Imlil & Atlas Mountains Day Trip: At the Foot of Toubkal
Leave Marrakech for the High Atlas mountains: mud-brick Berber villages, green valleys and views of Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa.
Tour Highlights
- Scenic drive through Tahanaout and the Asni valley
- Views of Mount Toubkal (4,167 m), North Africa's highest peak
- Easy hike between Berber villages around Imlil
- Imlil village at 1,740 m, gateway to Toubkal National Park
- Optional hike up to Aroumd (Aremd) village and its terraces
- Mint tea with a Berber family
- Local mountain guide available (optional)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle, just for your group
Your Day
- 9:00 Pickup at your hotel or riad in Marrakech
- 10:00 Photo stop in the Asni valley and its Berber market
- 10:45 Arrive in Imlil, in the heart of Toubkal National Park
- 11:00 Hike to the Berber villages (2-3h at your own pace)
- 13:30 Berber lunch with a local family (at your own cost)
- 15:00 Free time and photos facing the peaks
- 17:00 Drop-off at your hotel in Marrakech
What's Included
- Private round-trip transport in an air-conditioned vehicle
- English and French speaking driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Fuel and tolls
- Flexible schedule
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The hike around Imlil suits most travellers and goes at your own pace. Wear good shoes.
No, climbing Toubkal takes at least 2 days. This day trip takes you to the foot of Toubkal with great views of the peaks.
No, the price is per private vehicle for 1 to 7 people.
All year round. In winter the peaks are snow-capped, so bring warm clothes.
Imlil village sits at about 1,740 m, 65 km from Marrakech (about 1.5 hours' drive). It's cooler than Marrakech, especially in the morning and in winter.
For a walk around the villages it's not mandatory but recommended. For the Toubkal ascent, a licensed mountain guide is mandatory. Official guides are based at the Bureau des Guides in Imlil – we can book one for you.
Yes: a 2-day Toubkal ascent or multi-day treks in the nearby valleys. Contact us on WhatsApp for a plan and a price on request.