THE COASTAL ATLANTIC :

the unlimited...sea, sand and surf country

The coastal stretch bears the marks of civilization ranging from prehistoric to the colonial to the entirely contemporary. Contrasting markedly with the placid waters of Morocco’s Mediterranean coast, this long coastline is interspersed with simple white Koubbas, domes for Muslim saints’ tombs and scattered tiny fishing villages of extreme beauty and peacefulness. In spring the top of hills bloom with irises, calendula, poppies and mustards. While in summer , Moroccans rush to fill the beaches , the waterfront thrives with sun-tanned bodies .With autumn come breathtaking sunsets over the Atlantic .Winter , when it rains , Morocco sees its first brilliant green and winds bring exceptionally high tides and huge waves that break on jagged rocks and shoot spray to the tops of the cliffs. A real paradise for surfers! The climate remains generally moderate throughout: when it is cold inland, the coast enjoys relative warmth; and when the landlocked regions bake in the summer sun, the sea breeze cools the coast.. Coastal roads on the other side invite to venture beyond the country’s big center to explore seaside Medinas and bask in the breezy sunshine.

Sun,sand and surf :

steering clear of the main tourists areas , this holiday offers that very special magic of the Atlantic - small simple fishing villages tucked away along the coast and Atlas mountains,isolated beaches, secluded ergs and Saharan dunes. We plan to hike the south of Essaouira, Mirleft and Tantan and meander along the warm south-west coastal Beaches, staying in villages , enjoying the simple life of undisclosed hamlets and fabulous seafood.

Itinerary:

• Day1-2 :Essaouira’s coastal walk
• Day 3: Transfer- Massa Parc- Mirleft
• Day 4: walk over the southern beaches
• Day 5: transfer to Tan tan
• Day 6: day trip to Dakhla
• Day 7: desert expedition/ overnight camp
• Day 8-9: explore Dakhla’s laguna and southern beaches/ surfing & Kite lessons
• Day 10: flight back to Marrakech .

details :

Mid - range to comfortable	vehicle insured	Activities: camel / riding / walking	Accommodation: riad, gite d’etape, hotel, camping.	Assistance: Driver and Guide
Weather: Seasonal	wild camping	Joining: Marrakech	Transport: 4x4	Period: September / June

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Coastal camel trails :

Moving with our caravans on the seaside of the Atlantic lying between Agadir and Essaouira exploring the fishing villages, argan forest and the inland treasures of the southwest, we head towards the magic town of Mogador for some time of relaxation

itinerary :

• Day1:SidiKaouki, -d’Aghbalou,
• Day3 d’Iftane,
• Day4: Tafelna. overnight near the surrounding dunes.
• Day 5 : explore the surrounding villages.
• Day 6-7: Half day in Essaouira. Transfer to Marrakech
• Day 8 : explore the red city.

details :

Mid - range to comfortable	vehicle insured	Activities: camel / riding / walking	Accommodation: Riad, gite d’etape, hotel, camping.	Assistance: Driver and Guide
Weather: Seasonal	wild camping	Joining: Marrakech	Transport: 4x4	Period: September / June

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The western shores :

The western reaches are host to numerous oases villages, bird lagunas and small towns each with lush and flowery valleys and fresh seafood in abundance. The High or anti Atlas perched hamlets are never far away from where we go to. The sea also touches the great dunes of the Sahara where undisclosed parts are paradise for some extraordinary diverse wildlife and social encounters. These dramatic landscapes offer some of Morocco best seafood in the whole country .

itinerary :

• Day1: drive from Casablanca to El jadida
• Day2: explore the laguna birds
• Day3: drive to Essaouira via Safi
• Day4: explore Mogador, Sidi Kawki
• Day5: Drive to Imouzzar & ballad
• Day6/7: Tafrawt and surroundings
• Day8: Mirleft- Goulnim- Tantan
• Day9/ 10: Dakhla and surroundings.
• Day 11: Fly back to Agadir or Marrakech.

details :

Mid - range to comfortable	vehicle insured	Activities: camel / riding / walking	Accommodation: Riad, gite d’etape, hotel, camping.	Assistance: Driver and Guide
Weather: Seasonal	wild camping	Joining: Marrakech	Transport: 4x4	Period: September / June

For those who seek for more exciting short breaks to the atlantic coast click on Coast Short Breaks