Peaks And Valleys Of The Atlas - Trekking Holiday In Morocco

Three peaks over 4000m, including Toubkal Classic trek through remote villages Absorb Berber culture and visit Marrakech

During Morocco mountain trek, we plan to summit Jebel Toubkal, North Africa's highest peak (4167m), Jebel Ouanakrim (4088m) and the lesser-known Jebel Adrar n'Dern (4001m). However, this trek offers far more than peak-bagging as we discover seldom-visited gorges, passes and valleys and as we cross the High Atlas Range, we are rewarded by spectacular views as far as the Sahara to the south. Some of our campsites are in high valleys, often cut off by snow in the winter but used as pastures during the summer months. One night we camp near Lake Ifni with the chance of an afternoon swim. When our trek is over we return to Marrakech to cool off in its pleasant gardens or to visit the souks for some last minute bargaining.

What makes this trip responsible?

With regular leader training, we can ensure our responsible tourism practices are passed onto local leaders. Our local muleteer teams have supported these tours for over 20 years who want to continue preserving their way of life in this area. We pass through very remote and poor rural communities that can really benefit from our tourism, as they can learn from our actions as responsible travellers. As recycling is not fully developed in Morocco, we recommend taking neutralising tablets to avoid using too many plastic water bottles and creating waste problems. We are working with various local villages to see how we can offer our support including how to reduce the amount of plastic waste in this area.

Morocco Community project

After funding a water tower for the remote village of Tijhza in 2000, we have been involved in a variety of schemes requested by the Berbers to improve their community life. With a new water pipeline system fitted in the village, every house can now enjoy running water and our funds have also stretched to paying for much-needed operations for some of the children. Our biggest achievement is the village hammam (Moroccan steam bath) that will help with important hygiene issues as well as creating a self-sustainable income.
Get involved by sending your leftover dirhams to Amanda Ceraolo in the Exodus office; donate online via our website or join a volunteer departure (Trip code: AMO) led by project founder, Andy McKee.
For more information, please see Project page.

Itinerary

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Countries visited: Morocco

Day 1

Fly to Marrakech.

Day 2

Morning transfer and gentle trek towards Ait Stimane.

Day
3 - 5

Trek past Neolithic rock carvings into the beautiful Ourika Valley; follow the river towards the Agadir n'Ait Boulmane Gorge.

Day 6

Ascend to Tizi n'Taroutourte Pass (2976m) with beautiful views across Toubkal Massif.

Day 7

Ascent of Jebel Adrar n'Dern (4001m).

Day
8 - 9

Trek though volcanic landscape of Aourai Pass; to the idyllic Lac d'Ifni.

Day 10

Walk up to Ouanoums Gorge and Tizi n'Ouanoums Pass; to Toubkal Base Camp.

Day 11

Ascent of Mt Toubkal (4167m).

Day 12

Ascent of Jebel Ouanakrim (4088m); to village of Aremd.

Day 13

Short walk to Imlil, transfer to Marrakech. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 14

Morning guided tour on foot. Afternoon free.

Day 15

Fly to London.

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Walker ascending Ouanoukrim in the High Atlas, Morocco

Walking through the High Atlas Mountains

Berber village in the High Atlas Mountains

$Reaching the peak of Adrar N\'Dern$

Toubkal Summit