Morocco: Marrakech, Atlas Mountains & Sahara Desert
A unique exploration of history, culture & habitats of Northern Africa.
Connect to life in the deserts and mountains of Morocco.
EXCLUSIVE! Gene & Jo Ann Taylor, co-founders of The Walking Connection are your hosts and walking companions for this small group adventure.
Sept. 22 - 28, 2021
One departure only in 2021!
10-Days, 9 Nights
A unique adventure to the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert.
$000USD
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per person, double occupancy
$1250 USD Due With Registration
WALKING
Explore with us the Kingdom of Morocco. From the bustling souks of Marrakech to the quiet Berber villages nestled deep within the High Atlas Mountains to the shifting sands of the Sahara Desert…
Appealingly exotic, be transformed into a world filled with saturated color layered in varied texture. The sights, the sounds, the spicy aromas are blended into a mesmerizing intoxication. You may feel like you are dreaming but you will be wide awake not wanting to miss a moment.
CONNECTION
Discover the connection that walking can bring when you take off from the trekking lodge into the Atlas Mountains. With your local guide and your small group of fellow travelers, follow your feet. Discover the local villages, the stunning landscape, and a new side of yourself.
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This adventure includes a unique opportunity to connect with an organization with a mission close to our hearts. Education for All is building and staffing boarding houses for Moroccan girls from small villages to further their education beyond what has been available to them in the past. Connect with these young ladies and see how the chance at education can change their lives.
Morocco Highlights
CREATE CONNECTIONS
You, along with old and new-found friends will travel Northern Africa from the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara Desert. Take in the the landscape and the local culture-- share an incredible experience with each other. Your expert local guides will lead the way so you can see it all.
CULTURAL IMMERSION
Visit remote, rural villages to see how a simple, yet challenging, way of life inspired the McHugo brothers to start Education for All.
BETTER WALKS, BETTER LIFE
Exploring Marrakech, the Atlas Mountains, and the Sahara Desert on foot makes the adventure uniquely yours.
Your Experience
Level of Activity
This is a cultural walking holiday with moderately strenuous hikes over several days.
Each day usually consists of 3-5 hours of activities, most centered around walking over various terrains. City streets, village cobblestone walkways, well-worn countryside paths with uphill and downhill components.
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There are options for more and less strenuous hikes in the Atlas Mountains. It is our mission to provide you with the most fulfilling and appropriate adventure for your fitness level. We are available to discuss options ahead of booking!
Your day pack will include a liter of water, snacks, rain jacket, sunscreen, personal items, and a camera.
Level of Comfort
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The sleeping accommodations on this journey are "Safari Luxury", always en suite, and always with lots of personality. Although star ratings are not particularly helpful when it comes to remote tented camps on the Serengeti, expect 4/5 star accommodations and services along the way.
Our multi-night stays in each camp afford a relaxed pace to your journey. No reason to hurry unless there is an unexpected wildlife siting. Your curiosity drives the day, your comfort is king during the evenings and nights.
Even though you are travelling through a variety of landscapes, the weather will be similar day-to-day. We expect it to be mostly dry and a bit cooler around the Ngorongoro Highlands because of the crater. Expect temperatures in the evening of 13°- 18°c (58°f) and warm daytime highs at 25°- 30°c (85°f).
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Just a few words about safety. It's a shared responsibility, yours and ours. We take it very seriously. Your safe return home is our top priority. We love talking about it. It you have a question or concern, please ask or tell us anything.
Photo Credit: Maasai Wanderings
Level of Culture
The Maasai Wandering Team is made up of resident guides, chef's, service staff and managers who all hail from this area. This is the land they call home. These are the people they call Brother and Sister. They are warm and hospitable and keen to share their lives with guests. We will learn from them and as opportunity allows, we will visit small cultural centers like villages, schools and markets.
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As with all Walking Connection adventures, we will seek opportunities for both cultural exchange as well as places and people where we can invest resources that may help them in their day-to-day lives.
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Day-By-Day
Please note that the details of this itinerary are subject to change. Many of the planned activities are organized according to availability, events or seasonal dates, appropriate weather conditions or the discretion of our guides. We make every effort to provide the experience described in the itinerary with the understanding that some things may change.
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Where We Sleep
Quaint village luxury. The accommodations on this Moroccan walking tour were carefully selected by Jo Ann Taylor and are in the style she has created and the Walking Connection has become known for. The lodges. with luxurious amenities and unique local flavor, you will rest comfortably night after night. Your luggage will be transferred between locations and be waiting for you upon arrival.
Riad Les Yeux Bleus
Riad Les Yeux Bleus’ blend of contemporary and traditional styles reflects the mixed city e of Marrakech, where vibrant urban life and a varied choice of trendy bars, art galleries, and restaurants coexist in friendly symbiosis with the ancient ways of the city.
Kasbah du Toubkal
The Kasbah is also in the Toubkal National Park and set dramatically below the towering flanks of Jbel Toubkal, the highest mountain in North Africa standing at 4167 metres.
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The delightful garden and large terraces offer unparalleled views of the surrounding mountains. The friendly and knowledgeable local Berber team make every effort to ensure your stay is as enjoyable as it can be.
Photo Credit: Maasai Wanderings
Photo Credit: Maasai Wanderings
Photo Credit: Maasai Wanderings
A Dream Come True...
"“Thank you for organizing such an amazing trip to Tanzania. Everything was first class and far exceeded my expectations. Each day I kept asking myself, how can this get any better? And each day it did!
- Cindy R., California
"The guides, the food, the service, and most of all our fellow travelers made this a trip of a lifetime."
- Colleen H., Alberta, Canada
"The accommodations were all excellent and unique, perfectly suited to the terrain we visited. For those who count, the numbers of animals, especially the big ones, were amazing."
- Tom M. and Elizabeth D., Arizona
Questions?
Great! We love talking about Morocco and Education for All! Give our FAQs below a quick look. You might find answers there. Or email us: or call us at +1 (623) 561.0846 to speak with a team member. Either way, we are at your service, so please don't hesitate to reach out!
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