Mount Toubkal Trek

This challenge is not about the distance trekked, but about the height reached and the challenges of the terrain. You can expect to be trekking for around eight hours a day. There are 3 days of trekking. 

You will be trekking on dry, rocky tracks, mainly  uphill or downhill. There are some shale and scree sections which are loose underfoot, some large boulders, and there may be some leftover snow. 

If you are unsteady on your feet or suffer knee problems you will find trekking poles invaluable, but do make sure you use these in your training. It will get much cooler the higher you trek, and can be very cold at the summit.

The highest point we trek to is 4167m. Trekking at altitude can make even the simplest tasks feel like hard work, and along with feeling cold and fatigued, there will be tough times for everyone. The trip is designed so that there is time to acclimatise to the altitude, but you may still feel effects such as headaches and shortness of breath when on the move. 

We’ll supply you with a full kit list, but an essential items include a worn in supportive pair of walking boots, suitable clothing for trekking in and a sleeping bag.

We’re aiming for a group of 20 trekkers. This is a bespoke event for Arthur Rank Hospice, so all trekkers will be raising funds for the hospice. #TeamArthur!

Absolutely! Most people will be coming along on their own so do not worry. We’ll organise a pre-event get together so you can meet your other trekkers, set up a Whatsapp group so you can chat ahead of the trek. After taking on this challenge of lifetime together, you’ll find you have a special bond with your fellow trekkers. You’ll be buddied up with another trekker to room share.
We also welcome friends, family members and colleagues to join together as well.

Yes all trekkers need to be over 18.

You’ll be asked to complete a medical form ahead of the trek. If you have any concerns about your fitness to take part, we suggest talking to your own Doctor and showing them a copy of the itinerary.

It is amazing what the local crew produce in this environment! The food is freshly-cooked and plentiful so it is important that you make sure you are eating well for the long days of trekking. It’s typical to lose your appetite at altitude, so you may have to make yourself eat at times. The meals are usually high in carbohydrate content, and you will eat foods like porridge, bread, stews, soups, potato, meat dishes, pastas, fruit and vegetables. If you have any dietary requirements please let us know.

International flights, all accommodation (twin share), meals as detailed in the itinerary, celebration meal, Discover Adventure leader and Doctor, local leaders, team & transportation, Fuel supplement and airline taxes, 24-hour emergency UK back-up. The trip is 100% financially bonded and 100% carbon offset.

Not included in the costs are: meals as detailed in itinerary, Alcoholic drinks, personal travel insurance and tips for the local crew.

It’s important to set out a plan and break this figure down into chunks. An online fundraising page is a great place to start, and we can give you everything you need as well as some helpful tips to make the most of this.

On top of that you’ll need to be a bit creative – who do you know, what do you enjoy, who can help you?

A great idea is to aim for an event to really make a lot in one night. Things like a quiz night, bingo, music night with a raffle have been very successful for people in the past.

Does your employer offered matched funding?

Can you do something like a big car wash in your area, rope in friends and family so you can do lots of cars in day.

We’re here to help and support you, and can help you make a plan.

Bookings are now closed for this trek, sorry. But contact us on challenges@arhc.org.uk for information about other challenges.