HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS & BERBER VILLAGES
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March 13-18, 2024 (Additional Dates)
March 25-29, 2024
8 SPOTS ONLY
$1,150
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WHY THE HIGH ATLAS?
Besides being known for the natural beauty and dramatic landscapes which stretches from Morocco to Algeria, the Atlas Mountain chain is home to both the highest mountain in North Africa, Jeb Toubkl (13,671 ft) and the indigenous tribal cultures of the Berber people.
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The indigenous Berber culture permeates the best of the Moroccan experience.It is one of the oldest cultures in North Africa and is responsible for primary influences that we experience in modern Moroccan dress, cuisine, artwork and generous hospitality.
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In this 5-day adventure, we immerse ourselves in the rich Berber mountain culture as we meander through traditional hillside villages, follow river-carved valleys and ascend high mountain trails to reach the highest mountain in North Africa. In the evenings, we’ll find ourselves in local inns, lodges or refuges. While the pinnacle of our journey is standing on top of the highest mountain in North Africa, the reason to go is to spend time in a part of the world where rich traditional cultures are revered and celebrated.
ITINERARY
LAYOVER
Transfer from Essaouiria to Imlil (5,900 ft). Overnight in Imlil to acclimatize and explore the High Atlas Mountain culture.
DAY 1
We meet our trekking team and start the mountain journey through forest to a local guesthouse with stunning views of the Ouirgan Valley. (1340m)
DAY 2
After breakfast, ascend through a river-carved Valley dotted with colorful Berber villages, up to the Tazaghart Plateau for a revealing view of the Atlas mountain chain before tucking in to the lodge in Tamsoult (2700m).
DAY 3
Today, our trek begins with walking past the biggest waterfall in the region, kicking off a visually stunning full day, culminating with reaching a high mountain pass before settling overnight into our refuge at 3208m.
DAY 4
Early breakfast fuels us up for our summit of Mt. Toubkl at 4167m! We hang out on the roof of North Africa for a bit - soaking up the vibes, the moment and the phenomenal view over the Saharan desert - before descending for lunch and then on to Imlil for departure.
5% discount when you book both trips
Free transfer between trips
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