Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains Trek

Come join me on a fabulous trip Morocco. This adventure offers a superb introduction to both the dramatic landscapes and enduring traditions of Morocco. Blending alpine trekking with cultural exploration, the trip takes you from the vibrant heart of Marrakesh to the rugged trails of the High Atlas Mountains. Begin by exploring the narrow alleyways of the old medina, lively souqs and elegant palaces of Marrakesh, one of Morocco’s most captivating imperial cities. Then leave the bustle behind as you head into the mountains, where your trek begins among traditional Berber villages and terraced valleys. You will be guided by an experienced local crew including mule handlers, camp staff and certified mountain guides. Over seven days of walking, you’ll follow ancient mule trails through walnut groves, alpine pastures and flower-filled meadows, with snow-capped peaks rising high above. You will camp beneath the stars in fully supported wilderness camps. You will experience warm Berber hospitality with overnights in family-run homestays. The final challenge and reward is the ascent of Mount Toubkal (4,167m / 13,671ft), the highest peak in North Africa. While the climb is non-technical, it requires good fitness and steady determination. Reaching the summit is a powerful achievement and a memorable conclusion to this remarkable Moroccan adventure.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1-Arrive in Marrakesh

Day 2-Explore Marrakesh, guided city tour & visit medina

Day 3-Drive to Imi Oughlad, Trek to Tiziane (1,600m) 5–6 hours | 11–12 km / 7 mi

Day 4-Trek to Tizgui (1800m) via Tizi n’Touati Pass (2,100m) 6 hours | 12 km / 7.5 mi

Day 5-Trek to Tizi Oussem via Tizi n’Tagoudalte (2,700m) 5 hours | 10 km / 6 mi

Day 6-Trek to Tazaghart Plateau (3,000m) 5–6 hours | 11 km / 7 mi

Day 7-Trek to Toubkal Base Camp via Tizi n’Ougalzim (3,700m) 6–7 hours | 12 km / 7.5 mi

Day 8-Summit Mount Toubkal (4,167m / 13,671ft) 6–7 hours | 10 km / 6 mi round trip

Day 9-Descend to Imlil, Drive to Marrakesh (450m) 4–5 hours | 9 km / 5.5 mi

Day 10-Free Day in Marrakech

Day 11-Trip concludes in Marrakesh

What's included

• * 10 breakfasts, 8 lunches and 7 dinners
• * Airport transfers (day 1 and 11 only)
• * 4 nights in traditional riads on a twinshare basis
• * 2 nights in local homestay on a twinshare basis
• * 4 nights fully supported camping on a twinshare tent basis
• * Group camping equipment including tent, sleeping bag and mat
• * English speaking tour leader, cook and camp crew
• * City guide in Marrakesh
• * Mules and mule handlers to carry personal and group equipment on trek
• * Mineral water during trek
• * Park entrance and trek fees as listed in itinerary
• * Emergency medical kit
• * Private transport

What's not included

• * International flights and airport taxes
• * Arrival and departure transfers (if not arriving Day 1 or departing Day 10)
• * Aerated and alcoholic drinks; mineral water (except on trek)
• * Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc.
• * Tips
• * Visa
• * Travel Insurance

 All photos complements of World Expeditions.

Cost: $1,800

Single occupancy supplement: $350 (The trip leader must approve this in advance, so he will know how to make room assignments!)

Signing up for the trip: This web page is designed to put everyone on the waitlist. The trip leader will move people off the waitlist based on his determination, in his sole discretion, of each person's strength as a hiker, social compatibility, experience with the club, available sleeping arrangements, and any other factor he decides to consider. Trip leaders will be given special consideration. If the trip leader moves you to the event, you will get an email notifying you of this fact. That email will provide you with a link to the private web page where you can pay for the trip and get more detailed information about the trip. It is your responsibility to monitor your email and make payment as required below promptly after receiving confirmation you are on the trip. 

Paying for the trip: Immediately after you are added to the trip, you must pay the non-refundable $25 AOC, following the instructions below. The cost for the trip must be paid within five calendar days of being added to the trip directly to World Expeditions at the web page linked in the email you receive after being added.

Most members will not require a visa, but please check visa requirements yourself at the official government website: https://www.acces-maroc.ma/#/

The US State Department issued a level two travel alert on April 21, 2025: 

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/travela dvisories/morocco-travel-advisory.html

The $25 cost includes ONLY the non-refundable AOC fee. You will pay the tour company $1,800 through the website linked above. You will be removed from the event if both the non-refundable AOC fee and the full trip payment to the outfitter are not paid promptly.

As noted above, the AOC fee is non-refundable. The payment for the trip will non-refundable once the minimum number of members pay for the trip. If any member who pays for the trip is unable to attend, they may help the trip leader find a replacement member. If the trip leader—in his sole discretion— accepts the replacement, the replacement must reimburse the member who dropped within five days of being added, or they will be removed from the event. I highly recommend trip insurance.