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South Morocco Discovery
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Marrakech, Morocco
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Marrakech, Morocco
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Trip Code
XMSF
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 16
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Physical Rating
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Meals
10 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
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Transport
4x4, Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi
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Accommodation
Camp site (1 night), Gite (1 night), Hotel (6 nights), Riad (2 nights)
From £647(11 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Take a guided hike through the High Atlas Mountains and spend a night with an Amazigh family’s gite.
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Travel in a camel convoy and a 4WD to Erg Chigaga in the deep Sahara – the most majestic place to watch the sunset – and spend a night in an Amazigh camp under the North African stars, away from any sound or light pollution.
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Veer off the beaten track to Tata and Tafraoute, deep in the Anti Atlas Mountain Range. Check out giant blue rocks, visit the traditional granary, meet the women at a local women’s coop producing Argan oil and duck in and out of souqs.
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Recharge with two days in seaside Essaouira where Jimi Hendrix spent time in the 60s, and explore the whitewashed houses, lively port and tiny, picturesque alleyways.
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Explore Ait Benhaddou – a UNESCO World Heritage site with a grand history and a long list of film and TV credits, on a walking tour with a local guide who knows all the local insights.
Is this trip right for you?
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In 2025, Ramadan will take place from 1 March to 30 March. Travelling during this holy month can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the daytime, such as restaurants or coffee bars, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
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Some of the accommodation on this trip is more basic, like the desert camp and the homestays, but these will be great opportunities to gain a deeper insight into local life.
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When travelling in Morocco, temperatures can get very hot in the summer while in the desert, so ensure you bring appropriate sun protection. At night and in the mountains, temperatures can drop to freezing, so ensure you also bring layers. Please refer to our Essential Trip Information for more details.
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There are a couple of days with long driving hours, particularly getting to the Sahara and to Essaouira, but a, but you’ll make plenty of stops along the way for sightseeing, photo ops and to stretch your legs.
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This trip doesn’t spend a lot of time in Marrakech, so it’s highly recommended that you spend more time in this bustling city before or after the trip. Please consult with your booking agent on booking additional accommodation.
Itinerary
From the Atlas Mountains to the deep Sahara, explore the best of Morocco’s south
Venture into the best of south Morocco on this 11-day adventure, where you’ll get to stay in a family gite in the Atlas Mountains, camp under the stars in the deep Sahara and experience a traditional riad in Essaouira. Visit the grand Ait Benhaddou kasbah, go on a camel safari at sunset in the desert, hike in the oasis of the palm groves and feast on tagine, couscous and fragrant Moroccan tea. This is the perfect trip to get off the beaten track and discover the charm of southern Morocco.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Marrakech
- DAY 2Day 2 • Aroumd
- DAY 3Day 3 • Ait Benhaddou
- DAY 4Day 4 • Sahara Desert
- DAY 5Day 5 • Tissint/Tata
- DAY 6Day 6 • Tleta Tagmoute/Tafraoute
- DAY 7Day 7 • Tafraoute
- DAY 8Day 8 • Essaouira
- DAY 9Day 9 • Essaouira
- DAY 10Day 10 • Marrakech
- DAY 11Day 11 • Marrakech
Inclusions
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10 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
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4x4, Private vehicle, Public bus, Taxi
bed Accommodation
Camp site (1 night), Gite (1 night), Hotel (6 nights), Riad (2 nights)
festival Included activities
circleAroumd - High Atlas Mountains guided hike
circleAit Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk
circleTamegroute - Ancient Library
circleTamegroute - Underground kasbah guided tour
circleSahara Desert - Sunset Camel Ride
circleTata - Leader-led orientation walk
circleTissint – Waterfall of Attiq
circleTleta Tagmoute – Amazigh village and collective granary visit
circleTafraoute – village walk and souk visit
circleTafraoute - Ameln Valley hike
circleTafraoute - Traditional Amazigh House visit
circleTafraoute - Pierres Bleues Boulders (Painted Rocks)
circleTaghazoute – Argan oil women's co-op visit
circleEssaouira - Guided walking tour
circleEssaouira – Local fisherman visit
museum Optional activities
circleMarrakech - Marjorelle Gardens - MAD165
circleMarrakech - Palais Bahia - MAD70
circleMarrakech - Palais Badi - MAD70
circleMarrakech - Saadian Tombs - MAD70
circleMarrakech - Medersa Ben Youssef - MAD40
circleMarrakech - Museum of Marrakech - MAD40
circleMarrakech - Hamam (public baths) - MAD250
circleMarrakech - Photography Museum - MAD40
circleAit Benhaddou - Cooking Demonstration & Dinner - MAD313
circleAit Benhaddou - Henna Tattoo - MAD50
circleEssaouira - Hamam (public baths) - MAD200
circleEssaouira - Amazigh Massage - MAD400
circleEssaouira - Horse Riding - MAD300
circleEssaouira - Seafood Market Lunch - MAD100
circleMarrakech - A Taste Of Marrakech: Inside the Medina Urban Adventure - MAD605
circleMarrakech - Tajine Cookery Class Urban Adventure. - MAD640
circleMarrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
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£935£701
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Tuesday Jul 29, 2025
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Friday Aug 15, 2025
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement exclude Day 2 (Gite) and Day 4 (Desert Camp) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (567)
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Leonie
Jun 06, 2025
The South Morocco Discovery Intrepid Trip offered a wonderful variety of experiences and insight into the culture of this colourful country and its people.
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Leonie
Jun 04, 2025
Morocco with Intrepid truly blew my mind! A well organised, life changing experience with a guide that was so caring, knowledgeable and organised. The trip will be forever in my heart. Thank you.
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Judith
Jun 02, 2025
If you have 18 days to spare, then Morocco Encompassed is the trip for you. Intrepid have curated a wonderful trip that gives you a taste and insight into both north and south Morocco. Don’t hesitate to book this trip – it’s fantastic!
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Ollie
Jun 01, 2025
Outstanding trip around the south of Morocco. Our guide Khalid was the best, and the itinerary was amazing (even through the heat)! Can’t recommend enough!
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Gary
Jun 01, 2025
Linda and I were extremely pleased with the tour of Morocco. It was a well organised trip and very informative, led by an excellent tour guide Mbark. Would recommend Intrepid as a tour company
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Mark
May 31, 2025
I chose this trip because I wanted to see a different side of Morocco, it didn't dissapoint!. From camel rides in the Sahara to 900 year old grain stores, it has the wow factor.
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Kim
May 20, 2025
What an amazing trip, better than we ever expected - safe, immersive, well- planned, great driver plus excellent guide. Our travel companions egged us on, laughed with us and supported us. Southern Morocco was beautiful, tranquil, loud at times, but always surprising in the best possible ways. If you feel tentative traveling - go Intrepid. Loved it!
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lorena
May 20, 2025
I went on a trip with Mustapha Bentaleb, it was a once in a lifetime experience. The knowledge he has and the experiences we shared are unforgettable. I loved every moment
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Bruce
May 20, 2025
Thoroughly enjoyable small group trip. Wide variety of activities and led by excellent professional guide. Fascinating locations and cultural experiences that are off the beaten path. Highly recommended.
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Victoria
May 18, 2025
Moustafa was great tour guide and made our 20 day Morocco Encompassed a joyous experience into his countries culture and wildly diverse environment! Checked camel riding and sleeping in the desert of the Sahara off my bucket list! Fantastic photos in the sand dunes! Thanks Mousti!