4 Weeks in Morocco: The Active Adventure
Made for people who travel on foot, on a bike or on a board, these 4 weeks in Morocco are full of movement. Two mountain treks, a desert trek and the surf coast, linked by the cities and with a rest day after each big effort.
See the day-by-day routeAbout this 4 weeks in Morocco
4 weeks in Morocco is the perfect time for a truly active trip. You climb Toubkal, trek in the Aït Bouguemez, walk in the Sahara and surf the Atlantic.
First, you warm up in Imlil and reach the summit of Toubkal at sunrise. Then you kayak on Bin el Ouidane lake and trek for two days in the Aït Bouguemez valley. After that, you hike to the Akchour waterfalls from Chefchaouen. Next, you walk with camels for three days across the dunes of Erg Chebbi. You also climb in the Todra Gorge and cycle in Skoura. Finally, surf lessons in Taghazout end the trip. In short, these 4 weeks in Morocco are private, with rest days after each big effort.
Highlights of this 4 weeks in Morocco
- Toubkal summit, 4,167 m
- Ouzoud waterfalls
- Kayak on Bin el Ouidane lake
- Aït Bouguemez trek
- Akchour gorge hike
- Three-day Sahara trek
- Climbing in the Todra Gorge
- Cycling in Skoura
- Surf lessons in Taghazout
4 weeks in Morocco: day by day
- 1dayDay 1
Arrival in Marrakech
We meet you at the airport and take you to your riad for a first evening at Jemaa el-Fna.
- 2dayDay 2
Marrakech by bike
A guided bike ride through the palm grove and the gardens, then the souks on foot.
- 3dayDay 3
To Imlil
Drive to the High Atlas and take a warm-up walk to Aroumd.
- 4dayDay 4
Up to the Toubkal refuge
Walk up the valley past Sidi Chamharouch to the refuge at 3,207 m, with mules for the bags.
- 5dayDay 5
Toubkal summit
Start before dawn to stand on the roof of North Africa at sunrise, then descend to Imlil.
- 6dayDay 6
Rest day in Imlil
An easy valley walk, a long lunch and time to rest the legs.
- 7dayDay 7
Ouzoud waterfalls
Drive north-east to Ouzoud and walk down to the pools below the highest falls in Morocco.
- 8dayDay 8
Kayak & the Aït Bouguemez
Paddle on the lake of Bin el Ouidane, then climb into the green valley of the Aït Bouguemez.
- 9dayDay 9
Bouguemez trek, day 1
Walk from village to village between fields, granaries and red mountains.
- 10dayDay 10
Bouguemez trek, day 2
A longer day up to a high pass with wide views of the M’Goun range, then back down the valley.
- 11dayDay 11
Across the Middle Atlas to Fes
A long road day by Beni Mellal, Khenifra and the cedar country of Azrou to Fes.
- 12dayDay 12
The Fes medina
A guided walk through the medina, its madrasas and tanneries.
- 13dayDay 13
To Chefchaouen
Drive into the Rif to the blue city and walk up to the Spanish Mosque for sunset.
- 14dayDay 14
Akchour gorge hike
A full day in the Talassemtane park to the waterfalls and God’s Bridge.
- 15dayDay 15
Rest day in Chefchaouen
A free day in the blue medina – cafés, the kasbah and an easy walk.
- 16dayDay 16
Volubilis to Azrou
The Roman ruins of Volubilis on the way south, then the cedar forest of Azrou for the night.
- 17dayDay 17
To the Sahara
Cross the Middle Atlas by Midelt and follow the Ziz Valley to Merzouga.
- 18dayDay 18
Desert trek, day 1
Meet your guide and camels and walk into the dunes of Erg Chebbi in the afternoon.
- 19dayDay 19
Desert trek, day 2
Walk in the cool morning, rest in the shade at midday and reach a nomad family’s tent for tea.
- 20dayDay 20
Desert trek, day 3
Climb the highest dunes, try sandboarding and spend a last night under the stars.
- 21dayDay 21
Back to Merzouga & rest
Walk out at sunrise, then a lazy afternoon at the riad – or a buggy ride if you still have energy.
- 22dayDay 22
Climbing in the Todra Gorge
Drive to Todra for a guided climbing session on the canyon walls, for beginners or experienced climbers.
- 23dayDay 23
Dades canyon hike
A short drive and a half-day hike in the side canyons of the Dades Valley.
- 24dayDay 24
Skoura by bike to Aït Benhaddou
Cycle through the Skoura oasis, then continue to the ksar of Aït Benhaddou.
- 25dayDay 25
Saffron road to Taroudant
Drive by Taliouine across the Anti-Atlas foothills to the walled town of Taroudant.
- 26dayDay 26
To the surf coast
A short drive to Taghazout and a first swim in the Atlantic.
- 27dayDay 27
Surf lesson
A morning lesson with a surf coach, board and wetsuit included, and a free afternoon.
- 28dayDay 28
Surf & Paradise Valley
An early surf session, then a walk and a swim in the palm pools of Paradise Valley.
- 29dayDay 29
Coast road to Essaouira
Drive north past Imsouane to Essaouira, with a kitesurf or horse ride on the beach in the afternoon.
- 30dayDay 30
Back to Marrakech
A morning in the port of Essaouira, then the road back to Marrakech for your flight.
What’s included in this 4 weeks in Morocco
Included
- 29 nights of accommodation as listed (riads, guesthouses and a desert camp)
- Breakfast every morning
- Dinner and breakfast at the desert camp
- Private transport in an air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Pick-up in Marrakech and drop-off in Marrakech (hotel, riad, airport)
- Camel ride as described in the programme
- Mountain guide and mule for the luggage
- Local guide for the guided visits
- Surf lessons with board and wetsuit
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments and museums
- Optional activities (for example quad, buggy or balloon) unless listed
- Travel insurance
- Tips for drivers and guides
Draft based on this programme – our team confirms the exact list with your quote.
Where you stay
- Night 1Riad in Marrakech
- Night 2Riad in Marrakech
- Night 3Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 4Toubkal refuge
- Night 5Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 6Guesthouse in Imlil
- Night 7Guesthouse in Ouzoud
- Night 8Guesthouse in Aït Bouguemez
- Night 9Guesthouse in Aït Bouguemez
- Night 10Guesthouse in Aït Bouguemez
- Night 11Riad in Fes
- Night 12Riad in Fes
- Night 13Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 14Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 15Riad in Chefchaouen
- Night 16Guesthouse in Azrou
- Night 17Riad in Merzouga
- Night 18Desert camp
- Night 19Desert camp
- Night 20Desert camp
- Night 21Riad in Merzouga
- Night 22Guesthouse in Todra Gorge
- Night 23Riad in Dades Valley
- Night 24Riad in Aït Benhaddou
- Night 25Riad in Taroudant
- Night 26Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 27Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 28Surf house in Taghazout
- Night 29Riad in Essaouira
Comfort level: Standard + – comfortable riads, guesthouses and a traditional desert camp, chosen by our team. Luxury camps and riads are possible on request.
Best time for this trip
May and late September to October are the best windows: Toubkal is usually free of snow and the Sahara is cool enough for walking. In winter the summit needs crampons, and in summer the desert trek is too hot.
- JanAvoid
- FebAvoid
- MarPossible
- AprGood
- MayBest
- JunPossible
- JulAvoid
- AugAvoid
- SepGood
- OctBest
- NovGood
- DecAvoid
What to bring for this trip
- Broken-in walking boots
- Trekking poles
- Down jacket, hat and gloves for the summit
- Sleeping bag for the refuge
- Headtorch
- Gaiters for the desert sand
- Scarf or cheche for sand and sun
- Rash vest and swimsuit for the surf
- High-factor sun cream and lip balm
- Refillable water bottle
Booking & payment
- How to book
- Send your request; we confirm the programme and the price in writing on WhatsApp or by email.
- Payment
- A deposit secures your booking and the balance is paid on arrival.
- Cancellation
- Our cancellation conditions are sent with your quote, before you pay anything.
- Weather & changes
- If the weather stops an activity, we adapt the day or replace the activity.
4 Weeks in Morocco: your questions
How fit do I need to be for 4 weeks in Morocco on this route?
You should be used to hiking six to eight hours a day. Toubkal summit day is long and high, and the desert trek is slow walking on sand. Rest days follow each big effort.
When can I do the Toubkal summit and the desert trek on the same trip?
Late September to early November, and May, are the best windows: the summit is usually free of snow and the Sahara is cool enough for walking.
Do I need experience for the climbing and the surf during these 4 weeks in Morocco?
No – the Todra climbing session and the surf lessons are for beginners too, with all the equipment. Experienced climbers and surfers get harder routes and bigger waves.
Are guides included for 4 weeks in Morocco with treks?
Yes – a licensed mountain guide for Toubkal and the Aït Bouguemez, a desert guide with camels in the Sahara, and our driver for the whole trip. It is a private tour on your dates.
Can we swap one trek for an easier day on our 4 weeks in Morocco?
Of course. The Bouguemez trek can become a valley walk, and the desert trek can be a single night in a camp with a buggy ride.
What our travellers say
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Activities on this trip
Read more about each experience – what to expect, who it is for and what to bring.
Quad & buggy ridesDay 21 – Back to Merzouga & restDetails →
Camel & horseback treksDay 18 – Desert trek, day 1Details →
Desert camping & stargazingDay 19 – Desert trek, day 2Details →
Cycling & mountain bikingDay 2 – Marrakech by bikeDetails →
Hiking & trekking adventuresDay 3 – To ImlilDetails →
Surf & kitesurf experienceDay 26 – To the surf coastDetails →Optional activities
Add one or more of these to your 30-day trip. They are not included in the price – ask us and we add them to your programme.
Optional · extra4x4 & off-road safaris4x4 tour around the dunes and nomad familiesSee the activity →Optional · extraKite surfing lift-offKitesurf lesson in windy EssaouiraSee the activity →Optional · extraWindsurfing adventureWindsurfing sessionSee the activity →Optional · extraJet ski adventure on the coastJet ski on the bay of AgadirSee the activity →Optional · extraBoat cruise along the coastBoat trip along the coastSee the activity →
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