Climb, Surf and Yoga in Morocco

Fly into the colourful city of Marrakech and head to your traditional riad in the historic medina. Spend the day exploring the souk and the unforgettable main square, the ever-changing show that is the Jemaa el-Fnaa – a place that’s been beguiling and entertaining travellers for centuries. Finish the day meeting your crew over dinner to hear all about the adventure ahead.

Rise bright and early for your road trip across Morocco. Passing through the Atlas Mountains, you'll pause at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou for a quick look around and to grab some lunch. The journey then continues all the way to the limestone cliffs of Todra Gorge, a natural oasis with a river running through the middle and a dense 'palmeraie' (date palm forest) on either side.

You'll have a briefing this morning with your climbing guide and get set up with your kit before heading on foot to the entrance of the gorge. The 400m near-vertical red rock cliffs are a climber's mecca, with plenty of routes available for total novices as well as advanced climbers to progress along. You'll spend the day getting to grips with the equipment and your technique before heading back to the guesthouse late afternoon. After a bit of time to chill, there'll be a pre-dinner yoga class to limber up and stretch out. Dinner will be a social and hearty affair.

Building on the skills you learned yesterday, you'll hit some new routes as you start to get a feel for the rocks and the surroundings. You'll be climbing in an area with some shade so there's plenty of downtime if needed – and of course, a picnic lunch when you're ready or a quick walk to the local village to grab anything else you fancy. Heading back to the guesthouse late afternoon you'll again have another yoga class on the roof as the sun sets. This is the perfect way to relax before dinner; the rooftop is also a relaxing place to hang out and star-gaze at the end of the day.

Switch your climbing shoes for hiking boots today as you set off on a 10km loop of the gorge. Passing goat-herders, wandering donkeys and nomadic locals along the way, you'll follow the path to a plateau with 360° views across the Atlas Mountains. Back at the guesthouse, it's time to head to Merzouga. You'll travel partly by private bus or car and partly by 4x4 desert truck to reach your luxury camp in the dunes. There'll be time for a bit of sandboarding before a relaxing sunset yoga session. Dinner is served in one of the open tents, with the vastness and silence of the desert providing a dramatic backdrop.

Get up pre-dawn to capture a magical sunrise over the Sahara. You'll have a gentle yoga class in the early morning rays to energise for the day, before heading back to Todra Gorge, where it's time to experience Morocco's only via ferrata and be rewarded with epic views. You'll follow an iron-railed route and be clipped in with a harness – although it might feel scary, you're very safe! There is the option to challenge yourself further by taking on a short but exposed wire bridge, the ultimate adrenaline fix. Head back to the guesthouse for a traditional Moroccan feast.

Up bright and early to continue your road trip across the country – this time heading west, following the Atlas Mountain range to the golden coastline of Taghazout. You'll stop along the way to stretch your legs and grab some lunch – take the opportunity to look out for the famous goats up the argan trees, enjoying the higher leaves. Arrive in time for dinner at your surf camp in Tamraght.

Dive into the world of surfing, whether you're a beginner or looking to finesse your skills, guided by our seasoned instructors. Spend your morning catching waves in the glistening blue waters, framed by vibrant red hills. Fuelled by north Atlantic groundswells, these waves travel a long way to create the epic conditions that Taghazout and its surroundings are known for – think sandy-bottomed, beginner-friendly waves to long, glassy point breaks. After a picnic lunch on the beach (and maybe a nap in the shade) paddle back out for some more surf, heading back to your riad when the sun gets lower in the sky to shower off the salt. Stretch out your muscles with a sunset yoga session, and then head to dinner at your riad.

Kick off your day with a relaxed breakfast in the riad's tranquil courtyard, then head out to another legendary local surf spot (your host will drive you to the best beach for the day’s conditions, so you will always have prime waves to catch). Build on the skills you learnt the day before with two hours of surf coaching, followed by a picnic lunch on the beach. After lunch, take a beautiful ride along the Atlantic coastline, arriving at the sand dunes where your guide will provide a brief introduction to sandboarding and demonstrate how to ride the board. Experience the thrill as you glide down the dunes with the majestic ocean as your backdrop. Back at the riad, wind down with a mellow post-surf yoga sesh and a delicious dinner. It's all about good vibes and good times!

Get ready to catch some waves! Your surf buddy will lead the way to today's surf spot, kicking off with a solid two-hour lesson. After that, take a break and enjoy a picnic lunch right on the beach. The afternoon is yours to either perfect your newfound skills or simply kick back and relax. Then head back to your riad for a laid-back post-surf yoga session and a delicious final dinner.

Time to say goodbye to the sea and your new friends with a short transfer to Agadir – just 30 minutes from Taghazout – for your flight home.