Day 1 Marrakech
You are welcome to arrive in Marrakech at any time, as today is a designated arrival day with no planned activities. Please note that there will be an important welcome meeting this evening at our joining hotel. Please check the hotel notice board for more information on the location of this meeting or ask at reception. Please bring your passport and travel insurance documents to this meeting, as you will be required to fill out some important pre-tour administration documents. After learning more about our tour and plans for the following day, you are welcome to join our leader and your travelling companions for an optional dinner in a nearby local restaurant.
Day 2 Imi Oughlad/Azzadene Valley ( B,L,D)
After an early breakfast we depart by minibus. Leaving the plains around Marrakech we wind our way through the Moulay Brahim Gorge and the foothills of the western High Atlas Mountains. We pass via the village of Asni to Imi Oughlad, where we’ll meet our mules and muleteers to begin our trekking adventure. Our trekking mules will carry your larger bags as well as tents and equipment. Luggage is limited to 12kg per person for the trek and bags must be soft duffle bags or frameless backpacks. You will carry only your own daypack when trekking - for water, camera, jacket, sunscreen, etc. It can be that sometimes the mules take a slightly different track at some points, or go faster than we walk. As you may not see them for long stretches, you should be prepared to carry the things you need with you while walking between stops. We wind our way up past cornfields and woods of juniper and pine to the Tizi ‘n Tacht pass (2000m), where we have views back down to Imlil and the Ait Oussaden valley. We descend to the Azzadene Valley, passing red clay terraced villages to reach the village of Tizi Oussem (1720m) where we stay in a mountain gite for the night. Gites are accommodation in family homes,or mountain huts, usually in mountain villages and are very, very simple. If you have this expectation in mind we are sure you will be pleasantly surprised. Sleeping arrangements are multi-share. Matresses are provided. You will need to have your own sleeping bag and sleeping sheet, and bath towel. (Bathroom facilities are basic and shared, and hot water is not always available). You will enjoy delicious homemade dinners of local produce, dining in a traditional manner, often sitting on the floor in a cozy salon. 1.5 hours driving from Marrakech to Imi Oughlad by private vehicle. 6 hours walking. Ascent: 850m, Descent:300m.
Day 3 Walk through Berber villages. Descend to Aremd. (B,L,D)
A full day walking that takes us through the villages of this grand valley to high passes with stunning views. Our walk takes us over the Tizi ‘n Tizikert pass (2930m) where we are rewarded with magnificent views over the Toubkal summit, the Tazaghart Pass and the peak of Taddat (3800m). We then descend to Aremd (1900m) we stay in another village gite for the night, enjoying another local dinner cooked by our trek team. 7 hours walking. Ascent: 1200m, descent: 1000m
Day 4 Mizane Valley, Toubkal base camp (B,L,D)
Today we ascend the beautiful Mizane Valley via the pilgrimage hamlet of Sidi Chamharouch, with the shrine of a marabout (only muslims can cross the bridge to visit the shrine). From here our trail continues to zigzag steadily upwards to reach the Toubkal base camp. We can either enjoy a 2 hour optional climb to the summit of Ouanoums (3650m) or simply relax at our base for the night. Tonight we camp in two person tents near the busy Toubkal refuge, which sits at an altitude of 3207m. Foam mattresses are provided for you to sleep on during our camping. If you would like more comfort please bring a light weight self inflating mattress such as a thermarest. Pillows are not provided so you may also wish to bring an inflatable pillow. You will need to bring a sleeping bags and we recommend a lightweight sleeping sheet as well (for extra warmth or for when hot). Bathroom facilities are \"au naturelle\" We will hide our \"hole in the ground\" toilet with a tent, and ask that all toilet paper is burnt. You can also make use of the toilets and showers at the Toubkal refuge, but you will be asked to pay and the camp may be some distance from the refuge. 5-6 hours walking. Ascend: 1300m, Descend: 0m
Day 5 Summit Mt Toubkal (B,L,D)
An early start today for the challenging trek to the summit of Mt. Toubkal, at 4167 metres the highest mountain in North Africa. After enjoying the magnificent views in all directions, we descend back to our base camp. Tonight we return to our tents, camping for the evening. 6-7 Hours walking. Ascend: 960m, descend: 960m
Day 6 Descend to the village of Imlil (1740m), Marrakech (B,L)
A long descent leads us back via Sidi Chamharouch and Aremd to reach Imlil. After a quick lunch we bid farewell to out muleteers and transfer back to Marrakech. We have the early evening to explore this wonderful city - perhaps for some serious bargaining for souvenirs. Djemaa el Fna, the open-air market place around which the traditional life of Marrakech revolves, has always been 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 food-stalls, 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 and boulevards of the French-built new town are also only a short walk away. We spend this evening in a Marrakesh hotel Approx 4-5 hours walking. Descent 1470m. 1.5 hours driving from Imlil to Marrakech.
Day 7 Marrakech (B)
You are free to depart at anytime today. We are able to organise post tour accommodation if you would like to spend a little more time exploring Marrakech. Please ask at time of booking.

Duration - 7 days

Physical Rating - 4

Prices are updated frequently and are subject to change. Please call 1866 940 0214 for most up to date pricing.

Tour Departure Dates	Pricing
Sat May 26 2012 to Fri Jun 01 2012	$749** per Adult
Sat Aug 18 2012 to Fri Aug 24 2012	$749** per Adult
Sat Sep 15 2012 to Fri Sep 21 2012	$749** per Adult
Sat May 25 2013 to Fri May 31 2013	$749** per Adult
Sat Jun 22 2013 to Fri Jun 28 2013	$749** per Adult
Sat Jul 13 2013 to Fri Jul 19 2013	$749** per Adult
Sat Aug 17 2013 to Fri Aug 23 2013	$749** per Adult
Sat Sep 14 2013 to Fri Sep 20 2013	$749** per Adult

** Taxes and fees included. Airfare not included.