The 3 Peaks Challenge in Morocco

The mountain walks and views were awesome. Mount Toubkal is a bucket list activity, but for good reason - the night ascent and sunrise at the summit were unforgettable. Mount Ouanoukrim is the better hillwalk however, and pairing it with Toubkal is a good idea.

The trip was more difficult than I expected. In particular this was because of sleep deprivation - I had not realised that we would be getting up in the middle of the night. I did the three days of hard walking on a total of about 7 hours sleep. I am an experienced hillwalker/climber but this was exhausting.

Morocco is not for vegetarians - or even pescatarians. The salads were good, but if I never have another vegetable tagine it will be too soon. And given the amount of exercise we were doing, I just needed a lot more calories.

Riad Habib is basic, but ok. Riad View Point was a lot nicer, thanks to the lovely roof terrace. The Mouflon refuge was full - indeed overcrowded. The dormitory was full, very cramped, noisy and hot - I found it very hard to sleep. If I had known it was going to be like that I would have taken a tent and camped outside. The toilets and showers were pretty grim and definitely in need of refurbishment.

The itinerary was very intense. I coped, but it took two full days to recover. An extra day to acclimatise at the refuge would have made it better.

The group dynamic was very good except for one individual who did not wish to engage with or speak to anyone else. Bizarre and discomforting behaviour. Everyone else was friendly and outgoing and I enjoyed their company.

The booking experience was good. I was slightly concerned to have heard nothing re arrangements for the trip until less than ten days beforehand, at which point I sent an inquiring email. Thereafter it was all fine - as were the taxis, transfers, luggage portering etc

The guides, Moustafa and Lamal, were great. Friendly, supportive, well organised, and hard working. Can't speak too highly of them. The attached photo is a nice shot of Mustafa at the top of the scramble up to Mount Ouanoukrim, with Toubkal behind him.

Such a great trip, amazing views, tough hikes and great group - couldn't ask for more!

Top marks to our guides who were excellent every step of the way. The itinerary was challenging and rewarding. Will definitely be booking further trips in the Atlas mountains.

It's very accurately called Three Peaks Challenge. Doing the three peaks in 3 days including trekking up and down from Imlil was certainly a challenge for me, but manageable. Challenge includes two early morning starts, cramped dormitories, high altitude and rocky/scree filled paths. But all manageable with help of excellent guides (shout out to Moustapha), tireless cooks and behind scenes administration by Mouna. All in all an excellent trip which provided all that was promised.

What an adventure! Truly epic in every way. The scenery was astonishing, and the service and the guide exceptional. My group was such a lovely thoughtful and caring adventurous team. A once in a lifetime experience. Thank you. MBA

Unbelievable trip from start to finish, had the pleasure of meeting a great group of people & have made some amazing memories. It’s a tough challenge but well worth the effort. The sunrise climb was truly spectacular. The guides were amazing & the food was lovely, lots of it. Excellent trip & well recommended for all you adventurers out there. This was my second trip with MBA & I’m already looking forward to the next one.

The organisation was seamless - Aztac arranged a private pickup for me from Casablanca Airport at a better price than I could find myself, and booked an extra night in Marrakech pre-tour with zero hassle.

The hikes were absolutely spectacular – breathtaking landscapes, remote trails, and truly unique views that made every step worth it. True to its name, this is definitely a challenge – the terrain is uneven, and there’s more scrambling than I anticipated, but that just added to the adventure. I felt completely safe and supported thanks to the professional and experienced guides Mustafa and Mohammed, who allowed me to really enjoy the experience.

The mountain refuge is very basic and the toilet facilities weren’t the cleanest, but seems the only option at that altitude and the convenience makes up for it.

Great trip well organised and very good guides.

An excellent trip to Marrakech and the Atlas Mountains. Well organised with excellent guides and pleasant accommodation - both in Marrakech and at the refuge.

We had the most amazing experience on the Atlas Mountains. Our guide Mohammed mustafa and lesten were amazing The food was gorgeous I have never enjoyed my food so much Thank you all for such an amazing experience and a memory I will be talking about with fondness for a long time ❤️

Absolutely amazing from the moment we booked to taking on the trek so we'll organised every one we met went out of their way to make our trip special the guides on the trek were all outstanding id highly recommend

Had a wonderful time from start to finish. Superlative hospitality and guides, excellent and plentiful meals, immaculately organised. We gelled as a group and loved sharing the adventure. The hiking itself is spectacular and more than makes up for the astonishing early mornings.

The hiking trip was an incredible experience from start to finish. The whole adventure was fantastic value for money, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a proper mountain challenge.

The guides were excellent – really friendly, supportive, and so knowledgeable about the terrain and the mountains. They struck a great balance between keeping us safe and making the trip fun, and their encouragement really helped when things got tough.

Food was another highlight. Every meal was tasty, plentiful, and always left us full and satisfied. Water was always available, and the team did a great job catering for dietary needs if you let them know in advance.

Accommodation was simple but comfortable. The dorms were clean and mixed, we had 12 people in one room, so be prepared to share a small space. It’s part of the experience, and it was actually fun once we got used to it. Note electricity is only available around evening mealtimes, so a head torch is absolutely essential. The toilets / wash facilities were… an adventure in themselves! Definitely bring flip flops and plenty of wipes!

Of course, the real star of the trip was the mountains. They were simply breathtaking – big, dramatic, and beautiful beyond words. Standing at the top felt like being on top of the world. Doing the two smaller peaks before Toubkal was a great way to acclimatize, although several of us (myself included) did feel the effects of altitude sickness. I’d definitely recommend packing plenty of medications like paracetamol, Imodium, and anti-nausea tablets just in case. Be prepared for very little sleep and very early morning starts.

The whole trip was more than just a hike – it was an adventure. I made some amazing new friends, shared loads of laughs (and a few tears!), and came away with memories that will stay with me forever. I loved it so much that I’m already thinking about what adventure to book next.

All in all, a challenging, rewarding, and unforgettable experience – highly recommend!

The Three Peaks challenge is an awesome adventure and much better than just doing Toubkal as a stand alone… the sister peaks were more manageable and assists with acclimatising ⛰️ Don’t underestimate Toubkal… it’s a beast!

I loved the trip, but I would make it better known in forehand how hard the trip can be with the long days and not a lot of sleep. I didn't expect the getting up at 5 am and 2:30 am. The other thing I didn't expect was that you could 30 people in the mixed dorm. But overall still loved the trip!

What an incredible trip, brilliant guides, great company, the sunrise summit was truly spectacular. The Riad in Morocco was lovely, the refuge can get busy and be warned each dormitory is mixed, but everyone is there for the same goal. I found day two the toughest, but more probably due to the heat. The food was brilliant and will keep you fueled. If you're looking for a few days get away then this is well worth it.

From start to finish, this was a fantastic trip

A brilliant adventure from start to finish. The tour was well organised, and delivered spectacular experiences. The group were friendly, chatty and inclusive, the landscapes were picturesque. Our tour guides were knowledgable and experienced with the trek making for a safe yet adventurous opportunity for all. Great value for money! Overall a highly recommended adventure.

What an amazing trek with amazing people. Both the group and the guides made the tough days enjoyable. The guides kept us safe and well informed as well as making us laugh for three days straight. Absolutely loved it!

Everything about this trip was fantastic. Airport transfers seamless, staff at the (beautiful) Riad helpful and friendly, the food was amazing throughout. The refuge was basic but good enough for what you need it for. The hikes were perfectly planned and absolutely brilliant. But our guides are what made it so special … attentive, helpful, informative, encouraging, organised, and so fun. The best trip :hands_heart|type_3:

Overall, this was a fantastic and rewarding experience. The 3 Peaks Challenge in Morocco delivered exactly what it promised in terms of adventure: breathtaking views, a real physical challenge, and the satisfaction of reaching some amazing summits.

A special shout out to our guide Jawad (renamed Jo by me 😆)—he was an absolute legend. Calm, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout, he really made us feel safe and motivated on the mountain. Our group was small, just my friend and I plus one other person, which made for a really personal and enjoyable experience.

That said, there were a few things that could be improved: • Pre-trip communication: The WhatsApp group set up ahead of the trip wasn’t monitored or responded to, which left me uneasy.

• Refuge experience: After hiking around 4 hours to the refuge, we arrived to find there was no electricity due to maintenance works. Power came on briefly during dinner at 6:30 pm, but was off again by morning, making it difficult to get ready in the dark for an early hike. There was also no hot water our entire stay and after the long stays of trekking, climbing and dust, a warm shower would have been welcome. • Accommodation clarity: One point that we feel should be clearly stated in the trip details is that the refuge dorms are not only shared, but mixed-gender. While this may be fine for many, it’s something some travellers might want to know in advance to be fully comfortable.

Despite these few glitches, this was a brilliant adventure—challenging, memorable, and filled with stunning landscapes. With a few improvements to communication and clearer accommodation info, the overall experience would be even better. We absolutely would recommend it for those up for the challenge!

Very nice and chalenging trip. nice local team!

From start to finish the entire adventure was incredible. Everything was well set out. Our guide was very helpful and made the entire trip great! I could not recommend this challenge enough!

Had a fantastic time, met some great people and had an experience that I will be telling my grand children about in years to come. Organisation was faultless as was (Mustafa) our guide. Food was also good and well catered for vegetarians.

This was a real adventure from start to finish, with everything organised brilliantly. The riad, transport, guides, food- all perfect. The trekking itself was challenging but rewarding with the awesome views. Loved this trip so much.

I found this harder than Kilimanjaro, especially day two but far more enjoyable. The guides are amazing. Really knowledgeable - they take care of you and they couldn’t do more for you. The food is amazing from the Riad. The food provided on the mountain was better than the food I had in Marrakesh, which was also excellent. I took altitude sickness tablets and didn’t feel any adverse effects. The people in our group who didn’t take them also manage to climb. The second day was the toughest day as a scramble is involved but it’s all quite manageable. I’m 60 years old and found it not too physically challenging but I walk a lot every day. Views are stunning. Highly recommended!

Superb little holiday/adventure with so much packed into such a short time. Everything went to plan - met at the airport, caught up with the others in the group for Weds dinner coordinated via Whatsap. Steady, sensible pace trekking up to the mountain refuge to allow us to acclimatise. The accommodation at the refuge was somewhat cosy but we all knew this would be the case but we were well looked after there and the food was pretty decent. The two peaks on Friday were great fun with a bit of scrambling heading to Ras which everyone in the group ably dealt with and the second summit was easily reached from there. We also apparently took longer than expected as we had too many stops for photos! The one tricky thing was that it was easy to slide on the little stones and about an hour before the end I slipped, fell over and tweaked my left quad which remained painful thereafter. However, one of the guides, Mustafa I think noted my discomfort and kindly gave me his poles (as a fell runner I thought I could manage without) which he let me keep for the rest of the trip and these helped notably on the downhills taking the pressure off the sore quad. Saturday's ascent of Toubkal was aided by the poles and some paracetamol & Ibuprofen and was done at a nice steady pace which seemed to suit the whole group and we got to the summit in good time before 8am - less opportunities for photos going up as we started in the dark but we made up for this with plenty of pics at the summit and with the Whatsapp group could pick and choose from a variety of sources with some very accomplished photographers within the group. Having spent so much time together I got to know everyone in the group and feel like we have all become friends and may even try and book another trip with MBA with members of this group.

The trip was absolutely great! The weather was perfect, the food delicious, and the hike was a great challenge. The guides were brilliant! I met some really nice people as well. I'd certainly do it again.

I recently completed The 3 Peaks Challenge in Morocco with Much Better Adventures, and it was truly unforgettable. The trek through the Atlas Mountains was both challenging and rewarding, offering stunning views at every turn.

What made this trip even more special was our guide. His knowledge, expertise, and positive attitude kept the group motivated throughout. He knew how to balance pushing us to our limits while ensuring we were safe and comfortable, making the whole experience enjoyable.

The logistics were seamless—comfortable accommodations, delicious food, and a great team. If you're up for a challenge and want to experience the beauty of Morocco, I highly recommend this adventure!

My fiance and I embarked on this trip in June 2025 and loved every minute of it. Our guide, Said, was absolutely phenomenal. He supported and encouraged us every step of the way. Can't thank Said enough for everything he did for us. He made the adventure run so smoothly. Will definitely book with MBA again soon