Amazing trip!!
Everything was perfectly organised, from beginning to end.
I would not classify it as beginner/improver level though, it was definitely doable, but tough , you should be reasonably fit.
The guides were great, food was fresh and plentiful.
Accommodation in Emlil was super all around.
The Refuge was ok but dorms were for 24 people , so don't expect to sleep much.
Showers didn't do much.
Take wet wipes , ear plugs and an eye mask.
All in all a fabulous experience, we were shattered afterwards but it was absolutely worth it!!!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
An amazing trip and what an experience made so by our guides Abdul and Yusef who could not of been more helpful and looked after us all on the mountain. Two amazing guys thank you.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
An incredible trip! I travelled with my daughter. Have to say that summit day was tough as winds were high & my daughter was feeling unwell. However, our guides Abdul & Yusef were amazing - so kind, caring, helpful & encouraging. We wouldn't have made it to the top & down without them. In fact the whole team were brilliant - Lahouceine who organised the trip, the hosts at Riad Bab Imlil, the muleteers, cooks & refuge staff. We were so well looked after at every stage. The food was very healthy & they even catered for my daughter & I as we are gluten intolerant. If you are looking to do this trip do not hesitate to book with Skyhook & Atlas Vertical. Definitely an adventure!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Outstanding Experience with Skyhook – 3 Peaks in 24 Hours!
Taking on the 3 Peaks Challenge with Skyhook was one of the most unforgettable experiences of my life. From start to finish, the team was professional, organized, and incredibly supportive. The guides were knowledgeable, encouraging, and knew exactly how to keep us motivated and on track through some tough climbs and tight timeframes.
Each peak – Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, and Snowdon – presented its own unique challenge, but Skyhook's planning and logistics were spot-on. The transportation was smooth and comfortable, rest breaks were well-timed, and safety was clearly their top priority throughout.
What really stood out was the team atmosphere they created. It didn’t feel like just a hike – it felt like an adventure shared with like-minded people, backed by a company that truly knows what they’re doing. Whether you're an experienced hiker or taking on something like this for the first time, Skyhook delivers an incredible experience.
Highly recommend to anyone looking to push their limits with the confidence of expert support!
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
What an amazing adventure! We kicked things off with Ben Nevis at 7:35 AM on Saturday, and I officially finished the challenge by touching the minibus after Snowdon at 7:28 AM the next morning (yes, touching the minibus made it feel real!).
There’s no way I could’ve done this without all the right pieces falling into place — a fantastic group of people (so lovely to meet you all, you're amazing!), great guide and drivers, and even the weather was on our side. Huge thanks to Jon for keeping us all on track and for the guidance and encouragement along the way. And a special shoutout to Steve, one of our awesome drivers — thank you!
It was definitely a challenge (no surprise there!), and sticking to the schedule is super important. But it was all totally worth it! We were very lucky to get clear views on Ben Nevis, a beautiful sunset on Scafell Pike, and a stunning sunrise on Snowdon.
One small tip if you're getting picked up at Glasgow Central Station like I did: it’s a good idea to double-check exactly where to meet and get in touch with Simon ahead of time. Since my phone number isn’t UK-based, there was a small hiccup in getting in touch, but luckily I’d confirmed the spot and everything worked out fine.
Overall, such a great experience — thank you to everyone who made it so memorable!
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
Absolutely brilliant. I loved it from start to finish. I've never canoed before so worried I may hold up the group, but I needn't have worried as our guide James was brilliant throughout with quiet encouragement us throughout.
There was ample, and very delicious food cooked and provided throughout our trip, including a snack barrel, which was full of delicious goodies.
Our group were also brilliant, all working hard together, making it one of the best experiences I have ever taken part in.
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
Booked the trip last September and had waited patiently for the months to pass . This was my ‘first’ canoe experience and exceeded all expectations. We gained top tips , expert advise, reassurance at the little bit more choppy times that we could do this . Our guide James was a fantastic chap , it was a pleasure to spend 5 days with him and our fellow paddlers . We all bonded and worked as a team , had lots of laughs with each other , tonnes of snacks and delicious home cooked camp food . It’s left me sad it’s come to an end . Would do again in a heart beat ! If you are wondering if its too hard , is it for experts it’s not , just go for it and get it booked . The weather was on our side on this trip , but should not put you off , the trip can be adapted to make it more pleasant .
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
Brilliant trip! Our guide James was first rate and we all bonded really well as a group. The weather was also excellent - good decision to make the trip in the opposite direction t fit with the prevailing wind.
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
I just completed an amazing adventure. I took a canoe trip across Scotland with a group and led by Sam. I was anxious to begin with. I'm a solo traveller and not young anymore. Would I cope with a canoe? sharing a canoe? the endurance across five days of paddling? wild camping? the weather? did I have the right gear? All of which I was quickly reassured about as our group of seven contained other solo travellers and had never canoed before.
It takes an awful lot of gear to get a small group of campers across lochs and a canal for five days, and all this was stowed in the canoes in barrels along with the personal gear. But once on the water, with the wind at our backs and with the right coaching from our guide, it turned out to be manageable and enjoyable to be doing something I'd never done before. The food was plentiful and the accommodation was adequate. It's amazing what you can do without over five days, and it makes you appreciate luxuries you take for granted, like a shower, a flush toilet, and a dining table. But the route does take you through some luxuries like the bar on the barge at Laggan Locks, or the pub lunch at Fort Augustus. We were fortunate with the weather. Wall to wall sunshine. A strong wind at times enabled us to utilise wind power to push us along, and it turns out that when everyone rafts up and uses a sail, you become a fast clipper and push the pace at a rate of exhilarating knots. The group worked as a team at the portages and every evening when we set up camp. Friends were made and memories shared. This is a great experience and I thoroughly recommend it to anyone with an adventurous ambition.
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
Epic adventure! I loved every minute of this trip from the scenery, challenge of canoeing, wild camping, laughter and our amazing guide Sam, it was amazing. I would recommend for anyone looking to see Scotland from a different perspective, meet like minded people and challenge themselves!
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
We had a lovely time and particularly recommend Youssef who was our driver for the week and did everything he could to make sure that we had an enjoyable trip and that our every need was met. I cannot commend him highly enough.
The places we stayed were very comfortable the food was very good although unfortunately we did suffer with some stomach issues (to be expected); the riad we stayed in todres gorge (Dar essyaha) was spectacular, the hosts were friendly and the food excellent, rooms clean and comfortable unfortunately the hotel in Casablanca (Diwan) probably the least comfortable and noisy.
Our local host Lahouceine was very helpful and the best guide was Adil in Fes and the guide in Volubilis - both extremely knowledgeable.
Would definitely travel with Skyhook again - it gave a local experience that would have not been provided on normal tourist trips
Highlight of trips: Fes best Medina I have ever seen and the camel trip
Rachael
Travelled on: Morocco Highlights
I went on this trip with a couple of my freinds, the tour was amazing! Johnathan was our guide and he truly is one of the best tour guides I have ever had. Would reccomend people to be fit and able-bodied to partake in this trip as it requires physical fitness to complete (especially the rafting and trekking).
Travelled on: Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu
Highly recommended for anyone seeking a mix of adventure and soulful travel. I came back with beautiful memories and a deep appreciation for Morocco’s landscapes and people.
The trek was challenging but incredibly rewarding. Surrounded by the stunning Atlas Mountains, I was constantly in awe of the natural beauty. The local guides were not only experienced but also genuinely kind and supportive, making sure everyone felt comfortable and safe. (Special Thanks to Hassan, Abdul and Mustafa. 🙏🏻 )
Riding camels at sunset and sunrise across the dunes of Merzouga was a magical experience I’ll never forget.
PS. I absolutely loved the scent of the detergent they used at Palais des Dunes camp, so fresh and comforting! I regret not asking what type it was.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
Thankyou Akis and skyhook for an amazing trip , we got the summit of Mytakis, Mount Olympus was magnificent , led by our awesome guide Akis.
Best wishes to all G 😎🙏
Travelled on: Mount Olympus Hike (2,919m)
Akis is an excellent guide. He knows the mountain very well and is very professional and kind. I am a beginer in mountain climbing (*) and he was patient and encouraging. There was no way I would have gone through the snowy terrain and the rocky scramble without his guidance and support. Brilliant guide. Highly recommend!
(*) This doesn't mean that the climb is easy! If you do it in May it's definitely not for beginners if you ask me.
Travelled on: Mount Olympus Hike (2,919m)
Book it…You won’t be disappointed!!
The whole trip was so well organised, and our guides, James and Phil were just wonderful. They looked after us so well, and kept us safe, well fed and entertained from start to finish.
The views and scenery along the way was simply breathtaking and we couldn’t have asked for better weather.
The wild camping spots we stayed at along the way were picture perfect and it was nice to just relax around the campfire at the end of each day enjoying the food, drinks and company of the others in my group.
This was, without a doubt one of the most amazing experiences I've ever had and I couldn't recommend it enough!
PS...If you feel the cold like me then I would suggest you invest in a decent sleeping bag as it did become very chilly during the night (mine was rubbish 🥶) and also don't wear shoes that aren't waterproof or that you don't mind getting wet as they WILL get soaked when docking and launching the canoes on and off the rocky shores...
❤️🛶🏕️⛰️
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
What a great trip and great experience from start to finish I can’t recommend highly enough. Scotland is a picturesque place and I got to see it from a unique point of view, if you like to try new things you will love this . I also meet some amazing new people who were always on hand to help if needed , from pitching a tent or docking my canoe they made this a trip I will never forget.
Just want to give a shout out to James and Phil for everything and making the trip what it was .
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
Absolutely loved my trip from Fort William all the way across and before finally docking at Inverness!! The weather was beautiful, so many snacks, the scenery was insane and the other people on the trip absolutely made it. They were the best.
James & Phil were brill, they worked so hard looking after us all, keeping us safe and super well fed from the second they woke up. Thank you 🙂🏴🏞️💙
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
Fantastic adventure and we were looked after perfectly by James and Phil. Would highly recommend.
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
I'm not sure there are words that can describe how amazing this trip is. The scenery, food and campsites are unimaginable.
James and Phil were both amazing and put everyone at ease and helped build a great team between everyone who was on the trip.
Every night we docked somewhere new and the food, snacks and drinks were plentiful.
This was such a good trip and I met some wonderful people.
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
Blown away. So much more than I could possibly have expected. The trip, Scotland, the experience, the views were all mind blowing. Then to add to that we had the most perfect weather and group dynamic.
A special mention to both James and Phil. I don’t believe they could have done anymore than they did to make the trip anymore perfect. This was a experience I will never forget and one I will be talking about for years to come.
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
Just wow!
From the moment we were met at Tirana until the sad day we were dropped back the professionalism, kindness and fun we received from Albanian Rafting was never short of outstanding.
The accommodation, food, activities were top class but what really stood out for me was the people behind it all.
Alma, Cristian, Arbri, Arti etc are wonderful people who worked so hard to deliver an amazing 5 days in beautiful Albania.
Looking back over the trip now I cant help but smile remembering all the adventures and belly laughs shared with my fellow travellers and new friends.
Alma - you have created something very special with Albania Rafting and I encourage anyone and everyone to do this trip. You will have the time of your life!
Thank you Albania Rafting and thank you Albania - you are all awesome!
Travelled on: Hike, Raft, and Kayak Albania
What a great adventure. Really good value for money and so many activities packed in without feeling rushed.
The organisation of activities and journeys to and from them was first class.
Alma and the hotel staff were great hosts and couldn't do enough to help.
Our main guide, Arbri, was great company and you could see it really mattered to him that we were having a good time. He was polite, funny, enthusiastic and went out of his way to make sure we had a wonderful trip.
All the drivers were good.
The other guides including Arti, Ari, Christian and Kevi were also brilliant - good fun but professional and you felt very safe in their company
All in all an fantastic trip that I would highly recommend
Travelled on: Hike, Raft, and Kayak Albania
Amazing trip! A few minor details were different in person so Skyhook may need to update some details (i.e. tipping requirements etc.), however the trips was perfect and amazingly organised! I will be using Skyhook again!
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
In May 2025, I embarked on an extraordinary hiking trip up Mount Toubkal with in a group of nine, organised by Skyhook Adventure. It was an unforgettable adventure, with every detail brilliantly managed, though the mountain itself was tougher than I anticipated. The walk from Imlil village to the Refuge was very enjoyable. The pace was relaxed and the views were stunning. I could see myself coming back again just to do this part of the trek.
The guides were exceptional—knowledgeable, approachable, and highly attentive. They ensured our safety whilst sharing captivating insights about the local culture and the mountain, enriching the entire experience. Their pacing was well-judged, allowing us to push ourselves without feeling rushed, accommodating both seasoned hikers and those less experienced with high-altitude treks.
Climbing Mount Toubkal was a breathtaking yet humbling challenge. The relentless ascents, thin air, and grueling hours tested my physical and mental limits beyond what I’d prepared for, set against the stunning Atlas Mountains. I should’ve researched the climb’s intensity more thoroughly, as it’s not for the faint-hearted. Still, my group and the guides’ unwavering support and the thrill of summiting made the challenge unforgettable.
Accommodation was good, with comfortable stays in and mountain refuges. Each was clean, cosy, and provided a welcoming haven to recover after a day’s hiking. The food was a highlight—delicious, hearty Moroccan dishes that kept us fuelled. From tagines to fresh bread and local fruit, every meal was a treat.
Transport was impeccable, with reliable and comfortable transfers to and from. Everything ran smoothly, freeing us to focus on the adventure without worrying about logistics. The pace of the hike was well-balanced, allowing us to savour the stunning scenery while tackling the mountain’s challenges.
Skyhook Adventure delivered a remarkable experience, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone eager to tackle Mount Toubkal. Despite wishing for a tad more guidance on what to expect from the climb, the attention to detail, passion for adventure, and commitment to creating memorable experiences made this trip truly exceptional. Highly recommend Skyhook Adventure.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Well organised.
Excellent guides
Outstanding food
Cared for full age range (24 - 79)
Great experience
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
What a lot to fit into such a quick trip.
We were very well looked after throughout the entire experience.
Food ☑️ so tasty, so much
Guides ☑️ Abdul was awesome
Tough day to get to the roof of North Africa and back to Imil. But everyone in our team made it.
Thanks to everyone.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Fabulous trip from start to finish. Very well organised and our guides were brilliant.
The food was incredible, there was so much delicious food to eat on every stop of the trek, cooked by our very own travelling hef provided as part of the trip.
I would thoroughly recommend this trip to anyone with reasonable fitness.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
In a word, the Toubkal trek was amazing. The guides were knowledgable and very attentive; the catering (including in the mountain hut) copious and out of this world; the scenery all you could expect and more; the actual trekking hard work but oh so rewarding. And Marakesh itself is such a friendly and interesting place, so don't forget to extend your stay.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Well organised trip, this is the highest mountain I have climbed. The guides were self assured and paced our group fantastically. The food way exceeded my expectations and this really is a fabulous corner of the planet.
Thankyou to everyone.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Absolutely first class. I was the oldest and weakest of the group but I was helped and encouraged the whole time. Rory, our guide, was excellent as well as being a great cook. I would be happy to recommend this trip to anyone.
Travelled on: Canoe & Wild Camp Across Scotland
10/10 whole heartedly recommend.
Totally terrific trip. From start to finish.
Our guide & chef Rory was the business, all equipment provided was top notch, the route is spectacular, the unexpected glorious weather helped.
The rest of the group were great people and made the adventure good fun with support and plenty of banter.
The paddling was hard work at times, especially into the wind!
If you are reading this review and thinking about booking, stop thinking and just go for it. You won't regret it.
Helene & Ian
Travelled on: Canoe & Wild Camp Across Scotland
The trip was amazing. A bit of work but unbelievably beautiful and peaceful. Rory was a brilliant guide and helped with everything we needed!
Travelled on: Canoe & Wild Camp Across Scotland
Trekking to Machu Picchu with Alpaca Expeditions – My Experience
After months of planning, I finally landed in Cusco on May 3rd, ready for the trip. I had booked my trek through Skyhook, which partners with a local company, "Alpaca Expeditions", to offer guided hikes to Machu Picchu via the Salkantay trail. Here's how it all unfolded.
Arrival & Altitude Adjustments
As promised, a friendly driver met me at the airport holding a board with my name. It was a reassuring start. But then came the altitude.
Cusco sits at over 3,400 meters, and my body was not having it. Headaches, breathlessness, and general fatigue stuck around for the first three days. Paracetamol and ibuprofen helped a bit, and while I’d heard of Diamox (a prescription option), I decided to skip it. Locals swear by coca tea, and I soon became a believer—it’s available everywhere and surprisingly comforting.
Check-In & Itinerary Confusion
On 4th May , I checked- in for the briefing at the Alpaca Expeditions office, passport in hand, and paid for my gear rental: air mattress, walking poles, and sleeping bag (USD 65). Note: if you’re booking through Skyhook, poles are included—I got refunded later, no fuss.
Things got confusing when the guide mentioned a 1 PM pickup for the Sacred Valley tour, despite Skyhook’s itinerary mentioning a full-day tour starting at 7 AM. Another UK traveller raised the issue, and to their credit, the team quickly arranged a private full-day tour for the two of us for the next morning.
Sacred Valley & the Road to the Cabanas
We were picked up at 7:30 AM, explored Pisac and the Sacred Valley. However, we had to skip Ollantaytambo to head straight to the Glass Cabanas after lunch. The drive was long—about four hours—and the 30 minutes or so involved walking in the dark with our bags. It wasn’t easy, but our Salkantay guide came to find us, guiding us in with head torches(bring one!).
The Glass Cabanas were magical—clean, remote, and offering incredible views of the night sky (he Milky Way is the clearest I have ever seen). This is also where you'd get to see the Salkantay mountain. Dinner here, prepared by our star chef, was the first of many unexpectedly good meals.
The Hike Begins: Humantay Lake & Salkantay Pass
Wake-up was 4:30 AM(get used to early mornings). We hiked up to Humantay Lake, a stunning but challenging acclimatisation trek. If you’re struggling here, let your guide know—they can arrange a mule for the tougher Salkantay Pass climb later in the day. Lunch was mid -day. This is a tough day so be prepared with snacks and extra water.
After lunch, we continued to the Salkantay Pass, a , rocky ascent, but once we crossed the pass, it was mostly downhill. We arrived at camp in darkness around 6:30 PM, exhausted but proud. Please note that head torches are essential & must ne handy. Tents, sleeping bags, and air mattresses made it bearable. And again, the food was great.
Downhill Days, Hobbit Houses & Hot Springs
The next day was all downhill—literally. We passed areas affected by landslides, reminding us how important it was to stay with the group. Lunch was, again, delicious. We ended the day at a camp near the whimsical Hobbit Houses. Sadly, hot tubs weren’t working , but there was electricity and phones, battery packs, heard- torches etc can be charged here. .
Coffee Farms, Stars & First Glimpse of Machu Picchu
The following day was easier. We toured a coffee plantation, enjoyed picking coffee beans, and roasting & brewing coffee. After a leisurely lunch, and then hiked uphill for four hours to our next campsite. It was here that we got our first view of Machu Picchu in the distance. That night, under a crystal-clear sky and surrounded by glaciers was the most perfect evening of the trip.
Final Stretch: Hydroelectric Station & Aguas Calientes
After a cloudy morning failed to deliver the expected sunrise over Machu Picchu, we hiked down to the hydroelectric station, passed swarms of bugs (don’t forget your insect repellent spray), and had lunch before walking along the train tracks into Aguas Calientes.
A hiccup here—my hotel wasn't the same as the group’s. But again, our guide sorted it quickly, and I ended up in a clean, room with a long-awaited hot shower.
Waynapicchu – A Last-Minute Bonus
That evening, I spontaneously decided to hike Waynapicchu on the next day after doing Machu Picchu. Since it’s not part of the standard itinerary, I had to go in person to the Ticket office in Aguas Calientes with my passport. The guide kindly waited very kindly until I secured the ticket, around 10 PM.
Machu Picchu Day
We were up at 5 AM, queued for the bus, and reached Machu Picchu by 7 AM. Any large backpacks were left at the entrance as they aren't permitted. This is the only place for toilets (SOL 2) . The walk through the ancient citadel was the trip’s highlight. We did the Classic Tour 2A.
Those of us with Waynapicchu tickets then did the steep, narrow, slippery climb up for the best views. Not for the faint-hearted, but worth every step.
Back to Cusco
We wrapped up with lunch (self-paid) and some heartfelt thank-you to the guides. Then came the Peru Rail ride back to Ollantaytambo, which was quite delayed (so avoid booking return flights that night). A final 2.5-hour bus ride got us back to Cusco and were dropped at our hotels by car/van.
Final Thoughts
I stayed an extra day in Cusco for a gentle walking tour and some well-earned rest. The next morning, Alpaca Expeditions handled my airport transfer smoothly.
Overall, this trip was everything I hoped for as it was challenging, beautiful, well-organized and full of unexpected touches (like cake for breakfast and bonfires under the night sky). The guides and porters were tireless and kind, the food exceptional, and while the toilets and logistics weren’t always perfect, the experience was unforgettable.
Pro Tips:
Bring a head torch, toilet paper, bug spray, Sunscreen and carry your passport .
Acclimatize in Cusco for at least two days before starting the trek.
Don’t book flights the same evening you return from Machu Picchu.
Book hike to Waynapicchu , if you're keen to hike on the last day , along with Machu Picchu.
Travelled on: Salkantay Trek To Machu Picchu
Had an amazing time Wibert our guide was very knowledgeable, keeping us informed about so much along the way, the rafting and the zips were the highlights for me, we had loads of food and such a good time, making coffee from scratch in the jungle was a bonus i wasn't expecting, can't wait for my next adventure 😀
Travelled on: Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu
I enjoyed the trip. I liked everyone in our group which is strange because I don't generally like anyone.
Chuckie and Mack did a great job but in the snack barrel which was on our canoe had no Pickled onion Monster munch!
Still there you are. The weather was a factor in how hard this trip was so get as fit as possible if your thinking of giving it a go.
Had a hoot and even forgot my tent .
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
What a great adventure it was, at the start the weather was a bit windy which slowed us down, by the end the weather was perfect and we all competed it. Chucky and Mack were great always keeping a eye out for the slow coaches (I.e me lol) and giving advice on how your doing canoeing. Plenty of snacks and coffee on route, I will do this again or another adventure.
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
Amazing experience from start to finish. Both guides Abdul & Jhad are superstars! They kept the pace achievable for the whole group, helped where needed. Personally I don’t think I would have made it to the summit without their help.
The accommodation in Imil fantastic, small hostel which was spotlessly clean!
I needlessly worried about the food before the trip being vegetarian, it was great even at basecamp. There was always plenty of tasty food.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Where do I start ? This trip was excellent I’d give it a 10/10. The group I was fortunate enough to land with all made it to the top and were a great mix of people. Don’t be scared to book this alone. The two guides that took us up the mountain were amazing. They set the pace correctly and encouraged the group - kept us informed all the way. I really can’t express my gratitude to how well this trip played out, from all the meals being cooked to breath taking scenery, every Moroccan person I met was genuine, interesting , honest , funny, kind they really are a great bunch of people, I will always have fond memories of Morocco and will return to do other mountains in the area. I even left a luggage bag at the eco lodge and they retuned it to the Marrakesh for me. Thanks Skyhook
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Overall, a great experience to remember.
I took part along with my 2 sons who are in their mid-late 20's with varying degrees of fitness and I'm a 60 year old who runs quite a bit. Our group of 10 completed the challenge in just under 24 hours on a bank Holiday weekend, so our walking time was under 11.5 hours which was very intense and all three of us found it very tough, but then we knew it would be a real challenge to break 24 hours including travel. Our Guide Josh is a character and he pushed us on, once he felt we might make it. The organisation from collection to the drop off was all on time.
Hotel in Fort William is fine for an overnight and we arrived early enough to go into the town for a meal. Only 2 downsides, we were dropped at Warrington Bank Quay and were told it would get us into Liverpool, but in fact it should have been Warrington central. The bus we used was a tight fit for the long journey and it was hard to fit our knees into a comfortable position if you wanted to sleep. A more spacious vehicle would help, but overall a great challenge if you're ready for it.
So glad we did it, you'll enjoy it too once you know it's going to be a tough gig 😁
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
Very well organised. Timings were excellent. Josh was an excellent guide, pushed us hard & motivated us so we made the 24 hours. He had very good advice about the mountains. Thanks to the drivers for safety navigating us around the route. Great weekend.
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
I loved this trip!! It was so good. Carmilla and Ture (hope I spelled that right) were excellent hosts. Kind and attentive, fun and very knowledgeable. Poor Ture had a baptism of fire to his first trip!
I would have given this a five however, I don't feel there was adequate consideration for bad weather. Whilst I appreciate that the organisers aren't responsible for the weather I feel there could have been better precautions in place. There's not much shelter and it was hard to get warm.
I feel bad only giving a 4 but feel it's fair. I would definitely recommend this trip. It was a fantastic experience and Norway is a beautiful country.
Thank you so much for a memorable, fantastic, experience!!
Travelled on: Hike, Kayak and Wild Camp the Norwegian Fjords
Brilliant! A great 5 days canoeing. Well organised and the whole group was supported by professional leaders who showed care for the variety of mixed abilities, were always positive and good humoured and very knowledgeable about the local area and its history. I would not hesitate in booking another adventure with them. Great value for money with the right balance between fun, risk and safety.
Travelled on: Canoe Across Scotland
We had a great trip to unforgettable Macchu Piccu. It was a private tour and we were picked up by a friendly and excellent driver at the hotel. We met our guide, Ernesto, who proved proficient and knowledgeable and told us a lot about Inca culture and the site itself. We (stupidly) forgot to take our passports and he arranged for them to be delivered at the hotel from Cusco! No 5 star review because of the following:
- The hotel in aquas calientes was not satisfactory, the location was not good, there were technical problems and the whole hotel was bare and the breakfast minimal. Rooms and beds were good but certainly not 4 stars.
- The drive in the taxi back to Cusco was filled with people (we booked a private tour) and the driver had an agressive driving style. Both drivers were very friendly but there was a big difference in comfort and safety.
Travelled on: Short Inca Trail To Machu Picchu
Well the Mountain Leader and Group Drivers were absolutely spot on. The group gelled on the first night and cracked on the next morning. Unfortunately I had to withdraw through fatigue but when I return to complete the 3 Peaks, I will doing in at a more enjoyable pace and take in the Beautiful scenery’s. The 3 day experience is looking appealing and I would hopefully persuade my partner to join me. Im getting older and don’t want to rush as much, maybe a glass or 2 in between the mountains and a good night sleep is more more appealing!
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
Wow !!! What an experience. One of the best things I have ever done in my
Life . So many emotions so many physical challenges so much mental strength needed . I wanted to do this so bad and I did it but I wholly believe the reason I completed it was because we were lucky enough to have Richard as our guide . That man is absolutely incredible and just the best at what he does . He knows what to say, how to say it and when to say it at just the right moment to push you through . He was our guide our mentor our councillor our mediator he was just fantastic and a real inspiration. If anyone is lucky enough to have Richard as their guide then you are in with the best chance possible doing what you have set out to do . Thankyou Richard from the bottom of my heart you r the best !! I would also like to thank skyhook for such an easy booking transaction and then continued support answering all of our very many emails with questions and concerns . And a big shout out to Darren our driver , this man knows where he’s going and has so much knowledge and interesting information and facts along the way he made the travel all so much more bearable . I am giving skyhook and their fantastic team 5 stars and I can not recommend the 3 peaks challenge enough . Thanks guys
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
Just completed the 3 peaks this weekend where do I begin with my review so let’s start with just saying how amazing this challenge is, our team guide Richard was such a professional leader insuring that we was all safe at all times and continued to encourage us all along the way he really was a kind man and we was extremely grateful for his guidance, we had 2 lovely drivers Darren (Dazza) and Marco who got us to each mountain in the safest way possible we enjoyed some knowledge from Darren along the way, As a team of 6 ladies travelled up from Portsmouth we was a bit nervous on what to expect but was put at ease straight away. The hotel that was booked for us was wonderful the staff there was so helpful and kind. Food was 10/10 and the hotel was spotless. Overall me and my friends had he most amazing time and enjoyed this challenge. Would definitely recommend booking and recommend using skyhook to book through, they are a very professional company and everything was straightforward. Very happy moutain goat !
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
Great trip and a fantastic group of people.
Guides were excellent and couldn't do enough for everyone. Food, accommodation and the whole set up was fantastic.
Thanks Dave.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Absolutely amazing. Guides couldn't do enough for us. Food was perfect. Attention to detail and everything is in hand. The group were spot on. Our daily guide to the top was amazing. A+
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Had an amazing trip to climb Toubkal - guides were very helpful and would recommend the trip to anyone.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Excellent trip. An amazing way to experience the beauty of Morocco and the warmth of its people. The kindness of our guide, driver, hosts really made the trip special.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
Outstanding trip. Our guides and contacts at Freedom Adventures were first class and simply amazing. The trek is a spectacular of wonders and array of challenges that combine to make you treasure every moment. My fellow trekkers were incredible and enhanced the experience for me. If you are on the fence about doing the EBC trek then I can simply say, jump down, grab your back pack and start walking!
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Hike (16 Day Trip)
I cannot praise the team of admin support, guides and porters enough. I have had an experience I will never ever forget. I felt supported the whole way through and have memories I will cherish for my lifetime. Thank you so much Skyhook and Freedom Adventures you do amazing work!
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Hike (16 Day Trip)
My Everest Base Camp trek was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. The sheer beauty of the Himalayas is impossible to put into words — every step of the way was filled with breathtaking views, vibrant local culture, and moments that I’ll never forget.
What truly made this trek exceptional, though, were our guides: Krishna, Ujjwal, and Dichma. Their knowledge, experience, and passion for the mountains were evident from the very beginning. They shared stories, history, and insights about the region that brought the trail to life in a way I never expected. I felt safe, supported, and inspired the entire time.
Whether it was navigating tricky sections of the trail, helping us acclimatize properly, or simply sharing a laugh at the teahouses each night, they were always one step ahead and deeply committed to making sure our group had the best possible experience.
If you're considering the EBC trek — do it. And if you're lucky enough to have Krishna, Ujjwal, and Dichma guiding you, you're in for something truly special.
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Trek
I am so glad I did it. Got a wonderful team and guide. View was amazing. Superb👍🏻
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Trek
The EBC trip was excellently organised from the beginning to the end. The guides Krishna, Ujal and Dickma from Freedom Adventures took great care of our safety and wellbeing. Reaching the Everest Base Camp was the summit of the trip. The guides’ assistance made this achievement possible. I highly recommend this trip.
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Trek
We had a great time. Our guides, Krishna and Usal and Dichma (Freedom Tours) were very knowledgeable. They were adept at keeping the group moving even if we divided into 3 groups. Strong English skills and good facts about all the mt tops. We had stunning views and were lucky that it started snowing after EBC. Def will book with Skyhook again.
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Trek
An amazing adventure of a lifetime to Everest Base Camp! Our experience with Freedom Adventures was unforgettable, led by our guide Krishna and Ujal, supported by Dikman, and porters, who made an outstanding team to guide us there! We were so well looked after the whole way.
Krishna is a very experienced guide, knowledgeable, caring, and went above and beyond to ensure every one in the group was very well looked after. He was very patient and humorous, ensuring a positive energy in the group throughout the trek. Ujal was also excellent and well-experienced, with a deep passion for the mountains, he was also very professional and kind, and will make you feel at ease with everything from start to finish. Dikman was so attentive and helpful, ready support with anything. The porters were also remarkable, they were so reliable, strong, and polite. All in all the whole Freedom Adventures team made the trek so special! The trek itself offers wonderful views and scenery of the Himalayas, walking among some of the highest peaks in the world was humbling and unforgettable! We were lucky with many days of good weather on end, which offered clear views of mountain peaks along the way like Lotse, Ama Dablan and Everest, amongst others. Thank you Freedom Adventures and Skyhook!
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Trek
The mountain and beauty around it is spectacular
It is very nice trekking experience
The reason for the giving only 2 stars is because we are not very impressed with our guide.
When the weather was bad and my wife was struggling instead of encouraging her he has discourage her and offered to return to the refuge. Although we could have taken more time to reach the summit and stayed extra day at the refuge. That way we could have achieved our goal
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
The first half (Toubkal) was fantastic, but the second half wasn't as good. Climbing Mt Toubkal is amazing, but the refuge is very grotty. Be prepared to rough it. In contrast, the second half was very touristy. The guide at Ait Benhadou Kasbah was extremely poor (a complete waste of time) and we reported that back to our driver/guide. The driver/guide took us to some very sub-standard places for lunch. We had the impression it was where he made most commission. After a while, we walked out and found our own places to eat. Infinitely better! Other than that he was a nice guy and tried his best. First half 5 stars, 2nd half 2 stars.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
Book Mt Toubkal, do NOT book the desert (PRE-Sahara) part… trust me!
I usually don’t write reviews, but in this case I took the time, so others won’t make the same mistake I made. You should read this, it might just save your holiday in the amazing country of Morocco.
Mount Toubkal
This part was amazing. From start to finish it was well organized. Our guides did an excellent job, they were very kind yet sufficiently serious to make us feel safe all the time. The conditions in the refuge are not good (sleeping in rooms with up to 22 people side by side, drops of condensed breath and sweat dripping onto the people in the top bunks, poor toilet situation…) but I think this can be expected at 3207 m above sea level. Make no mistake, the summit hike itself is very hard (we did it with a lot of snow in April). Only 5 out of our group of 12 made it to the summit. So when they write „good fitness required“, please take that serious, also out of fairness towards the rest of the group. One downside of that part of the tour to me is the use of mules which are ascending to the refuge separately. These are not being treated well, they are for example being kicked and beaten (not by our two guides).
„Sahara“
I have travelled and seen a lot. But this part has by far been the worst travel experience and the most extreme tourist exploitation I’ve endured. The three days are not just „long distances of driving“, they are ONLY driving except for one brief stop in Ait Ben Haddou, a few 5 min breaks for photos and one longer lunch break per day.
(Our driver was nice though.)
During these lunch breaks we were brought to predetermined restaurants, whose owners obviously knew the driver and with whom they supposedly had made some kind of agreement. We were not allowed to choose our table, were not allowed to sit outside (even though there was space), but were instead placed in the last darkest corner of the restaurants. The waiters were unfriendly and the food was bad, which is very rare in this country with usually excellent hospitality and delicious food. The thing is that in these places they don’t need to try, because people are literally brought to the table by the driver. On the last day we had had enough, so after we had again been placed in a dark cold room and being denied to sit outside in the sun, we decided as a group that we will leave and look for a different restaurant by ourself. The owner of the place got quite angry and told us that we have to be back in 30 min (what the hell?). It took us one minute and google maps to find a place 200 meters down the road, with significantly better ratings, lower prices, friendly waiters and excellent food.
In Ait Ben Haddou we had less than one hour of time! The guide who was supposed to show us the city did not speak English, he memorised the basic sentences by hard and couldn’t answer any question. It would have been so much better to travel independently and explore this (still very touristic) city by oneself.
Getting to the worst part, the desert. First of all according to most sources online (feel free to check for yourself), Erg Chebbi is NOT part of the Sahara. It is a maximally touristically exploited strip of sand in the Pre-Saharan zone. You will not be visiting the Sahara desert, the tour is only named „Sahara desert adventure“ to attract tourists. The name of this tour is obviously misleading and should be changed. We arrived in the evening and were loaded onto camels. These animals are obviously suffering significantly. One camel was screaming all the time and walking quite unstable, obviously being completely exhausted and extremely afraid. When we asked the guide about that camel, he said that the animal was only young so it „doesn’t know yet how it works“… and then he kicked it. It had scars in its face and was the only camel which had the leash fixed to metal rings put through its nostrils.
While travelling on the camels, there was a lot going on around us. There were SUVs, quads and motorcycles everywhere, driving the dunes unrestricted and thereby destroying them. We stopped briefly to watch the sunset and then continued to the camp. The (many) camps do NOT consist of idyllic tents in the middle of nowhere, they do consist of (many) basic huts with metal doors and without electrical sockets (not necessarily bad, but good to know in advance). We were fed and then there was some basic drumming at the fire. Most people went to bed early since we had to leave the camp at 6 a.m., again by camel. During this camel ride the guide was incredibly unprofessional. Not did he only consider the female members of the group, but at some point started flirting properly (including multiple times touching her calves to „scare“ her) with a girl that must have been around 12 years old. At some point he was riding with her on the same camel. Also did he give the front leash to one of the girls, which made the way back take muuuuch longer.
And when one guy in our group let his water bottle fall of the camel, the guide picked it up, and drank it (what the hell?).
Other people I’ve met have told me about similarly bad experiences in Erg Chebbi/Merzouga. And I’ve spoken to locals across Morocco and they know that this strip of sand is used/abused to milk tourists. It is mass tourism on a scale that I haven’t seen before and you constantly feel it, that you are being processed like a product.
So do yourself a favour and do not book this trip. Book only Mt. Toubkal and enjoy it and the beautiful Atlas mountains to the fullest. Then travel back to Marrakesh and explore other regions of the country either on a different group trip or independently. Morocco has so much to offer, don’t waste your time, money and energy on this… please!
Reply by Atlas Vertical Travel:
Hi Niklas, thanks for taking the time to share. We're very sorry that the Desert section of this trip didn't live up to expectations, but are glad to hear that you had a good trek up Mt. Toubkal. Congratulations on that achievement!
This extended trip with two days in the desert is a popular option for those who want to see some of Morocco's most famous sights in a very short time. We generally find that this is an excellent value for money extension. However, we appreciate that individual perception and experience can be different. We value this sort of feedback, which can be useful to other travellers.
Morocco is a large and diverse country and there's sadly no way around the long driving distances. It's a very different region and experience to the Atlas Mountains and the Toubkal hike. We try to make this clear by indicating the travel hours on the itinerary. Apologies if things felt rushed. The driver does make stops along the way to break the trip and see some popular attractions on the route.
The stops (as on the itinerary) include Ait Benhadou Kasbah, Ouarzazate City, and Rose Valley, which are extremely popular locations that attract thousands of visitors each day. We do understand that it would be good to have more time to explore these places but as a lot is packed into these two days, the team needs to stick to the schedule.
For those hoping for an off-the-beaten-track experience, these destinations are indeed very 'touristy' and we'd agree that in this case, a different itinerary may be preferred. Prices of souvenirs are usually much more expensive at these locations, and most people choose to shop around in Marrakech markets.
As you mentioned, the team stops at pre-selected restaurants for lunch. These restaurants have been chosen based on hygiene standards. There are of course, cheaper alternatives around, but we prefer to stick with the option where we know that the food is prepared in a safe, clean environment with more rigorous inspections. Experience shows it's worth spending a few extra pounds to minimise the risk of upset stomachs. We do feel that this factor could have been better explained by your guide and we apologise for any miscommunication.
It's better to keep the group together for logistical and safety reasons which is why the guides can be hesitant to let guests split up to choose their own restaurant. It usually works better to keep everyone together and use the selected dining option where most people can find something to their liking.
The Erg Chebbi Dunes are some of the tallest in Morocco and are widely considered part of the Sahara Desert. There is a lot of contradictory information on the internet. As Erg Chebbi is right on the western edge of the Sahara, some people may perceive this as not being deep enough in the desert. Again, it comes down to personal perception and expectation. This destination is clear in the itinerary, we leave it to guests to decide if this is the trip for them.
The treatment of camels is and always has been a contentious issue. Our local host does not own or manage the camel rides and unfortunately, doesn't have much control over this activity. We continue to monitor the global concern over this issue and, for the time being, have decided to keep this listed. There is a choice to skip the camel riding and hike 45min- 1hr to the desert camp instead.
I hope this helps a little to address your concerns. Once again, we are very sorry that this sightseeing section of the trip was a negative experience for you. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as it allows us to work on clarifying the description and making improvements where we can.
Wishing you all the best!
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
An absolutely fantastic trip from start to finish. The "Riads" on our first and last nights in Marrakesh were fantastic and having two afternoons to explore before the drive to the desert and before going home were nice to have.
Special thanks to Ayoub for being our guide for the whole trip and being so helpful and putting up with us! Also special thanks to Ider and Lahcen for the wonderful food and hospitality in the desert and for looking after us so well.
I'll definitely be back for a longer trip into the desert and for a trip in the mountains!
Tim
Travelled on: Trek the Sahara Desert
A fantastic break! Courtney is a brilliant host and the instructors, led by Hitam, are fantastic. The riad was comfortable and the food was great. The surfing and yoga were suitable for beginners and more advanced people too, and the other activities when the wind was too strong for surfing were great too!
Travelled on: Surfing, Yoga & Meditation in Taghazout Bay
Nice trip overall, but too many people in the group during the mountain hike — it would have been better to split into smaller groups and adjust the pace accordingly. Crampons weren’t necessary but still had to be rented for €10. We also weren’t offered the 1.5 liters of water per day that were supposed to be included.
During the Sahara trip, we basically just drove for three days. There were only very short stops for photos, mostly so the driver could take a break. On the first day, we visited Ait Ben Haddou for an hour, and on the second day, we spent an hour at Todgha Gorge.
For 2 out of 3 lunches, we were sent to an all-you-can-eat place, even when we weren’t really hungry — which also ended up being more expensive than ordering à la carte.
Headscarves that normally cost around 20 dirhams (€2) were sold for 120 dirhams (€12) at one stop, even after bargaining.
We arrived in Merzouga around 5 p.m., rode out into the desert on camels, had dinner, and watched a short show (which was interrupted by bad weather). The next morning we got up at 5 a.m., rode the camels back for an hour, and then spent 9 hours driving back to Marrakech.
Unfortunately, we didn’t get to see much apart from the scenery through the car window.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
It was an amazing experience!! I'm still recovering from the trip and I have no words to describe how much it affected me! The views, the guides and the group energy were amazing and I'm so thankful to everybody!!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Fantastic experience from start to finish! Our guides Muhammad and Hassan were brilliant at providing the knowledge and safety during the trip. They made the experience so much fun!. The food was delicious and fresh each day and gave us the strength needed for the hike. Thanks for the memories ☺️ An experience we will never forget 🙏
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Experience of a life time!
From the very first minute when we were picked up in Marrakesh we were so well looked after, from the people in the Riad to the chef everyone was brilliant! I would like to give a specific thanks to Mohammad and Hassan who were the perfect guides. Made sure we went at a good pace so everyone on the trip was able to summit and also were great company through out the trip.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
An amazing experience - Both guides Ihcen and Omar from start to finish were extremely patience-helpful and gave great encouragement throughout the hike. Thank you both for helping me reach the summit!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
I recently completed the Mount Toubkal trek with Skyhook Travel and had an absolutely brilliant experience. Everything was sorted from start to finish with pick-up in Marrakesh, all the accommodation, meals, and drop-off. The guides were fantastic really friendly, supportive, and made sure everyone was safe and enjoying themselves.
The logistics ran like clockwork, with accommodation arranged in Imlil and at base camp, and plenty of tasty Moroccan food throughout. The base camp was basic but well looked after, and the group atmosphere made it even better.
Summit day was tough but unforgettable setting off in the dark, hiking by headtorch, and catching the sunrise over North Africa was something I’ll never forget. The guides kept spirits high the whole way and had traditional mint tea waiting for us at every stop.
Skyhook made the whole trip hassle-free and really memorable. With great planning, amazing local guides and a welcoming atmosphere, I’d definitely recommend them to anyone thinking of climbing Toubkal or doing a similar trek. A proper five-star experience.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
This was an incredible trip, it completely surpassed my expectations! I'd not really put down South Africa as a priority holiday destination as I'd previously had a slightly negative impression of it, but was tempted by the value of the trip. I'm very happy to say I was very wrong, the country is beautiful and all the locals on the trip were lovely, especially our guide for the week Christine. The week is action packed, full of activities, I can't recommend this trip highly enough, especially if you like me were feeling sceptical of South Africa, just book it you won't be disappointed 😀
Travelled on: Garden Route & Addo Elephant Park Adventure
Honestly one of the best experiences I have had, Hassan and Mohamed are amazing guys who made sure we were safe and well informed all through the trip and I couldn’t of asked for a better first time in morroco. For £300 it’s an absolute steal and so worth it. The food was incredible, so a big shout out to the guys who cooked for us, I didn’t get their names but they made me feel very welcome. I done it solo but I’m definitely thinking of booking again to show my friends. Thank you again! 😁
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Had an amazing time with our guides Mohammed and Hassan - they were amazing. Everything went really smoothly, and was planned out really well. Views on the way and from the top were insane, well worth the tough hike!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Absolutely amazing trip! Definitely up there with one of the best experiences of my life. Our guides, Hassan Armde and Mohammad were absolutely amazing, very attentive and a delight to be around! It was a challenging trek so good physical fitness and determination are a must! The whole trip was planned very well and everything ran smoothly, I felt in safe hands the whole time which is so important when attempting a challenge like this! My only negative would be the vegan options for food. There was a lot of variety and fresh veg, salad etc, however not many vegan protein options which would have been very helpful considering the physical nature of the trip. Would highly recommend this trip, especially our amazing guides!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
I have just come back from a trip to Mount Toubkal with Hassan Armde and Mohammad. They were fabulous guides and it was a great group of people. The guides ensured that everyone was going at a pace that suited them and everyone was enjoying it. They both had a great sense of humour and made it very fun (especially considering they were both in Ramadan during the trip). They were very knowledgable and caring towards us throughout. The food was also amazing (although my only negative would be that there wasn’t much options for veggie/vegan protein for some of the group at some meals)
Overall a great trip and would really recommend !!!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
I had a fantastic time, with a really nice group of people. Mohamed and Hassan were our guides and were fantastic. They supported everyone in the group, and helped make the trip incredibly enjoyable. The whole trip was really well organised, with great food, good accommodation and unbeatable scenery. And all at a great price! Would 100% recommend. It was also really nice to meet the other people in our group.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
I've never done anything like this before and if it hadn't been for my friend Jackie telling me about it, probably never would.
BUT I'm so glad I did. The sense of achievement getting to the Hospice and staying the night is huge.
It's motivated me to learn to ski and lose my fear of ice & snow.
It wasn't easy... but that's sort of the point!
Well done Tom for a superb few days in the mountains and a cuddle with 3 St Bernard girls at the end.
Fantastic experience - I'll have a look at what else is on offer.
Travelled on: St Bernard's Beginner Snowshoe
An amazing experience. Toukbal was stunning, we had a lot of snow and needed crampons from the hut. I would recommend an ice axe in these conditions, certainly our 2 guides had them. We all struggled with the cold. Stunning views. Bring spare shoes for the hut. It was great to have the extra days seeing Dades, Todra and the Sahara - such a contrast and so beautiful.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
The whole crew was amazing and the instruction very clear. Even though all of my muscles and bones are sore, it was one of the best experiences of my life. Great new friends and awesome new skills.
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
The Mt Toubkal trip was amazing from start to finish. Despite bad weather the first day, the summit day was completely clear meaning we had the most stunning views. We were treated extremely well with great food and excellent guides in Lhcen and Mohammed, who I can’t thank enough. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone interested. It was an amazing experience I’ll never forget.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
The hike was amazing and the views stunning. Our guides Muhammad and Lahouceine were very strong and capable while being fun and friendly. They knew the mountain well and had great local knowledge. I'm so greatful for their experience and dedication. They prioritised safety to ensure everyone made it up and back down the mountain with no concern. Thanks again. 😊
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
I had an amazing trip from start to finish. I arrived at the airport and was collected with other members of my group who immediately became friends. Our group of 10 became a great team which gelled like family.
Our accommodation in Imlil was comfortable, the food was delicious and traditional and the host Lahouceine was very nice, organised everything and extremely professional.
I can say enough about our two wonderful guides. Muhammad and Lchen take a bow. These guides are the best. They watched every member of the team. They made sure everyone was OK at all times during the climb. They were knowledgeable and thorough.
The refuge is basic. It's the same for everyone from every group..
The climb to the summit is strenuous and the wind and temperatures were extreme. It's tough. Overall I am so satisfied with the service and care I received from Atlas Vertical and SKYHOOK. Great value for money and I have lifelong memories to take home. Sincere thanks to all.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Thank you Skyhook for this incredible experience. I met amazing people and had a fantastic experience.
I can’t say enough good things about Lahouceine, our amazing host in Imlil. He truly is the "Skyhook man on the ground!" Everything was handled beautifully, from our transportation and meals to our accommodations and the two days of hiking. Every detail was perfect, and his kindness and politeness made all the difference.
Lhcen, one of our two guides, was fantastic! He walked alongside us all the way to the top, always smiling and ensuring we felt cared for, even as we faced terrible weather conditions. He is a wonderful person!
Let’s also not forget Mohamed, our second guide! He brought so much joy to our journey with his humor, always cheering us up and singing along the way. His warm heart and willingness to help made our experience even better.
I truly appreciated everything both of them did for us on this trip, especially during Ramadan. It was remarkable how they managed it all with such professionalism!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Really great trip! Our instructors Ben and Rasmus were super knowledgeable and got us climbing despite tricky conditions. Highly recommend as an introduction to ice climbing.
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
A wonderful trip, a lovely group of 12 people. Our guides were very experienced and helped us all navigate a cold and windy Mount Toubkal. A really well planned trip, would thoroughly recommend the challenge. A lovely trip!
Travelled on: Mount Toubkal Winter Ascent (4,167m)
What an incredible trip. It was planned to perfection. Everything went smoothly and to how it was listed. The food was really good, we had so much and was always kept full! But the people made the trip. The other people who had booked were all like minded and fun individuals, and the guides we had were really helpful, supportive and pushed everyone to the top. Thank you Skyhook, Abraheem and Hassan.
I highly recommend!
Travelled on: Mount Toubkal Winter Ascent (4,167m)
Just back. Interesting adventure. Went with my daughter with a group size of 13. Great company; slightly variable meals and walks made much more difficult because of the terrible weather. Most days terrestrial rain. Dan our guide was very accommodating with our individual needs; providing me with a taxi so I could join walks later in the day as I had injured my ankle before travelling. Overall we had a great time.
Travelled on: Sierra Nevada: Hiking in Blossom
Amazing trip, brilliant experience, lovely people, great guide, a lovely way to experience Berber culture and get a brief insight into life in the Atlas mountains. The trail itself was stunning both up and down helped by the snow and sunshine x shame that stopped us reaching the summit leaving many disappointed but for me it was enough as it was to have had that amazing hike and stunning place to hang out. Our guide Lassan was really helpful, knowledgeable and happy to answer any of our quest ons along the way. The food was freshly cooked, felt really healthy and nourishing and there was plenty of it. The chef also drove the mule and what a team they made. Felt protected and safe in their care. Thankyou Lassan it was definitely an adventure to remember 😊
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Fab holiday from ease of booking to transfers back to airport.
Dan was a great guide and the walking routes were amazing!
Lovely hotel with stunning views over the valley and mountains …. and splendid wine & beer!
Highly recommended!
Travelled on: Sierra Nevada: Hiking in Blossom
A lovely few days spent in the beautiful Tatras mountains. Our guide Andy was superb, extending our hikes to ensure we seen as much as possible whilst giving lots of information about the Tatras mountains. The accommodation was comfortable, warm, and welcoming with great food (especially breakfast). Thermal spas were fab. Thank you Andy and all for a great trip. 5 🌟
Travelled on: Winter Hiking in the High Tatras Mountains
Had a great time! The hostel we stayed at for the ice climbing was really well ran, very organised and efficient with a great feature of the dry room to dry your kit overnight! Ben and Marcus were great, improvising when the weather interfered and making sure we were safe and having fun! A really special trip - thank you!
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
It was an incredible trip, both Ben and Marcus were great hosts at Rujken Old School Hostel and brilliant ice climbing instructors. The hostel is super warm and cosy, and a great inclusive atmosphere. We had a great group and I couldn't recommend it enough!
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
It was a superb trip this year and the weather was perfect.
Very well organised and all the staff were extremely helpful.
I have been 3 times now, all 3 winter trips, summited twice, dangerous winds forced us to turn back on one occasion. All three were with Skyhook and should I go back for a spring ascent, I would definitely use them again..
Travelled on: Mount Toubkal Winter Ascent (4,167m)
What can I say the trip was amazing from start to finish what an adventure we had!
Started as a group of strangers and finished as friends and our amazing guide Gareth was wonderful and made the whole trip truly wonderful.
Travelled on: Garden Route & Addo Elephant Park Adventure
I could not recommend skyhook enough. The company has been amazing from start to finish and the attention to detail was amazing. Hussain our guide was accommodating, polite and very friendly. Our mountain guides, Mustafa and Hassan were really really good. I cannot recommend them enough. The help, care and support we received climbing Mt.Toubkal was to a high standard. Food provided and entertainment along the way was priceless and kept us in high spirits. Both Mustafa and Hassan are highly trained and know the mountain well. They were able to gauge when members of the group began experiencing altitude sickness and were very hands on providing the right care and advice to keep us going. Although not all of us made it to the summit, it was an accomplishment none the less and we will definitely be back to finish our hike.
The base camp was clean and had a nice friendly/social environment. Their was hot water when needed and toilets etc. Definitely an eye opening and humbling experience but one that we highly recommend.
All hotel/lodge stays were really well kept and clean and hot water was supplied which was great after the hike.
The Sahara dessert was a once in a lifetime experience and we as a group enjoyed this a lot.
We have met some lovely people along the way and think skyhook is an amazing way to make new friends and memories.
We are already looking to book our next adventure with skyhook.
Highly recommend for those that struggle to set their own itinerary. With skyhook, everything is already taken care of.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
beautiful expedition. goal achieved, Tobakal peak conquered. beautiful journey into the heart of Morocco. wonderful landscapes showing the history and beauty of this country. friendly natives. wonderful expedition organizer and guides. beautiful expedition I recommend to everyone.
Thomas and Kinga from Poland 🇵🇱
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
This trip was nice, the itinerary was spot on.
We climbed to the summit of Mount Toubkal which was a brutal trek.
The Sahara was vibrant and the camp was comfortable, altogether it was a great experience.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
This trip was one of the best organized ones I’ve been a part of. It even exceeded my expectations in every aspect. It helped that it was a small group and the tour leader (Mutaz Jarrar) is very competent and obviously loves what he does; a beautiful soul who made us feel cared for at every turn and treated us as friends. The team behind him was very able, and very professional and made sure we had what we needed to make everything comfortable at the camps. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who would like to explore the beauty of Jordan up close with a multi-day hike that would give one days filled with sheer delight and wonderment!
Travelled on: Jordan Highlights: Dana to Petra Trek, Wadi Rum & The Dead Sea
Unbelievable experience. Absolutely brilliant time.
Very knowledgeable instructors. My partner and I learned so much and had so much fun. We will be back.
Beautiful locations for climbing and a lovely hostel. We enjoyed the group and made some lovely friends.
Highly recommend for anyone interested.
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
Absolutely brilliant, Toubkal trip went smoothly, very well organised.
All the guides and supporting staff were superb .
The food was exceptional, so much of it all freshly prepared
We all had a fantastic time
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
A brilliantly organised trip. Our guides were really patient, the hospitality at the hostel in Imlil was fantastic. The organisation as a whole was smooth and efficient.
It was definitely harder than I anticipated it being, so would recommend anyone considering doing the trip checks the kit list carefully (probably more important in the winter). You can hire more technical equipment and sleeping bags, but general clothing/footwear are important to get right for this trip. The refuge below the summit was better than expected, it was comfortable and clean. Every meal served was perfect for what we needed and they catered for all needs.
I can’t fault the team, the trip or the organisation. 100% recommend.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
This was a great trip. The hiking was not to strenuous and the Green Lake hike in particular was beautiful. The shorter hike was quite busy, as it was a Sunday and nice weather so lots of people were out. The tree top walk was a lovely way to end the trip.
The accommodation was brilliant, particularly the food. There was a three course meal every night and the food was delicious. We bought lunch at the mountain huts, where you can buy soup for around 7-8 euros.
A highlight for me was the hot tub and sauna, which have a view of the mountain. They provided prosecco for us as well, which was a nice touch.
We had a brilliant guide (Patrik) and a lovely group of eight.
There wasn't as much snow as I was expecting, particularly around the accommodation and lower levels of the hikes, but the trip was wonderful nonetheless and I would highly recommend it.
Travelled on: Winter Hiking in the High Tatras Mountains
I had an amazing time on this trip. Excellent value for money, the food and guest house were incredible. Sauna, hot tub and Prosecco were a nice touch after a long day walking. Right level of exercise and time to chill. Our guide Patrik met all of the groups needs, very professional and explained everything perfectly
Travelled on: Winter Hiking in the High Tatras Mountains
My 4th skyhook trip and this has got to be 1 of the best I had. Patrik, our guide, was very knowledgeable and attentive and I can't fault him. The trip itself was amazing not too difficult with plenty of places to stop, chat and refresh.
From the transfer to the villa and the hikes, thermal pools and huts, me and my partner had a blast with the group.
Top notch food at the villa 5* review isn't enough for this trip!
Thank you skyhook, Patrik and all at Villa Linda. Amazing trip!
Travelled on: Winter Hiking in the High Tatras Mountains
I had such a wonderful time hiking in the Tatras! Beautiful scenery, great hikes and cosy mountain huts. Patrik was such a great guide - so knowledgable, friendly and kind, and nothing was too much trouble! He was so well organised and I felt so well looked after! The accommodation was great with a hot tub and sauna to relax in after the hikes. We had a three course meal each night and the food was absolutely delicious!! I would definitely recommend!
Travelled on: Winter Hiking in the High Tatras Mountains
Great tour: stunning scenery, nice hikes, tasty food. Patrik was an amazing guide: knowledgeable, considerate, kind and generally such a nice person. This tour was well-organised and great value for money.
Travelled on: Winter Hiking in the High Tatras Mountains
Everything was great! Our guide was super helpful and knowledgeable, the accommodation arranged was the best I ever had in the mountains! Would definitely recommend! PS The thermal baths were a GREAT addition to the trip especially after a long day of walk!
Travelled on: Winter Hiking in the High Tatras Mountains
What a great few days hiking. Nothing too strenuous to kick start the new year in the sunshine and blossom. The hotel is rustic and peaceful, an exceptional location. Dan was a great guide, very down to earth. The best part, was the company. A wonderful mix of like minded people. Wouldn't hesitate to book again.
Travelled on: Sierra Nevada: Hiking in Blossom
Great trip, beautiful area with lovely views from the hotel.
The walks were good with plenty of stops to look at the views and wildlife.
The rooms are warm and comfortable.
I’ve already recommended this trip to a number of friends.
Travelled on: Sierra Nevada: Hiking in Blossom
The guides were good unfortunately I had some food poisoning so didn’t make it to the top. The guide then changed my plans so I went to Zagora desert and paid for an extra night in Marrakech. I would have preferred to have had the option for the sahara. I didn’t realise Zagora wasn’t at the time. Therefore I’m abit disappointed.
Reply by Atlas Vertical:
Thank you for your review. We're really sorry that food poisoning from your time in Marrakech impacted your trip—never fun, especially on an adventure like this.
Given the circumstances, we did our best to provide options to make things more comfortable for you, including offering a shorter drive to the dunes instead of the longer journey to the Sahara.
We appreciate your feedback and will make sure future guests are even clearer on the options available. Hope you're feeling better now and that we’ll see you on another adventure soon!
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
What an experience! As someone who hikes and camps alot i wanted to try something like this out but didn’t want to be thrown into the deep end. This trip from start to finish was full of culture, great food and great weather. the pace of the hike was perfect and the guides and cooks took so much care of us all through out. Accommodation was great too, i didn’t expect it to be as good as it was and how accessible service and wifi was along the journey. The summit was an amazing experience aa well and well worth the hike. Can’t wait to get on more trips after this one!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Incredible experience - the instructors expertise and guidance, as well as their sense of humour and encouragement, helped the group all develop a brand new skill and conquer some epic pitches in scenes you'd see on a picture postcard. Pretty much everyone is already considering the intermediate course next year.
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
Absolutely amazing trip, the guides were great at talking you through it but also trusting you to know what to do. The hostel is great, really comfy and cosy. Would definitely recommend.
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
We had a great time on the ice climbing trip. It was good fun, Ben and Johanna were knowledgeable and took us to some good spots!
The hostel was clean, comfortable and had lots of cooking facilities. The only slight criticism is that it was super hot on a night so I didn’t get much sleep, but otherwise a fantastic trip!
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
The guides at the lodge are some of the best, fantastic few days! couldn’t of asked for anything else. Very good
Travelled on: Advanced Ice Climbing
A superb trip! Truly awesome. Nothing could be faulted.
The hostel is rustic but comfortable and scrupulously clean. Beds are great and come with privacy curtains, a reading light and charging points. The showers are wonderful, as is the sauna. In the kitchen there is everything you could need to cook. There is booming Wi-Fi throughout.
The hire kit is good quality, with a range of options if you want something different.
The instruction on the course is superb. Ben, Casper and Jonas were excellent! They have an empathic approach, were supremely safe, and coached me beyond what I believed was possible. Training covered everything from moving well on ice through to technical rope work. Each day was different and built on the day before, confidence came naturally. I feel like I have gained 10 years of experience in 5 days!
If I was to sum the trip up in two words, I would say “Very Good!” And in one, excellent. Thank you
Travelled on: Advanced Ice Climbing
Had an amazing time and was never short of beautiful scenery! Jonas and Casper were brilliant, knowledgeable instructors and helped us learn a lot in the space of two days. I was also really lucky to have such great people in my group. Can't wait to go back for more! (:
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
Wonderful weekend at Rjukan! So many thanks to our excellent guides, Joonas and Casper, they we really amazing and totally 150% professionals. And additional thanks to Ben for welcoming us and helping with all equipment.
Accommodation at Rjukan Old School Hostel was really cozy and great. Marvelous places, beautiful views and great experiences, hope to come again!
Strong recommendation for this one!
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
Fantastic trip. Everything was well organised and ran smoothly. The food was excellent and they were very good at catering to my dietary requirements. Having previously done Kilimanjaro, I would say this was equally physically demanding - Kili was longer but more of a gradual ascent. Doing it in January meant the temperatures lower down were warm but not roasting, and the snowline started from the refuge hut. The snow added a great challenge to the walk and made the scenery even more stunning.
I did notice that many members of our group did not have crampon compatible boots with them. While this was deemed ok by the guides, in my experiences putting crampons on 2/3 season boots is totally unsafe. We also weren't given ice axes. Walking poles were great 90% of the time but there were a couple of falls which could have been stopped by a self arrest.
Apart from a few questionable safety decisions, the climb was an unforgettable experience and one I would highly recommend to those looking to tick off a big mountain.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
An absolutely unforgettable experience. From pick up in Marrakesh to being dropped back everything ran like clockwork. The guides, riad, refuge and especially the hike have given me memories to last several lifetimes. I would most definately recommend and use skyhook again for another adventure.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Our hiking adventure in Kenya exceeded my expectations! This is a surprisingly beautiful and diverse national park, with lush vegetation, lakes, water streams, waterfalls, breathtaking views and stunning mountain peaks.
I really appreciated the quality of the camp equipment, the support from our crew, the delicious food prepared by our cook and Dennis’ patience and positive energy. We all made it successfully to Lenana Peak and then took the long, very long way down to the last campsite.
With very few hikers and rewarding sights, Mount Kenya is an absolute must-do!
Travelled on: Mt Kenya (4,985m)
Fantastic trip! Varied walks all with beautiful scenery. Our guide Dan was fantastic. He was knowledgable about the area and he arranged fabulous lunch stops for us each day. Lovely, unique hotel with good food. A wonderful few days, would highly recommend!
Travelled on: Sierra Nevada: Hiking in Blossom
The trip was excellent Dan contacted us and arranged the pick up spot which was very straightforward. The hotel was comfortable spacious and warm with a lovely view of the hills The food was excellent and we had plenty of choice. The walking was quite varied with different terrain each day, Passing through villages and beautiful mountain countryside. Lunch at local Tavernas was fantastic. Dan our guide was very helpful and clearly knowledgeable about the area. Overall, I would highly recommend this trip
Travelled on: Sierra Nevada: Hiking in Blossom
Loved this course, Lars was a great instructor and tailored the course to everyone’s needs and wishes. The hostel was lovely and cosy and everyone is friendly. I would definitely do this trip again, everything was perfect.
Travelled on: Advanced Ice Climbing
I have just returned from a truly amazing trip to Slovakia and the high tatras. From the beginning our guide Tom was exceptional. Very well organised, informative, humorous and passionate about hiking and his country. The Pension Lomicky was comfortable and lovely staff. The hiking was also exceptional with beautiful mountains and winter conditions. Tom swapped the itinerary around to ensure we had the best experience which was great. It was so nice to share this experience my new found friends who share the similar love of mountains and hiking. Have already booked the next trip with Skyhook and thank you also to Tom at Slovakation who was fab
Travelled on: Winter Hiking in the High Tatras Mountains
What an experience! Ben and Lars are excellent guides. They managed the group so everyone had a challenge. You can go with no experience and enjoy this but you can also be experienced and they will find you challenge. Absolutely top guides!!! The hostel is great and hostel life is just what you would expect, happy like minded climbers from all over the world here for the ice! I can't thank you enough. See you next year!
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
I recently took a weekend ice climbing course with this fantastic company, and I couldn't be more impressed. The course was led by Ben and Lars, both of whom were outstanding instructors. They provided clear guidance and ensured everyone felt confident, safe, and challenged. The group was friendly and welcoming, creating a really positive and supportive atmosphere. The location was cosy and perfect for unwinding after a day of climbing. Overall, it was a brilliant experience with great teaching, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to get into ice climbing!
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
Stop thinking about it and do it...!
The most amazing, challenging, uplifting experience ever. From the moment we made the decision to go and we arrived in Peru we were looked after from start to finish. Credit to Papa Freddy and his team that took us on the Inca trail and Machu Picchu. You were amazing....
Travelled on: Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (4 Days)
This was my first hike and to no surprise it was extremely challenging. What helped me reach the summit was an amazing guide in Hassan Armde; without him I would probably have turned back an hour into the hike. Hassan and his fellow guides ensured we were prepared, aware of the risks of the hike and checked in frequently incase of altitude sickness. We started our stay in Imlil where we were welcomed in a lovely place with fantastic hosts, food and a warm cosy bed. After a 6 hour hike to camp de Toubkal, we settled in the camp where we were welcomed with a lovely warm meal and rested well in preparation for a 4am wake up and 5am departure for the summit. All in all, I was very pleased with everything but cannot be grateful enough to Hassan Armde. After this great experience I will for sure be challenging myself again!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Amazing experience of hiking at 4000+ with a lovely group of people, in the first day of the year! Our guide Omar is a very nice person, he and the team did a great job taking care of all in the group and supporting people. Food was tasty and suited for great effort. Refuge with minimum conditions but still very good vibes from people gathered for the summit. Imlil accommodation could be improved ( very cold, no paper in the toilet, had a nice fire in the eating area only for couple of hours). I recommend this trip for passionate hikers and also for people who want to test their limits
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
This was an amazing trip. Our instructors Ben and Jonas were extremely helpful with all of our needs. We had bad conditions for Ice climbing yet, Ben and Jonas still managed to make it work, make it enjoyable and even more of an adventure. I couldn’t recommend this anymore to anyone wanting to try Ice climbing. This is definitely the place to go.
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
An amazing and memorable experience, words will fall short. JC (Inkayni Tours) was extremely friendly, kind and helpful. He and his team took care of our group like family. The communication was great, the facilities were awesome, and the food and hospitality offered was terrific in these remote mountainous regions. JC, our guide is an extremely hard working and passionate individual who loves his job greatly. He gave us a lot of valuable information about the Quechua civilisation, culture, traditions, language, architecture, stories, food, the geography and history of these lands and lot more. It wasn’t just a hike, it was a journey through centuries. He kept us motivated and pumped up throughout this adventure. Thank you so much for such a great experience and memories that will forever be cherished!
Travelled on: Classic Inca Trail to Machu Picchu (4 Days)
Could not have asked for a better trip, the accommodation was cozy and well maintained, the climbing was well organised ran safely, Ben and Casper were excellent guides and helped everyone get the most out of the experience. I was able to push my technique even over just the two days.
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
We had a fantastic time climbing Mt Toubkal.
Our guide lhcen was fantastic. He is a local and has a large amount of knowledge and experience in the area. lhcen Went above and beyond for us to feel comfortable and achieve our goal of submitting Mt Toubkal.
All our food was cooked by the skyhook team and carried by Katalina the mule to the hut.
Thanks guys.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Excellent couple of days on the ice. The guides were very informative and patient. Allowing everyone to have a great time. Highly recommend
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
Was a really awesome trip. Learnt a lot about the basics of ice climbing, and Rjukan was a beautiful place to see. Would highly recommend for anyone with a keen interest in climbing who is looking to try ice climbing or mixed climbing in the future. Brilliant Hostile.
Travelled on: Beginners Ice Climbing
Such an amazing experience, our guide Mohamed was incredible too, so helpful and kind from start to finish, i couldn’t recommend this tour enough!
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
This was rhe first time I have done a trip through an agency or with a guide and it exceeded my expectations. It was well organised from start to finish and out guide Mohamed was amazing. He looked after us so well, he kept us safe on the mountain, was always caring and kind and had a great sense of humour and fun.
Our chef cooked the best food ...much better than any restaurant we went to.
The climb was tough, especially in winter and shouldn't be underestimated. The desert scenery was amazing and the Berber camp was interesting and fun..
My only suggestions would be more acclimitazation is needed...perhaps an extra day r half a day trekking from the refuge and the route from the summit to Imlil is too long...more than 2000m of descent and could be shortened with an over night stay half way.
Also the hotel in Imlil had no heating in the rooms and was freezing. It was difficult to sleep with the cold. So heating would be good.
Otherwise a brilliant trip and a briliant giuide.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
Highly recommend this weekend in the Swiss Alps packed with action and adventure! Tom and his team were super professional, gave us lots of info before and during, and made sure we had a great experience as a group. Snow, mountains, dogs, lovely food plus not only snowshoeing but also sledding - what's not to love?
Travelled on: St Bernard's Beginner Snowshoe
Bit late to the party with my review but here goes. It was honestly one of the best things I’ve ever done in my life and would definitely return at some point. The guides were fantastic and the accommodation in imlil was also great. The only one thing that I would say was the food portion sizes weren’t great but I’m sure that’s something that was taken on board for future. If I was to do it again I would certainly book at tent or a private room at the refuge, that’s just my personal preference. But I would definitely head back and probably try and spend a little longer round imlil. Thank you to everyone involved and hopefully see you again.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Absolutely fantastic trip, with breathtaking views from the summit.
Our guides, Mohammed and Lahouceine were great. They helped with absolutely everything they could and despite them not speaking English as a first language, they understood everything and explained everything they could how it was possible to them. 10/10 for them, could not recommend them enough.
The only issues are:
After booking, there is very little contact from anybody. Even though it states “all trips are guaranteed to run” you don’t get any messages about what is happening. We had no idea what was going on when we got to Imlil, in regards to what luggage would be taken by the mules and whatnot. Only when we were setting off in the morning did we get any information and this was from the guides.
We were not advised to take any footwear other than boots to the refuge, which we were the only group of everybody that had no other footwear than our hiking boots and there were not any that could be handed out, but with how cold the floor is, taking some sliders/slippers is definitely advised.
Food that you are served is definitely insufficient for the amount of walking you will be doing in such a short amount of time. At breakfast, we were served 1 hard boiled egg each, bread in a basket with honey/peanut butter/jam. At lunch a tagine was served, which had the smallest amount of meat that you could possibly imagine. This is the same with teatime, a soup for a starter and then tagine with very little meat. At the refuge we were served spaghetti, but the same here with next to no meat at all.
Lastly, of most of the groups that we spoke to, most of their trips were over 3 days instead of 2 and upon speaking to a few locals after our trip, they believed that doing it in 2 days is too much, but that is on your own perspective as our group was completely fine with it, but another group that we spoke to were not.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Firstly don’t get me wrong! What i went for was a challenge. And that it certainly was. The hike itself was just what I expected.
However where to start with the rest of the package. The communication was poor to zero. I messaged the guide via the website weeks before the trip with a question and never received a reply. We did not get any briefs prior to the first morning setting off. The guide only arrived 10 mins before. Which meant everyone was not prepared or organised.
There were last minute additions to our hike that had booked direct with the guide and ended up paying half of what we had and received the same package.
The biggest problem for me and others on the trip was the food, or the lack of it. There was literally zero protein and fats in any of the food provided. The food was repetitive and extremely lacking. Absolutely not enough for grown men undertaking a physical challenge. One boiled egg and some bread for breakfast? A chicken tagine every day with literally one tiny piece of meat to feed 6 people.
I would really not recommend booking with skyhook. They are literally just a middle man and there is zero comms whatsoever.
The guides in country did their best and certainly were good guides once we have had a chat with them about our expectations. But the rest of the package I’m afraid was exceptionally poor. with some experience of the companies and organisations I feel my verdict is fair, and I am comfortable to say, avoid at all costs. And consider booking direct or with another company.
I would not use skyhook again!
Reply by Atlas Vertical:
Hi Joel
Thanks for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear that the hike itself went well, congratulations on the achievement!
Very sorry to hear that other aspects or communication was disappointing in any way.
Lahouceine (our Toubkal host) is usually very responsive and we're sorry that he didn't get back to you sooner to confirm that your departure was guaranteed. As a standard policy on Skyhook, listed trips are guaranteed to run. We are sorry if this caused any concern.
As a small company, the Skyhook team takes pride in finding and working with local hosts to deliver the best possible experience. Trips and logistics are organised by the locals which is why we put you in direct contact with your host through the message system as well as providing a contact number for faster communication (visible on the booking dashboard). As a third contact point, guests are able to contact the Skyhook team through the website. We've tried to make this as easy as possible and are always on hand to answer any questions or help out where we can. We generally get back within an hour during workdays or give the host a prod if they have missed messages.
We've noted your concerns and will address these with the host. We generally find that this trip is excellent value for the price but do understand that there is always room for improvement. Your advice is invaluable in this regard, thanks again for sharing.
We wish you many more adventures in the future.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Overall a great experience. The food was much better than expected if a little similar each day. The guide was attentive at times but could do with slowing the pace down especially when reaching higher altitude.
The standout for me was capturing the amazing sunrise!
Highly recommend this trip.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
We had a fantastic trip. We were so well looked after. The food was great and plentiful. The guides were brilliant - we felt really safe in their hands and they were fun and friendly too. It was a tough hike - especially the long descent back to Imlil after the summit but we had incredible weather and the views were just spectacular at the summit. It was a fabulous experience all round and we would definitely recommend it.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
I recently completed the Everest Base Camp trek, and it truly was the trip of a lifetime! The entire experience was very well organised by Himalayan Leisure and Upendra the Director in Kathmandu. I cannot thank the team enough for making it seamless and enjoyable. From pick-up at the airport, to checkin at the hotel and the briefing all was sorted in a way to make it easy and all questions were answered. The reverse process after the hike too was easy and seamless.
A huge shout-out to our guide, Aasham, who went above and beyond to ensure everything worked out perfectly. His knowledge, patience, and attention to detail made the trek not only manageable but thoroughly enjoyable. He was always there to motivate, guide, and share insights about the region. Tashi delek.
If you're considering this trek, I wholeheartedly recommend this operator. From start to finish, everything met my expectations. Thank you for an unforgettable journey!
A few tips for the winter hikers:
- Bring more warm close for the teahouses. This is the time you will feel the cold. In the sun during the hike the temperatures are just perfect.
- Check if there are options (at cost) to have a bit of a warmer night. Some teahouses might have some nice add ons like electric blankets. I paid an extra for single occupancy with bathroom/toilet, where available. Was worth it!
- Make your water bottle a 'hot water bottle' and put it in your sleeping bag in the night. Nice side effect you have warm water in the morning to drink and brush your teeth.
- Bring a warm hat for the night and some earplugs (these dogs!)
- Don't get neurotic about water supply. There are drinking options all along the way in the start and check with your guide towards the end.
- Follow your guides advise regarding food and drinks
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Trek (12-Days)
Our guide Hassan Armde led our group for 2.5 days for Toubkal. Being a local from the Atlas region, he was very passionate and proud to show us parts of his town while walking up the trail, chatting with the locals we passed. He created a great group dynamic right away. He is very patient and funny with a great sense of humor, he made us all laugh while we talked and got to know each other. Our group was half experienced and half beginners and he was always very clear about what was going to happen with the plan each day and what we are to do. Any time we asked for anything or had any questions, he got it done right away to make us feel comfortable in order for us to enjoy to the fullest our trip and our experience during this excursion. During the day of the summit, he made sure we were all together, we went at a good pace that was good for everyone, he took photos of us when we were too cold to take out our phones. This was one of the best summit treks that I've had with a great group dynamic and with everyone being able to make it to the top without any problems or injuries. If you are thinking of hiking Toubkal, ask for Hassan :)!! Thank you again for this great experience, I will come back again for sure. If I come back for a trek in Morocco, I will hope to have Hassan again (he does treks not only in the Atlas region but in other parts of Morocco!!). See you all soon, Samantha.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Really great trip! Hassan Armde was the best guide - super helpful, kind and knowledgeable! He made me feel really safe at all times! Please give him a bonus because he really deserves it! The only thing I would say that could have been improved was the food at the mountain refuge - perhaps more variety / larger quantities because was a bit hungry! Other than that couldn’t fault the adventure! Thank you!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Had a great trip with Ismail and his team. Mount Toubkal is an impressive hike, tough and really rewarding. The group were great and was lovely getting to meet everyone. Thanks team 🤗
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Wow ! , what an experience. Transport, accommodation and food excellent. The hike is up a stunning valley to the mountain refuge which is the last stop before the summit. A tough early morning climb to see the sunrise over the mountain was emotional but magical . The local guides, Mohammad, Hassan and Akram made sure everyone reached the summit safely whilst sharing their knowledge of the area with a smile.
A brilliant trip!
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
WOW!!! This trip was absolutely amazing! Our guide Rayner Ruiz was top notch, and we had a terrific bus driver and mechanic as well. The trip went very smoothly, the selected restaurants were great, the cycling was wonderful..... And I LOVED staying in private casas. If you have ever had any desire to go to Cuba, I HIGHLY recommend this trip! It was cultural, educational, fun, and very special. It will stay with me for a very long time.
Travelled on: Cuba Cycling Tour
It was a good trip. Unfortunately we didn’t make it to the top of Toubkal due to weather conditions. And completely missed sunset and sunrise in the desert due to bad timing.
But we had some good moments and the guides were very helpful
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
Wicked trip good local guilds with knowledge of the surrounding area and other maintains with 25 hour service and always did there best to help with whatever you wonted or needed
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Hike (16 Day Trip)
Had the most amazing experience a top trip!!
Hard but so worth it
Pujan, Tashi and Benja were the nicest friendliest people and so helpful
Their knowledge of area was first class
Not forgetting Dikmam, Lanka, Ras and Prashant our loyal and strong porters
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Hike (16 Day Trip)
Our trek to Everest Base Camp with Freedom Adventure was a memorable experience, thanks to the incredible efforts of Pujan and his dedicated team. Their professionalism and teamwork truly stood out, making the journey smooth and enjoyable.
Pujan is a born leader with deep knowledge of the trail and passion for the mountains. His ability to create a positive atmosphere within the group while ensuring everyone's safety and well-being was truly admirable. His constant encouragement and enthusiasm motivated us during the most challenging parts of the trek.
The assistants, Tashi and Benja, provided invaluable support throughout the trek.
Whether it was helping with logistics, checking in on our well-being, or ensuring meals were ready on time, they were always there for us.
Their efforts added a layer of comfort to what could have been a much more demanding journey. They have great potential to lead groups. Would love to see them do this soon!
The porters-Dikman, Lanka, Ras, and Prashant were remarkable in their hard work and reliability. They performed their tasks with quiet strength and a positive attitude that we deeply appreciated. Without them we could have mever make it to the top. Absolutely invaluable!
The entire team worked seamlessly together to make this trek as smooth as possible, allowing us to focus on the stunning scenery and the incredible experience of reaching Everest Base Camp. While the agency provided the framework, it was the team on the ground that made this journey so special.
We would love to trek with this team again!
Vera and Rado
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Hike (16 Day Trip)
Had an amazing time on this adventure, I found the trip well organised and well set out with a good pace to the trek. The team leader was great, sharing helpful information along the way, and his whole team was excellent our porters names are Dikman,Lanka,Ras, Prashant and assistant name Tashi,Benja
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Hike (16 Day Trip)
What an awesome trip this was! Had a great time made some amazing memories. The service from all the team at freedom adventures from start to finish was excellent, trek leader pujan was very knowledgeable and between him and his two assistants benja and tashi and the porters ras,lanka,Prashant,dikman they made the whole trip as smooth as possible
10/10 would recommend :)
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Hike (16 Day Trip)
Food and experience were amazing, well tread and fed the whole way.
Mohammed & Hussain were great guides and the mountain GOAT’s.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Great experience and well run and organised, all meals freshly prepared for you. Couldn’t have asked more from Mohammed and Hassan our guides, were friendly, helpful, patient and great company
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Great trip, food was good and plenty of it. Our guides Mohammed and Hassan were professional, great to be around and patient.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Wasn’t really sure what to expect but the whole trip was pretty awesome from start to finish! Great bunch of guys and gals, our guides Mohamed and Hussain were excellent, accommodating, knowledgeable and humorous, the food was amazing, couldn’t ask for more really. My first trip like this, I will be doing more!
It’s a great trip if you want to challenge yourself and get some awesome views, it was spectacular.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Trip was perfect in so many ways! So many marvelous things during 6 days! Sunrise at Mount Toubkal as well as sunset in Sahara will always have a special place in my heart!
We had an awesome group with best possible guides. Mohammad and Hassan are real professionals who took care that our trip was such a great experience. Safety was really well taken care of by them both and they were really supportive and informative on everything.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
We had a great experience with skyhook, summiting Toubkal and experienceing the Sahara. Our guides, Mohammad and Hassan were both capable and professional. Both were notably well respected by the local people we met along the way. We felt very safe with our competent bus driver. Accomodation was comfortable and meals were of a high standard. I would highly recommend this trip to the hiking community. Thanks a million to the people in our group for making the trip even more enjoyable. Phelim & Mairead
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
To see the beauty of Mount Toubkal and The isolation of it, to get with great team work from our guides to get everyone up and down safely, to see Morocco and it’s natural beauty and learn from history , The food was absolutely great, To the of the beautiful Sahara, i’m team of people that I met with this brilliant experience that I will never forget I am so thankful to skyhook and it’s brilliant guides forgiving me the experience , fitness levels are so important for this trip as it’s not an easy one. And not for the faint of
heart., And to the brilliant people that made that made the journey with me I thank them,
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
Another great experience with Skyhook 😊 The whole trip was amazing with spectacular views the whole time. The night sky full of stars, sunrise on the top of Mount Toubkal and sunset in the Sahara. The local people are so friendly and hospitable. And the food is absolutely delicious. Everything was very well organized. I felt safe and looked after at all times. Thank you to our experienced and very patient guides Mohammad and Hassan and Skyhook for this incredible experience.
p.s. the most amazing thing about such trips is meeting new people, making friends and sharing all the joy together. Thanks to everyone ❤️
Irma
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
This was an excellent experience. Mohammed and Hassan were our guides on Toubkal. Two top class men and made sure everyone and every detail was looked after to the best. Mohammed came to the Sahara with us and sightseeing along the way. I would recommend this trip and experience to anyone. Thank you Mohammed and Hassan. Regards Jim O Neill Ireland
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
I had a great time and it was very apparent along the way that the team from Cuban Adventures -Raynar and crew- was mostly responsible for it.
We had to deal with the back side of a hurricane and changes had to be made on the fly. It all went seamlessly. It’s a beautiful country to bike through and I’m very happy I did it.
Travelled on: Cuba Cycling Tour
Great trip. Local guides were spot on. Everyone so friendly, polite and hospitable.
Only blemish would be the refuge on Toubkal. Sleeping in a small room of 26 is “interesting “. Walls were damp with condensation running down the walls on to the bunks and pillows.Will definitely book another trip soon though.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
A massive thank you to Skyhook for making our trip to Mount Toubkal so trouble free. The hotel and guides were first class which just left us to enjoy the hike to the top.
The others in our group of 11 added to the commeraderie that will give memories for life
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Well organised , accommodation before and after refuge great , kind of family home style which was unexpected The refuge was what it was !!
Guides were professional and friendly Hakim and Akim (maybe wrong name !)
Stunning scenery as expected and a lot harder than any of us imagined
Food on trip better than imagined
Will most definitely book something else with sky hook in future.
Richard , 2 -4 nov
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Atlas Mountains are amazing and I really enjoyed the walk.
However having done several previous treks with other companies the organisation of this one was lacking.
We waited around 1.5 hours at pick up place for transport to arrive
Refuge was expected to be extremely basic but we were all also put into one room on the other nights of accommodation making sleeping a lot harder
Guides were good at providing the basics but didn’t give any background information on the region or any other interesting facts
Food was basic especially compared to other groups in the refuge
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
The tour was amazing in that all the activities were fantastic, especially the white water rafting. Accommodation basic but fine. Food local but delicious. Our tour guide Jonathon did his job but seemed bored and even complained of being tired. It was our first time and he did not have the energy & enthusiasm that would have created more excitement. It was obvious that he had done it for years. Other guides were taking photos, videos, making it fun for their groups. Your rating 4/5 due to guide but would highly recommend doing tour to friends with another guide.
Travelled on: Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu
It’s took a week or so to find the words to describe how bad the communication was… I was travelling from Bristol to Glasgow. I got on my train as planned at 8am but was told to get off 30 minutes later due to a lorry hitting a bridge and sending masonry on to the tracks closing them all. At 8.50am I let Simon know that I was going to be late for my pick up in Glasgow to no reply!! I then got a taxi go Worcestershire and waited 2 hours for another train to take to me to Manchester and all with in that time STILL no reply and around 6-7 failed call attempts and 10 messages. 10.45 I let Simon know from the Mountaineering team (he was going to be my guide) that 5pm was the time I would arrive instead of 3pm as planned, Simon eventually decided to message back at 12.15pm, 1 hour and 30 minutes later to tell me that was to late and he wouldn’t get me at this point I made over 15 calls and 30 messages to be told that. Be aware skyhooks stand by this level of customer service and communication as they’ve told me in emails there happy he did everything he could. If anyone would like the evidence of this I’ll gladly send it over via email.. it’s provably a blessing I didn’t do the 3 peaks with Simon after how bad his communication is and his problem with taking a call!!
Reply by Mountaineerin Ltd:
Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. We are sorry to hear the issues with your travel however we cannot be responsible for issues with joining or onward travel. Although you were going to arrive late there were still several options for you to join the trip which were communicated to you. All of these options would have gotten you to Fort William on time to join the event and these were explained.
Communication was as swift as possible with our team delivering the event on the day and we do advise all clients to take out suitable trip insurance should such events occur.
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
The challenge was excellent but not at all happy with the execution. Pick up was late. Accommodation was basic but pleasant. The transport during the trip was horrendous. Car sick on every journey due to lack of space, aggressive driving, particularly of roundabout but also not slowing down for potholes or speedbumps. Additionally hike guide set pace which was too fast for some members. It was concerning that on multiple occasions and in poor weather and visibility that the guide was out of sight for long periods of time. Some group members were left feeling like they were a drag on the rest of the team and unwanted on the challenge. This atmosphere eminated from the guide and their singling out of certain people. Will not book again. A great shame.
Reply by Mountaineerin Ltd:
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and we’re glad you thought the challenge was excellent but obviously disappointed to hear you found it less than perfect. We do endeavour to deliver a 24 hour challenge as advertised which does mean the guide needs to set a pace appropriate to work toward this. Transport is also delivered in a professional manner with services fully insured and licensed appropriately, we do appreciate that different seats in the vehicle make for a different experience for example the ride in the far rear can be a little more bouncy than the front. Thank you for joining us regardless and we do hope you managed to find some enjoyment from the weekend.
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
Great professional experience, would definitely recommend to anyone. Thanks for helping me achieve my goals. Simon is a top bloke ensuring we got destinations safe and our guide George was fantastic. Thank you.
Travelled on: National 3 Peaks Challenge (24 Hours)
Best experience of my life! Our guide (Jonathan) went above and beyond. He was respectful, very knowledgeable, and on top of everything. He answered all of our questions and was a joy to be around.
Travelled on: Inca Jungle Trail to Machu Picchu
We recently embarked on a challenging 16 days Everest Base Camp Trek on 18 October 2024 with a locally based company, Freedom Adventures.
It became our best vacation ever!
The whole trekking experience was made even more memorable by the exceptional professionalism and kindness of our guide, Asman Rai & our porter, Akash Tamang from Freedom Adventures.
Their unwavering dedication in ensuring our safety and comfort throughout the trek was truly commendable.
Asman Rai extensive knowledge of the mountains, surrounding areas and cultures, warm and caring character made the whole trek a joyous and fulfilling adventure.
Asman Rai & Akash Tamang went above and beyond to accommodate our needs, making us feel supported and motivated every step of the way.
They never walked far ahead or far behind us throughout the trek. They were always closed beside us all the way.
We were called "4-Handsome men Team", always cheering one another, sometime dancing with Nepali mountain songs while taking our rest stop, just to stay positive and happy, when the going got tough, tougher.... This small things made the whole trek more bearable and easy to manage.
We were immensely grateful for their expertise, kindness and always with a positive energy in them which elevated the whole EBC and that made this vacation the best vacation ever!
Thank you Asman Rai, Akash Tamang & Freedom Adventures!
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp Hike (16 Day Trip)
This trip was organised and led by Freedom Adventures, based in Nepal. This is my second Skyhook adventure, and I can confidently say that this was a far better managed experience than the other (which was also really great, by the way). We had several interactions with Freedom Adventures on the run up to the trek beginning, and as a result organised some sightseeing trips in Nepal with them before the trek began. At the start of the trek we met our guide, and someone from their office based in Kathmandu, they both explained everything we needed, ran through a kit list check, and even took us to buy any missing items from a reputable shop. This was invaluable as they were able to advise based on recent conditions what we might need in addition, or what we could potentially leave in Kathmandu.
Conditions in Nepal had been particularly bad over the prior weeks with poor weather causing landslides and travel disruption. Our guide ensured that any changes in timings, routes, and everything was all factored in, and we arrived at our connecting flight from Ramechhap in good time, where our guide once again found out what was going on with flights, and organised everything we needed. Flights were, predictably bad and had been cancelled for days due to bad visibility, however through pulling strings he was able to arrange an alternative that got us to the front of the queue.
This really set the tone for the next two weeks of our actual trek. The freedom adventure guide had his ear to the ground constantly and was aware of any issues before they materialised. He was able to factor in and adapt plans, and ensure we kept to our strict timeline of trekking, and acclimatisation needed for us to safely reach our goal of Everest Base Camp.
But here's the thing. Our guide is only 24. He's half our age, and possessed the organisation and communication skills of someone many years their senior. That he also became a great friend along the way just reinforced how great a fit the guide was for us.
Travelled on: Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes
A trip of numerous frustrations.
Whilst all the people were great on this trip, we did suffer from numerous delays and issues.
A heads-up on the humongous, 2 hour + delays getting through Marrakesh airport security would have been much appreciated.
The knock-on from this was that we then, before being shipped up to the hotel, waited another 2 hours in Marrakesh for a group to arrive. A cut-off and continue after 30 minutes should have been implemented.
Our trip coincided with some very inclement weather: our flight bags were carried on mules to the overnight stays but contents arrived damp. More care should have been taken with covering the bags.
The refuge hut was a bit of a surprise - our dorm had 26 beds arranged on 2 levels. Each mattress is tight up against it's neighbour - be careful if you roll around in your sleep! Boots were required to be taken off on arrival in the refuge - so if you hadn't considered bringing camp shoes, you had wet socks for the duration. It'd be worthwhile adding extra shoes these to the kit list...
There were only 3 toilets for the whole refuge - no where near enough as everyone is obviously being woken at the same time to head out for the summit, and other times there's also usually a big queue.
On our summit morning, we woke at 4am to check the weather. Unfortunately the storm hadn't moved on, and so it was decided it was too dangerous to continue. A bit of a shame but I concur it was the right thing to do.
For me, the walking pace was very slow, which made it much more tiring to be so far off my usual pace. Maybe being able to split the group would be better? A number of people in the group suffered from sickness or (likely) altitude issues. Again splitting the group could have benefited those.
The positives! : The accommodation and service at Imlil were great - plenty of tea (!), ample, and varied, food. Comfortable room - mine was a 2 bed room with my partner. The walks were through stunning scenery. As already mentioned, the group (14 of us) were all great to be with and share life stories as we hiked, or spent meals together. The Skyhook team were all very friendly and supportive throughout.
Overall, I'd say the trip has given me many new memories and experiences, which is what I take these trips for. These will input into further trips and maybe focus me on smaller groups..
One tip - be aware that not many shops/restaurants take cards - or are reticent in doing so.. Get sufficient local currency! You'll see better rates by changing money at the various bureaus than using Euro's; which is widely accepted.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Just about to leave Morocco after a fantastic week. Mount Toubkal was a challenge due to the weather(snow from the refuge) but our guide delayed the start and helped us summit. Then the Sahara was magical and a huge contrast. Long days traveling but we knew that would be the case. Fantastic value for money as well looked after with food etc. I was a solo traveler but were in a great group.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
Great experience from Atlas Vertical in country with Lahouceine sorting all the logistics. Great value for money with transfers, food, guides and accommodation included. Mohammed and an additional guide that joined him called Abdul were amazing and the mule handler/chef was also fantastic at the Toubkal refuge providing all the food and taking spare baggage.
All in all a great value for money trek and get away from reality, experiencing Morocco’s mountain scenery at its finest.
Tips:
Make sure you have what’s on the kit list particularly around the colder/winter seasons.
Make sure you’ve got the name of the hotel in Imlil before arriving at passport control as they ask for profession, hotel and stay duration.
Might be an idea to but a local SIM card for WhatsApp etc which are available in the exit hall after baggage collection.
Thanks to Skyhook and Atlas Vertical for a great experience .
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
Amazing trip, all what was promised in description had been delivered. Great price and quality. I felt safe all time. Guided were very helpful. Food was amazing. Recommended to everyone 😊
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
The Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert adventure was an unforgettable experience. The trip was perfectly organised, the accommodation was comfortable, and the food was consistently delicious. The staff were outstanding—friendly, knowledgeable, and always attentive. This trip was truly a remarkable journey.
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
What an incredible adventure from start to finish. Amazing guides, great people, spectacular scenery, beautiful country.
I cannot recommend highly enough. An absolute must do trip and I will defiantly be using Skyhook again in the future
Travelled on: Mt Toubkal & Sahara Desert Adventure
Great tour, guides couldn’t have been any better! The amazing food and accommodation made the experience even more memorable.
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
What a experience this trip was and the guides were top class 🤝 there to help and very friendly, this group was epic and was great meeting them all
Travelled on: Hike Mount Toubkal (4,167m)
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