Marokko — Familiereis Atlas en Kust
Enchanting Morocco: from the Atlas, via the Sahara, to the coast.
Facilitated by Mandala Travel
- Where
- Marrakech · High Atlas · Dades & Todra gorges · Sahara · Essaouira
- How long
- 14 days
- Group
- 2–12 people
- Languages
- Dutch, English
The experience
Morocco is a country of unparalleled diversity. A place where old traditions and lively cultures come together in a landscape that is constantly changing. During this trip you experience the best of Morocco, from the chaotic charm of Marrakech to the calm of the desert and the relaxed atmosphere on the coast. But what makes this trip really special is the remarkable trek through the High Atlas mountains. An experience few travellers have.
Unlike many other trips that only make a day trip to Imlil, we take you deep into the mountains. Here you walk along old caravan routes, cross mountain passes and pass authentic Berber villages where life has followed the same rhythm for centuries.
After the trek you travel further south, where the landscapes change drastically: the imposing Dades gorge with its rock formations, the narrow Todra gorge where palm trees and steep cliffs alternate, and finally the vast dunes of the Sahara. From the desert you travel via a fairy-tale UNESCO world heritage site towards the coast, ending in atmospheric Essaouira.
The character of this experience
What the facilitator has told us about their own trip. Anything they have not said is simply not here.
- Depth of the experience
- Simply enjoy natureJust being in nature and letting yourself be surprised by what you meet. Wonder, enjoy, let go. A moment away. You will be amazed at what that can do for you.
Who this is for
Said plainly, so you can rule it out as easily as rule it in.
- Most suitable from age 8 — this is built as a family trip
- Some mountain walking experience is nice for the trek but not essential
- Spring or autumn suits it; the European summer is too hot in Morocco
- Families with children under 8 — the supplier sets that as the lower age
What's included
Included
- An extensive packing list and preparation tips before you go
- All accommodation including breakfast
- All transfers with private transport and driver, so you stay flexible
- A guided city tour in Marrakech, and a guide in the Atlas and at Ait Ben Haddou
- A cook during the trek when staying in bivouac, and a donkey for luggage
- Full board during the trek, half board in Imlil and in the Sahara
- A camel ride in the Sahara and a day trip to Sidi Kaouki and Diabat
- VZR guarantee scheme contribution and 100% CO2 offset of the flight and local car kilometres
Not included
- International flights
- Travel and cancellation insurance
- Drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Meet your facilitator
Mandala Travel
15 years running experiences
Hanneke van Dal and Leopold Roessingh build small-scale, tailor-made mountain journeys — “slow down, wonder, connect”. For more than fifteen years they have organised trips in the Alps, Himalaya and Atlas, and they still sell every trip as a private departure shaped around the group rather than a fixed schedule. Leopold, who leads the leadership journeys, is co-owner of the climbing organisation Climbing Network; Hanneke develops the leadership programmes with outside facilitators.
Why you can trust this listing
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- Every photo above was confirmed as this experience, not stock photography.
- Your money is held in a third-party client account and released to the facilitator 1 day after the experience starts.
Practical details
Including the cancellation terms — visible before you book, not buried at checkout.
Meeting point
Marrakech airport — travellers are collected and taken to the riad. The trek itself starts at Imi Oughlad (1,450 m).
What to bring
Broken-in walking boots and a daypack of 30–35 litres Light, breathable layers plus something warm for the evenings Sun hat, high-factor sun cream and sunglasses A valid passport, any required visa, and personal travel insurance
Accessibility
Suitable from age 8. Some mountain walking experience helps but is not required, and a donkey carries the luggage during the trek. Best in spring or autumn — the European summer is too hot.
Cancellation — Moderate
Full refund up to 30 days before the start date.
- More than 30 days before: 100% refund.
- More than 14 days before: 50% refund.
- Inside the last window: 0% refund.
Insurance to consider
Worked out from where this trip goes, how long it lasts and what the terrain is like. Insurance is yours to arrange.
Cancellation cover
Pays back what you cannot get refunded if you have to cancel or cut the trip short, for example through illness.
a.s.r. annuleringsverzekering(opens in a new tab)Medical costs abroad
Pays for a doctor or hospital outside the Netherlands. Your Dutch health insurance may not cover everything abroad.
a.s.r. reisverzekering (via Mountain Beat)(opens in a new tab)Rescue and repatriation
Pays for search, rescue and the journey home after an accident or illness. In remote or mountain areas a helicopter rescue can cost tens of thousands of euros.
NKBV Expeditieverzekering (membership required)(opens in a new tab)
The facilitator has not described the terrain yet, so this is based on the region and length only.
The insurance you actually need depends on your own circumstances, such as the cover you already have. Naturetreats does not sell or recommend insurance: check any policy against your own situation before you travel.