High Atlas Mount Toubkal Challenge – Morocco
Trip Code MOR08
Dates of Challenge: 8th -15th June 2008 (Sun-Sun)
Cost of Trip:
Ex- Gatwick £625, Ex Jersey £775,
Land Only £375
(+ £100 sponsorship for the charity of your choice)
The Mount Toubkal trek takes us into the heart of the Atlas Mountains of Morocco
and is only a few hours flight away from London. It is some of the finest
trekking in Africa and is an extremely rewarding experience. The terrain varies
considerable from valley to valley and at certain times of the year snow abounds
on these mountains. The sun is particularly strong in the summer months and
September can be variable with showers and thunder storms. Therefore depending
on when you travel you need to be prepared for the weather conditions. There are
vast ridges stretching as far as the eye can see and some of the rock formations
are fantastic.
The area is rich in history and culture and this is evident where ever you
travel even in the remotest villages. The inhabitants of the villages are Berber
people and they are colourful, hardworking and friendly. You will pass through
many of their villages.
The Atlas mountains act as a fantastic backdrop to the city of Marrakech a part
of which is Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa at 4,167m which is
part of the ranges which stretches south of
the imperial city. The city is a great place to start and finish you trek. It is
great just to take time to visit the old palaces and the medinas with it
fantastic weave of alleyways. The souks and market are ideal places to pick up
your souvenirs- beware of the carpet sellers- remember that in the souks and
markets you are expected to haggle so don’t accept the first price mentioned
divide it by three and start from there.
BRIEF ITINERARY AND HIGHLIGHTS
Day 1 Fly to Marrakech and transfer to our Riad Al Aadra in the old walls
Day 2 Drive to Oukaimeden, acclimatisation walk
Day 3,4,5 Trekking through remote Berber villages and fantastic countryside.
Day 6 Ascent of Mount Toubkal
Day 7 Finish Trek, return to Marrakech, guided tour of the Medinas, in evening
visit the famous
market of Djemaa el-Fna
Day 8 Fly to London
TRIP DETAILS
GRADE C STRENUOUS WALK/TREK REGIONAL EXPLORATION
Detailed Itinerary
Inclusions Tour leader, transport, sightseeing (Guided Tour of Marrakech)
Accommodation 2 nights comfortable Hotels (twin share),5 nights gites, mountain
huts
Meals: all breakfasts, 5 dinners, 4 lunches
Group size Minimum 6, maximum 15
In order to see the fantastic journey you will make in Morocco.
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detailed itinerary.
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This is a trip you won’t forget and will look back on this wonderful journey
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