Mount Toubkal Long Weekend - North Africa - The Adventure Company Worldwide Adventures 2012/3

To/From Marrakech Explore bazaars M O RO CCO Imlil Aremd Tagadirt Tizi n'Tamatert Cultural Discovery Trekking Level Nature & Wildlife Morocco 5 days Trip Code: WMO Sidi Chamharouch Jebel Toubkal Summit 4,167m Neltner AT S LA Mount Toubkal Long Weekend Reach North Africa's highest peak summit in a long weekend � Admire beautiful High Atlas Mountain scenery � Explore the vibrant bazaars of Marrakech GH HI Hiking the trail Dates & Prices Guides Visit our website or call a Travel Consultant for the latest dates & prices. Alternatively scan your smart phone over the barcode. If you only have a short time to spare, this long weekend trek is for you. Starting in lively Marrakech, you have free time to explore the old city and wander the labyrinth of colourful and lively bazaars. Escape from the hustle and bustle to the High Atlas Mountains and experience the challenge of climbing Mt. Toubkal - North Africa's highest peak (4,167m). Making it to the summit to stand on top of the world is a real achievement! 2012 Fri 1 Jun - Tue 5 Jun Sun 10 Jun - Thur 14 Jun Sun 24 Jun - Thur 28 Jun Sun 26 Aug - Thur 30 Aug Sun 9 Sep - Thur 13 Sep With flights Without flights Itinerary time upon arrival to explore. Day 2 Imlil-Nelter Departing Marrakech you head for the village of Imlil with the impressive snow-covered peaks of the High Atlas looming in front of you. From Imlil you embark on the first day of your ascent of Mt. Toubkal. From Aremd the trail leads up the floodplain of the Ait Mizane Valley before it zigzags up the mountainside. Pass Sidi Chamarouch, a place of pilgrimage en-route to the Toubkal Base Camp at Neltner (3,207m). Day 3 Summit Mt. Toubkal From Neltner, set off walking to summit Jebel Toubkal (4,167m), North Africa's highest peak. From the summit you'll admire superb views of the entire Atlas range with views over the Sahara Desert. Essentials Day 4 Nelter-Marrakech Descend back down to Imlil and drive across the plains to Marrakech. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore this cosmopolitan and chaotic city. Sample the delights of Marrakech with a visit to the souks and bazaars. Day 5 Fly home. Walks are moderate to demanding. The ascent of Mt. Toubkal is strenuous and should only be attempted by experienced mountain walkers but you can opt out. You need to be reasonably fit to get the most out of the trip with sturdy hiking boots. Activities Walking, trekking, discover natural wonders, explore local villages Transport Minibus, on foot Accommodation Hotel (2nts), camp (2nts). Accommodation and facilities in the gite are basic, showers may be available but at an additional charge. Meals included 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners 2013 �599 �599 �599 �599 �599 With flights �259 �259 �259 �259 �259 Without flights Day 1 Marrakech Fly to Marrakech; free Sun 26 May - Thur 30 May Sun 16 Jun - Thur 20 Jun Sun 23 Jun - Thur 27 Jun Sun 25 Aug - Thur 29 Aug Sun 8 Sep - Thur 12 Sep �629 �629 �629 �629 �629 �269 �269 �269 �269 �269 All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option from �28. For insurance details see p193. Flights Indirect flights with Royal Air Maroc from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change. Responsible Travel We donate �2 for every passenger travelling to Morocco with us to local projects. Last year we were able to donate over �1,800. Insider's view I was looking forward to a short break with a proper challenge. But it felt like we'd been away longer, we packed so much in! I even had the chance to explore and shop around Marrakech. Trekking in the Atlas Mountains and reaching the summit of Mt. Toubkal was incredible. Andy Burt - Travel Consultant Atlas Mountain scenery Marrakech Average Daily Max Temp �C 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 175 150 125 100 75 50 25 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Average Daily Hours of Sunshine 7 7 8 9 9 11 11 10 9 8 7 7 For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/WMO 67

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