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Beginner8 days /7 nightsfrom 1320,00 EUROBudget
Morocco — Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert
Hike in the Atlas mountains and Sahara Desert. Visit the desert dunes travelling in 4x4 vehicles. Get the best of Morocco and discover this amazing north African country.
Get the best of Morocco. Discover this amazing north African country putting together in the same program hiking in the Atlas mountains and visiting the desert dunes travelling in 4x4 vehicles. Easy and short walking mixed with local Berber culture contact. Our route includes several tracks ("pistes") to get to the wide and desert expanses of the Sahara (where we will sleep in a typical tent), discovering the southern Morocco. And in the end the enchanting city of Marrakech will stay in our mind!
Daily Itinerary
Marrakech
Arrive in Marrakech airport (Morocco). Considered the red and smiling city, Marrakech was founded in 11th century. This unique place will conquer you right away, with its Soucks, the fabulous Medina and its beautiful monuments. Free time to visit the Medina of Marrakech.
Lodging: Hotel in Marrakech
Marrakech | Imi Ouglad | Imsker (2 h)
Transfer to Imi Oughlad (1357 m / 4452 ft) by 4x4. There you will meet your guide and the support mules for your first walk through the colourful and beautiful valley of Imnan, crossing the Col d'Imsker (1500 m / 4921 ft).
Lodging: Hut in Imsker (1400 m / 4593 ft)
Imsker | Ikkis (3 h)
You continue your walking visiting several very well preserved Berbers villages as Aeg, Amsakro, Ikkis – you will be in valley in the National Park of Toubkal. You will have the chance to observe the traditional agriculture of these mountainous regions, with its traditional terraces. The surrounding scenery is beautiful.
Lodging: Hut in Ikkis (2000 m / 6562 ft)
Ikkis | Aguer Sioual
Following the path of mules, today you will walk all the way to the top of the mountain (2250 m / 7382 ft). At the top, a spectacular view overlooking the village of Matata and the ridge of Jbel Tasghimout (3100 m / 10171 ft) waits for you. Your next stop will be the village of Aguer Sioual where you will visit its women only cooperative. You will sleep in Aguer Sioual.
Lodging: Hut in Aguer Sioual (1800 m / 5906 ft)
Aguer Sioual | Ait Ben Hadou
Today you will start your 4x4 expedition towards the High Atlas. You will visit another women cooperative, in Argan, known for the traditional process of manufacturing the famous and expensive oil of Argan, and learn about its incredible qualities. You pass by Tichka pass (2260 m / 7415 ft) and continue to Telouat, where you will visit the Kasbah Guelaoui. The spectacular valley of Onila, on the way to Ait Ben Hadou, is another highlight of the day. You will visit the famous Ksar located in the mountain, an UNESCO site.
Lodging: Hotel in Ait Ben Hadou
Ait Ben Hadou - Vallée de Draa - Chgaga
Your 4x4 journey continues towards Ouarzazat, the city of cinema. You will drive along the beautiful valley of the Draa, an ancient route of caravans and a wide area of palm trees. In Tamgroute you will visit the Coranica School and its unique library. Later you will cross the M'hamid and Oued Naam dunes, finally reaching the Sidi Abderrahman Oasis.
Lodging: Berber tent in the desert (Abidliya)
Chgaga | Marrakech
Travel between Ergs and Regs experiencing the silence of the Sahara desert. Expect a "sand bath" while crossing the dunes. By the Iriki lake, mirages invite you to meditate and contemplate. You will be close to the mountains of El M'Daouer, Foum Zguid at the foot of Mount Bani (1634 m / 5361 ft). You will take the road to Taznak, a town famous for its saffron carpet. You'll have lunch with local inhabitants, followed by the drive back to Marrakech.
Lodging: Hotel in Marrakech
Departure
Morning transfer to the airport in Marrakech.
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Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
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Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
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Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
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Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
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Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
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Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
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Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
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Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
Trekking Morocco Atlas and Sahara
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