Snow on the High Atlas above ImlilSnow on the High Atlas above Imlil
Mountains & valleys

Imlil & Toubkal

Berber villages under North Africa's highest peak.

From MarrakechAbout 65 km · 1 h 30
Jbel Toubkal4,167 m, highest in North Africa
Best monthsApril to October
How longA day, or one night in a mountain house
In short

Imlil is a Berber mountain village about 1 h 30 from Marrakech, at the foot of Jbel Toubkal (4,167 m), the highest peak in North Africa. It is the base for walks through Atlas villages and for the two-day Toubkal ascent.

Why go

Four reasons to go

01Walk between villages

Mule paths, walnut trees and earth houses.

02Mint tea facing Toubkal

From the terrace of a Berber house.

03Fresh mountain air

A cool escape from Marrakech in summer.

04The Toubkal ascent

Two days for experienced walkers, with a mountain guide.

Tours from Imlil & Toubkal

Tours that go there

Before you go

Imlil & Toubkal, the practical side

Getting there

About 1 h 30 from Marrakech by road.

Walking

Easy to moderate village walks; the summit needs 2 days and a guide.

When to go

April to October; snow in winter.

Where to stay

Mountain guesthouses with dinner.

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