Undiscovered Atlas

• Five nights of wild camping, two nights in three-star hotels
• Five days of point-to-point walking
• Altitude maximum: 8,303ft (2,531m); average: 6,004ft (1,830m)
• Travel by private minibus
• Group normally 6 to 16, plus leader. Minimum age: 16

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.

For winter treks, the days are usually warm (above 20C/68F) in Agadir and Taroudant while the nights can be cold, with temperatures dropping to 5C (41F). Rain cannot be ruled out but is unlikely to be prolonged. On trek, the days should be warm (15C-20C/59F-68F) with clear skies, but the nights are generally cold and sometimes drop below freezing. On the high ridges and summits there is often snow but not normally enough to stop us walking. Very occasionally, snow has been known at lower altitudes but it does not lie for long. For spring and autumn treks, the days are pleasant (20C-26C/68F-79F) in Agadir and Taroudant and the nights mild. Rain is infrequent. On trek, the days should be warm to hot (18C-28C/64F-82F with clear skies and strong sun) the nights will be cool (8C-18C/46F-64F). At this time of year, it is unlikely there will be snow on the higher ridges. Rain cannot be ruled out but is unlikely to be prolonged. Please note, mountain weather is always unpredictable and we may very occasionally be forced to amend the itinerary for part of the trek.

This trip is rated Activity Level 4 (Moderate/Challenging). For more on our ratings, please visit our Activity Level guidelines.

It includes five days of point-to-point walking with full porterage. The maximum altitude is 8,303ft (2,531m), with an overall average of 6,004ft (1,830m). This trek involves walking on rough trails and paths scattered with loose stones; some days are demanding although no great altitude is reached and there are no extreme temperature to contend with. Frost is possible some nights, especially between November and February.

Hotel accommodation on this trip is basic, but clean and comfortable. Wild camping is without showers, but a basic toilet block is set up. Recently, authorities have been clamping down on wild camping, despite it being perfectly legal. Therefore, we may have to move to gites on some nights.

Morocco can get cold in winter though usually daytime temperatures are mild. Pack winter clothes for November through to March when nighttime temperatures, especially in the desert and the mountains, can drop considerably. During these months, there can also be rain throughout the country and snow in the mountains. As Morocco is generally mild to hot it is not set up for colder temperatures and so there may not be heaters available. Please pack winter clothes and nightwear to ensure you are comfortable. You can also ask for more blankets at the hotels. Please be prepared for the colder months.

Ramadan is expected to run from approximately 10 March-10 April 2024 and 28 February- 29 March 2025. One of the most important periods in the Islamic calendar, it is a special time to visit a Muslim country. Each evening, the streets empty as people head home to break the fast, followed by an air of festivity upon their return. Our leaders and drivers choose to work at this time so we continue to run trips; however, their energy levels may be slightly lower than normal. Many tourist sites, restaurants and shops will have an amended schedule, but your tour leader will know how to adapt the itinerary to still experience all the inclusions on this trip and maximise your experience during this special time.