Mt Toubkal Climb

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Average Review Rating: from 77 reviews.

GERARD GILL

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Written October 2011
Great Trip, fantastic scenery and a great guide..
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Scenery was amazing..
What did you think of your group leader?
Mohammed was an excellent guide..
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Last day is pretty openended so book a walking trip of the city
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Two days in the ciy is enough, people are great but be careful of the snake charmers..if they get your camera it'll cost you to get it back..
Sean Turner

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Written September 2011
First 4000m peak for my wife and first time on an "organised" trek for me so wasn't sure how I would get on being led by someone else but had a ball and would recommend it to anyone - stress free mountain climbing - walk, eat, sleep - superb!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Hmmmm.....topping out on Toubkal was great as it was the main objective and it was superb to see my wife Susies happy wee face having climbed it - very proud of her, but I also really enjoyed Toubkals South Summit as I was the only one on it and the day after we bagged Ounakrim which was more challenging and quieter - our group being the only ones there instead of the 50 or so people on the summit of Toubkal the day before.
What did you think of your group leader?
Couldn't have asked for anyone better. Abdullah was knowledgeable, professional, very experienced and you couldn't meet a more likeable guy.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
These things are all relative depending upon your previous experience but, if you are a competent UK hillwalker comfortable on the higher UK mountains, you should be OK. A lot of the terrain higher up is loose and can be steep - think the Scafells, the Mamores Munros, Ben Nevis from the Carn mor Dearg side rather than the tourist path. My Susie has done around 60 Munros and isn't a fan of heights and she managed fine. Doing this the long way around gives plenty of time to acclimatise and get used to the type of terrain you will encounter on summit day. The trip is well supported and you only carry your own daypack. Plenty of food - more tending to veg than meat and typically Moroccan - though we also got chips in the high hut which was good.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
As I said earlier this was my first experience of being organised by someone else - I am used to climbing and walking with friends and I usually do the organising which can be stressful at times - accomodation, food, route finding etc. My wife thought that this type of thing might not suit me but she fancied it for her 40th birthday so we booked - she half expected me to spend the week a bit frustrated at being "led". On the contrary I enjoyed the majority of it - eat, walk, eat, walk, eat, sleep was pretty much the order of the day with nothing much else to think about - stress free for me. Certainly helped that we had a great crowd to walk with and Abdullah had his head well screwed on - he knew when to take things a little quicker or slower etc - very experienced in the Atlas mountains. Occasionally it would have been nice to do my own thing but no complaints from me and I think we are now planning on something else for next year - probably Kili.
Jennifer Macdougall

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Written September 2011
A great trip for those who like to stretch their muscles amid stunning backdrops. The walks varied in length and steepness, but were very achievable with a good starting level of fitness. Lots of fun being in a group, with constant chatter and altitude-induced fits of giggles!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Climbing Toubkal was an obvious highlight - the steady trip up, the views from the top, and the scree running on the way back down. The mountains were beautiful, and the sunsets and stars also spectacular. We also had some great meals cooked for us on the road, and exploring the local food stalls on the last afternoon in Marrakesh gave us some unusual culinary experiences!
What did you think of your group leader?
Mohamed was an excellent leader - patient, friendly and organised. He kept the group together well.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared for dorms, early starts and the occasional tepid shower... but when approached with the right spirit, it all adds to the experience. Also - buy proper walking socks. They're the best!
James Bowman

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Written August 2011
Very enjoyable holiday. Tougher in terms of difficulty of terrain than I was expecting. Didn't enjoy Marrakech as much as the mountains.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Reaching the summit of Mt Toublkal.
What did you think of your group leader?
Excellent. Very friendly but I also had complete confidence in his abilities to lead the group.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take walking sticks.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
No.
Satu Hietanen
MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Written July 2011
Beautiful country, wonderful people, interesting culture and great food... A perfect getaway to a completely different world in just three hours.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The ascent of Mt Toubkal was great but the highlight of the trip was, without a doubt, the optional ascent of Mt Ouanakrim on the following day. This ascent is more technical (requires a bit of scrambling) and therefore lots of other groups don't do it. We were very lucky to be the only ones on the trek and at the summit on that day. The weather played part perfectly too - 2/3 of the way up we had the most beautiful view over the mountain range - brilliant early morning sunshine over a sea of clouds. And the view from the summit was even more spectacular.
What did you think of your group leader?
It was great to have a local Berber as a guide. Rachid was a great leader; easy to get on with, well organised, funny, very knowledgeable and always smiling. In addition to enjoying the mountains we learned a lot about the life in the Atlas and in Morocco in general.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take gloves and an extra warm layer (I had a light down jacket with me in July) if you feel cold easily. It gets cold in the evenings (if you want to sit outside) and the early start on the summit day can be chilly too.
You can buy water and snacks throughout the trek but it's good to have small notes with you as the change of 100 dirhams is often a problem.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Just go for it! If you like trekking and the mountains, you'll have a great time.
Anne-Marie Shepherd

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Written July 2011
SOmetimes the food is good, or the scenery is good, or the guide is good, but all were good including the other people on the trip which you can't always plan.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Meeting other people from all walks of life with very different views and lifstyles
What did you think of your group leader?
Ace. Informative. Trustworthy. Fun
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take hat and gloves - it can be very snowy at the top. ANd remember waterproofs too - and a good head torch.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I liked the snacks from the local market
deborah firth

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Written May 2011
This is a fantastic trip, book it!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
An exhilarating summit!
What did you think of your group leader?
Hassan was a fantastic guide.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Just book it!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
A fab climb, challenging but still enjoyable!

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