From Casablanca To The Sahara And Back: A Moroccan Road Trip

Casablanca

Erfoud back to Casablanca

To get back to Casablanca, you have several options. Take the safe route back or cut through the Middle Atlas region via more modern cities like Beni Mellal and Khouribga. If you have time, though, take a long way round via Fez and Rabat in the north for even more of Morocco’s treasures.

Morocco is a culturally explosive, geographically diverse and historically powerful destination. It is no wonder that it is such a popular tourist destination in Africa. At every turn, there is something to see or experience that leaves you speechless. Being so close to Europe gives it the added convenience of short trips that put in you in a location that feels worlds away.

CITY BREAK IN MARRAKECH

Marrakech is a popular city destination; it is vibrant, and full of history, culture, and entertainment. A stroll through the city leads you to one of the busiest squares in Africa Djemma El Fna; it is where all kinds of activities happen from dancing, eating, traditional tales, and other performances that will leave you speechless. The souks will intrigue you with their variety and the mosques and medina will give you something diverse to write home about.

CULTURAL HOLIDAYS STAYING IN TRADITIONAL ACCOMMODATION

Morocco has a wide array of accommodations ranging from hotels and riads to auberges. For an exceptional cultural experience it is better to stay in riads or auberges. A riad is a traditional Moroccan residence with a courtyard that may contain flowers and a fountain right in the middle. Rooms are built facing the courtyards; they are decorated with rich traditional Moroccan designs and fabrics. You’ll find them in every Moroccan town or city and especially for holiday accommodation near Marrakech and in the city center. On the other hand auberges are found in rural areas and are often made of mud in the Kasbah style. You can also experience the nomadic lifestyle of the Berbers by camping in the Bedouin camps right in the middle of the desert. In this way, you will get to experience the Moroccan culture more intimately. The Moroccans are friendly people and you can therefore live among them without worries.

ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS IN THE MOUNTAINS

The High Atlas Range is the greatest mountain range in North Africa and is one of the most beautiful and intriguing parts of Morocco. It has retained remoteness and a certain degree of wilderness which is charming and captivating. Its rugged and towering terrains have made it a playground for thrill seekers and the perfect place for adventure holidays in morocco. Whether you want to engage in conquering the highest peak, trek through the quaint mountain villages or enjoy scenic walks with your family, the Atlas ranges do not shy away from any of your expectations. It is a place where you can combine adventure and cultural tours because it is also home to the Berbers.

SPORTING HOLIDAYS

Morocco gives you exhilarating holidays, holidays that inspire you by allowing you to indulge in your favorite sport. Morocco is an emerging golfing destination with numerous golf courses, especially near the most touristic regions. If it is surfing in Morocco you are after, the crashing waves of the Atlantic coast will give you the experience of a lifetime. If you want to pursue both activities during your holiday, then the right place to head is Agadir. This area boasts of several great courses set in magnificent surroundings and the numbers seem to grow constantly. The spectacular coastline of Agadir offers stunning beaches where water sports such as kite surfing, jet skiing and windsurfing are possible.

A Moroccan holiday can introduce you to the rich variety of North African life, its history and culture, its religion, and cuisine. Everyone likes the sun, the chance to relax and really feel that they can forget the problems of everyday life back at home. Those who choose Morocco and more precisely Marrakech are guaranteed an unforgettable experience.

History and Culture

There are museums to explore and you can delve into the history of the region by going down a few steps into the Koubba El–Badiyin which is a surviving example of Moorish history from the 12th century. It is thought to have been part of a mosque at that time. The most visited monument in the city is a walled garden with mosaic graves from the Saadian period. There are three small pavilions holding graves, many were for the princes from the 18th century, but also others from before that time.

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