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Chefchaouen, Morocco
4.7
| 30 reviews

The Ultimate Adventure Through Morocco

9 nights
Easy

An epic journey from Casablanca to Marrakech, via Chefchaouen, Fès, the Sahara Desert and Todra Gorge

What's Included?

Activities & Certified Guides

All itinerary activities with a expert, local, English-speaking guide plus specialist guides in Akchour, Fes and Todgha

All accommodation

4 nights in hotels, 4 nights in cosy riads and an unforgettable night under the Saharan stars

Meals

9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners

Transfers

Airport transfers and everything in between

Equipment

Rock climbing gear

Small Like-minded Groups

Solo-friendly by design, join our small n’ sociable groups of up to 14 like-minded, active and outdoorsy people
From

excluding flights
From

excluding flights

What's it like?

4.7
| 30 reviews
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!
December 2024
Verity D.
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!
December 2024
Verity D.
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!
December 2024
Verity D.
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!
December 2024
Verity D.
Memorable adventure - book this trip!
December 2024
Andrea S.
Memorable adventure - book this trip!
December 2024
Andrea S.
Memorable adventure - book this trip!
December 2024
Andrea S.
Beautiful journey through Morocco
December 2024
Olga S.
Beautiful journey through Morocco
December 2024
Olga S.
Brilliant trip. Redouane was an excellent
November 2024
Angela L.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
An extraordinary adventure!!
August 2024
Emma C.
Beyond Amazing
July 2024
Sally M.
Beyond Amazing
July 2024
Sally M.
Beyond Amazing
July 2024
Sally M.
Beyond Amazing
July 2024
Sally M.
Beyond Amazing
July 2024
Sally M.
Beyond Amazing
July 2024
Sally M.
Beyond Amazing
July 2024
Sally M.
Beyond Amazing
July 2024
Sally M.
A beautiful trip!
April 2024
Carolyn O.
A beautiful trip!
April 2024
Carolyn O.

Explore kasbahs, Berber-Roman ruins, cobalt blue streets and bustling medinas in Morocco’s ancient cities and walled villages

Hike in the shadow of undiscovered peaks in the verdant Rif Mountains and wild swim in the cool waterfalls of Akchour

Snooze under countless stars at a Saharan Berber camp and try your hand at rock climbing on the ravine walls of Todra

Key Information

Day 1

Welcome to Casablanca

Your host will meet you on arrival at Casablanca Airport and transfer you to your hotel in the city. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local Moroccan restaurant and have a chat through the adventure to come with your tour leader and fellow adventurers.

Day 2

Casablanca to Chefchaouen

Hiking

2hrs

Driving

5hrs · 350km

Leave Casablanca behind after breakfast as you settle in for the road trip to Chefchaouen, the famous ‘Blue City’ and one of Morocco's most iconic locations. Head out for a walk through the winding cobblestone streets, surrounded by cobalt-hued walls dotted with tiny local craft shops, before a spot of people-watching in the shaded medina. Hike up to the Spanish Mosque for amazing sunset views of the blue town nestled on the hillside and cradled by the Rif Mountains.

Day 3

Akchour Falls

Hiking

3-4hrs · 12km · 400m up · 400m down

Head outside the Blue City today for a hike to Akchour Falls, a hidden gem nestled in the Rif Mountains. The trail winds past rivers, small cascades, rock formations and through a verdant forest until you reach Akchour, where the falls plummet into the turquoise pond below. Tuck into a well-deserved picnic lunch at this beautiful spot and enjoy some downtime here, before heading back to Chefchaouen for a free evening to explore the restaurants and bars.

Day 4

Chefchaouen to Fès, via Volubilis

Hiking

3.5hrs

Driving

5hrs · 232km

Hit the road to Fès after breakfast, with a spectacular pit-stop en route: the ruins of the ancient Berber-Roman city of Volubilis. This was an important outpost of the Roman Empire and is the best-preserved archaeological site in Morocco. Walk around the ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site before hiking on to the nearby holy town of Moulay Idriss, perched on the Zerhoun Mountains, where white cube houses are dotted on the green hills. Grab lunch and do some people-watching in the walled medina, where you'll see devotees honouring at the shrine of Morocco's first Islamic leader. Driving on to Fès, once the intellectual and spiritual heart of Morocco, check in to your next riad and head out to explore the narrow old alleyways before tucking into a delicious dinner of traditional Fès dishes.

Day 5

Fès

Meet up with a local guide today and delve into the sensory overload of sights, sounds and smells. Meander through Bab Boujloud and get lost in the labyrinth of the medina where workshops, tailors, bazaars and restaurants are dotted throughout packed passageways. Rub shoulders with locals and donkey carts and wind up at the unusual Chouara Tannery. Visit the Mosque of Kairouine, which was once the leading spiritual and educational centre of the Muslim world. Enjoy some downtime at your stunning riad and an evening free to explore the city's options for dinner.

Day 6

Road trip to the Sahara

Hiking

2hr

Driving

8-10hrs · 463km

Leave the hustle of the city behind on an amazing road trip through the High Atlas Mountains, driving along fertile valleys, cedar and pine forests and barren, rocky landscapes to the small town of Midelt, where you'll tuck into a picnic lunch. Carry on through ever-changing scenery from the mountains to the desert, all the way to the Saharan village of Merzouga, surrounded by the dusty orange sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Settle into your Berber camp, hike to the top of a dune for a golden sunset glimmering through the desert, and watch the clear sky turn into an array of dazzling stars.

Day 7

Merzouga to Todra Gorge

Driving

4hrs · 220km

Rock Climbing

2hrs

Rising early in the morning to catch the sunrise over the Sahara, you'll bid farewell to your Berber hosts at camp as you head towards Todra. Stop on the way for a walk at Ksar El Khorobat, an ancient walled village where the families who live here preserve the centuries-old lifestyle. Have lunch at a nearby kasbah, then continue the journey to the Todra where the adventure is ramped up. Meet up with a local rock climbing instructor, listen to some introductory tips and get kitted up to tackle a series of easy climbing routes set in the spectacular high walls of the gorges. If you don't fancy climbing, you may prefer to have a wander around the picturesque limestone river canyons.

Day 8

Hike the Todra Gorge

Hiking

4hrs

Time for the biggest hike for the trip today as you trek through the spectacular Todra Gorge. Start off on the trail meandering through fertile palm groves, passing farmers and their children along the way. Sip some thyme tea with a nomad family in the mountains before hiking deeper into the gorge, finding yourself surrounded by the breathtaking 400m high limestone high cliffs which flank the Todra River, the walls getting narrower the further you hike into the ravine. In the evening, relax with a typical hammam experience in a public bathhouse alongside locals in Todra.

Day 9

Todra to Marrakech

Driving

8hrs · 410km

After enjoying your last Berber breakfast, drive to explore a slice of the 11th century. Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, perched on a hilltop and almost unchanged since then, is one of Morocco's most iconic sites. Enjoy a walk through the winding streets of the old town, making your way to the top of the hill, from where you can enjoy the views across the surrounding plains. After that, continue the drive through the winding roads of the Atlas bound for Marrakech – an ancient, exotic city wrapped in European modernity. The evening is yours to spend at leisure: savour a farewell dinner with your fellow travellers.

Day 10

Farewell, Morocco

Your adventure comes to an end as your host transfers you to the airport in time for your onward flight.

The Area

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Logistics

Starts

Mohammed V International Airport, Casablanca

Any time on Day 1

Ends

Marrakesh Menara Airport

Any time on Day 10

Transfers

Your host will meet you on arrival at the international airport in Casablanca and transfer you to your riad in the city. On the last day of your trip, your host will transfer you from your accommodation in Marrakech to the airport in time for your flight home. Please note that mobile boarding passes are not accepted at Marrakech airport. You will need to present a printed boarding pass on departure.

For those arriving early or wanting to stay on, extra nights and transfers can be arranged with your host at an extra cost. Please see Optional Extras for more information.

Travel options

There are direct flights to Casablanca from the UK and various major hubs in Europe, as well as direct flights to Casablanca from New York. There are myriad indirect options into Casablanca depending on your start point. There are return direct flights from Marrakech to major airports across the UK and Europe, though currently there are no direct flights between Marrakech and North America, so you'll need to transit en route, depending on your carrier.

Day 1

Hotel · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 2

Hotel · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 3

Hotel · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 4

Riad · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 5

Riad · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 6

Berber Camp · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 7 – Day 8

Hotel · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 9

Hotel · Twin share

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

Day 10

Breakfast

Lunch

Dinner

What is the food like?

Moroccan food is a unique blend of sweet and savoury flavours. Local specialities include tagine (a stew cooked in an earthenware pot), couscous and pastilla (flaky pastries stuffed with meat and dusted with cinnamon and sugar). Food is often softly spiced with cumin, turmeric and ginger. Breakfast will usually feature bread, jams, cookies, fruit, juice, coffee and milk. Dinner will usually include soup, a classic Moroccan tagine, couscous, olives, nuts and fruit.

Vegetarians, vegans and other dietary requirements and allergies can be catered for - please just request this on your passenger information form.

What is the accommodation like?

Casablanca

On your first night of the trip, you'll usually stay at the 3-star Al Walid hotel in Casablanca in twin-share rooms with en suite bathrooms. The hotels has free WiFi, a restaurant, a bar and a gym.

Hotel Ziryab in Chefchaoen, Morocco.
Chefchaouen

In the Blue City, you'll stay at Hotel Ziryab, a beautiful hotel in the heart of Chefchaouen. It has a restaurant and café serving traditional Moroccan and international dishes, a terrace with panoramic views of the medina and a pool. You'll stay in twin-share rooms with ensuite bathrooms.

Fes

In Fès you'll spend two nights at either the Riad Al Makan or the Riad El Yacout, both of which are stunning and are positioned in the medina. They each have a sun terrace overlooking the old town, plus a spa, with optional massage services and a range of treatments available. You'll stay in twin-share rooms with ensuite bathrooms.

Sahara Desert

Beneath the clear starry skies of the Sahara Desert, you'll stay at Sunny Luxury Camp, a family-run Berber camp nestled in the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Each of the luxury tents has authentic decor, modern toilets and showers. You'll enjoy warm and friendly Moroccan hospitality throughout the camp, with traditional teas and cakes and a campfire at night.

Todra Gorge

You'll spend two nights at Hotel Taborihte, an authentic kasbah full of history and charm. Set on the edge of the beautiful Todra Gorge, this charming accommodation features simple but clean rooms with comfortable beds and private bathrooms with hot-water showers. The hotel's location gives great access to the gorge and the views from the swimming pool and terrace are stunning.

Red Hotel, Marrakech, Morocco, Twin Room, Hotel Website
Marrakech

Your final night of the trip in Marrakech is spent at the modern 4-star Red Hotel in Marrakech, or similar. This hotel offers WiFi access in all areas and twin-share rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Guests can also enjoy the hotel swimming pool.

Upgrades

For solo travellers looking for their own space, an optional private room and tent can be booked for an extra charge, see Optional Extras for the price. Please request this at the time of booking (this is subject to availability).

This trip has been rated as Easy

This is a light physical adventure. While there are some active activities, few are particularly strenuous. The longest hike is a 12km distance with 400m elevation gain and loss which is suitable for anyone with basic fitness levels, and capable of walking for a few hours. There are plenty of stops with a long picnic and rest at the falls to relax and recharge for the hike back down. Your rock climbing instructor will talk you through how to start, so no prior experience is needed here, just a sense of adventure. All physical activities can also be opted out of if you're not keen on giving them a go.

What if i need to skip an activity?

All physical activities can also be opted out of if you're not keen on giving them a go.

What will I need to carry?

You'll need to have a larger bag suitable for all your belongings which will be transported for you, and then a small daysack to carry personal items during each day of exploring.

Morocco has a sub-tropical climate with temperatures between 18°C and 28°C, although they can soar to 35°C in the summer and fall to as low as 5°C in the winter. However, the weather varies from region to region due to the country's geographical setting. The eastern and southern regions are very dry and hot all year round as they are surrounded by the scorching Sahara Desert, while the Atlas Mountains, which snake from south to north and divide the country in half, make the climate in the centre more extreme with unforgiving heat in the summer and freezing temperatures in the winter. This trip visits a big variety of Morocco's climatic regions which makes for a trip perfect for tackling any time of year.

Verity D.(December 2024)
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!
Fast-Paced, but Rewarding Adventure!

My sister and I really enjoyed our 10-day trip across Morocco! We loved the variety of locations, activities, and opportunities to immerse ourselves in the culture (we especially loved the desert camp in the Sahara). Our group and guide were fantastic, which made the trip that much more enjoyable and memorable. We'll be talking about it for years to come!

Hilary P.(December 2024)
I was excited to join

I was excited to join on this adventure. I looked over all the photos and read the itinerary several times imagining how amazing it would be but, I must say, the actual trip far exceeded my expectations. Not only was it a great mix of different kinds of activities and places in Morocco but there were so many more little things I was delighted by like stopping on the roadside to get the first oranges of the season, the van filling with the smell of fresh citrus, seeing monkeys or eating fresh baked cookies out of a wood fired oven after a long hike. Hamid was a gracious, enthusiastic tour guide who went over-and-beyond to make our trip fun, enlightening and connective. He was more than happy to answer any questions about his culture, teach us Arabic, help with handicraft purchases and even order a birthday cake! I always felt safe and comfortable and absolutely fell in love with the land and people of Morocco. I will definitely be looking at more Much Better Adventures and I will be back to Morocco. The only thing I did not like was having to leave at the end. I wanted to buy a motorcycle and 20 sheep and stay forever. That sentiment speaks to just how well curated and facilitated this trip was.

Andrea S.(December 2024)
Memorable adventure - book this trip!
Memorable adventure - book this trip!
Memorable adventure - book this trip!
Memorable adventure - book this trip!

This was an amazing trip. Thank you to our knowledgeable and thoughtful guide, Hamid, and our driver, who orchestrated our tour experience across Morocco. The changing landscapes, culture, buildings and scenery were awesome. Some of the journeys were long but definitely manageable as they were interspersed by genuinely enjoyable authentic experiences which I was grateful to have had. Everyone in the group got along just fine and we moved around the minibus on each trip so everyone could enjoy the front seats. The treks were doable and enjoyable. The desert and camel ride was a memorable experience. Morocco is a wonderful country which I very much hope I can visit again soon.

Jacqueline d.(December 2024)
Good trip hotels nice food

Good trip hotels nice food ok needs a bit of atmosphere while on the mini bus because of the long journeys

Olga S.(December 2024)
Beautiful journey through Morocco
Beautiful journey through Morocco
Beautiful journey through Morocco

This trip was exactly what I imagined it to be and more, having wanted to visit Morocco for many years. It covered everything from stunning views, beautiful outdoors, moderate activities, history, culture and let's not forget about food! I felt safe and well looked after throughout the trip by the guide Hamid and the driver Mustafa.

We stayed in a variety of accommodations including a riad in Fes which was my favourite. I wasn't confident I would be able to do well at the rock climbing but it turned out to be probably the best activity we did thanks to the great organisation and a lot of support from my travel companions.

I'm really pleased that MBA opted to showcase the lesser known parts of Morocco at the expense of Marrakech which, in my opinion, faded in comparison to a much more authentic Fes. I felt like I truly got a good taste of what this country is about and I'll be keen to return in the near future.

Definitely recommend!

Lorraine W.(November 2024)

Lots of adventure. . . lovely. . . quiet guide. . . . felt very safe with our driver. . . . would recommend this trip. . .

Tom(November 2024)
Excellent trip

Redouane was an excellent guide and the trip to the Sahara was absolutely incredible

Angela L.(November 2024)
Brilliant trip. Redouane was an excellent
Brilliant trip. Redouane was an excellent

Brilliant trip. Redouane was an excellent Guide and really took care of us. He was incredibly patient and calm. His advice was in valuable and his knowledge and connections really helped the trip run smoothly. Very diverse experiences with many highlights eg the Sahara, rock climbing and hiking. It is rated as easy but you do have to be relatively fit to get the most out of the trip. A trip of a lifetime for me. Brilliant and thanks Redouane.

Emma C.(August 2024)
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!
An extraordinary adventure!!

Wow! Where do I start?! This trip is unbelievable! Before I launch into superlatives however, I will say 2 things....1 - There's a LOT of travelling (so make sure youre prepared for this and you're with a good group who understand the need for a leg stretch!) And 2 - it is NOT easy! The hikes are hard, the paths are a bit scrambly & you have to be reasonably fit (be ready to walk/trek about 10k in the Atlas mountains for example!) But that's it - with those warnings aside, the trip was stunning, fun, friendly, exciting and every day really was a learning day! Every single day was a highlight and Mohammed (our trip leader and guide) and Samir (driver) were incredible too! I couldn't recommend more! Thank you MBA - I'll be back for more trips soon for sure!

Brian W.(August 2024)
Amazing

This was an amazing blend of some traditional Moroccan tourism/culture combined with some active days.

By the end of the trip we truly had all bonded. The mountain hike was gorgeous. The desert hike was gorgeous. The ravine hike and mountain biking were so fun. Our guide and driver were amazing.

Kirsty M.(July 2024)
Life Changing!

This trip was everything that I hoped it would be. Our guide, Mohammed, went above and beyond from the minute we arrived and his love for his country shone through. With Mohammed showing us his Morocco we were able to experience things that would not have been accessible travelling independently. Although the itinerary was jam packed, it did not feel restrictive. There were some long travel days, but these were broken up with stops at stunning locations and were needed to cover the ground that we did. Morocco is a truly beautiful country, from the medinas to the ancient ruins to the desert, with the most delicious food I've tasted. I can't wait to go back!

Sally M.(July 2024)
Beyond Amazing
Beyond Amazing
Beyond Amazing
Beyond Amazing
Beyond Amazing
Beyond Amazing
Beyond Amazing
Beyond Amazing
Beyond Amazing

What a truly magical adventure. Our guide was so kind, humble, knowledgeable and nothing was ever too much. Our driver was also brilliant, always kept is safe, we had lots of breaks and care was give. Our group had a good mix of age and characters. I highly recommend this trip. Only other thing to say is that i do a lot of hiking and I think the desert hike should not be graded as easy. A lot if people in my group struggled, especially with the heat and then hiking in the dark. So maybe that bit of the trip should be made clearer for those with poor fitness or no hiking experience.

Miranda B.(June 2024)
A great way to see Morocco

This amazing trip allows you to see a lot of Morocco in a reasonable amount of time. As other reviews have said, there is a lot of driving, but the minibus was comfortable, and I was with a great group who made the driving time fly by 🫶:skin-tone-2: (we were only five people). The hotels were all excellent, and the balance between guided tours and downtime was just right. I particularly enjoyed the camel ride to our tents in the desert!

This is definitely an 'Easy' trip, with only one hike, one mostly flat walk, and optional rock climbing, so it felt much more like a holiday than an adventure. However, the sights we saw and the delicious food we ate made up for the reduced number of physical activities.

Our guide was really friendly and very flexible, which made the trip more relaxed and easy-going. I will be going back to Morocco in the future, and would definitely do a MBA trip again 😊

Elizabeth W.(May 2024)
The trip was a great

The trip was a great way to see so much of Morocco - a good balance of exploring cities and nature. There was a lot of driving but that was the only way we'd fit so much in 10 days!

Chen Z.(April 2024)
A memorable trip!

This is a well designed and organised trip. As much as possible of the variety of the culture and landscape, the historical sites and natural wonders were showed to us within a limited 9 days. I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone who wants to have a comprehensive and initial understanding of this beautiful country, and will take it as a good starting point for any future indulging in.

Our guide Hamid and driver Abdul were undoubtedly the key factor of this successful and memorable trip. Their professionalism, kindness, and rich knowledge (may I emphasis all the absolutely delicious restaurants we were recommended to?) made all the lovely time we enjoyed. Very grateful for their help and efforts during the trip.

Christopher W.(April 2024)
An excellent tour - thanks!

The guide Hamid and driver were both excellent, friendly, well organised and very keen to make everything as smooth and hassle free as possible. I've been to Morocco three times before but this was easily the most authentic and varied. There was a good highlight everyday. Included meals were good. Good places were also recommended / booked for self funded meals. Some breakfasts were basic. Very good value overall. Do consider spending extra time in Marrakesh at the end. Some days have long drives, but they were definitely worth it.

Carolyn O.(April 2024)
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!
A beautiful trip!

I recommend this trip very highly, it's a wonderful introduction to a country well worth seeing. As a relatively unfit person, I appreciated the balance of physical activity with cultural excursions and opportunities to learn about Morocco's rich history and art traditions. The hikes were a challenge for a city walker, but our guide was willing to hold my hand all the way down a mountain whenever I felt unsteady.

I can't overstate how much the successful chemistry of this trip owes to our guide Hamid and driver Abdul, who couldn't have been lovelier. They were generous with their time and energy, warm, fun, professional, gracious and extremely patient. Hamid's long experience as a guide really comes across, as does the thought he's put into positioning us in the tourism ecosystem to best support communities worth investing in, like master craftswomen keeping traditional arts alive. I felt totally safe in their care, and enriched by Hamid's palpably sincere love of a beautiful country. I'm grateful that the way it was shared with us offered opportunities for insight and deeper exchange that I wouldn't have found on my own, or with a tour catering to tastes for lesser complexity.

No moment was wasted – even my getting overheated and skipping the Sahara camel ride led to a thrilling jeep ride over the Erg Chebbi dunes that turned me into a born-again dune buggy person at 39. Video by Hamid, seen here checking in on me while getting some good IG content on my behalf without being asked, like the gifted host he is.

This trip is amazing value and I would recommend it to anyone. I'm grateful for our hosts' care in striking the balance between trust and autonomy that adventure is made of. Absorbing some of Morocco's warmth has been a joy.

Jamie F.(April 2024)
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This trip was fantastic, I had not expected to be blown away by the beauty of Morocco, it's vastly different landscapes, the friendly people and the sights. Thanks to our wonderful Guides (Hamid & Abdul) who were such great ambassadors for their country. They were the backbone of a truly wonderful experience and made every activity in an action packed schedule flow smoothly, two absolute gents.

Pippa W.(January 2024)
Off the beaten track

Such a great & well planned trip through parts of Morocco I'd never have discovered alone. Days alternated between activity and travel.

We covered a lot of ground but with changing landscapes, lots of well-chosen stops and a great guide and driver (thanks, Mo & Slimane!) it never felt like too much travelling.

The tour took us properly off the beaten track - I particularly loved the hammam where the local kids were agog at tourists. And the additional guides we had in Fes and Volubilis were so informative and entertaining.

Mo went out of his way to accommodate different requests, and was super considerate and thoughtful.

Recommended!

Leon(January 2024)
If i booked this trip

If i booked this trip individually I would have missed out on so much Morocco has to offer. From Chefcauon,Fez medina's and travelling to the desert. There was a lot of driving but seeing the sights made up for it !

Kat C.(January 2024)
Wonderful adventure
Wonderful adventure
Wonderful adventure
Wonderful adventure

This really is a great adventure to some of the highlights of Morocco and particularly to some of the off the beaten track places and people you'd rarely find on your own. This was my 4th time in Morocco but it definitely felt like the most authentic trip and I learned a lot.

Our guide/host, Mo, was fabulous. Knowledgeable, considerate and enthusiastic about his country and wanting you to have the best trip possible. Our driver, Sliman, was also great. We covered so many kilometres but he did them all so carefully and patiently, with a smile on his face.

There was a lot of driving involved, but it never felt like as many hours as it actually was because they are clever with stops and breaking up the driving days with the high activity days. And if you want to see the breadth and depth of places you do on this trip you're going to have to cover a few kilometres.

We couldn't do the rock climbing due to weather/temperature which at first I was a little disappointed about, but we were given options for alternative things to do and the lunch that formed part of the option we chose, at a Berber house, was the best meal we had (and all the meals were very good!).

Highly recommend this trip if you want a mix of activity, culture, good food and sightseeing.

Liz(December 2023)

Trip of a lifetime!

Liz(December 2023)
Our trip to Morocco was

Our trip to Morocco was INCREDIBLE. We saw so much of the country, met some fantastic people and had some amazing experiences. Can’t recommend enough and the value for money was outstanding.

Alasdair(December 2023)
Fantastic time away with an

Fantastic time away with an awesome group, and one of the best local guides. Some long days in the minibus, but worth it to get to places you would normally never visit. The Sahara is mesmerising.

Dan(December 2023)
Jana(December 2023)
The perfect blend of fun

The perfect blend of fun adventures (rock climbing, hiking) and gorgeous cities. Lots of driving but you get through a lot - it really is the ultimate tour of Morocco! Encourage shopping in Chefchaouen instead of Fes. I disagree with them offering a camel ride in the Sahara as it's generally considered a form of animal cruelty to ride animals for tourism. Mo and Ismail were phenomenal, as were our local guides. Loved it!

Laura(October 2023)

Fantastic group and host

Katrina(October 2023)
Overall, I had a great time on this trip. T...
Overall, I had a great time on this trip. T...
Overall, I had a great time on this trip. T...
Overall, I had a great time on this trip. T...

Overall, I had a great time on this trip. There are a few things I’d change or suggest but it was made up for by having a lot of off-the-beaten-path experiences we probably would have never had traveling on our own.

Nicola(January 2023)
Fantastic trip allowing me to see the best...
Fantastic trip allowing me to see the best...

Fantastic trip allowing me to see the best Morocco has to offer. Perfect mix of activities and sightseeing. Accommodations were top notch especially glamping in the Sahara!

Salena(December 2022)
Amazing experience that’s truly “off the be...
Amazing experience that’s truly “off the be...
Amazing experience that’s truly “off the be...
Amazing experience that’s truly “off the be...

Amazing experience that’s truly “off the beaten path”. Perfect balance of outdoor, physical activity and true tourism / cultural experiences. There was just enough physical activity to feel active and energised but still plenty of other activities to make it feel like a vacation. Hamid (the guide) was funny, friendly, knowledgeable, and open which really brought the group together. Overall highly recommended.

Itinerary Activities

  • Guided walk around the blue city of Chefchaouen
  • Guided hike to Akchour Falls in the Rif Mountains
  • Visit to the ruins of Berber-Roman city of Volubilis
  • Guided hike to the holy town of Moulay Idriss
  • Guided tour of Fès
  • Visit the Mosque of Kairouine
  • Roadtrip to the Sahara
  • Guided hike in the Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Visit Ksar El Khorobat
  • 2hr introductory rock climbing session
  • Guided hike through Todra Gorge
  • Hammam experience at a bathhouse in Todra
  • Visit to Ait Ben Haddou
  • Roadtrip through the Atlas Mountains to Marrakech

Guides

  • Expert, local, English-speaking main guide
  • Plus specialist guides in Akchour, Fes and Todra

Accommodation

  • 4 nights in hotels
  • 4 nights in cosy riads
  • 1 unforgettable night glamping under the Saharan stars

Meals

  • 9 tasty breakfasts
  • 2 packed lunches
  • 4 traditional Moroccan dinners

Transfers

  • Arrival transfers from Casablanca Airport any time on Day 1
  • Departure transfers to Marrakech Airport any time on Day 10
  • All transfers during the trip

Equipment

  • Rock climbing gear

Our trips are hassle-free by design. We include all the activities and equipment, as well as many of the meals, so you can simply rock up with your rucksack and share the adventure with your new pals.

Travel to and from the trip

Our trips do not include flights, trains or other travel to the start point and back from the end point.

Tips

Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion but there is an expectation to tip for good service. Your guide will help with advice, however we suggest the below as a guideline per person:

  • 50 MAD per person, per day

Of course, you are free to tip more or less, and the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality - a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

Personal Expenses

You know your own spending habits best, so please budget an appropriate amount for things like optional meals and drinks, shopping, optional activities, and laundry.

Travel insurance

Travel insurance is compulsory for all of our adventures and you are required to provide your policy information before departing. Your insurance should include adequate protection for overseas medical treatment, evacuation/repatriation, your baggage and equipment and the specific activities involved on your adventure. We also strongly recommend it includes cancellation and curtailment insurance, should you be unable to join your trip for specific reasons such as illness. Our recommended travel insurance provider is Campbell Irvine, as their insurance offers all of the above.

Visas

Visa requirements often change, and you are responsible for obtaining any required visas for this trip. Please check with your nearest embassy or consulate for up-to-date advice.

Enjoy 12.5% Off Outdoor Gear

In need of a few more items? All bookings receive a 12.5% discount to use at Cotswold Outdoor, Snow + Rock and Runner's Need.

What's included?

  • All equipment for rock climbing

What do I need to bring?

BAGS

  • Soft overnight duffel bag or rucksack
  • Small daypack (15+ litres)

CLOTHES

  • Breathable wicking layers with some stretch for hiking and climbing (shorts, leggings and t-shirts are all fine)
  • Fleece jacket or similar
  • Lightweight long sleeve top for sun/wind protection
  • Casual clothes for hot/warm weather
  • Buff or neckscarf
  • Scarf/something to cover shoulders for women
  • Swimwear
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunhat
  • Underwear and socks
  • Something to sleep in
  • Hiking boots or shoes (worn-in)
  • Sandals and/or casual shoes (for leisure time, non technical)
  • Socks and an additional warm layer for cool/cold evenings from November-March

OTHER

  • Universal travel plug adapter
  • Power bank or solar charger
  • Passports (and visas)
  • Travel insurance documents
  • Ear plugs
  • Suncream
  • Personal first-aid kit (inc. blister treatment)
  • Personal items (biodegradable toiletries, sanitary wear etc.)
  • Alcohol hand-gel
  • Reusable water bottle (x1 litre)
  • Energy bars and snacks - read our article on Best Hiking Snacks
  • Face mask
  • Lip balm
*Requests for optional extras can be made after booking on your “My Bookings” page

2024 Post trip accommodation in Marrakech (Double/twin room)

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2024 Post trip accommodation in Marrakech (Double/twin room)

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2024 Post trip accommodation in Marrakech (Single room)

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2024 Post trip accommodation in Marrakech (Single room)

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2024 Pre trip accommodation in Casablanca (Double/twin room)

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2024 Pre trip accommodation in Casablanca (Double/twin room)

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2024 Pre trip accommodation in Casablanca (Single room)

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2024 Pre trip accommodation in Casablanca (Single room)

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2025 Post trip accommodation in Marrakech (Double/twin room)

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2025 Post trip accommodation in Marrakech (Double/twin room)

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2025 Post trip accommodation in Marrakech (Single room)

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2025 Post trip accommodation in Marrakech (Single room)

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2025 Pre trip accommodation in Casablanca (Double/twin room)

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2025 Pre trip accommodation in Casablanca (Double/twin room)

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2025 Pre trip accommodation in Casablanca (Single room)

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2025 Pre trip accommodation in Casablanca (Single room)

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2024 Optional Private Room Upgrade

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2024 Optional Private Room Upgrade

2025 Optional Private Room Upgrade

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2025 Optional Private Room Upgrade

Private airport transfer - Casablanca airport to accommodation

Payable Before Departure

Private airport transfer - Casablanca airport to accommodation

Private airport transfer - Marrakech accommodation to airport

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Private airport transfer - Marrakech accommodation to airport

We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity.

What's the number?
It works out on average at 625kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, guides, staff and office operations.

The only thing it doesn’t include right now is flights and travel to the destination. We do make an overall estimate across all our customers separately, but as we don’t book flights, have customers from all corners of the world, and no way of reliably knowing their travel plans, we simply can’t include an individual number in the figure on display here. We’ve got a goal to fix that, so that when you book, there is a way to measure and mitigate the carbon emitted by your flight too.

But what does the number mean?
Yep, hard to picture eh? To give you an idea:

  • Driving 1000miles/1609km would be approx. 281kg of CO2 in an average car (or 140.5kg per person if there was 2 of you in it).
  • A return economy class flight London - New York would be approx. 1,619kg (1.66 tonnes) per person.
  • 10 trees in a temperate forest are estimated to remove approx. 250kg of CO2 from the air in a period of 5-10 years.

What are we doing about it?
Our trips are relatively low-carbon by design, and we're working with all our hosts to develop long term carbon reduction plans. We partner with the World Land Trust to ensure this trip achieves Net-Zero emissions. We also support their Buy an Acre programme, helping local communities to buy and protect natural habitats in perpetuity, ensuring the protection of the reserve and its wildlife.

Want to know more?
Amazingly, no international travel company has ever publicly published their carbon measurements before, as far as we know. We believe that must change, quickly. So we’re openly sharing the method we used in the hope that other companies will be able to more easily follow suit and build on what we've done so far. You'll find it all here.

Tips are not included in the trip cost. These are entirely at your discretion but there is an expectation to tip for good service. Your guide will help with advice, however we suggest the below as a guideline per person:

50 MAD per person, per day

Of course, you are free to tip more or less, and the amount should be reflective of your perception of service and quality - a tip is not compulsory and should only be given when you receive excellent service.

Tap water in Morocco is not safe to drink for travellers. The tour vehicle will have a large vat of water that you are able to top your water bottles up from. Most hotels will also provide safe drinking water so single-use water bottles should not be needed. Please bring your own reusable water bottle to fill up throughout the trip.

As this trip starts in one city and ends in another, it's not logistically suitable to leave your luggage in Casablanca at the beginning. The tour vehicle will transport your luggage between each point of the trip.

Ramadan will take place from 28th Februrary to 30th March 2025. The national holiday of Eid ul-Fitr will follow for 2-3 days. Ramadan is an Islamic festival where the religious do not eat or drink during daylight hours. While this is a really interesting time to travel, especially to witness celebrations where the fast is broken in the evenings, you can expect some business hours will be shortened, alcohol is not permitted during daylight hours and some restaurants will be closed during this festival period. Activities for local people tend to be limited during the day and the nights are very active in cities with lots of different foods being sold and consumed. Ramadan will not affect the inclusions on your trip although you should be aware that dinners will be served after locals break their fast in the evenings.

This trip visits locations where daytime temperatures can be extremely high during the times of year when this trip operates. High humidity and limited access to shade can also be factors, and warm temperatures can continue into the nighttime, which additionally influence the body’s ability to cool down. Personal care should be taken to keep cool as best possible in the conditions, such as wearing appropriate clothing and proper hydration. Very high temperatures can impair an individual’s physical abilities to perform an activity that they may otherwise be able to do competently at cooler temperatures. People may experience symptoms associated with dehydration and Heat Stroke. Your guide(s) are trained to mitigate the risks associated with high temperatures, by carefully managing the intensity of the activity, and to provide the appropriate support response should someone feel ill during the trip. Should you experience health issues during your trip you should inform your guide immediately so the proper care can be provided.

Sure can! Over 70% of our travellers travel solo, it’s a great way to meet like-minded people.

Our team of Adventure Hunters co-create exclusive adventures which are run by highly vetted, specialist hosts. The trip is run by our trusted host partner in the destination. We only work with independent, local, in-destination experts who know the very best places to explore and how to stay safe. Read more information about the local teams we partner with. You’ll be introduced to the host straight after making a booking via the Much Better Adventures platform.

Much Better Adventures refer to the UK Government’s official travel advice when designing trips and monitoring trip operations. We recommend that all customers are familiar with the practical information provided on the Government’s FCDO website, where current travel advice can be found by searching for the applicable destination(s).

For customers joining this trip from other international destinations – please also read the official travel advice applicable to your country of residence/origin, as this may differ.

We recommend checking out the country-specific information and also talking to a travel nurse.

We automatically convert prices from the local currency that a host receives to your chosen currency. We update our exchange rates on a daily basis so this does mean that prices displayed on the site are subject to currency fluctuations, which is why you may see them change over time.

If you wish to change the currency you pay in, head to the bottom of the page.

All of our group adventures are specially designed for adults to enjoy (18+) as we want these adventures to bring together outdoorsy people who are truly like-minded. Children can be accommodated on some private departures.

You're always in good company on one of our adventures.

Our trips are typically made up of a mixture of solo travellers and small groups of 2 or 3 friends, with most in their 30s-50s.

Our sociable adventures are solo-friendly by design and naturally attract outdoorsy people with a shared mindset; a love for adventure, a desire to push themselves and meet awesome, like-minded people along the way.

It’s this camaraderie that has so often turned a great adventure into a life-changing one.

Don't just take our word for it:

  • 95% of people rate the group dynamics on our trips 5/5
  • 90% of people recommend joining a trip to make new friends
  • 75% of people have met people on our trips that they would now consider friends

See here for more info about the Much Better Adventures tribe.

Interested in a more exclusive experience? Opt for a 'Private Group' through the dates and prices tab to book this adventure for just you and your chosen companions.

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DEPARTURE DATES

February 2025

Friday 14th February 2025

to Sunday 23rd February 2025
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