Morocco Retreat: Ouirgane

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Relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with nature in the serene foothills of the High Atlas Mountains

Leave the modern world of Marrakech behind and escape to a home away from home where olive trees and mountain vistas make your backdrop. The calm and comforts of Amazigh hospitality await on this four-day retreat in Ouirgane, on the green edges of Mt Toubkal National Park. Surround yourself with the flavours and scents of this wild part of the country, hike the surrounding hills through small villages and farms, connect with altruistic locals, try your hand at making some iconic local dishes and, most importantly, take time to sit back, relax, and reconnect with yourself and nature.

Map of Morocco Retreat: Ouirgane including Morocco
Trip code: XMLO
Start
Marrakech, Morocco
End
Marrakech, Morocco
Destinations
Morocco
Meals
3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners
Transport
Private minibus
Accommodation
Comfort style hotel (3 nights)
Days
4
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Ages
Min 15
Theme
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This trip generates 31 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip

Tap into the nomadic spirit of the Imazighen with a hike through the red earth hills and green-dotted valleys on the edges of Mt Toubkal National Park.

Break bread and connect with a local Amazigh family in their village and get a feel for daily life in the High Atlas region.

Learn the secrets and spices behind Morocco’s famous mint tea, tafarnout and tagine with a cooking demonstration followed by a feast on the delicious dishes for lunch.

Enjoy the comfort of your locally owned accommodation, where you’ll experience traditional hospitality and relish the small touches that make all the difference.

By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Education for All. Donations help them support girls in the High Atlas Mountains through secondary school, bringing a generation of women out of the cycle of illiteracy, poverty and early marriage.

Itinerary

Map of Morocco Retreat: Ouirgane including Morocco

Inclusions and activities

Meals

3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners

Transport

Private minibus

Accommodation

Comfort style hotel (3 nights)

Included activities
  • Ouirgane - Welcome Dinner
  • High Atlas Mountains - Guided Hike
  • Ouirgane - Home-cooked lunch
  • Ouirgane - Cooking Class
  • Ouirgane - Moroccan tea making demonstration

Optional activities
  • Ouirgane - Women's Association Visit & Carpet Making Demonstration - MAD50
  • Ouirgane - Beauty Therapy at Domaine la Roseraie - MAD400
  • Ouirgane - Domaine la Roseraie Massage (30 minutes) - MAD350

Is this trip right for you?

  • This trip includes a hiking tour in the High Atlas Mountains. This will take approximately 3 hours and the difficulty of the walk will be adjusted to group abilities. A moderate level of fitness and appropriate footwear and clothing will allow you to fully enjoy this inclusion.
  • The weather in Morocco can be extreme. Summer temperatures can be uncomfortably hot, especially for those who aren't accustomed to the heat, so please consider carefully what time of year you travel. If you do travel in the warmer months, pack layers to cover you from the sun, bring the necessary sun protection and drink plenty of water.
  • Ramadan is an annual month-long festival, during which travel can be a rewarding cultural experience, however some regular services may not be available during the day, such as restaurants or cafes, and occasionally travel can be disrupted by events. Your leader will adjust the itinerary accordingly, but please consider this when selecting your travel dates. You’ll find dates and further information in the ‘Climate and seasonal information’ section of the Essential Trip Information.

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Important notes

1. This trip starts in Marrakech on Day 1 at 11am. The group will depart immediately for Ouirgane. This trip finishes upon arrival in Marrakech on Day 4. Please do not book any flights until after 2pm this afternoon.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

Essential Trip Information

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Morocco Retreat: Ouirgane
From
EUR €540