Mountain town in Marrakech-Safi, Morocco
Imlil
High Atlas village at about 1,740 m and the trailhead for Mount Toubkal, 90 minutes from Marrakech. Pretty valley walks, cool air and simple guesthouses; basic services, cold winters and limited English.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$607–911Comfortable, one person · DH6,000–9,000Details
- Value for money94/100Better value than 93% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goApr–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Jul, 28°CDetails
- Internet57 MbpsFixed broadband, Morocco medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilTap water is untreated or variable; drink bottled water or purify mountain water, and carry extra on treks.Details
- LGBTQ+2/5HostileDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: limitedDetails
- Getting aroundGrand taxi from MarrakechWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCash onlyCash only at most guesthouses, guides and shops.Details
Where to stay in Imlil
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Imlil village | Guesthouses, shops and guide offices at the trailhead |
| Aremd | Quieter stone village 2 km up; refuge and trek routes |
| Tamatert / Armed | Cheaper homestays along the valley |
Apps that work in Imlil
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- ONCF: Train times and e-tickets
- CTM: Intercity bus tickets
- Taxis: No ride apps. Book transfers through your guesthouse or a Marrakech tour company; confirm round-trip pricing.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Morocco.
- Cash only Cash only at most guesthouses, guides and shops. The nearest ATMs are in Asni or Marrakech; withdraw before arriving.
- Currency: Dirham (MAD). US$1 ≈ DH9.88 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Plentiful in cities, scarce in desert and mountain villages; dirhams can't be bought abroad, so withdraw on arrival.
- Tipping: Expected: about 10% in restaurants, 10–20 DH for porters and small help, more for guides and drivers.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at contactless terminals in cities; local wallets need a Moroccan account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Visa-required nationalities can often apply online through the official eVisa portal (acces-maroc.ma); avoid paid look-alike sites.
- Passport must be valid at least 3 months on arrival and undamaged; damaged passports have been refused entry.
- Make sure your passport gets an entry stamp; travellers without one have had trouble leaving.
Emergency numbers
Police 190 · Ambulance 150 · Fire 150
Plugs
Type C, E · 220 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Maroc Telecom, Orange and inwi kiosks at airport arrivals and shops everywhere; data top-ups are cheap. Passport needed to register. eSIMs work for visitors.
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