6 Day Combined Trek: Toubkal & Sahara Desert
Combine a Mount Toubkal trekking experience with the landscapes and culture of Morocco’s Sahara Desert.
Tour Summary
- Duration: 6 days and 5 nights
- Difficulty: Challenging mountain trek combined with desert travel
- Starting point: Marrakech
- Mountain trailhead: Imlil
- Highest point: Mount Toubkal, 4,167 metres
- Price: Contact us for a current quotation
Overview
This combined adventure brings together a guided Mount Toubkal ascent and a Sahara Desert experience. Travel from the High Atlas to desert landscapes, enjoy local culture and spend a night in desert accommodation, subject to the confirmed route and availability.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech to Imlil and Toubkal Base Camp
Travel to Imlil, meet your guide and begin the ascent through Berber villages and the Ait Mizane Valley toward the mountain refuge.
Day 2: Summit Mount Toubkal and Descend
Start early for the summit attempt, then descend carefully to Imlil or a suitable overnight point according to the group’s pace and conditions.
Day 3: Transfer from the Atlas Mountains toward the Sahara
Travel across changing Moroccan landscapes toward the desert region. The exact route and overnight location depend on the selected desert itinerary and road conditions.
Day 4: Sahara Desert Experience
Explore desert scenery and local communities. Enjoy a camel excursion or another agreed desert activity before spending the night in desert accommodation.
Day 5: Desert and Cultural Exploration
Continue discovering the desert area and surrounding landscapes, with time for photography and cultural experiences.
Day 6: Return Journey
Begin the return transfer toward Marrakech or the agreed final destination. The schedule depends on the selected route and transport plan.
Included
- Mountain and desert transport as agreed
- Local mountain guide for the Toubkal trek
- Mountain and desert accommodation as specified
- Meals during the trek and desert portion where arranged
- Agreed desert activities
Not Included
- Travel insurance
- Drinks, snacks and personal expenses
- Personal trekking equipment
- Optional activities not included in the quotation
- Tips and anything not specifically listed
Equipment and Safety
Bring hiking boots, warm mountain layers, sun protection, waterproof clothing, a headlamp, water bottles, a hat and personal medication. The mountain section involves altitude and steep terrain; the desert involves heat, sun and long transfers. Follow local guide instructions and expect the route to change if conditions require it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this itinerary customizable?
Yes. Desert location, accommodation, activities, transfers and the balance between trekking and travel can be discussed.
Is the Toubkal summit guaranteed?
No. Weather, trail conditions and individual health determine whether the summit attempt is safe.
Book Your Toubkal and Sahara Desert Adventure
Send your preferred dates, group details and desert preferences to receive availability and a current quotation.