Maghreb Lands
This name has been preserved in Arabic to this day. This is still the name of Morocco in Arabic. Traditionally, the Maghreb refers to the lands between the Saharan Atlas in the south and the Atlantic or Mediterranean coast in the north, that is, the northern parts of Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia.
Morocco – Kingdom of Eastern Tales.
The fabulous world of Morocco does not leave indifferent any tourist who visits this corner of the nights of Scheherazade and the oasis of the African continent. A welcoming attitude towards tourists, coupled with the security provided by the authorities, will allow you to comfortably and tastefully absorb the history of this land, as well as explore with great curiosity the territories where the Phoenicians, Carthaginians lived, and the Roman legions raised whirlwinds of dust, conquering new outposts. All this makes Morocco one of the best countries to travel to.
Tours to Morocco
When considering our tours to Morocco, you need to understand that we do not offer a standard all-inclusive program with an oceanfront hotel. We invite you to experience the culture, history and vibrant nature of North Africa. In just over 12 days we will see the Great Atlas Mountains, climb to the top of Toubkal, then move into the heart of the Sahara Desert to the sand dunes of Merzouga, from here we will go to the wild shores of the Atlantic, go north to the resort of Agadir, and then to the colorful Essaouira. Of course we will visit Marrakesh, which will be the starting point of our trip. As part of our programs, we will visit the ancient village of Ouarzazate, which was once one of the capitals of medieval Morocco. We will visit the mountain town of Tafraout and much more. A very exciting and eventful journey awaits us.
Cities of Morocco
The cities of Morocco are not alike. Each one is unique in its own way. For example, Marrakech is ancient and you can easily get lost in its streets, especially in the evening. The color of the old city of Medina is brown. Agadir and cities in southern Morocco are white. On the territory of this country there are dozens of monuments listed in UNESCO. Most of them date from the 11th-14th centuries. These are the medinas of the cities of Marrakech, Fez, Ouarazazate, Ey-Souveira, Ait-Benhoud. It’s amazing how they survived, considering that they were built from clay and wood.
Essaouira is a port city, a former Portuguese harbor. The influence of Europe and its own atmosphere are most felt here. Therefore, each city in Morocco will leave its own unique mark.
Video trip to Morocco in 2017 with the ExtremeGuide team
Features of Morocco
The nature of Morocco is very diverse: mountains, fields, stone desert, oceans and sand dunes.
Did you know that 70% of the Sahara is rock desert? And only 30% are sandy massifs. Some of these massifs are located in Morocco. We will of course visit the sand dunes and ride a camel. We will meet the sunrise in the desert and taste unique dishes of Berber and Tuareg cuisine.
The best way to explore Morocco is by car; if you plan to go deeper into the country and drive through the desert, then a jeep tour is the ideal option. Just such programs are presented on our website.
If you are interested in immersing yourself in the culture of the mountain peoples of this country, you can trek around Toubkal. In 6 days you will make a complete circle around the famous mountain. You will spend the night in villages, in the houses of the Berbers (indigenous inhabitants of the mountainous part of Morocco). Life and way of life in the mountains is not similar to the inhabitants of cities, where the bulk of the population is Arabs. In the south of the country, the Tuaregs live in the desert.
Weather in Morocco
Very often, many people ask the question when is the best time to go to Morocco. Morocco’s climate is very dry and most of the precipitation falls in the mountains and in the northern part of the country.
Morocco in summer
If you are planning to go on a beach holiday and surf, then the optimal period is from June to September. In the center of the country it is very hot, +35…40 C. On the coast the temperature is +25…30 and cool air blows from the ocean. The water in the ocean warms up to 20..22 degrees.
Morocco in spring and autumn
The ideal time to explore the country is spring and autumn. In spring in March, almonds bloom in the mountains and nature blossoms. It is not yet cold in the mountains, although there will still be snow in the Great Atlas, and it is not yet hot in the cities and desert. The ocean temperature is +18 C, the air temperature is +25 in the cities of Marrakesh and Ouarzazate. In general, you can get a good tan at this time. From April to May the weather in Morocco is warm and the desert is hot.
From September to November
The heat in Morocco is subsiding and you can once again travel around the country and explore its flavor. The weather conditions are very comfortable. In November there may be precipitation in the mountains. The water in the ocean is still warm and you can swim.
Therefore, the ideal time for trekking and sightseeing tours around the country is spring and autumn.
Morocco in winter
During this period, the weather in the central part of the country is cool. But almost all days are sunny. There is of course a lot of snow in the mountains. The air temperature is +10…+15 C, and on the coast +20…25 C. The ocean temperature is +16…+18, but you can still swim. Definitely winter Morocco is an alternative to gray everyday life in big cities. It’s cool in the desert, but still warm during the day. At this time, exotic tangerines, oranges, bananas, and pomegranates ripen. Fresh juice from them will cost less than $0.5
Cost of tours to Morocco
The average cost of our programs in Morocco is 900-1000 EUR, depending on the chosen program and duration. In addition, you will have to spend 300-400 EUR on airfare; in addition, you will have food costs of about 15-20 EUR per day and the purchase of souvenirs.
Visa to Morocco
To stay in Morocco, citizens of CIS countries need a visa, which can be obtained at the embassy or consulate. The deadline for applying for a visa is no later than 30 days before departure. We will prepare a list of necessary documents for a visa for you. From the standard set: certificate of income or bank account, certificate of no criminal record, hotel and air reservations, insurance.
What to bring with you from Morocco, souvenirs
- Leather products. The skill of Moroccan craftsmen is known far beyond its borders.
- Argan oil and argan products.
- Llamas made in oriental style.
- Wood products.
- Tajine (local utensils used to cook slow-cooked dishes).
- Tunics, trousers and other clothes in the national style.
Why Morocco with ExtremeGuide?
- experience in Morocco since 2014;
- We work directly with local contractors: hotels, car rentals, etc., thanks to which we can provide a favorable price with the best service;
- experienced guides who are not new to Morocco + local guides who ensure our safety in the mountains, in the desert and introduce us to the history of cities;
- interesting, rich program with unique places;
- individual approach to everyone;
- comfort and friendly atmosphere, maximum group size on our trips is 10-12 people;
- We help with visa applications and ticket purchases.
