Morocco for the past several years has been trying to stop the deforestation of their lands by creating a number of bio reserves and national parks in the Ait Bougmez Valley, Rif Mountains, and High Atlas Mountains. Wildlife in Morocco has dwindled because of agricultural use of the land, pollution entering the water sources and locals [...]
Home to the highest mountain peak in N. Africa, Mount Toubkal in the High Atlas Mountains are about as high as one can stand in North Africa–4167 meters to be exact. The treks through these unforgiving mountain peaks can take trekkers over hillocks and mountains for days at a time. Additionally, two day hikes can get [...]
Lush valleys, spiraling streams, and rushing rivers await your Morocco holiday. For those that may not know, Morocco is situated in the North West corner of Africa. Many of us recognize the country from the well-known city of Casablanca; outdoor addicts may know of Morocco through the Hight Atlas Mountains and Mount Toubkal. Regions within these mountains, [...]
A trek through the High Atlas Mountains can take visitors to a number of anthropological sites filled with culture and history. One region in the High Atlas Mountains is Ait Bougmez Valley. Ait Bougmez Valley is characterized by the M’goun Massif, the tallest mountain in this area. This valley was not visited only a few [...]
The Mediterranean coastline of Morocco is from Ceuta to Melilla, which includes the red and rocky Rif Mountains. The Rif Mountains are a vibrant green juxtaposed agaisnt the red earth of the land. They present some easy day treks or longer over night treks into the forests where cascades and wildlife reside. Many consider the [...]