Mount Toubkal Trek + Erg Chebbi Sahara Extension
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Why This Trip is Special
Here are a few reasons why you'll love this adventure as much as we do
Conquer North Africa's Highest Peak
Stand triumphant on Toubkal's 4,167m summit watching sunrise paint the Atlas Mountains gold, with the Sahara Desert stretching endlessly to the south
Sleep Among Towering Sand Dunes
Experience the real Sahara at Erg Chebbi where 150m-high golden dunes create an otherworldly landscape, staying in a luxury camp that redefines desert comfort
The Expedition That Ends Right
Our 7-day design eliminates the notorious 10-hour final day drive, instead treating you to magical sunset views over Ait Benhaddou's ancient fortress walls
The Call to Adventure Difference: Your Best Toubkal + Sahara Trek Experience.
Discover what makes this adventure unique and unforgettable
Expertly vetted handpicked guides
Our team of experts spend hours on end rigorously assessing guides so you can travel safe in the knowledge you're going with the best!
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Go places you couldn't go alone
Scale mountains, ride waves, and hike routes that might be a bit spicy without an expert guide
Flexible Booking
Free date changes up to 65 days before departure, no questions asked
Just turn up adventures
Most of our trips include guiding, accommodation, transfers, and equipment so all you have to do is turn up and enjoy
Feel good travel
1% of all our revenue (not profits) goes to fund leading environmental and social projects
Itinerary
Explore our Toubkal + Sahara Trek itinerary to see what you can expect on your adventure.
Welcome to Morocco
Arrive in Marrakech (RAK), transfer straight to Imlil (1,740 m) and settle in for the mountains.
Airport pickup and transfer to Imlil
11:00 and 15:00 standard pickups (custom time available). 1.5–2 hr scenic drive to the High Atlas.
Settle in at Imlil Lodge
Check kit, breathe the mountain air and enjoy dinner with views.
Overnight in Imlil
Sleep well before the trek begins.
Trek to Refuge du Toubkal
Jebel Toubkal Summit
To Ait Benhaddou and Dades
Sahara Bound
Back to Ait Benhaddou (the game‑changer)
Cheerio
Guest Reviews
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What's Included in Your Toubkal + Sahara Trek Adventure
- Expert Berber mountain guide, cook, muleteers, professional driver
- All breakfasts; all lunches and dinners during trek; Dades dinner; desert camp dinner
- Riad (as itinerary dictates), Imlil guesthouse, Toubkal refuge, Dades kasbah hotel, Erg Chebbi luxury camp, Ait Benhaddou riad — twin share
- All private transfers from arrival to departure
- Mules carry main kit during the trek
- Guided Toubkal summit, guided Ait Benhaddou tour, sunset and sunrise camel treks
- International flights to/from Marrakech (RAK)
- Lunches on driving days; dinners in Marrakech when applicable
- Mandatory travel insurance
- Tips for local crew (discretionary)
- All beverages, bottled water, alcohol
- Personal gear hire (sleeping bag, poles, winter kit if needed)
Want to stay longer? Interested in adding another destination or activity to your itinerary? Let us know, and we'll help you build the perfect adventure.
Meet your expert Toubkal + Sahara Trek guide
Jamal
Your head guide for this trip is Jamal. Jamal has led countless tours and treks in Morocco and the Atlas Mountains. He started his guiding career as a muleteer, and over almost three decades he's built a great reputation as one of the best local guides to work with. This means he's been able to build a hand-picked team of enthusiastic, experienced and qualified local guides, muleteers, drivers, and cooks. Jamal also speaks fluent English, Arabic and French and is fully trained in mountain rescue.
Expertise and Accreditations
- • Diploma from the Centre for Professional Guides - Centre CFAMM
- • Full training in mountain rescue with Moroccan Royale Federation of Ski & Mountaineering
- • First Aid
Quick Stats
- • 24 years guiding experience
What travelers say about Jamal
We had an amazing trip with our guide Ibrahim Agafi and our chef Hamit. With the highlight of summiting Toubkal mountain. Nice food, nice accommodation. I can highly recommend this 4 days atlas trip
Daniel Berndt
We did the 4 day trek up Toubkal with an absolutely fabulous team! Mohammed was an incredible guide with the best little catch phrases and was well known and well liked with a huge knowledge of the area. Hassan kept us all well fed even …
Cody Johnson
Where You'll Stay
Comfortable accommodations that enhance your adventure
Imlil Lodge
Characterful mountain base in the heart of Imlil, with hot showers and hearty food.
1 night at this location
Toubkal Refuge
Simple, social and perfectly placed for the summit push.
1 night at this location
Dades Valley (Riad Gabsi or similar)
Sleep among sculpted rock and ancient fortresses.
1 night at this location
Erg Chebbi Luxury Camp (Palais des Dunes or similar)
Private en‑suite luxury tents nestled in the dunes — star‑soaked skies guaranteed.
1 night at this location
Ait Benhaddou (Riad Maktoub or similar)
Atmospheric base a short stroll from the UNESCO ksar.
1 night at this location
Who Travels With Us
Your Toubkal + Sahara Trek Team
Small groups
6–12 typically
Lively but intimate — big enough for momentum, small enough to feel personal.
Solo travellers welcome
Over half join solo
You’ll fit right in — guides are great at bringing the team together.
Typical age range
25–55 (with some either side)
What matters most is attitude, not age.
We had an amazing trip with our guide Ibrahim Agafi and our chef Hamit. With the highlight of summiting Toubkal mountain. Nice food, nice accommodation. I can highly recommend this 4 days atlas trip
Daniel Berndt
Is the Toubkal + Sahara Trek Challenge Right For You?
Discover if this adventure is right for you
Fitness level
Non-technical, but summit day is a proper shift (9–11 hours).
Simple vs. luxury
Clean, comfy riads/guesthouses, a mountain hut night, and a luxury desert camp.
Group vibe
Small groups, friendly pace and easy camaraderie.
Remoteness
Proper mountain terrain and desert dunes; limited signal in places.
The smarter way to finish Morocco
Many itineraries finish with a 9–10 hour drive back to Marrakech. We don’t. You’ll overnight near Ait Benhaddou, soak up sunset when the day‑trippers are gone, then cruise back the next day.
Result? You arrive home rested, not wrecked — and your final memory is a golden ksar, not a bus window.
What our adventurers say
My daughter and I climbed Mount Toubkal this week. They were excellent in their approach to taking care of us both. Everything went as smoothly as possible. Transfers, rooms, food, guide. (Weather) all first class. …
Nik Parker
We did the 4 day trek up Toubkal with an absolutely fabulous team! Mohammed was an incredible guide with the best little catch phrases and was well known and well liked with a huge knowledge of the area. Hassan kept us all well fed even …
Cody Johnson
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