Morocco Family Vacation
Departure Dates
All Year Round
Duration
8 Days
Destinations
Morocco
Imagine a country with the charisma of Europe, the passion of Africa and the charm of the Middle East. A place where ancient cultures are intertwined with dramatic landscapes and time-worn medinas give a glimpse into imperial cities of the past. Now, the whole family can fall under Morocco’s spell on an action-packed adventure from magical Marrakech to the old pirate port of Essaouira, covering everything from camel-clad deserts to pristine beaches along the way
Why you’ll love this trip
Morocco is a real feast for the senses. Sip sweet mint tea in rural villages, see goats climbing trees in the desert, and tap your foot to traditional Berber musicians in Marrakech
Adventure into the Atlas Mountains and stay with a berber family for an insight into traditional Moroccan life.
With French, Portugese and Jewish influences, Essaouira is about as exotic as it gets. Feast on fresh-caught seafood, explore unique art galleries and be dazzled by a blue-specked townscape
Witness the magnificent rolling waves of the Atlantic ocean from the back of a camel
From Sidi Kaouki to Agadir, the Northern Atlantic coast offers many chances for quality beachside time with the family
Is this trip right for you?
A camel trek along the Atlantic Ocean (Day 5) is a highlight of the trip for many travellers. But if you’d rather not ride a camel, you can always walk alongside the camels instead. It’s a gentle, relaxing walk of about an hour each way.
The walk to the Berber homestay in the High Atlas Mountains can be hard in some places. Please talk to your leader if you would like to opt to travel on the back of a mule for this portion of the trip.
Summer temperatures in Morocco can get very hot. If you’re travelling in the warmer months, be sure to wear layers, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. Nights can get quite cold, so warm clothes are essential.
There are some long travelling days on this trip as we cover a great deal of land. The road to the High Atlas Mountains is very windy, please take this into consideration if you or your child suffer from motion sickness.
Inclusions
Included activities
Please note that these trips are for adults and children travelling together and there must be at least one child under 18 with you.
Minimum age for children on this trip is 5 years old.
A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 years and under at time of travel.
A single supplement is available on this trip with exception of Day 2 (Aroumd)
Ramadan
Ramadan is an exciting time to travel through Morocco but there are also a few things to bear in mind.
Meal times will be a lot later than you may be used to, in particular dinner. You will find restaurants will open at 7-7:30pm in the evening for dinner. Which will mean your family may not be eating dinner until 8-8:30pm. Likewise breakfast may not start until 7am.
As you travel through the countryside there will be limited small road side cafes to stop at. Your leader will pre-plan where to stop to ensure families have access to snacks and bathroom stops along the way.
Alcohol – Morocco is a Muslim country therefore alcohol is not readily available, particularly during Ramadan.
Wifi
While wifi is available in our hotels it is important to note that wifi works best in the hotel foyer and will be very slow in the rooms. An easier option may be to purchase a sim card in country to stay connected.
Detailed Itinerary
Your hotel is located just outside the city walls around the old Medina. It is about a 30-minute walk to the main square, Djemaa el Fna (or a short calesh/taxi ride). It’s also near a lot of local shops and restaurants. Settle in and relax.
- Accommodation: Hotel Gomassine or similar (1 night)
- Meals Included: There are no meals included on this day.
Perched on a rocky outcrop, the remote village of Aroumd offers stunning views across the High Atlas Mountains and a unique opportunity to experience traditional Berber culture. We spent 1 night in a family-run mountain home (gite) in Aroumd. Surrounded by the smell of woodstoves and bread, meet the host family and enjoy Berber hospitality and food.Â
NOTE: The walk from Imlil to Aroumd and further to the Sidi Chamharouch shrine requires appropriate footwear. You may choose to bring sturdy boots if you prefer so, but pair of good walking shoes with rigid and grippy sole will be sufficient.
- Accommodation: Dar Tajine or similar (1 night)
- Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We continue our drive across the high Altas mountains via the Tizi n Tast which will give you a great view of the largest plain of Sous.Â
We arrive at our accommodation for the evening in the late afternoon in time for a swim in the pool and relax.
- Accommodation: Al Mounia or similar (1 night)
- Included Activities: Armed – Bread cooking demonstration
- Optional Activities: Donkey ride – MAD100
- Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation:Â Al Mounia or similar (1 night)
- Meals Included:Â Breakfast, Dinner
Then we travel up the coast to Sidi Kaouki (approximately 4 hours). Mount a camel and ride across the expansive sand dunes, taking in the awesome scenery as you plod along. This may well be one of the highlights of your trip. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach, then board the bus again and head to Essaouira (approximately 30 minutes).Â
This delightful artists’ town is a former Portuguese trading colony and was once home to sizeable British and Jewish populations. The town faces a group of rocky islands called the Mogador and is surrounded by an expanse of sandy beaches and dunes. It’s still a busy fishing port, and its pretty harbour is filled with tiny colourful fishing boats which go out early every morning.
- Accommodation:Â Hotel Souiri or similar (1 night)
- Included Activities:Â Camel Ride, Taroudant Tannery
- Meals Included:Â Breakfast
- Accommodation:Â Hotel Souiri or similar (1 night)
- Meals Included:Â Breakfast
- Accommodation:Â Hotel Gomassine or similar (1 night)
- Included Activities: Marrakech – Guided walking tour
- Meals Included:Â Breakfast
Your trip comes to an end this morning. There are no activities planned for the final day and you are free to depart the accommodation at any time.
- Meals Included:Â Breakfast
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Schedule your complimentary planning session. Use our online scheduler to find a time that is convenient for you
Step 2
During our phone planning session, We will listen to your desires, and design custom itineraries based on your unique needs
Step 3
We will take care of all the details and ensure you have an amazing organized trip. Start packing and enjoy your stress-free
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