8 Day Moroccan Desert Walking Tour with Marrakesh

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1 Marrakesh, 3 Ouzoud, 2 Agafay
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Overview

Trip type
Operator does not provide
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • 1 Easy Day | up to 4 hours of walking a day, easy walking on mostly flat terrain, accessible to all travelers in good health
    • 4 Moderate Days | 4-6 hours of walking a day, hilly with some steep or uneven terrain, travelers should be physically fit and prepared for several hours of activity

What's this trip about?

    1 Marrakesh, 3 Ouzoud, 2 Agafay

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Attractions

  • Atlas Mountains
  • Ouzoud

Trip includes

    • Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed
    • Round trip flights New York-Marrakesh, Marrakesh-New YorkOther departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
    • Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
    • 6 nights accommodations 1 night Marrakesh 3 nights Ouzoud 2 nights Agafay Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
    • Hotel porterage
    • All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates†
    • 14 meals: 6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
    • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor vehicles
    • Services of English-speaking hiking guide throughout
    • Additional English-speaking guide for groups of 11-22 travelers
    • Entrance fees per itinerary
    • Active itinerary with unique cultural features

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Itinerary

This itinerary requires a high level of physical fitness with up to 5 hours of walking per day. The route and activities are subject to change. Please see the "Is This Trip Right for You?" section and the Trip Preparation tab for more information.

DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Morocco
Depart for Morocco

DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Marrakesh
Arrive in Marrakesh and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a light dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM Overnight: Marrakesh Meals: Dinner

DAY 3, Monday - M'Goun National Geopark Hike
The drive today takes you into the Atlas Mountains to Ouzoud Waterfalls. Continue to M'Goun, a UNESCO Global Geopark. Embark on a hike through this dramatic red-rock country. Pass by Imi n'Ifri Natural Bridge and the dinosaur footprints of Iwariden. View landscapes of sn...
DAY 4, Tuesday - Bin El Quidane to Agoudi El Khir Walk, M'Goun Geopark Museum
This morning, drive past the village of Azilal to the starting point of the hike. The trail runs between Agoudi El Khir and Bin El Ouidane Dam area, overlooking the snow-capped High Atlas Mountains. Arrive at a viewpoint offering panoramic views of Bin El Ouidane Lake an...
DAY 5, Wednesday - Hike to Ouzoud Waterfalls
After breakfast, begin the walk from your hotel towards the Berber village of Tanaghmalte. Stop at the village for mint tea before heading down to the valley, along a mule path. Reach the river bed called Tissakht and cross to the other side via a wooden bridge. Continue...
DAY 6, Thursday - Oued El Abid Gorge, Camel Ride, Agafay
Depart Ouzoud and head to the mesmerizing gorge of Oued El Abid. Begin your hike on a zigzag path down the cliff to the river. Cross the river and continue your trek to the village of Ait El Arbi. View the magnificent landscape, an area known for its olive oil and almond...
DAY 7, Friday - Hike in Toubkal National Park
Begin the day with a drive to the scenic Kik Plateau. Embark on a hike in Toubkal National Park, located in the Atlas Mountains. The trail takes you through juniper forests, picturesque valleys and stunning scenery. View the towering snow-capped peak of Mount Toubkal at ...
DAY 8, Saturday - Depart Morocco
Transfer to the airport in Marrakesh for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Price From $2,729
Price per day$341
Last Updated: 12/20/2023

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