Undiscovered Atlas

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Day 1

Start Agadir.

Fly to Agadir; arrival at our hotel in the evening. *Standard Hotel*

Day 2

Drive to Taroudant for lunch; continue to Irghem. Trek to first campsite

We drive to Taroudant where we have a brief tour including time for a coffee in the square that is often filled with snake charmers and story tellers. We have lunch in the oasis of Tiout before continuing onto Ighrem, a copper town that has survived for centuries on its trade of pots and water urns with the Saharan caravans. It lies on a plateau near the Tizi'n'Touzlimt pass (1820m), where the road to Tata and the desert landscape meet the Anti-Atlas range. We start our trek into the mountains towards our camping spot for the evening, Tagragra No. 1, perched on a plateau the sunrise in, the morning is well worth any early night. Distance: 3 h (by vehicle) 1 1/2h walking. Alt. gain: 920m Alt. loss: 220m *Full-service Camping*

Day 3

Walk to village of Tagdicht, a long and diverse day.

A long first day as we climb over a col and then a series of spurs before entering a broad valley. After lunch we continue past an abandoned mine towards the head of the valleyeventually reaching the beautiful village of Amal. Finally we cross over a pass for the final stretch of today's walk in 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. Distance: 6 h 22KM Alt. gain: 450m Alt. loss: 250m *Full-service Camping*

Day 4

Ascent of Jebel Aklim (2531m).

Today is a steeper day's walking. We climb Jebel Aklim (2531m), one of the highest summits in the Anti-Atlas, that offers excellent views to the High Atlas as well as Jebel Siroua. The summit is reached via a high col and a series of spurs. Pausing for a scenic picnic lunch we then descending to our camp at Tagragra No.2. This area is one of the most remote in this range, yet is still surrounded by Berber villages. The valleys are full of brightly dressed women and children at the time of harvest, working in the fields. Distance: 6 1/2 h, 16KM Alt. gain: 800m Alt. loss: 900m *Full-service Camping*

Day 5

Three day complete circuit of Aklim Range with wild camping spots in various pastures. Pass through small villages and remote valleys.

We travel from Tagragra through the wonderfully remote village of Irtem. Walking through these villages, we have the real opportunity of communicating with the Berber people, enjoy their friendly conversation, (mainly through hand gestures and basic French), and gain true insight into their traditional way of life. We finally arrive at our campsite for the evening close to the village of M'dint (City of Cats). Nestled in a valley of olive groves and small trickling streams the camp site is protected from the elements and provides a peaceful resting spot. Distance: 6 h 22KM Alt. gain: 300m Alt. loss: 600m *Full-service Camping*

Day 6

Continue our trek through this stunning remote region. With a chance to swim in natural pools.

Leaving the village of 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 some local mint tea and local delicacies. We pass through ancient olive plantations and 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 camp 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. Distance: 7 h, 22KM Alt. gain: 750m Alt. loss: 650m *Full-service Camping*

Day 7

Final day in the Aklim Mountains. Drive to Taroudant.

Today offers picturesque walking through the date palms and rocky landscapes of the Anti-Atlas. We walk along a dry riverbed (wadi) before arriving at Anammer village for our final picnic lunch. In the early afternoon we transfer by mini-bus to Taroudant where we have th rest of the day free to explore the city, dubbed 'Marrakech in miniature'. There is the chance to visit the souk for some authentic Moroccan souvenirs or relax in one of the Hamman steam baths before our farewell meal. Distance: 3 h, 13KM, Alt. gain: 500m Alt. loss: 400m *Standard Hotel*

Day 8

End Agadir.

After breakfast, transfer to Agadir for our flight to London. **

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• The trip destination

  * 5 nights wild camping, 2 nights 3-star hotels with en suite rooms * 5 days point-to-point walking  * Group normally 6 to 16, plus leader. Min age 16 yrs * Altitude maximum 2531m, average 1830m * Travel by private minibus  

• Food

  Moroccan food is generally speaking, excellent. At the beginning and the end of the trek there will be the opportunity to eat in restaurants where meals are reasonably priced - kebab and bread cost only about £4 (approx. US$6.50). In main towns it is possible to find very good French and Moroccan restaurants where a meal with wine will cost anything from £20 (approx. US$30) upwards. On the trek all of the food is provided. Breakfast is likely to consist of bread with jam and other condiments as well as tea and coffee. Lunch and dinner usually sees a variety of dishes served that include seasonal fruit and vegetables as well as some meat and tinned fish as well as various rice and bean dishes. The chioce 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 as well as omelettes and vegetables. Please note that if you have any special dietary requirements you should inform the Exodus Office prior to the trip. If you have a specific medical/dietary need (i.e. coeliac or vegan) you may find it helpful to bring some items of food with you from home. Bottled water can be purchased at the beginning of the trip and the team will store this for you throughout the trek, please note however that recycling is not fully established in Morocco so plastic bottles are increasingly a waste problem. Alternatively there will also be fresh water from local springs available every morning to fill your water bottles up. This will need to be purified so please bring your own purification tablets and purify for 2 hours or as instructed on the packet. This is a popular choice to avoid purchasing plastic bottles.

• Accommodation

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