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Transport

We use a private bus, the size depends on the group size, with a local driver. Moroccan roads are reasonable and driving conditions in towns and on the plains are good. On mountain roads, the pace is slower. Although the buses normally have air conditioning and heating, this is not up to European/North American standards.

Guide

There will be a local leader, driver and local muleteers/guides throughout. A second leader will join the group for all walking days for groups of 11 or more.

Meals

All breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners are included on this trip. Moroccan food is, generally speaking, excellent though not very varied. For meals not included, budget for the following approximate prices. Lunches: 60-100 dirhams (US$6-US$10) Dinners: In cities: 80-200 dirhams (US$8-US$19) In small towns and villages: 60-100 dirhams (US$6-US$10) Drinks in restaurants Soft drinks: 10-20 dirhams (US$1-US$1.90) Beer: 30-50 dirham (US$2.85-US$5) Wine: 150 dirham (US$14) and more Where meals are included on the trek, expect the following to be catered. Breakfast is likely to consist of a variety of breads with jam and other condiments plus tea and coffee, and porridge. Lunch is usually plenty of salads, plus a hot dish and vegetables. Dinner is usually a variety of dishes that includes seasonal fruit and vegetables plus some meat and tinned fish and various rice, lentil and bean dishes. The choice tends to be large, so there is usually something for everyone. It is certainly not limited to cous cous and tagine and is often commented as a highlight of the trip. Vegetarians can be catered for and there is usually a variety of bean/pulse dishes plus omelettes and vegetables. Please note, if you have special dietary requirements you should inform your sales representative prior to the trip. If you have a specific medical/dietary need (ie coeliac or vegan) you may find it helpful to bring some food items from home. Drinking water For the camping part of the trip, the leader will collect a small amount of money (around 40 dirhams) to purchase several large water containers from which you can refill your bottle. While individual water bottles can be purchased at the beginning of the trip, we strongly encourage you not to buy bottled water as this contributes to the growing problem of plastic pollution in Morocco.

Accommodation

As we make our way through the Anti-Atlas peaks, we spend our nights wild camping, while our first night is spent in a hotel in Agadir and our final night is at a riad in Taroudant. Agadir: Oasis Hotel & Spa (night 1) We begin our adventure at the Oasis in Agadir, where there’s a sandy beach and promenade within walking distance. The city centre is close too, for restaurants, cafes and markets. The hotel itself has a pool area with loungers, a bar, and a gym with plenty of machines. Wild camping: (nights 2-6) Our camping nights are a truly wild experience, as we sleep under the Moroccan sky, cradled by the Anti-Atlas Mountains. To make the experience a little more comfortable (while saving energy for the walks), the crew will go ahead of the group and set up our campsites. There is a toilet tent and larger tents for eating inside if the weather is not suitable for al fresco dining. Taroudant: Riad Hotel l’Arganier d’Or (night 7) Built in 1992 on an orange farm, this riad is in the traditional Moroccan style. There’s a swimming pool, plus a patio and garden where you can relax with your new-found friends and chat about your adventure together. Worth knowing Camping on this trip is always full service but in wild camps – official campsites do not exist in the areas we visit. Wild camping means there are no wash facilities or a toilet block. A basic toilet tent is put up at each camp. All camp chores are done for you, including building and dismantling your tent, cooking and washing up. A table and chairs are also provided for mealtimes.

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Day 1 Day 1: Start Agadir
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Start Agadir

The adventure begins in Agadir, a coastal city at the foothills of the Anti-Atlas Mountains. We join together at the hotel in the early evening for our welcome briefing. This is a great opportunity to meet the group and ask any questions you have. Accommodation: Oasis Hotel & Spa (or similar)
Day 2 Day 2: Drive To Taroudant For Lunch; Continue To Irghem. Trek To First Campsite (Breakfast,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Drive To Taroudant For Lunch; Continue To Irghem. Trek To First Campsite (Breakfast,Dinner)

From Agadir, we drive inland to Taroudant where we enjoy a brief tour, including time for a coffee on the square. We have lunch in the oasis of Tiout before continuing onto Ighrem, a copper town that has survived for centuries on a trade of pots and water urns with the Saharan caravans. It lies on a plateau near the Tizi’n’Touzlimt pass (5,970ft/1,820m), where the road to Tata and the desert landscape meets the Anti-Atlas range. Here we start our trek into the mountains towards our camping spot for the evening, Tagragra No. 1. Our camping spot is perched on a plateau, so the sunrise tomorrow is well worth an early night. Accommodation: Tagragra No. 1 campsite (full-service camping) Drive time: Two hours
Day 3 Day 3: Walk To Village Of Tagdicht (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Walk To Village Of Tagdicht (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

We have a long first day as we climb over a col and then a series of spurs before entering a broad valley. After a picnic lunch, we continue past an abandoned mine towards the head of the valley, eventually reaching the beautiful village of Amal. Finally, we cross over a pass for the final stretch of today’s walk (in the beautiful evening light) to the village of Tagdicht. Here we camp on a traditional threshing platform that lies between the many agricultural terraces and is just outside a village at the foot of Jebel Aklim. Accommodation: Tagdicht campsite (full-service camping)
Day 4 Day 4: Ascent Of Jebel Aklim (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Ascent Of Jebel Aklim (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Today is a steeper day’s walking. We climb Jebel Aklim (8,303ft/2,531m), one of the highest summits in the Anti-Atlas, for excellent views to the High Atlas and the extinct volcano of Jebel Siroua. The summit is reached via a high col and a series of spurs. Pausing for a scenic picnic lunch, we then descend to our camp at Tagragra No. 2. This area is one of the most remote in this range yet is still surrounded by Amazigh villages. During harvest, the valleys are full of brightly dressed women and children working in the field. We enjoy our picnic lunch on the summit of Jbel aklim, Accommodation: Tagragra No. 2 campsite (full-service camping)
Day 5 Day 5: Three-Day Complete Circuit Of Aklim Range (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Three-Day Complete Circuit Of Aklim Range (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

We travel from Tagragra through the wonderfully remote village of Irtem. Walking through these villages, we can chat with the Amazigh people, enjoy their friendly conversation (mainly through hand gestures and basic French) and gain true insight into their traditional way of life. We will enjoy a cup of mint tea with villagers. We arrive at our campsite close to the village of M’dint (City of Cats). Nestled in a valley of olive groves and trickling streams, the campsite is protected from the elements and provides a peaceful resting spot. Accommodation: Lamdint-No-Oumouch campsite (full-service camping)
Day 6 Day 6: Continue Our Trek With A Chance To Swim In Natural Pools (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Continue Our Trek With A Chance To Swim In Natural Pools (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Leaving M’dint, we cross two cols, slowly weaving our way up the valley. The villagers are very friendly and, if we are lucky, we may get invited in to try mint tea and local delicacies. Passing through ancient olive plantations, we admire the irrigation channels before resting for a picnic lunch under the shady trees. Be sure to hunt out the small river for a soothing paddle! We work our way up the last pass of Tizgue for a steady uphill push, well worth it as we are rewarded with views of our entire route. Our campsite rests next to ancient argan trees and there is a natural series of rock pools where we can enjoy a swim and a wash as the sun sets. Accommodation: Laainn-Tmaoiat campsite (full-service camping)
Day 7 Day 7: Final Day In The Anti-Atlas Mountains. Drive To Oulad Berhil And Taroudant (Breakfast,Lunch)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Final Day In The Anti-Atlas Mountains. Drive To Oulad Berhil And Taroudant (Breakfast,Lunch)

Today offers picturesque walking among date palms and through rocky landscapes. We walk along a dry riverbed (wadi) before arriving at Anammer village for our final picnic lunch. In the early afternoon, we transfer by minibus to Oulad Berhil. After check-in at our riad, there is the option to rest or make the journey to Taroudant (45 minutes) where we are free to explore the city, dubbed Marrakech in miniature. There is the chance to visit the souk for authentic Moroccan souvenirs or relax in one of the hammam steam baths before our farewell meal. Accommodation: Riad Hotel l’Arganier d’Or (or similar) Drive time: Three hours
Day 8 Day 8: Transfer To Agadir; Trip Ends (Breakfast)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Transfer To Agadir; Trip Ends (Breakfast)

Today we check out of our riad in Oulad Berhil and make our way to Agadir via Taroudant, where again there will be time to wander around and pick up any last minute souvenirs. Those on the group flights are taken to Agadir Airport in time for their flight, which is usually in the evening. For those not on the group flights, the trip ends in Taroudant. It is possible to join the group transfer to Agadir Airport with prior arrangement.

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Itinerary of your trip Undiscovered Atlas

Day 1: Start Agadir

Day 2: Drive To Taroudant For Lunch; Continue To Irghem. Trek To First Campsite (Breakfast,Dinner)

Day 3: Walk To Village Of Tagdicht (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Day 4: Ascent Of Jebel Aklim (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Day 5: Three-Day Complete Circuit Of Aklim Range (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Day 6: Continue Our Trek With A Chance To Swim In Natural Pools (Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner)

Day 7: Final Day In The Anti-Atlas Mountains. Drive To Oulad Berhil And Taroudant (Breakfast,Lunch)

Day 8: Transfer To Agadir; Trip Ends (Breakfast)

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