Solidarity Trekking in Morocco: Middle Atlas and Sahara Desert

We leave Fez for Midelt, crossing the landscapes of the Middle Atlas. Along the way we can enjoy mountains, forests and traditional villages.

Arrival in Midelt, accommodation and time to rest or discover the town if time allows.

We begin our hiking adventure around Ahouli and the former Mibladen mines. We walk through mountain landscapes that still bear the marks of their mining past, discovering a little-known area of inland Morocco.

Return to Midelt and accommodation.

A day to discover the rural landscapes of the Middle Atlas on a route around Berrem, Tateouin and Flilou. Along the way we get to know the area, its villages and its natural surroundings, enjoying a hiking experience away from the usual tourist circuits.

The length and the route will be adapted to the trail conditions and the group's pace.

We head for Tazouka, in the Errachidia region, to discover another side of rural Morocco. On arrival we share time and a meal with our host family, get to know the surroundings and enjoy local hospitality.

Dinner and accommodation with the family.

We spend the day learning about the community's traditions, food and everyday life. We can take part in cultural activities and discover local customs with our hosts.

If the organisation and the school calendar allow, we can also arrange a visit to the local school.

Accommodation with the host family.

We leave Tazouka behind and continue to Merzouga, the gateway to the great dunes of the Sahara.

On arrival we enjoy a desert experience with a camel ride, a traditional dinner, Berber music and a night in a camp of traditional tents under the starry sky.

After breakfast we explore the surroundings of the desert on a 4x4 excursion. We discover Sahara landscapes, visit nomadic communities if conditions allow and get to know Khamlia, a village known for its Gnawa music tradition.

A day to get closer to the culture and traditions of southern Morocco. Accommodation in the Merzouga area.

After breakfast we head to Rissani to visit its traditional market, a lively place with local dates, spices, handicrafts and everyday goods. It is a chance to discover local trade and daily life in south-eastern Morocco.

Market activity depends on the day of the week. From Rissani, you can choose how to continue the trip:

If you chose option A, transfer from Tazouka to Fez to end the trip. If you chose option B, enjoy free time in Fez, depending on your flight time, before the transfer to the airport.

Important: the transfers from Tazouka or Merzouga to Fez are long. We recommend adapting the itinerary to your flight time and confirming road times before booking.