2 Day Ski Touring Expedition in the High Atlas Mountains

This day is dedicated to acclimatization and technical preparation, significantly increasing comfort and summit success on Day 3.

After breakfast, you set out on a half-day ski tour to one of the surrounding peaks, such as Toubkal West, Ras Ouanoukrim approach, or a high col above the refuge, depending on snow and group level.

The ascent allows you to practice efficient skinning techniques at altitude, while the descent offers enjoyable skiing on varied terrain. After returning to the refuge for lunch, the afternoon is free to rest, hydrate, and prepare equipment.

Your guide provides a detailed briefing on the summit day route, weather, and safety procedures.

• Overnight: Toubkal Refuge
• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner 
• Ski time: 4–6 hrs
• Elevation gain/loss: ±600–800 m
• Max altitude: ~3,900–4,000 m

An early start ensures the best snow conditions. After breakfast, you begin the ascent toward Mount Toubkal’s summit using skins. The route climbs steadily through broad snow slopes before reaching steeper sections near the summit ridge, where skis may be carried briefly if required.

Reaching the summit of Mount Toubkal (4,167 m) is a powerful moment, offering sweeping views across the Atlas range and towards the Sahara on clear days.

After a short summit break, you enjoy a long, continuous ski descent back to the refuge — one of the longest ski runs in North Africa. After a rest and lunch, the descent continues through the Mizane Valley back to Imlil.

Transfer back to Marrakech, arriving in the early evening. 

• Meals: Breakfast, lunch
• Ski / walking time: 6–7 hrs
• Elevation gain: +960 m / -2,400 m
• Max altitude: 4,167 m