Mount Toubkal Winter Trek
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Why This Trip is Special
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Climb North Africa's Highest Peak in Winter
Watch sunrise over the Sahara from the top of Mount Toubkal, North Africa's highest point
Experience Real Morocco
Swap stories over mint tea with the Berber
Full Winter Gear & Training Included
Crampons (that fit all boots) and ice axe rental included. No experience needed. We'll show you how
The Call to Adventure Difference: Your Best Toubkal Winter 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!
Book now, pay later, at no extra cost
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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 Winter itinerary to see what you can expect on your adventure.
Welcome to Morocco
Tagine, mint tea, snow-capped skyline—welcome to Morocco! Your driver will greet you at arrivals before whisking you away to the Atlas Mountains. First glimpses of snow-capped peaks over dinner will have you buzzing for tomorrow's adventure.
11 am and 3 pm
Pickup from Marrakesh Airport and transfer to Imlil village (1,740m). Custom pickup time £50 for 1-3 people. More can be arranged for a larger group. Feel free to explore the city if you arrive early.
First views of the High Atlas Mountains over dinner
Overnight stay in hotel
Trek to Refuge de Toubkal
Jebel Toubkal Summit
Airport Transfer & Farewell
Guest Reviews
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What's Included in Your Toubkal Winter Adventure
- Guides - highly experienced and fully trained mountain guide, muleteers, and cook
- Gear - includes crampons (that fit all boots) and ice axe rental. No experience needed. We'll show you how
- Food - all breakfast, lunch and dinner included (except in Marrakech)
- Accommodation - hotel / riad in Imlil and Marrakech - twin share basis - single rooms available for a supplement. Dorm in mountain hut in the High Atlas. Private rooms available for supplement. subject to availability. See prices and select at checkout. Note that if the mountain huts are full then you'll be camping but this is still a great experience
- Transfers - minibus or 4x4 for return transfers from airport to High Atlas and back again
- Flights
- Sleeping Bags - can be hired at checkout
- Insurance - Personal travel insurance coverage (mandatory). We Recommend Rise and Shield
- Tips - optional but much appreciated. Most give 10% of tour price
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 Winter 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
Clean, comfortable accommodation in the heart of Imlil village with mountain views
1 night at this location
Refuge du Toubkal
Basic mountain refuge at 3,206m providing essential shelter before summit day. Like most mountain huts, accommodation is based on mixed dorms but private room upgrades are available - add this option when booking
1 night at this location
Riad Africa (or similar)
Beautiful refurbished first-class guesthouse hotel in the heart of Marrakech Medina with a large dipping pool and tropical roof garden.
1 night at this location
Who Travels With Us
Your Toubkal Winter Team
Small Groups
Maximum 12
Small enough for personalised attention big enough for great social dynamics.
Solo Travelers
~70% Solo
Most of our adventurers join alone and leave with new friends.
Age Range
20s - 50s
A mix of ages united by a sense of adventure
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 Winter Challenge Right For You?
Discover if this adventure is right for you
Physical Challenge
The ascent day is the longest with around 9-10 hours walking
Experience Required
No technical experience needed - beginners welcome
Comfort Level
Comfortable and clean basic accommodation
Winter Weather Concerns - Will I be too cold or underprepared?
The honest answer: Winter on Toubkal is cold, but you don’t need to suffer:
<ul> <li><strong>Temperatures:</strong> Summit readings can dip to –10 °C, but with the right layers (we’ll advise) it’s perfectly manageable.</li> <li><strong>Full gear provided:</strong> Crampons, ice axes and expert coaching are included – zero experience required.</li> <li><strong>Weather expertise:</strong> Our guides read winter conditions and tweak routes and timing for safety.</li> <li><strong>Proven success:</strong> 92 % of winter guests reach the summit, even complete beginners.</li> <li><strong>Emergency protocols:</strong> All guides are mountain-rescue trained and carry comms at all times.</li> </ul>
What our adventurers say
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
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
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