas Mountains in winter and trek to ‘the roof of North Africa’, Mount Toubkal. This adventure-filled trip will take you from the bustling cityscape of Marrakech, transport you into the out-of-this-world mountain regions and give you a taste of Berber culture. Experience the magic of this region in winter; expect snow-capped peaks, crunchy ice beneath your boots and the freshest mountain air to fill your lungs. With a trusty pack of mules and expert crew, you’ll hike through the rugged mountains with spectacular scenery at every turn. Stay in mountain gites and refuge and enjoy traditional home-made meals to fuel your adventures.
Trip overview
- Start
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Finish
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Theme
- Walking & trekking, Winter Active
- Destinations
- Morocco
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Basix
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- XMXOW
- Experience the High Atlas Mountains with a wintery twist – expect snow-capped peaks, icy groundcover, refreshing mountain air and clear skies that lead all the way to the ocean.
- Summit the highest peak in North Africa, the majestic Mount Toubkal, with an experienced local guide to lead the way.
- Hike through the rugged mountains with spectacular scenery at every turn and a trusty pack of mules heading up your crew.
- Enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine, freshly cooked each day, to fuel you for your epic mountain adventures.
- Embrace the vibrant souks, sights, sounds and smells of Marrakech on a guided walking tour of the Medina.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Education for All. Donations help them support girls in the High Atlas Mountains through secondary school, bringing a generation of women out of the cycle of illiteracy, poverty and early marriage.
- High Atlas Mountains can be very cold in the winter, with feel-like temperature reaching -20⁰C (or more on extreme days!), so you must have the appropriate footwear and clothing. To be fully prepared, please follow the recommended clothing list closely. As your luggage will be carried up the mountain by mules, we ask that you have no more than 1 bag (duffle bag or rucksack) weighing no more than 16 kgs and a small rucksack for trekking essentials.
- Winter weather can be unpredictable in high mountains so we may need to make itinerary changes to keep the group safe and well at all times. If this occurs, we will do our best to find comparable activities and experiences
- In 2025, Ramadan will take place from 1 to 30 March. Travelling during this holy month can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the daytime, such as restaurants or coffee bars, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2025 - 31 December 2025
Inclusions
6 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
Private minibus, trekking
Hotel (2 nights), Mountain Gite (2 nights), Mountain Refuge (2 nights)
- Imlil to Aroumd guided trek
- Imlil to Mount Toubkal Basecamp guided hike
- Mount Toubkal guided summit trek
- High Atlas guided trek (Ras Ouanoukrim or Tizi n’ Ouagane)
- Marrakech - Medina walking tour
- Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
- Marrakech - A Taste Of Marrakech: Inside the Medina Urban Adventure - MAD605
- Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD2090
- Marrakech - Heart of the Atlas Mountains cycling day trip with lunch - MAD2000
- Marrakech - Palmery Cycling Tour - MAD540
- Marrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. - MAD640
- Marrakech - Quad Biking the Rock Desert & Palmgrove - MAD715
- Marrakech - Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour - MAD438
- Marrakech - Quad Biking Barrage Lalla Takerkoust - MAD1650
Dates and availability
Important notes
1.This is a Winter trekking trip, so the physical demands are higher than on any other trips. While no previous experience is necessary, a reasonable level of general fitness is required and will certainly help increase the enjoyment of the trip.
2. Parts of your trip go above 2800 meters / 9200 feet where it is common for travellers to experience some adverse health effects due to the altitude.
3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to nights in Marrakech only and excludes nights spend on the approach and in the Basecamp (Days 2-5). Single supplement is subject to availability and there is limited number available per departure. If you would like to book a single supplement please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Want an in-depth insight into this trip? Essential Trip Information provides a detailed itinerary, visa info, how to get to your hotel, what's included - pretty much everything you need to know about this adventure and more.
Read Essential Trip InformationReviews
Filter by rating