High Atlas Mountains

Tizi-n-Test is a pass at 2100 meters above sea level.  It is characterized by greenery juxtaposing red clay hills and roads.  Tizi-n-Test is the point in the High Atlas Mountains where the many valleys of Marrakesh meet the Sahara of Morocco.  Trekking in Morocco takes fortitude and knowing where the best places to visit are. [...]

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Ourigane and the Tin Mal Mosque Day Trip

by Sam on March 19, 2009

Morocco is teaming with a variety of activities.  The nature lover in you has probably considered several that you can enjoy while on a Morocco holiday.  The perfect Morocco holiday will not be complete unless you take the day trip to the Ourigane and Tin Mal Mosque.  Both locations are an hour from Marrakesh.  You [...]

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Ourika Valley is located in the High Atlas Mountains of Morocco.  It sits thirty kilometres from Marrakesh in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains.  Even though the Ourika Valley is near the populated Marrakesh, it is one of the most unspoiled valleys in all of Morocco.  The valley is a maze of lush greens within [...]

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Morocco’s Outdoor Adventure(s)

by Terry on November 26, 2008

Travelers who think of visiting Morocco probably don’t consider outdoor adventure and sports – They usually get caught up in all the museums, colorful bazaars and cuisine choices instead. However, Morocco is full of outdoor options for the sports-minded enthusiasts. In fact, the skies the limit from golfing to hiking to biking to skiing to [...]

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Onward To Morocco’s Jbel Toubkal Summit

by Sam on November 18, 2008

Located in southwestern Morocco, nestled into the Toubkal National Park, stands the Jbel Toubkal mountain, majestic and impressive. With a stunning height of 4,167 metres, this particular peak is the single highest mountain in North Africa, located in the High Atlas Mountains. Looking from the ridge of the summit, those who journey to the top [...]

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The beautiful village of Imlil can be found nestled in the heart of the Atlas Mountains in Morocco, and the terrain that surrounds this peaceful village is a rich contrast from that of the country’s lowlands. Here, pink houses are spaced unevenly through the village with numerous trees – mostly walnut – interspersed around them.Everyone [...]

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Morocco’s Toubkal Massif & Area

by Carole Morris on September 18, 2008

To truly experience Morocco and the treasures that are Toubkal Massif, you’ll have to do some walking…some serious walking to reach North Africa’s highest peak (aka Mount Toubkal and Jbel Toubkal). You will be treated to spectacular scenery, small Berber villages, great trekking and Morocco’s nature at its best. Plus, you get to glimpse into [...]

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Morocco Trekking Adventure

by Sam on September 8, 2008

Beauty and wonder surrounds those who travel to Morocco. A variety of travel guides stand ready to take foreign visitors into the vibrant region of undulating hills, pointed massifs, blowing sand dunes and camel herders. Travelers can choose a private Morocco tour, a customized Morocco tours or just simply sit back and enjoy traveling Morocco [...]

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Morocco Mgoun & Ait Bougmez Valley

by Sam on August 12, 2008

Morocco trekking tours are recommended to explore th prepossessing M’goun region in Morocco. The tour guides are often natives, familiar with the area as well as the local customs. Utilize the services of an educated tour guide through a Morocco tour operator to better explore this authentic Berber villages. Satiate your lust in Wanderlust by [...]

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Who Are The Morocco Berbers?

by Carole Morris on July 28, 2008

You are headed to the African nation of Morocco. Your Moroccan tour operator has told you about visiting Berber villages. You have heard all about the Berber craftsmen, their knowledge of the land, some of their indestructible history and maybe a bit more. Or perhaps you’ve never heard of them at all. Just who are [...]

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