MT TOUBKAL WINTER CLIMB

Day 1
Fly to Marrakech.

Day 2
After a leisurely morning and lunch in Marrakech, we transfer by minibus to Imlil, a journey of just under two hours, which takes us from the plains into the heart of the High Atlas range. In the afternoon we take a short walk to our mountain gite in Arroumd where there is some free time to explore the area.

Day 3 - 6
Today we head for a narrow pass, Tizi Ouanoums, which is jammed in a steep gorge on the side of Toubkal. From here we look down the steep southerly face to the emerald green Lac D’Ifni below. After enjoying the views we return the way we came, back past the refuge, and down to Arroumd.
7 hours walking Alt. gain 457 m Alt. loss 1664 m

Day 7
The short walk down to Imlil is followed by the drive to Marrakech, stopping off to visit the Terres des Jeunes project en-route. In the afternoon and early evening we can explore Marrakech and do some serious bargaining for souvenirs. Djemaa el Fna, the open-air market place around which the traditional life of Marrakech revolves, is an exciting place to visit. The name literally means ‘place of death’ as it was the place where the Sultans used to display the heads of their enemies. Now, with the foodstalls, snake charmers, water-sellers, travelling musicians and acrobats, the square is a place of entertainment for both Moroccan and overseas visitors. The modern shopping centres of the French-built ‘new town' are also only a short walk away.

Day 8
Fly to London