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 AdventureUltimate Guide Links; Get the Free Adventure Travel Starter Pack Get the Kilimanjaro Guide Get the Everest Base Camp Guide Instagram https://www.ultimateadventuretravel.co.uk/

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