The South, the Siroua, and the Souss Plain – 8 Days 

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech, welcome and transfer to the hotel / Riad

Assistance upon arrival at the airport

Day 2: Marrakech – Ait BenHaddou

Breakfast and departure in a 4x4 towards Ouarzazate via the Tizi n'Tichka pass at 2260 m, a grand and impressive landscape of the High Atlas, detouring along a track for a scenic route that leads to the main gate of the magnificent residence of Pasha Glaoui (Lord of the Atlas) "the kasbah of Telouet," lunch on site. In the afternoon, continue towards "the kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou," a Berber architectural masterpiece and a backdrop for the world's greatest filmmakers. Dinner and overnight at the bivouac in the Ksar. 165 km.

Day 3: Ait Benhaddou – Draa Valley

Leaving the ksar of Ait Benhaddou to cross Ouarzazate with its film studios and kasbahs, passing through several Berber villages and the Tinififte pass and the mineral landscapes of Jbel Saghro to reach the most beautiful Draa Valley with a parade of palm groves along the Oued Draa (the longest river in Morocco at 2000 km). Dinner and overnight stay in a guesthouse / lodge. 150 km.

Day 4: Draa Valley – Chegaga Dunes – Iriqi 

Following the Draa River and the last palm groves of the region to begin the crossing of the rocky plateaus (ergs), arrival in the afternoon at the great dunes of Chegaga, then continuing to the dried-up lake of Iriqi. Dinner and overnight at the bivouac in the heart of the sand desert. 150 km.

Day 5: Iriqi – FoumZguid – Sirwa

Alongside the Bani mountain, passing through rocky plateaus to reach Foumzguid. Crossing the Bani and continuing towards Tazenakhte and Sirwa (land of saffron). Dinner and overnight in a bivouac. 150 km.

Day 6: Sirwa – Ouled Berrahil

Early in the morning after breakfast, departure to Ouled Berrahil passing through typical Berber villages: Taliouine, Aoulouz to Ouled Berrahil. Dinner and overnight at the bivouac. 150 Km.

Day 7: Ouled Berrahil – Tizi n’Test Pass – Marrakech

After breakfast, we cross the Tizi n'Test pass (panoramic view of the entire Agadir and Taroudant region (Souss plain) on one side and the Haouz plain and Marrakech on the other. Continuation to Ijoukak, Ouirgane for Marrakech. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. 115 km.

Day 8: Transfer and assistance at the airport, departure flight

Depending on the flight time, our team will assist you with departure transfers to the airport.

End of our services

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

- The circuit can be done in reverse.

- In case of bad weather, sandstorm, or heavy rain, the circuit may be modified or run in the opposite direction.

Climate: from 15 to 30 during the day & from 06 to 15 at night

Period: September to May Walking hours: 5 to 6 h Level: medium.

Our rates include:

- Airport transfer on arrival and departure;

- 07 nights in a 4* or 3* hotel, inns, guesthouses, shelters, or bivouacs under nomadic tents ;

- Full board during the circuit ;

- Minibus or 4X4 during the tour ;

- 01 specialized guide ;

- Liability insurance of the Morocco Horizon Adventures agency (Travel agency approved by the Moroccan Ministry of Tourism);

- Tourist Transport Insurance (Tourist transport agency approved by the Moroccan Ministries of Tourism and Transport) ;

- All taxes included.

Not included in the prices:

- Round trip flights ;

- Drinks ;

- Repatriation insurance ;

- Traditional tips for the team: Guide, camel drivers, cook, and driver.

Hiking level

This is a hike with no significant technical difficulty. You need to be in good physical condition and be able to walk 4 to 8 hours each day, divided between the morning and afternoon, at a leisurely pace. We have 1.5 to 2 hours of rest in the middle of the day for meals and relaxation.

We always carry a lightweight backpack with the bare essentials (water bottle, snacks, camera...) All luggage and food are transported by camels. In case of a medical issue (like a sprain, for example), it is always possible to call for a camel. However, it should be noted that the terrain is not always flat, and sometimes you have to climb to get over a mountain pass, and you may find some stages a bit long... In short, you will definitely have physical sensations, and you need to have the desire and spirit to hike and love the mountains and Berber life.

The indicated itinerary may be subject to changes imposed by the group's level or by weather conditions (rain or snow).

Equipment to prepare

Sleeping bag, a large bag with zippers for clothes (not too many clothes, so as not to tire the mules, just the essentials for changing during the trip), warm clothes for cool nights, a small daypack without a frame to carry daily items, walking shoes or sneakers, sandals for camping and walking in water, windbreaker, waterproof jacket, a Kwe, fleece, personal medications, a water bottle (1 liter or 2 liters), water purification tablets or purchase of mineral water in the villages, sunscreen, a pair of sunglasses, cap or Chech, camera, a flashlight (headlamp), spare batteries, toiletry bag, and other personal items.

Gifts to the team

You can pack in your luggage the things you no longer use or those you will use one last time during this trip: Old clothes, Medications, Flashlight, Shoes, Children's clothes, toys, books, pens, pencils, candies.…

At the end of the trip, these gifts make the members of your team and their families very happy. Don't hesitate to think about it.