Amazing adventure trek through the beach from Essaouira to Tafedna 8 days trek.
Atlantic coast Morocco trek 8days.
From the Mogador city of Essaouira, a beautiful hike, trek in Morocco between dunes and ocean slow pace of a camel caravan with only intruders few fishermen and many birds. We sail along the sea sometimes along the huge beaches and merge with the dunes then along the vertiginous cliffs carved by the sea, camping in beautiful coves, swimming possible in the ocean (reserved for good swimmers). Splendid sunsets ... TREK HIGHLIGHTS
Walk along beautiful beaches and dunes Total change in the heart of a splendid nature Essaouira, the Old Mogador, and Marrakech the flagship of southern Morocco Day 1: Arrival to Marrakech airport: Reception by our guide and transfer to your Riad in the heart of the Marrakech Medina, a mythical city surrounded by ocher ramparts, it offers an incomparable spectacle, where the men and the local folklore are staged in a setting of one thousand and one nights. The cultural heritage of the city is extraordinary: monuments of great wealth and refined architecture. Overnight at Riad Challa or similar in the Medina. Day 2: Marrakech - Tangaro (2hrs drive, 2h30 walk): After breakfast at the Riad in Marrakech, meet our driver at 8am, and transfer to Essaouira in the atlantic caost. After Lunch we meet our team of camel leaders,and start our trek in Morocco on the beach of Tangaro. Day of warming up along the sea. Dinner and Overnight at the camp on the beach. Day 3: Tangaro - Sidi M'barek (5h30 walk): We leave the ocean, and by a beautiful climb through the dense forest of cedar we arrive at Marabout Sidi Kaouki, located on a beautiful beach lined with dune cords. Lunch on the beach, in the afternoon we walk between dunes and ocean to meet isolated fishermen and many birds. Swimming under the beautiful waterfalls of Sidi M'Barek. Dinner and Overnight at the camp. |
Day 4: Sidi Mbarek - Sidi AHmed Saih (4 hours walk):
Continuation of the trek in Morocco along the coast. Discovery of deep caves hidden in the hollow of high cliffs, afterwards we go to the bay of Iften: small village of sinners consisting of hut on the beach, the sinners deposit their equipment and their nets, camping in Sidi Ahmed Saih in a superb wild cove among the argan trees, lined with a huge beach. Swimming possible. Dinner and Overnight at the camp. Day 5: Sidi AHmed Saih - Tagant (5h 30 walk): We find the end of the Atlas that ends at the sea Always following the ocean by a small hilly trail, we arrive under a steep cliff at the edge of a narrow beach where the sea strikes on rocks. We settle near a well for lunch and then we take a steep path to get to the small village of Tagant hidden under the density of a beautiful forest of Argan and overlooking all the coast with its grandiose view, also one of best places to witness a magical sunset, Dinner and overnight at the Berber house. Day 6: Tagant - Essaouira: After a short morning walk, transfer to Essaouira. This charming city is listed as World Heritage by UNESCO, Mogador is the old French name of the city which means "small fortress". Discovery of the beach which offers a magnificent sunset sublimated by the presence of the island just opposite, visit the port, the Skala and the Souks craftsmen. Dinner at one of the local restaurant. Overnight at the Riad in the Medina. Day 7: Essaouira - Marrakech: After breakfast we drive back to Marrakech. Free time to discover the city and stroll in the Souks in the evening, go with the magical show on Jemaa EL Fna, the beating heart of Marrakech. Overnight at Riad Challa or similar. Day 8: Marrakech - Departure: Free time to explore Marrakech and transfer to the airport on your flight time. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS
SERVICES INCLUDED
TREKKING EQUIPMENTS LIST (required)
- DURATION: .......................8 days / 7 nights.
- PERIOD:............................ All year
- GRADE:............................. Easy, family friendly.
- PICK UP DETAILS:.............Pick up at 8:00am (from your hotel in Marrakech / Agadir / Meeting point)
- DROP OFF DETAILS:.........7-8pm at the hotel (day 7)
- ACCOMMODATION:.........Camp & Rural gites (Berber house).
- FOOD & DRINKS:...............Fresh Salade & Hot meals Moroccan tagines will be provided.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- English speaking local guide.
- Meals during the trek.
- Bottled water.
- Transfer from & to Marrakech/Agadir with private car & safe driver.
- Mule to carry your luggage (Backpack / duffel bags recommended, no suitcases, you could store it at our riad)
- Cook to prepare your meals.
- 6 nights accommodation (a mix of camping & Berber house experience)
- Soft drinks.
- Tipping.
- Equipment hire.
TREKKING EQUIPMENTS LIST (required)
- Good walking boots and socks
- Sleeping bag (3-4 season); plus thermal liner in winter
- Lightweight fleece and waterproof outers (summer)
- Layers, windproof jacket, hat, gloves (autumn-late spring)
- Thermal underwear (autumn through late spring)
- Sunglasses.
- Walking stick (useful)
- Personal items e.g. towel, sunscreen, wipes, toilet tissues
- Small First Aid Kit including insect repellent, plasters, meds
- Small rubbish bag to carry out what you carry in.
- lighter e.g. burn toilet paper
- Day sack/backpack
- Water bottle or camel back (recommended)
- Torch/Flashlight and spare batteries e.g. head torch
- Penknife (useful)
- Trail snacks
- Zip-Up bags for camera etc.