Weekly Toubkal Trek (International group)

The moment you pass the security gates of the Marrakech International Airport your guide will be awaiting you for a warm welcome in Morocco. You will be transferred to your Riad in the city centre of Marrakech. Staying in a Riad is the way to go when visiting Morocco. A riad is a large, often rectangular two-store traditional house built around a small courtyard. The courtyard serves as a garden lounge in which meals are served. This also explains the origin of the word Riad, an Arabic term for garden. Riads were the homes of the richest citizens such as traders and courtiers. During the day you will have some time for yourself to explore the little streets of Marrakech. One secret tip: exploring Marrakech by bike with Bajabikes will give cycling a complete new meaning. You will meet the rest of your group during your welcome dinner at night. Sleep well, because it will be your first hiking day tomorrow. Accommodation: Shared room in a Riad in the old city centre of Marrakech Duration of hiking: None, only strawling around the Medina

Ski-resort? Yes, you can find a ski-resort in Morocco. And what a place to start your hike. Arriving in Oukaïmeden during the summertime will give you the feeling that you are in the Alps. Here the porters and mules are already waiting for you to transport your luggage. Today will be mainly descending as you will pass several Berber Villages and get the feeling of the rural Berber life. On the banks of the river in Imsker you will have your first lunch served by the local cooks. Exquisite! After circa 6 hours of hiking you will arrive at the Gite (local Berber Guesthouse) in Imi Oughlad.