5 epic adventures into the heart of Morocco

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January 22, 2018 2:36 PM

These trips are designed to reveal Morocco’s authentic heart.

Climb sand dunes, discover hidden valleys and learn the secrets of Moroccan cooking.

These trips are designed to reveal Morocco’s authentic heart.

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1. Explore northern Morocco

Experience the very best of Northern Morocco. The famous blue-and-white buildings of Chefchaouen, old-world Fes and, finally, the bustling Djemaa El Fna in Marrakech.

Along the way ensure you hike the Rif Mountains, take a traditional hammam, visit a Berber pharmacy and lots more.

2. Trek through Morocco’s hidden valleys

Discover an untouched world of breathtaking scenery and Berber hospitality through the peaks and passes of Mgoun.

After camping on high pastures used by nomadic shepherds, head to the summit of Mgoun (4,071m), the third highest peak in Morocco. Regarded as the most beautiful mountain in the country, Mgoun rewards you with a jaw-dropping view of the High Atlas Mountains and the incredible Sahara Desert.

3. Camp in the Sahara

Encounter the epic silence of the desert on an extraordinary journey through the dunes, oases and kasbahs of the Sahara.

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Start your trip in the beguiling city of Marrakech, pass over the spectacular High Atlas Mountains to the striking valleys and gorges of the south, travelling through lush oases and past crumbling kasbahs en route to the desert.

4. Discover the secrets of Morocco’s Imperial cities

Visit different parts of the souks, discover hidden madrassas, and meet the local craftsmen keeping age-old traditions alive.

Beyond the cities, wander the Roman ruins at Volubilis, and visit the Berber village of Demnat in the foothills of the High Atlas mountains.

5. Experience the spices

Discover the Arabic, Berber, and European flavours through Morocco.

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Take a taste tour through the ancient souks of Fes and Marrakech, and a Berber feast in the Sahara desert.

Finally, learn how to cook tagine, Morocco’s most famous dish and the perfect symbol for the country’s cuisine.

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