Would you recommend this Moroccan trip during December? I have heard in the Atlas Mountains it can snow so was curious if that is a possibility in the region we would go to. What are is expected of the weather in each area so I can have an idea of what to bring.

As a desert country, Morocco can have extreme weather. Winter (November to March) can be very cold, particularly in the mountains and the desert, with overnight temperatures dropping to 5 degrees Celsius or below. Even in summer the desert gets cold at night. It is recommended to bring a sleeping bag, thermals, a scarf, gloves and a warm jacket for travel in winter. Please be prepared for cold showers. If you feel the cold, from November to March you may find the heating and blankets to be insufficient at night. You may like to bring a sleeping bag or thermals to sleep in. Sleeping bags cannot be hired while on the trip and are not easy to buy outside of large cities. In terms of packing its always best to bring a lot of layers that way if you get hot you can always take a layer off.

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Day 1
Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Explore Djemaa el-Fna square
- Wander through spice souks and bazaars
- Try street food
- Visit rooftop bars
Landmarks
Djemaa el-Fna
Day 2
Marrakech to Todra Gorge
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel to Todra Gorge
Optional Activities
- Brief stroll around Todra Valley
Landmarks
Todra Gorge
Day 3
Todra Valley - Sahara Desert
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Home-cooked meal with dates, nuts, and tea served in the backyard of a local family), Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike through Todra Valley
- Home-cooked lunch with local family in Todra Valley
- Camel ride through Sahara Desert at sunset
- Overnight stay in Sahara Desert Camp
Landmarks
Todra Valley
Sahara Desert
Day 4
Sahara Desert to Ait Benhaddou
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Sunrise climb at sand dune
- Tea at Tawesna Association
- Explore medieval town of Ait Benhaddou
- Walk old streets of Ait Benhaddou
- Climb to fortress for views
Optional Activities
- Visit old houses in the Kasbah for a small fee
Landmarks
Ait Benhaddou
Tawesna Association
Day 5
Ait Benhaddou to Imlil
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Family meal with local Amazigh family)
Included Activities
- Scenic walk to mountain village of Aroumd
Landmarks
Imlil
Aroumd
Day 6
Imlil
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch during day hike), Dinner (Group dinner)
Included Activities
- Day hike through Imlil
- Visit Imlil waterfall
- Picnic lunch along hike route
Landmarks
Imlil Waterfall
Day 7
Imlil to Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Stroll through bustling souks
- Explore Bahia Palace
- Visit Le Jardin Secret
- Cycling trip
- Quad-biking
- Luxury hammam and spa
Landmarks
Bahia Palace
Le Jardin Secret
Djemaa el-Fna
Day 8
Marrakech
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional activities (unspecified)
Landmarks
Djemaa el-Fna
Day 9
Marrakech to Taghazout
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Surfing at local beaches
- Seafood dinner at local restaurants
Landmarks
Taghazout
Day 10
Taghazout
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- One hour yoga class
- Half-day surfing course
Landmarks
Taghazout
Day 11
Taghazout to Essaouira
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Argan Oil Cooperative Visit
- Walking tour of medina, Jewish mullah, port and sea wall
- Street food tasting with harira, mesman, sweets, olive oil and honey
Landmarks
Essaouira
Day 12
Essaouira to Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Moroccan MasterChef cooking class with local guide (Urban Adventures)

Landmarks
Djemaa el-Fna

Landmarks
Todra Gorge

Landmarks
Todra Valley
Sahara Desert

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Ait Benhaddou
Tawesna Association

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Imlil
Aroumd

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Imlil Waterfall

Landmarks
Bahia Palace
Le Jardin Secret
Djemaa el-Fna

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Djemaa el-Fna

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Taghazout

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Taghazout

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Essaouira

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Amazing trip wonderful guides
Traveled in October 2024
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Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We are pleased you had an amazing trip and wonderful guides. We hope you find another itinerary to your liking and we can welcome you on another adventure soon.
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Asked on October 9th, 2024
Would you recommend this Moroccan trip during December? I have heard in the Atlas Mountains it can snow so was curious if that is a possibility in the region we would go to. What are is expected of the weather in each area so I can have an idea of what to bring.
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2024
  As a desert country, Morocco can have extreme weather. Winter (November to March) can be very cold, particularly in the mountains and the desert, with overnight temperatures dropping to 5 degrees Celsius or below. Even in summer the desert gets cold at night. It is recommended to bring a sleeping bag, thermals, a scarf, gloves and a warm jacket for travel in winter. Please be prepared for cold showers. If you feel the cold, from November to March you may find the heating and blankets to be insufficient at night. You may like to bring a sleeping bag or thermals to sleep in. Sleeping bags cannot be hired while on the trip and are not easy to buy outside of large cities. In terms of packing its always best to bring a lot of layers that way if you get hot you can always take a layer off.

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- Rabies - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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Marrakech

Optional Activities

Marrakech to Todra Gorge

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Todra Valley - Sahara Desert

Included Activities

Sahara Desert to Ait Benhaddou

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ait Benhaddou to Imlil

Included Activities

Imlil

Included Activities

Imlil to Marrakech

Optional Activities

Marrakech

Optional Activities

Marrakech to Taghazout

Optional Activities

Taghazout

Included Activities

Taghazout to Essaouira

Included Activities

Essaouira to Marrakech

Optional Activities

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