MOROCCO DEEP TRIP
MOROCCO DEEP TRIP
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MOROCCO DEEP TRIP
April 26th
May 3rd
MOROCCO DEEP TRIP
by NERODAVALOS
April 26 / May 3
Nerodavalos
The real journey is the one that upon returning makes you believe you have not only seen but above all "felt". To do so, therefore, you need to go deep, that's why "deep"..to touch, feel, live.
MOROCCO DEEP TRIP is a trip conceived and designed by me, "NERODAVALOS, the Road indeed" and is aimed at those who are truly interested in knowing and adapting to the culture of a place, as well as tasting bizarre foods, interacting with local people, stopping in the middle of unknown places to take a photo or simply breathing the air, feeling part of a travel group in which to create new friendships and with whom to collaborate in the various moments and activities.
I propose MOROCCO DEEP TRIP in collaboration with ToubkalGuide, a renowned tour operator based in Marrakech, specialized in hiking trips, which uses certified local guides and present in the most renowned travel guides such as "Lonely Planet".
I will accompany you by showing you the authentic Morocco, far from the traditional tourist routes, aiming straight for its essence, through an itinerary that will touch sites and elements that are varied and representative of Moroccan culture and landscape: ksar, kasbah, souk, medina, marabout, the Sahara, the High Atlas mountains, the Berber mountain villages, the nomadic communities.
The methods already distinguish this trip: local guide, who I will approach as a second Western guide-tour leader, autonomous collective vehicle, exclusive and longer excursion in the desert, zoom-call for illustration and pre-departure briefing, limited number of participants, direct involvement of the group in moments such as the preparation of camels, camps, meals.
Road, nature, culture, slowness, freedom, immersion, senses will finally be the founding values of this experience, which at the moment will leave you speechless but as soon as you return will transform you into a skilled storyteller.
NERODAVALOS.
SLOWNESS
8 Days | 10 Travel Companions
1 Local Guide | 1 Tour Leader
72h in the Sahara
NERODAVALOS
in partnership with
renowned tour operator based in Marrakech, specialized in hiking trips, which uses only certified local guides and is featured in the most renowned travel guides such as "Lonely Planet".
NATURE
CULTURE
MOROCCO DEEP TRIP
by NERODAVALOS
TRAVEL PROGRAM
Day 1 1 | Marrakech-Ait Ben Haddou
After reaching the meeting point of the travel companions in Marrakech (see section “group meeting and gathering”) we will set off towards Ait Ben Addou (journey duration approx. 5h). The journey will pass through the Tizi ‘n’ Tichka pass offering unforgettable views of the High Atlas and for this reason considered one of the most scenic in Morocco. Ait Ben Addou is located exactly below the High Atlas mountains on the edge of the Sahara Desert. The Ksar in mudbricks protected by UNESCO seems frozen in time, testifying to its function as an Almoravid caravanserai carried out in the 11th century. Overnight stay in Ait Ben Addou.
Dinner included.
Day 2 | Ait Ben Haddou-M’hamid el Ghizlan
After an early breakfast the group will have about 3 hours to visit the village independently also in order to establish a first approach to the Moroccan atmosphere. Afterwards the direct journey into the desert continues by minibus for about 3 hours, passing by Tizi n Tinifift through the Draa River Valley, also known as the Valley of a Hundred Kasbahs. A short stop at a local merchant will give the opportunity to buy a shash (indigenous scarf) helpful for the upcoming planned trek. We will proceed to M’hamid for the first night of camping where showers and essential comforts will be helpful to prepare us in the best possible way for the trek in the desert.
Breakfast and dinner included.
Day 3 | M’hamid-Sidi Naji.
Early waking up today to meet the rest of the team (our guide and camel driver) and to take part in the setting of dromedaries. Now the journey to meet the immense Sahara and to travel inside ourselves can begin. After about 4 hours of walking we enjoy a lunch break under a shady tree in Race N’khel and then continue our trek for about 3 hours to the sacred site of Sidi Naji, where we will visit the Ancient Marabout and where we will set up our first mobile camp. Therefore overnight in a tent under the starry sky only 14km from the border with Algeria.
Trekking: about 6 hours | Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
Day 4 | Sidi Naji-Erg Ait Ounir
As soon as the sun rises, the color of the landscape will unfold in all its power. A freshly cooked breakfast will prepare us well for the intense day of trekking that awaits us. After about 3 or 4 hours of walking, we will have crossed a large part of the desert. At that point we will make a stop in the middle of the “Sublime Desert” for lunch. After that the walk will continue for another 3 hours until we reach the wonderful area of Ait Ounir dunes beyond the Draa River, the longest in Morocco, where we will set up our second mobile camp and spend magical moments with the nomad families.
Trekking: about 6 hours | Breakfast, lunch, dinner included
Day 5 | Erg Ait Ounir-M’hamid
Our trekking adventure through the magical Sahara desert will start again immediately after breakfast. After walking for about 2/3 hours we will stop for lunch, helping to prepare traditional dishes such as couscous and tajin. At that point we will resume the return journey through the landscape of the Sublime Desert to reach M’hamid el Ghizlan in the late afternoon, around 5:00 am. Once we reach our destination we will find accommodation equipped with all the necessary comforts and we will enjoy our well-deserved shower and dinner.
Trekking: about 6 hours | Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
Day 6 | M’hamid-Tighza
Today with our minibus we will travel from M’hamid to Telouet (passing through Zagora, Agdz, Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou). Proceeding over the mountains we reach the east through a wide and flat mountain valley towards the Berber village of Telouet to visit the kasbah. Afterwards the group will move to the village of Tighza where they will spend the night. Breakfast and dinner included
Day 7 | Tighza-Marrakech
A hearty breakfast will be necessary to face a very long day and to prepare for the very exciting city of Marrakech. We will reach it from Tighza by minivan in about 3.5 hours. After our rooms have been assigned we will leave our luggages in a traditional riad in the medina of the city, and have free time for the rest of the day to do as we please, as wandering around, visiting the medina, shopping and buying souvenirs in the popular souk, relaxing at a cafe with Arabic pastries and green tea. The very popular main square of Djema el Fnaa could be the evening highlight for its liveliness and abundance of restaurants. Breakfast included
Day 8 | Marrakech-Departure
After breakfast and farewells everyone will follow their own travel plan.
Breakfast included
SENSES
ROAD
IMMERSION
FREEDOM
by NERODAVALOS
MOROCCO DEEP TRIP
Requirements for participation.
People in good physical shape, close to trekking, well equipped, willing to face the different climatic and environmental conditions and times that the itinerary will propose, interested in food and tasting typical dishes and those foreign to their diet, capable and ready to adapt to the different customs of Morocco and the conditions that a group trip entails.
DEVI SAPERE
Services included
Transfer by minibus (16 seats), English speaking guide, western guide-support/tour leader/facilitator, all accommodations, all meals mentioned in the itinerary, camel drivers, camels for luggages.
Services not included
Desert trekking
The desert trekking will consist of exclusive excursions of about 6/7 hours a day with dromedaries in tow led by a camel driver. During these it will be possible to ride the dromedaries only for short moments, in order to change perspectives, so as to take photos that immortalize the experience and to rest a bit, however it should be kept in mind that dromedaries will be mainly used for the transport of all the equipment and food necessary for the entire group for 3 days in that context.
The overnight stay will be in a travelling camp in Berber tents. Meals will be prepared extemporaneously by guides and camel drivers.
Insurance
It is mandatory for customers to be indipendently supplied with personal travel insurance that must be activated before arriving in Morocco.
Documents and visas
Passport required, valid for at least the duration of stay in Morocco. Entry without visa is permitted for tourist stays of up to 3 months
Cell phone and SIM
The Moroccan SIM can be easily purchased for around €10 upon arrival at the airport in Marrakech. ToubkalGuide can take care of booking SIM cards in advance upon request by customers.
Vaccination
No specific vaccinations necessary.
Currency
Moroccan Dirham
Flights are not included in the services offered with the cost of the trip and clients must organize them independently.
Meals that are not mentioned in the itinerary, soft drinks (Fanta etc) and tipping. Airport pickup: ToubkalGuide can arrange the pickup at Marrakech airport at a cost of €15.00 one way.
Accommodation and food
You will stay in small accommodation facilities, riads, berber tents.
The hotels: 3 stars (in Ait Ben Addou, M’hamid, Telouet, Marrakech). Rooms will be equipped with private bathroom and wifi. Camps: they will be standard without wifi, bathroom and showers to share
Guides
The group will be led by a local English-speaking guide.
I (NERODAVALOS) will be the second guide and will take care of the in-depth knowledge and support the local guide in managing the group. I will be the tour leader, interpreter, facilitator, as well as a “bridge” between Western and Moroccan culture. I will also support the participants in preparing for the trip. A camel driver will led the group in the desert dunes.
Climate data
From March to May temperatures are moderate, ranging from 30°C (day) to 15° (night). It is the perfect season for dromedary trekking and overnight stays in a camp in the desert. It is only necessary to be wary of occasional sandstorms, so in the Sahara desert you need to wear the right clothing and have a handkerchief or face mask. The second guide will provide all the necessary information about this.
Group meeting and gathering
Gathering and meeting point of the participants: Marrakech, Hotel Ali (hall), 9,00 am. Google maps position: Here
TOTAL PRICE
€900
Costs and payment methods
The cost of the trip including all the services listed in the relevant paragraph is €900.00 (VAT included) per person (calculated on a group of 10 people).
It will be essential to book by February 2025, with a deposit(€250) to be made by bank transfer to “ToubkalGuide” and the balance (€650) 15 days before departure.
If you decide to cancel the trip by March 15, the deposit will be refunded at 100%, by March 31 at 50%. After March 31, the refund will no longer be possible.
Contact and bank details
www.toubkalguide.com +212 661 41 76 36 info@toubkalguide.com
Bank account: Jamal Imerhane
IBAN : BE70 9670 2132 6525
SWIFT / BIC : TRWIBEB1XXX
Address : TransferWise Europe SA - Square de Meeûs 38 bte 40 Brussels - 1000 Belgium
