A DAY WITH THE BERBERS
Azzaden Valley, Berber Culture & Atlas Nature Reserve
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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Scenic Azzaden Valley
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Insight into local culture
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Easy walking trail
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Make Berber bread
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Berber mint tea
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Berber village visit
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Relax at Kasbah Africa
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Berber cuisine lunch
Discover real Berber village life far away from the commercialisation seen in other High
Atlas valleys such as Ourika and Imlil. Enjoy an authentic Atlas Mountain experience in a truly spectacular setting. In the Azzaden Valley we follow a trail through orchards to the Berber village of Torort passing walnut and almond trees, olive groves and numerous fruit trees including apple, peach, plum, apricots, quince, lemon and fig.
We walk to the river and enjoy a demonstration of how to make Berber bread. We’ll also learn about day to day village life. Lunch is served at Kasbah Africa, a stunning nature retreat built on the slopes of the Azzaden Valley on the bend of a river. At the Kasbah there is a pool with a wonderful view and plenty of areas to laze and enjoy peace and tranquillity. If you are still feeling active there is the option of a short walk to Torort village before we return to Marrakech.
ITINERARY
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0830 Rendezvous with driver. Depart Marrakech, drive via Tahanoute and Asni.
1000 Arrive at Kasbah Africa in Azzaden Valley; welcome from the Berbers!
1030 Guided walk to a Berber village through orchards and along the river.
1130 Visit a local house; bake bread Berber-style; enjoy a glass of Berber tea.
1230 Walk back to Kasbah Africa along the river (if water levels are low) or trail.
1330 Lunch at Kasbah Africa; time to relax, swim, sunbathe, bird spotting or snooze.
1700 Depart to Marrakech.
1830 Arrive Marrakech.
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A stop to visit a local market can be made on market days - Tuesday (Tahanoute), or Saturday (Asni).
Timings are a guide only and may vary due to interests of the group, weather, seasons, or due to local operational conditions.
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DEPARTS DAILY
This tour operates daily throughout the year.
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DON'T FORGET
To take swimwear, trainers or walking shoes plus sun protection.
PRICES PER PERSON
PRICE INCLUDES
Pick-up/drop-off in Marrakech; travel in style in private vehicle with air-conditioning and professional driver; three course Berber lunch at Kasbah Africa (with a mountain/river view); day pass access to the swimming pool and Kasbah facilities; pool towels.
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PRICE EXCLUDES
Beverages and meals not specified; tips and items of a personal nature.
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Price for children 0 to 11 years old is £24 (300 dh) per child (must be min. 2 adults accompanying). Children 12 and older pay adult price.
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