Discovering the Berbers of Toubkal

Welcome to this volcanic massif, characterized by its Alpine features, lush terraced valleys, and abundant walnut trees. Known as Adrar n’Dern (Mountain of Mountains), this area is home to Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak at 4167 meters, and its hospitable Berber inhabitants.

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

Arrive at Marrakech Airport, where you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Marrakech – Tassa Ouirgane – Tiziane

Depart Marrakech for Tassa Ouirgane (1500m) by minibus. Meet your mule team and begin hiking up the Azzaden Valley, passing through small oak forests to Azerfsane village. After lunch, continue to Tiziane (1800m). Bivouac. (5 hours of hiking, Elevation: +300m)

Day 3: Tiziane – Azibe Tizekert

Cross a series of Berber villages with terraced fields, apple and walnut trees, and barley and wheat fields. Reach Tizi-Oussem, then follow a winding path to the Tamsoulte bergeries. After lunch, a steady climb will bring you to Tizekert (2500m). Bivouac. (Elevation: +700m)

Day 4: Tizekert – Toubkal Refuge

Hike to Lepegny Refuge at the base of the Tazararte couloirs, then take a steep path to Aguelzim Pass (3450m), offering views of Toubkal and surrounding 4000m peaks. Descend to Toubkal Refuge (3207m). Bivouac. (6 hours of hiking, Elevation: +950m, -250m)

Day 5: Ascent to Mt Toubkal

Climb Mt Toubkal (4167m), North Africa’s highest peak. Enjoy panoramic views of Siroua Massif, M’goun, Ouarzazate, and nearby peaks. Descend to the bivouac at the base of Mouzares. (8 hours of hiking, Elevation: +960m, -1167m)

Day 6: To Mazik Village

Descend through the pilgrimage hamlet of Sidi Chamarouch, then reach Aremd, the first village in the Ait Mizane Valley. Continue to Mazik, where you will arrive at the gite. Dinner and overnight stay. (5 hours of hiking, Elevation: -1200m)

Day 7: Mazik – Marrakech

After breakfast at Dar Mazik, enjoy a 30-minute walk to Imlil, then take the minibus to Asni to visit the weekly market. Continue to Marrakech, check into your hotel, and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.