Trekking Tours in north-africa-and-the-middle-east

Jbel Toubkal is the highest summit in North Africa and the goal of the great majority of those who come to Morocco to walk in the mountains. It stands with some almost equally impressive summits, Jbel Angour, Jbel Oukaimden and Ouanakrim to name but a few. These should be attainable on our trek, which takes us into the more secluded regions of neighbouring Toubkal, less frequented by visitors. This is a challenging trek, involving the very best of the peaks and passes of the loftiest region of Morocco’s High Atlas chain. There is the added fascination of the Berber settlements, including transhumance dwellings of the high pastures.

Marrakech is a delightful start to any journey into the mountains. In winter the snow-clad peaks of the High Atlas provide a backdrop to its distinctive skyline of crenellated walls, palm trees and minarets, its central square (the Djema Efna) is a unique place to experience African night life. From here it is a short drive to the vicinity of Jbel Toubkal, the most popular area for trekking in Morocco.

The Berbers of the Atlas have long held the interest of ethnologists as an example of an ancient mountain society. Our contact with them as delightful trek staff is one of the charming aspects of walking in this little known region. All treks have a Berber guide as well as a leader. The three areas of Morocco in which we operate are quite distinct - from the lofty crags and screes of Toubkal, to the wide valleys, plunging gorges and karst of the Mgoun and the bizarre rock formations and perfect oases of the Jbel Sahro.