What is Ramadan, and how does it affect travel?

Ramadan is the holy month during which Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. While most restaurants are closed for lunch, travel is still possible. It’s respectful for non-Muslims to avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in public during the fast.

How does Ramadan impact dining and alcohol availability?

Many restaurants close for lunch, but those catering to tourists remain open. Alcohol can be purchased in supermarkets with a passport, and some bars and restaurants serve alcohol. However, Moroccan citizens are restricted from buying or consuming alcohol during this time.

What is Eid al-Fitr, and how does it affect travel?

Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is a major holiday when most businesses close for up to a week. Transport is often crowded as people travel to visit family.

Are there any special considerations for tourists during these holidays?

It’s advisable to plan ahead for dining and transportation. Be aware of local customs and try to respect the cultural practices observed during Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.

Do You Offer Group Booking Discounts?

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How do you accommodate large groups?

Large groups are welcome! We handle all the details for your walking holiday, whether you’re a couple or a group of 16 or more. Contact us for assistance and enjoy a hassle-free experience.

Where will I stay in Marrakech?

On the first and last days of your stay, you’ll be accommodated in a hotel or riad near the famous Djemaa el-Fna square, close to the heart of Marrakech’s old medina.

What is the accommodation like during the trek?

During the trek, you’ll stay in 2-person tents, mountain huts, or guesthouses, depending on the time of year and trek conditions.

What is the difficulty level of the walking and trekking tours?

The terrain is generally easy, involving walking and trekking along mule trails, tracks, or sand. Daily walks range from 3 to 6 hours, and we progress at the group’s pace.

Are there any seasonal considerations?

In winter, some mountain passes may be blocked by snow, which could require adjustments to the itinerary.

Is climbing Mount Toubkal (4167 m) part of the tour?

Climbing Mount Toubkal is optional. It is scheduled at the end of the tour when you are well-acclimated to the altitude, making it accessible to most participants.

Atlas Mountain and Sahara Desert Tour

Fitness level
Easy to Moderate
Group Size
2-14
Minimum Age
12
Maximum Age
60

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A 3-day combined Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert tour. The tour typically includes hiking in the Atlas Mountains, visiting Berber villages, experiencing a camel trek in the Sahara desert, and witnessing a desert sunset and starry sky

Highlights

Experience a scenic trek through the Atlas Mountains and traditional Berber villages.
Spend an unforgettable night in a desert camp beneath the Sahara’s starry sky.
Enjoy breathtaking drives across the High Atlas Mountains and the lush Draa Valley.
Explore the UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou, one of Morocco’s most iconic historic sites.

Day 01 :

Marrakech _imlil _talamrout summit hike4 h

After a transfer to the little village of Imlil we begin our trek to the Tizi n' Tamatert (2379m) to enjoy the amazing panorama of the surrounding atlas mountain range peaks and valleys, overlooking jbel Oukaimeden and the beautiful encircled plateau. After lunch set of following the path down back to Tamatert village for the night and hot shower.

Day 02 :

IMLIL - TIZI N'TICHKA PASS 2660M - ZAGOR camel ride

After breakfast start your journey to the southern Morocco, crossing the High Atlas via the Tizi N’ Tichka pass (2260m of altitude) drive along the zigzagging road & enjoy the views over the Berber villages of Imouzzar valley, explore one of the most preserved villages in the south of Morocco, Ait Benhaddou, a fortified village build by Ait Aissa trive on 15th century for Caravan traders coming from Tombouktou to Andalusia via Marrakech & Tangier, the village served as a natural decor for several international movies including the Gladiators, Ali Baba, Ben Hur, Lawrence of Arabia etc…enjoy a guided visit of 1 hour until the top of the hill to dominate the whole ksar and its classified Kasbahs since 1987 (under UNICCO world heritage), head afterwards to Ouarzazate to visit Taourirt Kasbah with a short break at the entrance of the city on a hill to see the cinemas studios & old decorations. Lunch and then continue to Zagora via Agdez and through Draa Valley, start the camel ride at 1km from Zagora, enjoy the sunset along the way while riding towards the nomadic camp in Nekhla dunes. Dinner & breakfast are served at the camp

Day 03 :

ZAGORA - OUARZAZATE – MARRAKECH

Early wake up to enjoy the sunrise followed by breakfast, optional camel Trek back to meet your driver and drive along the Draa Valley with breaks for photos and lunch on the road before we return to Marrakech via Ouarzazate. (4x4 drive may take you from the camp to with the camel ride). Note: Nekhla dunes is not a full desert like Merzouga but nice to see a part of the desert & enjoy the camel ride experience & the overnight in the nomadic camp in case of a short holiday in Morocco, if you have 3 days it would be better to visit Merzouga dunes instead.

3 Days Combined Atlas Sahara Desert Tour

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