Marrakech, High Atlas & Sahara
Imlil & High Atlas
Base camp for Toubkal, North Africa’s highest peak.
At about 1,740 m, the Berber village of Imlil is the starting point for climbing Jebel Toubkal (4,167 m), the highest summit in North Africa, in Toubkal National Park.
Even without climbing, the valleys of the High Atlas offer terraced villages, walnut trees, mule trails and genuine mountain hospitality just 90 minutes from Marrakech.
Highlights
Usually climbed in two days with a night at the refuge.
Village above Imlil with stunning valley views.
Classic day hike between valleys.
High-altitude ski station and rock engravings.
Things to do
- Mountains & trekkingToubkal ascent — Go with a licensed mountain guide; check the current local rules before you go.
- Mountains & trekkingDay walks between villages — Easy to moderate hikes with lunch in a Berber house.
- Snow & skiSki at Oukaïmeden — Snow-dependent ski area, usually in winter.
- Monuments & medinasAsni Saturday market — Weekly souk for the valley villages.
Where to stay
Mountain lodges and gîtes in Imlil, or luxury retreats near Asni.
Kasbah du Toubkal
Mountain lodgeEco-lodge in a restored kasbah above Imlil with Toubkal views.
- Address
- Imlil, Toubkal National Park (BP 31 Asni)
- Phone
- +212 524 485 611
- Website
- kasbahdutoubkal.com
Kasbah Tamadot (Asni)
LuxuryLuxury mountain retreat near Asni with rooms, riads and tents.
- Address
- Asni, High Atlas
- enquiries@virginlimitededition.com
- Website
- virginlimitededition.com
Contact details come from the hotels’ official websites or consistent public listings. We are not paid for listings. Always confirm prices and conditions directly with the property.
Getting there
About 1 h 30 by road from Marrakech via Asni. Grands taxis and private transfers.
Local tip
Weather changes fast at altitude: carry layers, water and a headtorch even on day hikes.