Excursions in Morocco : Morocco Desert Tour

EXCURSIONS IN MOROCCO

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Excursions from Marrakech:

The Madina of Gnaoua (formerly "Mogador") is aUNESCO World Heritage Listed city, cause of the walls of madina, and its markets.Marrakech was founded in the eleventh century, has always captured the imagination of Western travelers. Imperial City, caravanserai, markets where the tribesmen in the south and Berber villagers come to sell handicrafts and foodstuffs. Located in the fertile plain of Haouz, at the foot of the magnificent Atlas Mountains, is a city of incredible beauty, projecting its ocher walls and monuments to the rays of sunshine.arrange excursion to Ourika Valley ,Asni,Waterfalls and Ait ben Haddou, which are a trips not to be missed. It can penetrate into the Atlas and discover a beautiful valley bathed Mounains and dotted with Berber villages.

Ourika Valley Excursion:
Departure from the Hotel / Riad at 09:30:A beautiful drive of 60 km takes you to the foot of the Atlas at about 1000 m altitude.You will discover the small villages of mud, red hanging on the sides of the mountain, terraced agriculture, the banks of the river fresh.You'll visit a Berber house to explore their lifestyle, simplicity of equipment and have an idea on privacy Berber, then you will assist in the preparation of mint tea and enjoy with family.

Asni Ouirgane Excursion :
Very nice trip to a valley typical of the High Atlas. Asni is located almost at the foot of Mount Toubkal, the highest point of North Africa at 4160 meters. In the valley is a succession of traditional Berber villages.Optionally, it is possible to continue until the TIN MEL mosque at the bottom of the valley. Built in the early twelfth century. It is being restored and progress can already admire the architecture and unparalleled elegance.

Essaouira Excursion:
Charming small town, Essaouira is the old Portuguese city of Mogador. It was fortified by a French architect Vauban follower. These influences have given a beautiful and unique result. Today, the city is gradually becoming a city of artists.
Essaouira has a very favorable microclimate that ensures a mild winter and cool in summer. I'll also mention a beautiful beach, protected by islands Purpuraires.
Artisans of Essaouira are famous for inlay on root growth cedar and offer a wide range of items from the souvenir to parts of furniture and works of art.

Waterfalls of the middle Atlas Excursion
Waterfalls (110 m high) are located in the Grand atlas village of Tanaghmeilt,
It is the most visited site of the region. In the vicinity, Green valleys, mills, orchards and a superb circuit of the gorges of the Slaves' Riverare found.Ouzoud is the Berber word for "olive", referring to the nearby Olive trees
The bottom of the falls is accessible through a shaded path of olive trees. At the summit of the falls, there exist a dozen of old small mills that are still in use. In the twilight, one can observe whole troops of Monkey. One can also follow a narrow and difficult track leading to the road of Benni malal while descending the gorges from the "wadi el-Abid" by a canyon sometimes which one does not distinguish the bottom with nearly 600 meters.

Ait benhaddou & Ouarzazate excursion:
This day excursion will pass completely through the chain of the High Atlas by the route of Tizi n'Tichka, passing the highest road in Africa, admire the mountains of the beautiful and traditional Berber villages.You will notice the difference between the two sides of the chain: the North maintains a clear Mediterranean character, while the South is much more arid and Saharan. This is marked in the vegetation, but also in the mode of construction of traditional housing that takes into account climatic conditions very different.

Excursions from Ouarzazate

Excursion Todra Gorges
Departure in the morning to Todra Gorges through the magnificent Amerhidil kasbah in the extensive of Skoura Oasis.Set off to the Roses Valley and EL Kelàa M'Gouna, continue to Todra Gorges, refresh yourself by the water of the river. In the evening drive back to Ouarzazate.

Excursion Dades Gorges
Departure in the morning to Todra Gorges through the magnificent Amerhidil kasbah in the extensive of Skoura Oasis. Set off to the Roses Valley and EL Kelàa M'Gouna continue through an off the beaten track to appreciate the tranquility of the mountain. Set off to the dramatic landscape of the dades gorges and overlooking the green banks of wadis. Walk along the breathtaking scenery of the Gorges. In the evening drive back to Ouarzazate.

Excursion Zagora
Heading Zagora through the Anti Atlas Mountains ( Tizi N'Tnififit ),set off to the typical village of Agdz and the magnificent Draa valley with its millions of palm plantation,Continue to Tamegroute where you will visit the splendid Koranic library and manufacture of pottery. In the evening you will drive back to Ouarzazate

Excursion Ait Ben Haddou Village
Ait benhaddou village is one of the most spectacular sights in the south of Morocco, its collection of kasbahs are among the most preserved, it was classified as a UNESCO world heritage since 1986 for it’s typical architecture. The ksar was served as a natural decoration for several movies including "Laurence of Arabia" and "Jesus of Nazareth". Recently, the government announced a plan to rehabilitate Ait ben haddou ksar in order to conserve the Moroccan cultural heritage in one hand, on the other hand a radical restoration has been carried out by the UNESCO. There are now only 5 families living in the kasbahs.

Excursion City tour & Kasbahs
Ouarzazate is one of Morocco's new Saharan towns located in the feet of the High Atlas mountains, it was built in 1928 by French protectorate and used as a military garrison and administrative centre of the area. Since 1980s, Ouarzazate city inspires not only movie makers but also visitors seeking adventure trips and Sahara experiences to the deep south of Draa valley, Dades and Merzouga dunes.
Ouarzazate highlights and attractions include: Cinemas studios and Kasbahs Tifoultout & Taourirt bith are built in 18th century and can be visited: the first one offers a great panoramic view of Ouarzazate river and the second was the residence of the former Pacha of Marrakesh. Weekly market: Saturday & Sunday only

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