In the surrounding areas of Marrakech and the centre of the country, the nature is absolutely spectacular. Sportsmen and adventurers have the opportunity to really enjoy roaming these beautiful landscapes by foot!

Walks in the centre of Morocco

If there is a place that sums up the incredible diversity and richness of the beautiful country of Morocco, it is certainly the countless markets called souks.  You will dive into the unforgettable atmosphere and you will find everything imaginable and more.

Morocco's incredible souks

Today, Morocco has a worldwide reputation for its numerous cultural and principally musical festivals. It's a great occasion to discover the artistic riches of the country during a trip to Morocco.

Music festivals in Morocco

Morocco is world famous for its imperial cities. Every day, tourists from the four corners of the earth tour round the incredible palaces and gardens in these unique places. A breath taking visit in the heart of Morocco's history.

Morocco's superb imperial cities

It's without doubt the most touristy town in Morocco, thanks to its amazing souk and the immense Jema El Fna Square.

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Salaam alaikoum! When we think of Morocco, it is the buzzing and colourful souks, filled with the scent of exotic spices that spring to mind. We conjure up images of magnificent palaces, lush gardens and white, sandy beaches that stretch far into the horizon. But there is more to Morocco; a depth that goes beyond its beauty and colour. There is its soul, a heart that beats not only in the bazaars but also across its lands, all there for you to discover as you immerse yourself in the daily lives of its people. By meeting these people and by enjoying their hospitality during your stay, you will see Morocco and its inhabitants unveil the hidden treasures that lie at the core of their culture. From its four royal cities to the misty ramparts of Essaouira, from hiking and trekking across the countryside (be it in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains or on a camel’s back in the Sahara), wonders await you, no matter what your choice of holiday may be.

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Marrakesh

A charming coastal town open to the Atlantic.

Essaouira

More than 300 days sunshine a year make Agadir a well known seaside town. On the Atlantic coast, its long sandy beaches are loved by Europeans.

Agadir

A pretty traditional town, situated in the south of Morocco, not far from Agadir.

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At the southern tip of the country and completely isolated, you'll find the city of Dakhla. A city in the Western Sahara Desert, where men wear turbans and dress in long light blue djellabas.  

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On arrival from Agadir by car after driving more than 1,000 kilometres, I expected to see an isolated place, a town at the end of the world at the edge of the desert. But it is nothing like that. Dakhla is lively: residential buildings are springing up like mushrooms, the roads are surfaced and its fishing port is well-known in Morocco. The town is attracting more and more people, even just for the day: I met tourists from the neighbouring Canaries who had come to spend a few hours in Dakhla in search of the exotic. But despite this influx, the town has not lost any of its charm with its white streets interspersed with arcades. But the jewel of Dakhla is the Rio de Oro Lagoon. A paradise for migrating birds. The water is magnificent, turquoise blue with a beautiful seabed. Some say that whales and sea lions also come here.

At the gateway to the Great South, Dakhla is the last place before the Mauritian border.

Coming from Quebec, I've often had the chance to see so-called "ploughs" to remove snow from the roads in winter. For the first time in my life I saw the same vehicle, but this time to remove sand from roads! In fact, in some parts of the city, the dunes move with the wind and given their size, the only way to maintain road conditions is by using these machines! It was also in Dakhla where I saw a real camel crossing on the motorway! Discovering Morocco by car, you get the chance to stop and talk with the herd owners. It's a whole other Morocco waiting for me at the southern tip of the country. The cultural difference is so different that some inhabitants of Western Sahara refuse to be associated with Morocco. There is strong national pride, but these topics must be discussed in private under penalty of imprisonment. We had the chance to discuss Western Sahara nationalism with a young local activist. We spoke in English for the whole conversation, so we wouldn't be in danger of the police listening to us!

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