Climbing Mount Toubkal for the First Time: A Fresh Perspective
Description
What’s it really like to climb Mount Toubkal when it’s your first experience of trekking in Morocco?
In this episode of the Ultimate Adventure Travel Podcast, Jake Field is joined by James Shoebridge to unpack their recent climb of Mount Toubkal (4,167m) with the StrongMen Charity. For James, the adventure felt like stepping into a whole new world: the noise and colour of Marrakech, the culture shock of mountain villages, and the emotional challenge of summit night.
Together, they reflect on the trek through the eyes of someone doing it for the first time, sharing lessons on preparation, packing, and mindset that every aspiring Toubkal climber needs to hear.
Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Mount Toubkal
02:38 – What It’s Like Tackling Toubkal for the First Time
04:32 – Group Camaraderie and Emotional Highs
05:12 – First Impressions of Morocco
09:38 – Culture Shock: The City Tour Experience
10:40 – Local Remedies and Surprises Along the Way
16:09 – Packing and Preparation Through Fresh Eyes
21:46 – Facing the Climb: Excitement and Nerves
28:00 – Food, Refuges, and Unexpected Joys
32:44 – The Summit Night Challenge
46:09 – The Descent (Harder Than Expected)
49:04 – Reflections on a First Toubkal Experience
55:23 – Why You Should Make Toubkal Your Next Adventure
Ultimate Guide Links;
Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack
United States
