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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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Marrakech
Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Explore Djemaa el-Fna main square
- Wander through spice souks and bazaars
- Sample street food and local cuisine
- Visit rooftop bars
Landmarks
Djemaa el-Fna
Day 2
Marrakech to Todra Gorge
Marrakech to Todra Gorge
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Travel to Todra Gorge
- Explore the valley
Optional Activities
- Brief stroll around the valley
Landmarks
Todra Gorge
Day 3
Todra Gorge to Sahara Desert
Todra Gorge to Sahara Desert
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Home-cooked meal served in the backyard of a local family including dates, nuts, tea and traditional dishes), Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike through Todra Valley
- Home-cooked lunch with local family
- Camel ride through Sahara Desert
- Overnight stay at private desert camp
Landmarks
Todra Valley
Sahara Desert
Day 4
Sahara Desert to Ait Benhaddou
Sahara Desert to Ait Benhaddou
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Mint tea and experience at the Tawesna Association, a female-led teahouse where profits support women's economic projects in the village)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing from sand dune
- Tea at Tawesna Association (female-led teahouse)
- Explore medieval town of Ait Benhaddou
- Walk through old streets
- Climb to fortress viewpoint
Optional Activities
- Visit old house in the Kasbah (small fee applies)
Landmarks
Ait Benhaddou
Tawesna Association
Day 5
Ait Benhaddou to Imlil (Aroumd)
Ait Benhaddou to Imlil (Aroumd)
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Family meal with local Amazigh hosts in their gite)
Included Activities
- Scenic walk to Aroumd village
- Explore mountain landscape and flora
Landmarks
Imlil
Aroumd
Day 6
Aroumd
Aroumd
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch along the hiking route), Dinner (Group dinner at homestay)
Included Activities
- Day hike through Imlil
- Visit Imlil waterfall
- Picnic lunch
Landmarks
Imlil waterfall
Day 7
Aroumd to Marrakech
Aroumd to Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Explore Bahia Palace courtyards
- Visit Le Jardin Secret (traditional medina garden)
- Cycling trip
- Quad-biking
- Luxury hammam and spa
Landmarks
Bahia Palace
Le Jardin Secret
Djemaa el-Fna
Day 8
Marrakech
Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Various activities (unspecified optional experiences)
Day 9
Marrakech to Taghazout
Marrakech to Taghazout
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Travel to Taghazout
- Explore local beaches
Optional Activities
- Seafood dinner at local restaurants
Landmarks
Taghazout
Day 10
Taghazout
Taghazout
Included Activities
- One Hour Yoga Class
- Surfing Class
Landmarks
Taghazout
Day 11
Taghazout to Essaouira
Taghazout to Essaouira
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Street food tasting including harira (soup), mesman (flatbread), Moroccan sweets, olive oil and honey)
Included Activities
- Visit female-led Argan Oil Cooperative
- Walking tour of medina with local guide
- Tour of Jewish mullah
- Visit port and skala (sea wall)
- Street food tasting (harira, mesman, Moroccan sweets, olive oil, honey)
Landmarks
Essaouira
Day 12
Essaouira to Marrakech
Essaouira to Marrakech
Optional Activities
- Moroccan cooking masterclass (Urban Adventures): shop for ingredients in souks and learn to cook authentic tagine in a classic riad with a local family

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

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Bahia Palace
Le Jardin Secret
Djemaa el-Fna

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Taghazout

Landmarks
Taghazout

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Essaouira

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Anonymous5.0•November 2024
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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- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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- Rabies - Recommended for Morocco. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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18 to 35s Real Morocco

Itinerary

Introduction

Marrakech

Optional Activities

Marrakech to Todra Gorge

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Todra Gorge to Sahara Desert

Included Activities

Sahara Desert to Ait Benhaddou

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ait Benhaddou to Imlil (Aroumd)

Included Activities

Aroumd

Included Activities

Aroumd to Marrakech

Optional Activities

Marrakech

Optional Activities

Marrakech to Taghazout

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Taghazout

Included Activities

Taghazout to Essaouira

Included Activities

Essaouira to Marrakech

Optional Activities

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