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Toubkal Ascent Ref ATA
Optional walking tour
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TOUBKAL CAMP
Jebel Toubkal 4165m
Exploring on foot/ Bethan Lawson Brown
MOROCCO
Toubkal Ascent
For those seeking an exotic weekend destination, relatively close to home, and a short but classic challenge, look no further... From the ancient walled city of Marrakech we travel to the High Atlas to sample the hospitality of the hardy berber people and make a short but tough attempt on the summit of Jebel Toubkal (4165m), North Africas highest peak, rewarded by stunning views across the entire Atlas chain.
The Magic of Marrakech We begin and end our journey in the fabled city of Marrakech. Steeped in history and bustling with activity, the heart of Marrakech lies in the Djemma el Fna the focal point where mountain berbers and desert people from the south come to exchange news, haggle and trade in jelabahs, carpets and spices.There will be time to explore the souks and maze of alleyways and enjoy street entertainment at its very best. A scene straight out of Arabian
Spectacular view of the High Atlas/ Bethan Lawson Brown
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5 DAYS HOTEL/VILLAGE HOUSE/CAMPING NORTH AFRICAS HIGHEST PEAK Nights, the melee of jugglers, storytellers, musicians, spice vendors and kebab stalls that gather each night at dusk provide a feast for the senses and memories that will last long after your return. 3-day Jebel Toubkal Trek Leaving Marrakech behind we drive high into the Atlas mountain range. Running east to west for some fifteen hundred miles and falling abruptly away to the Sahara desert in the south, the Atlas reaches a spectacular 4165m at the summit of Jebel Toubkal. From the village of Imlil, our mule-supported trek takes us first to the typical berber village of Aremd (1950m). Admiring the dramatic views to the surrounding peaks, we continue to our camp (3125m).The toughest part of the trek is the non-technical but strenuous ascent of Jebel Toubkal itself and we aim to arrive just after sunrise. After spending time enjoying the stunning views and posing for the classic photo moment, we return to the camp and onto Aremd where we rest for the night. Returning to Imlil we drive back to Marrakech for our final afternoon in this glorious city.
DATES AND PRICES in £s per adult 5 days from London Thu-Mon REF:ATA
2008 deps Flight Inc Land Only 479 259 26 Jun-30 Jun 479 259 10 Jul-14 Jul 499 259 24 Jul-28 Jul 499 259 21 Aug-25 Aug 499 259 04 Sep-08 Sep 499 259 18 Sep-22 Sep 2009 deps Flight Inc Land Only 499 289 25 Jun-29 Jun 499 289 09 Jul-13 Jul 510 289 23 Jul-27 Jul 510 289 20 Aug-24 Aug 510 289 03 Sep-07 Sep 510 289 17 Sep-21 Sep Land Only tour: 5 days - start Marrakech day 1 (Thu), end Marrakech day 5 (Mon) Single Room Option: £30* see p34 for details. These are guide prices, see p37 for details.
FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/ Marrakech. 2 Drive Imlil; trek Toubkal camp via Aremd. 3 Attempt Jebel Toubkal; return Aremd. 4 Trek Imlil; drive Marrakech for free afternoon. 5 Fly London. Accommodation & Meals: 2nts hotel, 1nt village house, 1nt mountain camp; 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners included. See p34-35. Mode of Travel: Minibus/On foot. Comment: 3-day Toubkal trek is graded strenuous with up to 11 hours trekking on summit day to an altitude of over 4000m. Jebel Toubkal is non-technical although involves some scrambling and steep slopes. Snow maybe encountered on some departures, please see dossier for further details. Bring a sleeping bag and foam mat. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s), mountain guide, cook + muleteers. Group Size: Approx. 12 to 16.
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