Toubkal National Park, Atlantic Plains Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  To reach Toubkal National Park by car from Atlantic Plains, you can follow these steps: Start on the main road heading south towards Marrakesh. Once you reach Marrakesh, take the N9 road towards Imlil. Continue on the N9 for about 60 km until you arrive in Imlil village, which is the main gateway to Toubkal National Park. From Imlil, follow the signs towards Toubkal National Park. There is parking available in Imlil, and you might need to pay a small fee (approximately 10-20 MAD) for parking. Make sure to check the local traffic regulations and road conditions before you set out.

• Public Transportation

  For those using public transportation, you can take a bus from Atlantic Plains to Marrakesh. Buses are frequent and the fare is usually around 50-100 MAD. Once you arrive in Marrakesh, head to the bus station and catch a bus to Imlil. The bus fare from Marrakesh to Imlil is approximately 30-50 MAD, and the journey takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. Upon arriving in Imlil, you can either walk to the entrance of Toubkal National Park or hire a local guide (which is recommended) or a mule for a more comfortable journey into the park.

• Taxi

  Another option is to take a taxi from Marrakesh directly to Imlil. This is a more expensive option, with fares typically ranging from 400-600 MAD. Taxis can be shared or private, and the journey takes about 1.5 hours. Make sure to negotiate the price before getting into the taxi, and confirm that the driver knows the destination.