3 Valleys and Berber Villages

Morocco is an exotic country of vibrant contrasts: from sandy beaches and impressive mountains to lush forests and scorching deserts. There are few places on earth where you can travel with such ease between fantastic Arabian Nights style cities and the remote wilderness, scattered with isolated and picturesque settlements. It is the northern gateway to Africa and is said to be the closest destination to the UK where you can expect to see a totally different culture to our own. It is an affordable and increasingly popular holiday destination and thanks to its wonderful climate, it is pleasant to visit all year round.

Exploring the high peaks of the Atlas Mountains on foot is a truly rewarding experience. A hike amidst the cool vegetation of juniper and pine trees is a perfect way to rejuvenate your mind and body. Go across deep gorges, gushing river streams and groves of cherry and walnut trees, as your guide takes you on a great walk up and down the beautiful hills.

The valleys are home to tiny hamlets and villages of the ethnic Berbers, a herding and farming community. Visit their homes and interact with them to get to know more about their ancient traditions and customs. See their terraced fields of corn and barley and get a glimpse of their day to day living. Berbers make up approximately 33% of the Moroccan population, being outnumbered significantly by Arabs. Historically and culturally separate, tensions continue between these two groups to this day, although they share a common religion in Islam. Traditional Berber friendliness, generosity and helpfulness remain prevalent and a possible invitation to share tea and biscuits with a local family always lies around the next corner. Such occasions present the best opportunity to gain an insight into their daily life and will enrich your visit to Morocco. In common with many mountain people around the world, Berbers are renowned for their pride and spirit of independence.

Our packages to Morocco begin and end in the famous city of Marrakech, which is beautifully placed at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains. During your visit to this fascinating city make time to explore the souqs (markets) and wander the streets and squares of the old city where jugglers, storytellers, snake charmers and acrobats put on a magical show each evening.