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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In the Sahara, on the border of Algeria, the dunes of Erg Chegaga stretch out for more than 40 kilometres. 

Erg Chegaga

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I would advise you to leave from the small village of M'Hamid to get to the dunes of Erg Chegaga: a good stopover before the Saharan adventure. I suggest you book your guide in advance: I made contacts well in advance. Going into the dunes requires planning Beware of the touts, there are many in M'Hamid. Go to a professional: the Moroccans have been trying to develop "environmentally-friendly and fair" tourism for some years by offering "Bivouacs under the stars". I was fascinated by the dunes of Erg Chegaga: these are one of the most imposing dunes of Morocco (standing nearly 300 metres high!). I had the the impression of being faced with an infinite sea of sand, which leads you into almost mystical contemplation. I spent a fabulous night observing the beauty of the sky illuminated by the stars of the Milky Way; before admiring the colours of sunrise in the early morning. A splendid sight!

In the Sahara, on the border of Algeria, the dunes of Erg Chegaga stretch out for more than 40 kilometres.

During my <a href="/morocco/">trip to Morocco</a>, I was so blown away by Erg Chebbi, in the East, that I really wanted to see the other dunes in Morocco, Erg Chigaga. and above all, the Draa valley, off the beaten track.
It's all an adventure to get there. in my case from Ouarzazate, in a shared taxi, at night, to arrive in Zagora in the early hours of the morning. I adored this town, its breakfast with olives, its walk to Djebel Zagora with the view over the whole Draa valley, its stroll through the plantations...
From Zagora, it's easy to get to Erg Chigaga with a tour, but I insist, the most incredible thing remains the Draa valley, so much less touristy and therefore so peaceful. It's one of the only places were we weren't "harassed" by merchants in this beautiful country.

Erg Chigaga is a collection of dunes at the end of the Draa valley.

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