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119 Reviews

4.5 out of 5

Reviewed October 2011

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

A great trip which is challenging but not technical with the reward of standing on the highest peak in the Atlas mountains. The trip is in my opinion very good value for money.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the top of mount Toubkal this was the reason for going. Knowing that at that time I was the highest person (well along with the rest of my group) in North Africa.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Rashid was very good , knowledgeable and always had a smile on his face. On the first day the pace he set appeared brisk taking into acount the temperature and that he had not had time to gauge the capabilities of the group. He always however had a colleague bringing up the rear. Thereafter, particularly on summit day the speed was more sedate.Went out of his way to arrange mule rides for some of the group on the final days descent to Imlil

Advice for Potential Travellers

First if travelling by own steam, when arriving at Marrakech airport make sure you ask what the airport fare to the Hotel is before agreeing taxi ride. The trip notes give you an idea what to pay. taxi drivers will try to take advantage.We travelled in September and it is hot when the sun rises above the mountains, particularly at the lower altitude and as there is little shade. Make sure you have plenty of water . Be careful what you eat the day before you start on the walk having a dodgy stomach can seriously ruin your trip.The refuge (base camp) is fairly basic we had a room for 16 hence it may be difficult to sleep also you are up early on the two summit days . The climb up to Toubkal is not technically difficult although the path is rough and dusty and a times is fairly steep. My opinion is that the descent is trickier as there are points which can be slippy so walking poles may assist.Food on the trip is generally good a lot of cooked vegatables. If you like alcohol be warned the Hotel in Marrakech may be one of the few places you can order it.Try the Italian Ice cream restaraunt about fifteen minutes from the hotel on the way to the Souks (which will take around 45 minutes to walk).

Reviewed October 2011

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

A great trip for those who like to stretch their muscles amid stunning backdrops. The walks varied in length and steepness, but were very achievable with a good starting level of fitness. Lots of fun being in a group, with constant chatter and altitude-induced fits of giggles!

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing Toubkal was an obvious highlight - the steady trip up, the views from the top, and the scree running on the way back down. The mountains were beautiful, and the sunsets and stars also spectacular. We also had some great meals cooked for us on the road, and exploring the local food stalls on the last afternoon in Marrakesh gave us some unusual culinary experiences!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mohamed was an excellent leader - patient, friendly and organised. He kept the group together well.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for dorms, early starts and the occasional tepid shower... but when approached with the right spirit, it all adds to the experience. Also - buy proper walking socks. They're the best!

Reviewed September 2011

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

First 4000m peak for my wife and first time on an "organised" trek for me so wasn’t sure how I would get on being led by someone else but had a ball and would recommend it to anyone – stress free mountain climbing – walk, eat, sleep – superb!

Most Inspirational Moment

Hmmmm.....topping out on Toubkal was great as it was the main objective and it was superb to see my wife Susies happy wee face having climbed it - very proud of her, but I also really enjoyed Toubkals South Summit as I was the only one on it and the day after we bagged Ounakrim which was more challenging and quieter - our group being the only ones there instead of the 50 or so people on the summit of Toubkal the day before.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Couldn't have asked for anyone better. Abdullah was knowledgeable, professional, very experienced and you couldn't meet a more likeable guy.

Advice for Potential Travellers

These things are all relative depending upon your previous experience but, if you are a competent UK hillwalker comfortable on the higher UK mountains, you should be OK. A lot of the terrain higher up is loose and can be steep - think the Scafells, the Mamores Munros, Ben Nevis from the Carn mor Dearg side rather than the tourist path. My Susie has done around 60 Munros and isn't a fan of heights and she managed fine. Doing this the long way around gives plenty of time to acclimatise and get used to the type of terrain you will encounter on summit day. The trip is well supported and you only carry your own daypack. Plenty of food - more tending to veg than meat and typically Moroccan - though we also got chips in the high hut which was good.

Reviewed August 2011

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Very enjoyable holiday. Tougher in terms of difficulty of terrain than I was expecting. Didn’t enjoy Marrakech as much as the mountains.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the summit of Mt Toublkal.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Very friendly but I also had complete confidence in his abilities to lead the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take walking sticks.

Reviewed August 2011

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

SOmetimes the food is good, or the scenery is good, or the guide is good, but all were good including the other people on the trip which you can’t always plan.

Most Inspirational Moment

Meeting other people from all walks of life with very different views and lifstyles

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ace. Informative. Trustworthy. Fun

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take hat and gloves - it can be very snowy at the top. ANd remember waterproofs too - and a good head torch.

Reviewed July 2011

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

Beautiful country, wonderful people, interesting culture and great food… A perfect getaway to a completely different world in just three hours.

Most Inspirational Moment

The ascent of Mt Toubkal was great but the highlight of the trip was, without a doubt, the optional ascent of Mt Ouanakrim on the following day. This ascent is more technical (requires a bit of scrambling) and therefore lots of other groups don't do it. We were very lucky to be the only ones on the trek and at the summit on that day. The weather played part perfectly too - 2/3 of the way up we had the most beautiful view over the mountain range - brilliant early morning sunshine over a sea of clouds. And the view from the summit was even more spectacular.

Thoughts on Group Leader

It was great to have a local Berber as a guide. Rachid was a great leader; easy to get on with, well organised, funny, very knowledgeable and always smiling. In addition to enjoying the mountains we learned a lot about the life in the Atlas and in Morocco in general.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take gloves and an extra warm layer (I had a light down jacket with me in July) if you feel cold easily. It gets cold in the evenings (if you want to sit outside) and the early start on the summit day can be chilly too.You can buy water and snacks throughout the trek but it's good to have small notes with you as the change of 100 dirhams is often a problem.

Reviewed June 2011

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

A fantastic week away from worries, enjoying every single moment. Great people in the way.

Most Inspirational Moment

Every day was great, thanks to the people I shared the trip with and the local guide

Thoughts on Group Leader

He is a fantastic group leader, lots of knowledge about the region and the country in general. Very responsible and he took a very good care of us.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you like trekking and a bit of a challenge, go for it!

Reviewed May 2011

MT TOUBKAL CLIMB

The 3-star hotel known as Hotel Hadna situated in the centre of Marrakech was our allotted accommodation on my initial first night of my Exodus journey to Mount Toubkal, entailing not only climbing and overseeing the Atlas Range , Mount Toubkal North Africa’s highest mountain , I also enjoyed a 1-1 climb up Mount Hadj beforehand with my guide Mohammed Moucha, which was a breaktaking descent up with him after a lovely afternoon lunch, apparently I was the first Exodos client to do Hadj (Optional) and it was very worthwhile, the views are spectacular, beyond beautiful, magnificant, breath-taking climb and a wacky time as our voices carried to the people below slumbering and chilling after a wonderfully prepared lunch.

Most Inspirational Moment

The ascent with Mohammed up to Haje, the broken slate, the sheer steep incline, the Juniper trees fast extinguishing over the years. Had an awesome ascent and descent to Mount Ouanakrim (minus 7 temperatures) and snow and an early 5am start with crampons/ice-pix, FABULOUS!!! Felt like a mountain goat, superb time...