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"I took my first steps in the desert with the team Nour. I could not imagine finding much of interest in this immensity of sand."
Christine Vincent, Paris |
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Our Riad in Morocco
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Desert and Atlas of Marrakesh
To 8 h 30 min departure from Marrakech to 4x4 for the Kik plateau, passing through the Kasbah Agafay and continuation through arid landscapes. Crossing the Oued N'fis and a few villages with mud houses blend into the color of the rock. The trail then leads to a vast desert composed of hills and ravines extending out of sight towards the foothills of the High Atlas. Arrival Dam Takerkoust. You will have a fabulous view of the reservoir and the surrounding landscape. Of the lake, we take a hilly road through small douars to arrive on the Kik plateau allowing progression and a pleasant discovery wider Toubkal and offers unique views of the high peaks of Africa North ..
Beyond Asni, the road enters the valley of Imlil On arrival, you are expected to walk in the valley On Ait Mizan at the foot of the highest mountain in Morocco, Jbel Toubkal (4165m).
Back in the late afternoon to Marrakech passing by the beautiful Gorges de Moulay Brahim.
Essaouira
Atlantic coast port city with its walls to the Vauban city where traditional Gnawa music in a very important place, Essaouira charming small town with its very special character white houses with blue patterns, the former Mogador strangely reminiscent of the Greek islands while its walls are reminiscent of St. Malou.
Essaouira (formerly Mogador) quickly became the port of Tombouctou , there trade in manufactured goods in Europe against gold, salt, sugar, and ... ostrich feathers.
More recently, in the '50s and '60s, Essaouira became the refuge of choice for rockers (Cat Steven - Jimmy Hendrix ...) who came there to relax and Orson Welles turned his famous film "Othello".
In recent years, Essaouira has added another string to his bow.
With strong winds from the Atlantic, this coastal city has become a paradise for surfers.
Essaouira immediately attracted visitors because it has managed to preserve its authenticity. In addition, Morocco is not negligible, no one comes to disturb the tranquility of the walker. He can visit the marina and the Medina.
DAY IN THE HIGH ATLAS OF MARRAKECH
Departure for the High Atlas. We pass by Tahanaout, which marks the first foothills of the Atlas and gradually becomes downright mountainous country. The route follows the river gorge Reghaya sometimes flush with water, sometimes amounting to ledge then descends. After spending Asni, Imlil we arrive at the starting point of all excursions in the Toubkal National Park.
Out for a walk with a slow and peaceful, this Berber country without roaming rise in altitude comfortable mule trails, will be that of encounters with other people, one other culture.
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