5-Day Mount Toubkal Trek and Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech

Experience the best of Morocco in one unforgettable journey with Toubkal Outdoor.
This 5-Day Mount Toubkal Trek and Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech
combines an exciting High Atlas mountain adventure with the spectacular landscapes
and unforgettable experiences of the Merzouga Sahara Desert.

From trekking through traditional Berber villages and ascending towards Mount Toubkal
to riding camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, this adventure offers an
incredible combination of mountains, culture, valleys and desert landscapes.

Tour Overview

Your 5-Day Mount Toubkal Trek and Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech
begins with a transfer from Marrakech to Imlil, the gateway to the High Atlas Mountains.
Accompanied by a professional mountain guide and muleteers, you will trek through beautiful
Berber villages and mountain valleys before reaching the Toubkal Refuge.

The adventure then continues south through some of Morocco’s most spectacular landscapes,
including the Dades Valley and Todra Gorge, before reaching the magnificent Erg Chebbi dunes
near Merzouga.

In the Sahara, enjoy a memorable camel trek at sunset, spend the night in a traditional
desert camp and experience Moroccan food, music and the peaceful atmosphere of the desert
beneath a spectacular star-filled sky.

With Toubkal Outdoor, this itinerary brings together two of Morocco’s most
iconic experiences: Mount Toubkal trekking and a Merzouga Desert adventure.

Day 1: Marrakech – Imlil – Sidi Chamharouch – Toubkal Refuge

Your 5-Day Mount Toubkal Trek and Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech
begins with a pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Marrakech at approximately 8:00 AM.

We drive towards Imlil, a picturesque Berber mountain village located
around 65 km south of Marrakech at an altitude of approximately 1,740 metres.
The journey takes around 1.5 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Upon arrival in Imlil, you will meet your professional mountain guide and muleteer team.
They will assist with your luggage and prepare everything for the trek.

We then begin our hike through traditional Berber villages and beautiful valleys,
gradually making our way towards Sidi Chamharouch, located at
approximately 2,500 metres.

Here, we stop for lunch and take some time to relax before continuing our ascent
towards the Toubkal Refuge, situated at approximately 3,207 metres.

After arriving at the refuge, enjoy a well-deserved Moroccan mint tea and take some
time to relax and prepare for the next stage of your mountain adventure.

Depending on availability and the season, accommodation may be provided in the
mountain refuge or in tents.

Dinner and overnight at the Toubkal Refuge.

Day 2: Mount Toubkal Trek

Continue your High Atlas adventure with your professional mountain guide as you make
your way through the spectacular landscapes surrounding Mount Toubkal.

The trek offers incredible mountain scenery and an opportunity to experience the
natural beauty of Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains.

Overnight in the mountain area.

Day 3: High Atlas Mountains – Dades Valley

After completing the Toubkal trekking experience, continue your journey towards
southern Morocco and the spectacular Dades Valley.

Travel through changing landscapes, from the rugged High Atlas Mountains to the
dramatic valleys and remote landscapes of southern Morocco.

Arrive in the Dades Valley and enjoy the surrounding scenery before relaxing at
your accommodation.

Dinner and overnight in a hotel/riad.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, continue your journey towards Todra Gorge,
one of the most impressive natural attractions in Morocco.

Take some time to walk through the spectacular gorge and admire its dramatic
red-rock cliffs and breathtaking scenery.

We then continue towards Merzouga and the magnificent
Erg Chebbi sand dunes.

In the afternoon, arrive at the Sahara Desert and enjoy one of the highlights
of this 5-Day Mount Toubkal Trek and Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech:
a traditional camel ride across the golden dunes as the sun sets.

After the camel trek, continue to your desert camp where you can relax and enjoy
the unique atmosphere of the Sahara.

In the evening, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner accompanied by local music
before spending the night beneath the spectacular desert sky.

Dinner and overnight in a traditional desert camp.

Day 5: Merzouga – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Wake up early to enjoy a spectacular sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes.

After breakfast at the desert camp, begin the journey back to Marrakech.

Travel through the beautiful landscapes of southern Morocco, passing through
Ouarzazate, often known as the Gateway to the Sahara.

Continue across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass,
enjoying impressive mountain scenery along the way.

We then continue towards Marrakech, where we expect to arrive in the late afternoon
or evening, depending on road and traffic conditions.

Your 5-Day Mount Toubkal Trek and Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech
with Toubkal Outdoor comes to an end upon arrival in Marrakech.

What’s Included

• Hotel/accommodation pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
• Private air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver
• Professional mountain guide for the Toubkal trek
• Mountain refuge accommodation
• Hotel/riad accommodation
• Traditional desert camp accommodation
• Breakfasts and dinners
• Camel trekking in the Merzouga Sahara Desert
• Traditional Moroccan dinner and breakfast at the desert camp
• Mule service for luggage during the Toubkal trek
• Support from the Toubkal Outdoor team throughout the adventure

What’s Not Included

• Lunches during the journey and trekking days
• Drinks
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Plane tickets
• Tips for guides, drivers and muleteers

Why Choose Toubkal Outdoor?

With Toubkal Outdoor, you can experience Morocco’s mountains and
Sahara Desert in one carefully organized adventure.

Our 5-Day Mount Toubkal Trek and Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech
is ideal for travellers looking to combine an active High Atlas trekking experience
with the beauty, culture and unforgettable landscapes of the Merzouga Sahara.

From the first steps in Imlil to the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, every stage of this
journey offers a different side of Morocco.