Four mountain objectives
Explore the Tacheddirt Valley and Toubkal Massif, with objectives including Tizi Likemt, Bouignouane, Toubkal and Akioud.
Ride The Atlas / Ski touring
Morocco · High Atlas
Tacheddirt
& Toubkal
An eight-day ski touring expedition from the Tacheddirt Valley to the high mountains of the Toubkal Massif.
View the itinerary 8 days / 7 nights
Duration
8 days · 7 nights
Highest objective
4,167 m
Region
High Atlas, Morocco
Discipline
Ski touring
The expedition
Two valleys.
High Atlas summits.
This eight-day ski touring expedition links the quieter valleys around Tacheddirt with the high alpine terrain of the Toubkal Massif.
Starting in Marrakech, the journey moves into the mountains through Imlil and Tacheddirt. The first days take you towards Tizi Likemt and Bouignouane, with ski descents through open mountain terrain. The expedition then continues into the Toubkal area, with objectives including Mount Toubkal at 4,167 m and Akioud at 4,030 m.
This is ski mountaineering in a natural mountain environment, away from prepared pistes. Routes and objectives are adapted to snow coverage, weather, visibility, snow stability and the group’s condition.
The experience
What makes
this journey.
Into the 4,000-metre mountains
Aim for Mount Toubkal at 4,167 m and Akioud at 4,030 m in Morocco’s high mountain terrain.
Two sides of the Atlas
Begin among the villages and open slopes around Tacheddirt before continuing into the Toubkal Massif.
Earn your turns
Climb on touring skins and descend through natural mountain terrain, away from prepared ski pistes.
From mountains to Marrakech
Finish the expedition in Marrakech, with time to discover the medina and the city at your own pace.
A conditions-led itinerary
Routes and objectives are adapted to snow coverage, weather, visibility and the group’s condition.
From valley to summit
Earn your turns.
Day by day
The itinerary
Eight days through the Tacheddirt Valley and the Toubkal Massif. The mountain plan remains flexible and conditions-led.
01
Day
Imlil · approx. 1,740 m
Marrakech to Imlil
Arrival · Transfer into the High Atlas
Meet your team at Marrakech Menara Airport and transfer into the High Atlas. The road leads to Imlil, the mountain village that serves as the gateway to the Toubkal Massif. Settle into your riad, meet the team and prepare your equipment for the days ahead.
Overnight: Riad in Imlil
02
Day
Tizi Likemt · approx. 3,555 m
Tizi Likemt ski tour
Tacheddirt Valley · First mountain objective
After breakfast, drive for around 30 minutes towards Tacheddirt. From the village, put on your touring skis and climb on skins towards Tizi Likemt. From the pass, enjoy a ski descent towards Tacheddirt, choosing the most suitable line for the snow and conditions.
Overnight: Tacheddirt
03
Day
Bouignouane · approx. 3,882 m
Bouignouane summit
Ski descent · Return to Imlil
Today’s objective is Bouignouane, also known as Bou Iguenouane. Climb towards the summit and take in the views across the surrounding High Atlas before beginning your ski descent. The descent continues towards the road, depending on snow coverage. After lunch, transfer back to Imlil.
Overnight: Riad in Imlil
04
Day
Toubkal Refuge · 3,207 m
Into the Toubkal high mountains
Approach to the refuge area
Leave Imlil and begin the approach towards the Toubkal Refuge. The route adapts to the snowline: some sections may be completed on foot before continuing on touring skis when conditions allow. Continue towards a suitable overnight location near the base of the Toubkal objectives. The exact location depends on snow coverage and mountain conditions.
Overnight: High-mountain area; final location depends on conditions
05
Day
Mount Toubkal · 4,167 m
Mount Toubkal · 4,167 m
Ski touring on Morocco’s highest mountain
Set out on touring skis towards Mount Toubkal, the highest summit in Morocco and North Africa. The ascent and descent route will be selected according to snow conditions, visibility and the group’s pace. Ski back to the refuge for lunch and enjoy a relaxed afternoon in the mountains.
Overnight: Toubkal Refuge
06
Day
Akioud · 4,030 m
Akioud · 4,030 m
Ski descent · Return to Imlil
Today’s objective is Akioud, a 4,030 m summit in the Toubkal Massif. Climb on skins towards the mountain, following the most appropriate line for the prevailing conditions. After the summit and ski descent, return to the refuge for lunch, then descend through the valley to Imlil.
Overnight: Riad in Imlil
07
Day
Marrakech
Imlil to Marrakech
Return to the city · Free time
After breakfast, transfer from Imlil to Marrakech. Once checked in at your riad, the rest of the day is free to explore the city at your own pace. Wander through the medina and souks, visit a historic site or enjoy a relaxed afternoon in one of the city’s cafés.
Overnight: Riad in Marrakech
08
Day
Marrakech Menara Airport
Departure from Marrakech
Airport transfer
After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech Menara Airport for your departure. Your ski touring expedition through the High Atlas comes to an end.
Overnight: Departure
The mountain objectives
A journey through the high country.
Tizi Likemt
3,555 m
A high pass above the Tacheddirt Valley.
Bouignouane
Approx. 3,882 m
A summit objective in the High Atlas.
Mount Toubkal
4,167 m
The highest summit in Morocco and North Africa.
Akioud
4,030 m
A high summit in the Toubkal Massif.
Plan your expedition
Trip details
The journey combines village accommodation, a high-mountain approach and ski touring objectives in the Toubkal Massif. Mountain logistics are adapted to the conditions on the ground.
At a glance
- Duration
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Start and finish
- Marrakech, Morocco
- Mountain base
- Imlil
- Mountain region
- Tacheddirt Valley and Toubkal Massif
- Highest objective
- Mount Toubkal · 4,167 m
- Activity
- Ski touring and ski mountaineering
Accommodation & transfers
The itinerary plans riad stays in Imlil and Marrakech, an overnight in Tacheddirt, and nights in the Toubkal high-mountain area. The precise Day 4 overnight location depends on snow conditions and the final mountain plan.
Transfers described in the itinerary connect Marrakech, Imlil and Tacheddirt. The approach and descent in the Toubkal area are completed on foot and on touring skis as conditions allow.
Booking information
Confirm the trip arrangements
The itinerary sets out the planned route, transfers and overnight stops. Package inclusions—including meals, guiding, mountain staff, luggage support and equipment—are confirmed with Ride The Atlas before booking.
Ask about trip arrangementsMountain conditions
The mountains set the plan.
Summit attempts and ski descents are objectives, not guarantees. The guide may adapt the route, timing or objectives according to weather, snow conditions, visibility, terrain and the group’s ability. Safety takes priority over completing a planned summit.
In the mountains
The journey in pictures
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Before you go
Frequently asked
questions.
Useful details about the Tacheddirt & Toubkal ski touring expedition. For questions about your dates or experience, get in touch with the Ride The Atlas team.
Ask us a question01Do I need previous ski touring experience?
The itinerary involves climbing on touring skins and skiing in natural mountain terrain, including high-altitude objectives. Your ski touring experience, fitness and mountain background should be discussed with the Ride The Atlas team before booking so the trip can be assessed for suitability.
02Is reaching the summit of Toubkal guaranteed?
No. Mount Toubkal at 4,167 m is a planned objective, not a guaranteed summit. The guide may adapt the route or change the objective according to weather, snow conditions, visibility, terrain and the group’s ability. Safety takes priority over completing the planned itinerary.
03Where do we stay during the expedition?
The itinerary includes riad accommodation in Imlil, an overnight in Tacheddirt, high-mountain accommodation in the Toubkal area and a final night in Marrakech. The exact overnight location on Day 4 depends on the snowline and mountain conditions.
04When is the best time for this trip?
Ski touring conditions in the High Atlas depend on the season, snowfall and changing mountain weather. Contact us with your preferred dates so we can discuss conditions and the feasibility of the planned objectives.
05What equipment should I bring?
You will need suitable ski touring equipment and mountain clothing for changing winter conditions. The exact equipment list, including safety equipment and any items that may be available locally, should be confirmed with the Ride The Atlas team before your trip.
06What is included in the trip price?
The itinerary describes the planned route, transfers and overnight stops. Specific package inclusions—such as meals, guiding, mountain staff, luggage support and equipment—should be confirmed with us when you enquire.
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