Sahara family trek in southern Morocco Desert: The Little Prince camel trekis adapted to little feet a reall amazing experience for young adventurers .
From the Atlas Mountains to the Atlantic Shores
Family rambles in the Atlas & Stay in the Atlantic Coast
15 Days, 5 Days trek, Period: Spring to Autumn, Level: Easy , Assistance:
High up, south of Marrakech, away from the crowded sof Marrakesh, Mohamed, his team, and our
brave mules will be pleased to greet the young ramblers and all their family. They will lead you lush
green plateaus and limpid rivers, by the end of the trek, their region will have no secret for you!
A well designed itinerary, allowing a soft discovery, where warmth of welcome and good Tagines will be
on appointment. After our farewells to the Atlas and its people, we head to the Atlantic coast where
amusement and refreshment wont be missing.
Day1.
Marrakech
Arrival to Marrakech Airport, where you will be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel in the
city. Overnight in 3* hotel on half board basis.
Day2.
Marrakech - Tizi n’Tichka - Afra / 2h30 road transfer / 4h30 hiking
After breakfast, you will meet your guide and drive south. A transfer in minibus takes us to the Tishka Pass,
where we start our walk at 2076m. By a hillside path, overhanging Taddart Valley. Heading west, we will join
the Imouzzer Plateau and our muleteer team who will have set our 1st camp at 1920m
Day3.
Afra - Zat Valley / 4h30 hiking
After a good breakfast we start our hike down to the Berber village of Afra, where the villagers grow a lots of
walnut trees. Then, we walk down the Valley by a nice forest of oaks and juniper trees. After Assats we
follow the stream, and then take a beautiful high path overlooking the gorge to reach the Zat Valley. We
camp beside the river at 1300m
Day4.
Zat Valley - Azib Adernan / 4h30 hiking
We follow the Zat for a while before we go up the small valley of Ikiss. A long climb will take us to Tizi
n'Tafedna 2300m, where a nice view is waiting for us. A short decent leads us to our camp near Azib Adernane
at 2100m.
Day5.
Azib Adernan - Ait Moussi / 4h00 hiking
A magnificent day to discover the Yagour Plateau and some amazing prehistoric carved rocks. Across
sandstone slabs. It is a transhumance area where herds of goats and sheep graze from July to late October.
The last climb of the day will lead us to our camp at Azib n’Ait Moussi 2450m.
Day6.
Ait Moussi - Ihlouan / 4h30 hiking
We will cross the Djebel Yagour from tizi n'Ait Moussi Pass at 2620m and enjoy the superb views on the Atlas
Mountains and the Haouz Plain. We then start a long way downhill to join our last camp near the village of
Ihlouan at 1800m.
Day7.
Ihlouan - Ourika Valley / 4h00 hiking / 30mn road transfer
For our last day in the Atlas mountains, we will hike the less known and colourful Gadgi Valley. Across
successive beautiful villages we will reach our trek end where we will meet our minibus for a short transfer
to our auberge in the Ourika Valley.
Day8. Ourika Valley - Oualidia / 3h30mn road transfer
We meet with our minibus for 3h30mn transfer towards Oualidia, a charming little coastal village situated
between El Jadida and Safi.
The village is spread around the southern shores of an 11km inland lagoon filled by the sea which enters
through two breaches in the coastal rock wall. Watching the coastal views from a terrace is akin to observing
the ebbing tides on a river estuary - a constantly changing and remarkable spectacle. The 11 Km lagoon is
flanked by a kasbah built in 1634 by Sultan El Oualid, and the Oulidia hotels look over the beach and lagoon.
The sunny beaches with fine sand lend themselves to safe bathing, surfing, windsurfing and small fishing boat
expeditions.
Oualidia is the main oyster centre of Morocco. To the south, a variety of small sandy coves and rocky cliffs
offer seclusion and splendid walks.
Between October and June, you will almost enjoy the village and beaches to yourself! whereas July to
September is high season when many French and Moroccans spend their summer months at this superb
location.
Overnight in a lodge on half-board basis.
Day9 to 13. Oualidia
Overnight in a lodge on half-board basis. There is an optional stay in appartment with swimming pool (ideal
for big families).
Day13. Oualidia - Marrakech / 3h30mn road transfer
Morning Transfer back to Marrakech. Overnight in a Riad in the Medina on B&B basis.
Day14. Marrakech
A whole day to explore the vibrant Marrakesh! There is a lot to see and visit from the souks to palaces and
museums or enjoy a mint tea on a terrace overhanging the amazing Jamaa Lafna Square with story tellers,
snake charmers... Overnight in Riad in Marrakech, Bed & Breakfast basis
Day15. Return flight
Depend on your flight schedule a transfer is organised to Ouarzazate Airport for your flight back home.
city. Overnight in 3* hotel on half board basis.
Day2.
Marrakech - Tizi n’Tichka - Afra / 2h30 road transfer / 4h30 hiking
After breakfast, you will meet your guide and drive south. A transfer in minibus takes us to the Tishka Pass,
where we start our walk at 2076m. By a hillside path, overhanging Taddart Valley. Heading west, we will join
the Imouzzer Plateau and our muleteer team who will have set our 1st camp at 1920m
Day3.
Afra - Zat Valley / 4h30 hiking
After a good breakfast we start our hike down to the Berber village of Afra, where the villagers grow a lots of
walnut trees. Then, we walk down the Valley by a nice forest of oaks and juniper trees. After Assats we
follow the stream, and then take a beautiful high path overlooking the gorge to reach the Zat Valley. We
camp beside the river at 1300m
Day4.
Zat Valley - Azib Adernan / 4h30 hiking
We follow the Zat for a while before we go up the small valley of Ikiss. A long climb will take us to Tizi
n'Tafedna 2300m, where a nice view is waiting for us. A short decent leads us to our camp near Azib Adernane
at 2100m.
Day5.
Azib Adernan - Ait Moussi / 4h00 hiking
A magnificent day to discover the Yagour Plateau and some amazing prehistoric carved rocks. Across
sandstone slabs. It is a transhumance area where herds of goats and sheep graze from July to late October.
The last climb of the day will lead us to our camp at Azib n’Ait Moussi 2450m.
Day6.
Ait Moussi - Ihlouan / 4h30 hiking
We will cross the Djebel Yagour from tizi n'Ait Moussi Pass at 2620m and enjoy the superb views on the Atlas
Mountains and the Haouz Plain. We then start a long way downhill to join our last camp near the village of
Ihlouan at 1800m.
Day7.
Ihlouan - Ourika Valley / 4h00 hiking / 30mn road transfer
For our last day in the Atlas mountains, we will hike the less known and colourful Gadgi Valley. Across
successive beautiful villages we will reach our trek end where we will meet our minibus for a short transfer
to our auberge in the Ourika Valley.
Day8. Ourika Valley - Oualidia / 3h30mn road transfer
We meet with our minibus for 3h30mn transfer towards Oualidia, a charming little coastal village situated
between El Jadida and Safi.
The village is spread around the southern shores of an 11km inland lagoon filled by the sea which enters
through two breaches in the coastal rock wall. Watching the coastal views from a terrace is akin to observing
the ebbing tides on a river estuary - a constantly changing and remarkable spectacle. The 11 Km lagoon is
flanked by a kasbah built in 1634 by Sultan El Oualid, and the Oulidia hotels look over the beach and lagoon.
The sunny beaches with fine sand lend themselves to safe bathing, surfing, windsurfing and small fishing boat
expeditions.
Oualidia is the main oyster centre of Morocco. To the south, a variety of small sandy coves and rocky cliffs
offer seclusion and splendid walks.
Between October and June, you will almost enjoy the village and beaches to yourself! whereas July to
September is high season when many French and Moroccans spend their summer months at this superb
location.
Overnight in a lodge on half-board basis.
Day9 to 13. Oualidia
Overnight in a lodge on half-board basis. There is an optional stay in appartment with swimming pool (ideal
for big families).
Day13. Oualidia - Marrakech / 3h30mn road transfer
Morning Transfer back to Marrakech. Overnight in a Riad in the Medina on B&B basis.
Day14. Marrakech
A whole day to explore the vibrant Marrakesh! There is a lot to see and visit from the souks to palaces and
museums or enjoy a mint tea on a terrace overhanging the amazing Jamaa Lafna Square with story tellers,
snake charmers... Overnight in Riad in Marrakech, Bed & Breakfast basis
Day15. Return flight
Depend on your flight schedule a transfer is organised to Ouarzazate Airport for your flight back home.
Day by day
From 660 €
Trek Prices
Special Note: If you wish to, the trek in the Atlas Mountains can be organized separately.
• 1 night 3* Hotel in Marrakech (HB)
• English speaking guide, and cook
• Mules and muleteers for assistance
• Full board on trek with coffee and tea
• 1 picnic + 1 restaurant on transfers
• Ground transfers by minibus : (airport -
hotel - trek - hotel - airport)
• All camping equipment (except sleeping bags)
• 5 nights camping (FB basis)
• 5 nights auberge Oualidia (HB basis)
• 2 nights Riad in Marrakech (BB basis)
• International flight to and from Marrakech &
Airport taxes
• Morocco Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Soft/alcoholic drinks
• Optional trips and sightseeing tours
• Additional nights at the beginning or end of trip
• Tips and personal expanses
Family adventure trek in the Atlas Mountains south of Marrakech. A unique experience trekking with the Berbers and discover an exotic culture and
superb nature. At theend of our hike in the Atlas mountains, you will be driven to the Atlantic coast and the amazing sea village of Oualidia. You will
enjoy a family stay where you can surf, fish, hike, sun bath in a really beautiful area of Morocco.
superb nature. At theend of our hike in the Atlas mountains, you will be driven to the Atlantic coast and the amazing sea village of Oualidia. You will
enjoy a family stay where you can surf, fish, hike, sun bath in a really beautiful area of Morocco.
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