Description

5 Days Ski Tour in High Atlas Morocco

The best 5 days ski touring in High Atlas Mountains are one of the most exotic ski touring destinations, and skiing in this country that evokes more desert and beaches is an experience that will not leave you indifferent. Toubkal, the highest point of North Africa to 4167 m is surrounded by high mountains forming a barrier, 80 km south of Marrakech. This, as well as the altitude and the collection of valleys allow a constant snow during the winter. During this skiing tour in Morocco, we will stay in shelters or Berbers houses, and each step will bring us to the discovery of a new valley, and unusual and beautiful landscapes. We will also be accompanied by a local team: guide, cook, porters and mules to carry our equipment when we have to walk in the valley. Original!

Itinerary

Day 1 : Marrakech - Imlil 1700m -Toubkal Mountain Hut 3207m

After breakfast transfer from Marrakech to Imlil in the starting point of your ski trip, a steady climb takes you to the refuge of Toubkal Hut installation, dinner and overnight

Day 2 : Toubkal Hut 3207m -Toubkal Summit 4167m

Your first day of skiing, actually begin the ascent of Mount Toubkal, the latter which is the highest in North Africa, a beautiful view across the mountains, then you will settle in valleys great, then back to the Hut

Day 3 : Toubkal Hut 3207m - Ras Ouanoukrim 4089m

Day devoted to climb Mount Ras Ouanoukrim, a beautiful view across the mountains, and then you will settle in valleys great, and then back to the Hut, dinner and overnight.

Day 4 : Toubkal Chalet 3207m – Akiod Mount 4045m – Armed Village 1940m

Day devoted to climb Mount Akiod, a beautiful view across the mountains, and then you will settle in valleys great, and then back to the Hut, after lunch back to Imlil, overnight in best lodge in Armed village.

Day 5 : Armed 1940m - Marrakech.

After breakfast back to Marrakech.

Cost

5 Days Toubkal Ski Tour – Marokko Mountaineering

• 315€ per person based on 4 to 6 persons
• 265€ per person based on 7 to 10 persons
• 380€ per person based on 2 to 3 persons Private

Includes:

• Transport from and back to Marrakech
• Accommodation during ski touring
• All meals and hot drinks during ski alpine
• Skier Guide
• Mules and porters for your luggage’s

Excludes:

• Mineral water
• Soft drinks
• Snacks
• Materials, Skis, Crampons and ice axes, Sleeping bag, Arva, Rope
• Showers
• Travel insurance

Clothes and Equipments:

Should be dress according to altitude and the environment you will be located in. The most hikers are in high altitude climate in remote area. Therefore, there are often large temperature swings. Temperatures are usually colder at the high altitudes.

Trekking Clothes:

• Trekking boots or light weight walking shoes. Have comfortable footwear is essential for a good trek. Make sure all footwear is broken in well prior to your trek. Do not break in boots on your trek,
• A track suit and a pair of track shoes to wear in lodges
• Two pairs of woolen socks for trekking shoes and track shoes,
• Warm down jacket and rain proof jacket with hood for protection from rain
• Warm hat for the cold and sun hat or cap for sunny days
• A pair of woolen gloves and a pair sandals
• Cotton T-shirts and pairs of long shorts/skirts
• Woolen shirts and thick sweaters as well as wind and water proof trousers
• Pair of light or heavy weight trouser and one light weight long sleeve shirt
• Pairs of thermal undergarments

Equipments:

• Big bag to carry trekking gear
• Trekking daypack for personal items such as water, snacks, extra layers and camera
• Water purification tablet and bottles
• Sleeping bag
• Travel Pillow
• Walking poles
• Head lamp
• Sun cream
• Handkerchief or wiping papers
• Money belt
• First-aid kit
• Sunglasses
• Gloves Liner
• Gloves (waterproof in winter)
• Down or synthetic, windproof outer
• Snow Goggles (winter)
• Hiking socks
• Trekking boots
• Refuge shoes - sandals
• Rain and windproof jackets
• Crampons and ice axes and Gaiters (for winter)

ELECTRICAL

• Head torch & spare batteries
• Power pack - plugs are available in the refuge for charging
• Camera

THINGS IMPORTANT

• Sun cream and lip salve
• Toilet roll
• Ear plugs
• Passport, travel insurance details, money, credit cards, plane ticket
• Book, cards, games etc
• Antibacterial hand gel
• Wash kit - there are showers in the hut
• Towel

KIT PERSONAL MEDICAL

• Paracetamol
• Ibuprofen
• Antiseptic Wipes
• Latex gloves
• Plasters
• Zinc Tape
• Rehydration Sachets
• Throat Lozenges
• Knee/ankle support egg. Tub grip
• Crepe Bandage
• Imodium for diarrhea
• Sudocrem

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