Le rallye de Merzouga
by Hannahannah
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Petittailla nous avait parlé de ce rallye , son post a disparue .
Donc je reprend l'info , du 7 au 12 Maî , on va avoir droit au rallye de Merzouga avec 4x4 , quads motos et autres ....pour ceux qui souhaitent se reposer au desert et écouter le silence , il vaudras mieux aller à M'hamid .
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merci pour l'info !
pour l'habituée de Merzouga que je suis, c'est important à savoir.
Oui, moi aussi, je conseille de chercher la tranquillité ailleurs.
... là-bas si j'y suis...
Dans le même ordre d'idée, attention si vous êtes dans le coin d'Ouled Driss et Foum Zguid, le rallye des gazelles passe par là demain et les jours suivants. ! 🙂
Le nombre de 4L augmente d'année en année .. Aux alentours de 1500 véhicules + le " barnum circus" qui va avec ! C'est impressionnant . Les participants se régalent ! Les voyageurs, moins.
Le rallye a de multiples circuits : sinon, comment imaginer la saturation sur un seul itinéraire ?!
Cette folklorique épreuve terminée , il faut savoir que la majorité des équipages continue le voyage en se promenant . On en trouve donc un peu partout , dans le sud, surtout.
Aussi sympathiques soient ils , un avis : si vous pouvez reporter votre visite en ces lieux magnifiques, évitez ces périodes....Evitez aussi les dates des vacances scolaires françaises : il y a un pic notoire de fréquentations.
Déjà que Merzouga est plein d'hôtels , etc, de 4X4 dans tous les sens et, malheur (!) de quads et motos T.T. (!) qui abiment les dunes et font un vacarme permanent ( !) pour jouir de cet endroit hors du commun, choisissez bien vos dates . Puis savourer votre bonheur....
Patrick.
J'ai delà listé 3 rallye au mois de mai , je vais étudier les parcours .
J'ai de très mauvais souvenir d'une auberge tranquille ou une bande de "baroudeurs" avinés on foutu le " souk" et on etait limite insultant pour le gérant .
Tous ne sont pas comme ça bien sûr ...mais bon , je prefere eviter .😕
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Bonjour.
Alors tant mieux ! Ce devait être extra .
Je vais très souvent au Maroc , et Merzouga est une destination que nous adorons. Encore en 2016.... Mais il vrai que le site s'abime de par une exploitation intensive du tourisme . Il faut que tout le monde puisse vivre décemment , bien sûr, cependant , le risque est que à trop vouloir profiter de cet environnement privilégié , les voyageurs peuvent s'en éloigner .
Nous l'avons constaté en observant le grand nombre de " rabatteurs " , ce qui sous - entend
que les taux de remplissage des hôtels sont durs à atteindre , ces mêmes garçons sont parfois à la limite du harcèlement , c'est dommage. Alors qu'individuellement , ils sont charmants.
Le désintérêt de l'endroit, hélas, fait l'objet de nombreuses conversations ...
Le gouvernement pourra-t-il un jour intervenir pour protéger ce si beau patrimoine ?
Ne serait-ce qu'en interdisant les motos T.T, les 4x4, et surtout les quads qui génèrent une pollution sonore énorme et agressive : véritable injure à ce "petit bout de désert".....
Cependant, nous y retournerons....... m'slama....
Patrick.
+1 Patrick .
On appelle ça "tuer la poule aux œufs d'or" ...
On appelle ça "tuer la poule aux œufs d'or" ...
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DERNIERES INFORMATIONS CONCERNANT MERZOUGA
article paru sur LIBERATION.
Il faut sauver le désert de Merzouga. Cette zone, à forte valeur écologique et au patrimoine extraordinaire, reste menacée par les effets de destruction naturelle et humaine. Des dunes à perte de vue, les plus hautes du pays, comme l’erg Chebbi, constituent un havre de paix, de solitude et de contemplation, profitable aux touristes du monde entier. C’est un lieu unique de par la richesse de son éco‐système et les espèces endémiques le peuplant. C’est également un endroit connu pour l’accueil chaleureux de ses habitants. L’éco-système de l’erg est fragile et il est à ce jour fortement menacé. Selon l’Association l’âme du désert, le tourisme mécanique (motos, quads, 4x4…) s’est développé depuis quelques années, dénaturant les dunes mais surtout éloignant les animaux : certains oiseaux, le lapin blanc du désert, le lézard, le putois ont été chassés par les véhicules et ont totalement disparu ; la vipère des dunes, le poisson des sables ainsi que le fennec n’apparaissent désormais que rarement.
De plus, une moto qui traverse les dunes occasionne une nuisance sonore telle qu’elle provoque du bruit dans tout l’erg jusqu’aux villages alentours, explique l’Association. Les accidents mortels de passagers de ces véhicules que l’on dénombre chaque année s’ajoutent aux risques encourus à chacun de leur passage par les promeneurs.
Les 20% de touristes pratiquant les« sports mécaniques » viennent avec leurs matériels, restent peu de temps et ne font vivre que certaines auberges et des stations-essence. Ils font fuir les animaux et importunent à la fois les populations locales et les milliers de touristes «promeneurs» qui viennent chercher le calme et la beauté, et qui font vivre les habitants de la région : auberges, transports (taxis, bus…), restaurants, boutiques, chameliers, coopératives locales.
Depuis quelques années, une coopération active s’est établie entre les habitants des villages, les commerçants et les promoteurs du tourisme en vue de préserver les atouts de Merzouga.
En parallèle à cet article, notons que tous les panneaux publicitaires ont été enlevés le long de la route au profit d'une signalisation plus discrète et normalisée ; celle-ci indique la direction des Ets déclarés et autorisés (ou en attente d'autorisation). Les bivouacs à l'intérieur de l'Erg seront bientôt interdits et seront limités en bordure des dunes. Des zones seront interdites à la pratique de sports motorisés : priorité aux promeneurs et aux dromadaires. Côté Camping Car, il faut s'attendre à l'obligation de se rendre dans une structure adaptée avec aires de services (vidanges, poubelles, eau potable) et l'interdiction du camping sauvage comme c'est le cas aujourd'hui pour la région du grand Agadir.
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En parallèle à cet article, notons que tous les panneaux publicitaires ont été enlevés le long de la route au profit d'une signalisation plus discrète et normalisée ; celle-ci indique la direction des Ets déclarés et autorisés (ou en attente d'autorisation). Les bivouacs à l'intérieur de l'Erg seront bientôt interdits et seront limités en bordure des dunes. Des zones seront interdites à la pratique de sports motorisés : priorité aux promeneurs et aux dromadaires. Côté Camping Car, il faut s'attendre à l'obligation de se rendre dans une structure adaptée avec aires de services (vidanges, poubelles, eau potable) et l'interdiction du camping sauvage comme c'est le cas aujourd'hui pour la région du grand Agadir.
Erfoud va devenir la Sous-Préfecture (aujourd'hui Errachidia) et l'état étend son bras sur le sud dont Merzouga : l'objectif est de normaliser les Ets (80% d'informels), mieux organiser et protéger l'Erg Chebbi et y développer les services de l'état. L'Erg sera sauvé avec sa faune, comme la nappe d'eau qui abreuve la population et le bétail : on peut s'en réjouir au présent et pour les générations futures. A bientôt sur ce sable orangé magnifique, bon Maroc à tous.
"N'ayez pas peur de la vie. N'ayez jamais peur de l'aventure. Faites confiance au hasard, à la chance, à la destinée. Partez, allez conquérir d'autres espaces, d'autres espérances. Le reste vous sera donné de surcroît"
Henry de Monfreid - trilogie de la Mer Rouge.
Merci Clo pour cet article qui est bien documenté .
J'ai vu un Fennec dans les dunes en 2010 . Et un autre dans les bras d'un enfant dans ces années là. En lisant l'inscription pour le fameux rallye de Merzouga les organisateurs emploient le terme " terrain de jeux" c'est stupide et révèle leur cupidité . J'ai déjà repéré 3 rallyes pour le mois de mai dans le sud marocain ...si quelqu'un en connait d'autres je suis preneuse de toutes infos de façon à les eviter .
J'ai vu un Fennec dans les dunes en 2010 . Et un autre dans les bras d'un enfant dans ces années là. En lisant l'inscription pour le fameux rallye de Merzouga les organisateurs emploient le terme " terrain de jeux" c'est stupide et révèle leur cupidité . J'ai déjà repéré 3 rallyes pour le mois de mai dans le sud marocain ...si quelqu'un en connait d'autres je suis preneuse de toutes infos de façon à les eviter .
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je me renseigne et je te dis ... j'ai quelques informateurs 😉😉😉😉
"N'ayez pas peur de la vie. N'ayez jamais peur de l'aventure. Faites confiance au hasard, à la chance, à la destinée. Partez, allez conquérir d'autres espaces, d'autres espérances. Le reste vous sera donné de surcroît"
Henry de Monfreid - trilogie de la Mer Rouge.
Merci Clo pour le partage de cet article !
Je pense qu'il mériterait d'être le sujet d'une nouvelle discussion.
Pourrais-tu préciser la date de l'article, et le début et fin de l'article (guillemets) ?
Il rassure. Espérons que ces efforts de protection seront plus fort que l'appât facile du gain. Cela devrait inciter à adopter de nouvelles attitudes professionnelles : préserver l'écologie et l'économie locales, c'est possible !
Début janvier, ce n'était pas encore le cas...
Il rassure. Espérons que ces efforts de protection seront plus fort que l'appât facile du gain. Cela devrait inciter à adopter de nouvelles attitudes professionnelles : préserver l'écologie et l'économie locales, c'est possible !
Début janvier, ce n'était pas encore le cas...
... là-bas si j'y suis...
C'est un article de :
Mustapha Elouizi du vendredi 24 mars 2017
Voici le lien Pourquoi est-il important de sauver Merzouga ? - Libération Maroc www.libe.ma › Régions
Cordialement Claude
Voici le lien Pourquoi est-il important de sauver Merzouga ? - Libération Maroc www.libe.ma › Régions
Cordialement Claude
"N'ayez pas peur de la vie. N'ayez jamais peur de l'aventure. Faites confiance au hasard, à la chance, à la destinée. Partez, allez conquérir d'autres espaces, d'autres espérances. Le reste vous sera donné de surcroît"
Henry de Monfreid - trilogie de la Mer Rouge.
Merci !
J'ai ouvert une nouvelle discussion avec cet article.
... là-bas si j'y suis...
Bonjour
C' était seulement le lien ci dessus.
Et la discussion est bien là. Là où nous écrivons.
J'avais mal compris , je pensais qu'il s'agissait d'une nouvelle discussion .
Pour alimenter ce fil je met ce lien , il s'agit d'une étude concernant
Tourisme saharien et développement durable Enjeux et approches comparatives
Jean Paul Minvieille .
http://horizon.documentation.ird.fr/exl-doc/pleins_textes/divers09-09/010045750.pdf
Attention , c'est long, tres interessant , pour ceux qui le souhaitent ils peuvent zapper directement sur ce qui concerne Merzouga et M'hamid . Le reste concerne le tourisme saharien en Tunisie .
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Oui, Hannah, il s'agit bien d'une nouvelle discussion.
Bizarre, moi non plus je ne la vois pas.
Peut-être les modos ont estimé que ce serait un doublon - ce qui n'est pas faux. mais ee pense qu'il est judicieux de le mettre en valeur par une autre discussion (pour ceux qui pourraient ne pas être intéressés par le sujet "rallye de Merzouga" (et ne pas le lire) et être intéressé par cet article).
Ou peut-être les modos n'ont pas encore eu le temps de la (in)valider... ;-)
Peut-être les modos ont estimé que ce serait un doublon - ce qui n'est pas faux. mais ee pense qu'il est judicieux de le mettre en valeur par une autre discussion (pour ceux qui pourraient ne pas être intéressés par le sujet "rallye de Merzouga" (et ne pas le lire) et être intéressé par cet article).
Ou peut-être les modos n'ont pas encore eu le temps de la (in)valider... ;-)
... là-bas si j'y suis...
Ah ! Youpie, je ne suis pas encore gâteuse . 😉
Le site a été remanié , la semaine dernière les secteurs se mélangeaient , et les avis n'arrivaient pas . Tout semble rentrer dans l'ordre mais il y a peut être encore quelques couacs .
Je te propose de reprendre ta discussion et de lui donner un titre évoquant les dégâts infligés au tourisme saharien par exemple .
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bonjour
sinon en plus calme il y a cela à Merzouga !
https://www.facebook.com/comitepourerfoud/photos/a.1592722230950811.1073741829.1588142318075469/1978028159086881/?type=3&theater
francia
le mérite d'un homme réside dans sa connaissance et dans ses actes et non point dans la couleur de sa peau ou de sa religion!
Khalil Gibran
Merci pour l'info , tu pourrait mettre cette photo dans ce post , ça irait dans le droit fil de cette discussion .
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voila !le mérite d'un homme réside dans sa connaissance et dans ses actes et non point dans la couleur de sa peau ou de sa religion!
Khalil Gibran
Bonjour
Je fais de la moto au Maroc et il ne me viendrais pas a l'idée d'en faire a Merzouga , qui n'est pas un endroit pour ça il y a bien assez de pistes pour ce faire plaisir , j'ai un fourgon aménagé et mon plaisir c'est le camping sauvage , mais avec le respect de la nature ( passage en camping pour vidange , poubelles etc .. , le problème c'est le comportement de certain et surtout le tourisme de masse . Quand je vois les rallyes motos quads camions faire leur cinéma dans les dunes sur les pistes , passer les bleds a des vitesses criminelles ca me rends fou !!! après on s'étonne des interdits et autres restrictions .
Je fais de la moto au Maroc et il ne me viendrais pas a l'idée d'en faire a Merzouga , qui n'est pas un endroit pour ça il y a bien assez de pistes pour ce faire plaisir , j'ai un fourgon aménagé et mon plaisir c'est le camping sauvage , mais avec le respect de la nature ( passage en camping pour vidange , poubelles etc .. , le problème c'est le comportement de certain et surtout le tourisme de masse . Quand je vois les rallyes motos quads camions faire leur cinéma dans les dunes sur les pistes , passer les bleds a des vitesses criminelles ca me rends fou !!! après on s'étonne des interdits et autres restrictions .
jipé
Le club s'agrandit 😉
Il n'est bien sûr pas question d'interdire la moto , ni certains 4x4 au Maroc , mais dans ces zones sensibles il me semble qu'il n'y a rien d'autre à faire .
De toute façon les amoureux du Maroc ne s'amuse pas à tout saccager.
Moi aussi ces concentrations me rendent dingues , d'autant plus que ce tourisme "sportif" de masse est totalement manipulé par les organisateurs de ces rallyes qui se font un fric fou .
Bonne soiree
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I’m reaching out to gather your thoughts on an itinerary (10 days... or more?) I’d like to do at the beginning of June 🙂.
Just so you know, I’m planning to do this trip solo (25 years old), using only public transport and just a backpack. I’ve already been to Marrakech and climbed Mount Toubkal two years ago...
I’ll be arriving in Tangier. Day 1-2: Explore the city center, hike around Cap Spartel... Day 3: Stop in Tetouan Day 4-5-6: Chefchaouen and a day hike in the Rif Mountains Day 6-7: Discover the city of Fes (I’ve heard so many great things!!) Day 8: Stop in Meknes and possibly visit the historic site of Volubilis Day 9-10: Rabat (I’ve heard mixed things... some good, some bad) After that, I have the choice of heading back to Tangier for my return flight... or going down to Agadir (also a possible return flight) and extending my trip by 5 days :)
From what I can tell, everything is well connected by bus (CTM) or train (ONCF). Another question: Is the vibe in Moroccan youth hostels for meeting people the same as what you’d find in Western Europe?
Thanks in advance for your replies and your kindness! 😊
I’m reaching out to gather your thoughts on an itinerary (10 days... or more?) I’d like to do at the beginning of June 🙂.
Just so you know, I’m planning to do this trip solo (25 years old), using only public transport and just a backpack. I’ve already been to Marrakech and climbed Mount Toubkal two years ago...
I’ll be arriving in Tangier. Day 1-2: Explore the city center, hike around Cap Spartel... Day 3: Stop in Tetouan Day 4-5-6: Chefchaouen and a day hike in the Rif Mountains Day 6-7: Discover the city of Fes (I’ve heard so many great things!!) Day 8: Stop in Meknes and possibly visit the historic site of Volubilis Day 9-10: Rabat (I’ve heard mixed things... some good, some bad) After that, I have the choice of heading back to Tangier for my return flight... or going down to Agadir (also a possible return flight) and extending my trip by 5 days :)
From what I can tell, everything is well connected by bus (CTM) or train (ONCF). Another question: Is the vibe in Moroccan youth hostels for meeting people the same as what you’d find in Western Europe?
Thanks in advance for your replies and your kindness! 😊
Tickets for entry to Majorelle Garden are only issued online via an official site
(though there are fraudulent sites out there). On the official site, they ask for legitimate info
(name, nationality, etc.). What made me go "hmm" was the request for both an email address
AND a password (with confirmation). Is this normal?
Thanks for your replies.
Hi there, a group of girlfriends and I are heading to Tunisia. We’d love to know how much cash we should bring for 6 days, considering everything’s already paid for at the hotel. Thanks for your tips!
Hi everyone! :)
I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary: From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure) Arrival and departure: Essaouira Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering? Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight) Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
All ears! :)
Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Clément
I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary: From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure) Arrival and departure: Essaouira Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering? Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight) Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
All ears! :)
Thanks in advance and have a great day!
Clément
A lot of people find it important to stick to their budget when traveling—not to skimp, but to visit as many places as possible since traveling is their hobby.
In this post, I want to share some tips for those coming to Morocco who want their trip to be budget-friendly.
1. Prebook everything: hotels or riads, car rentals, or tours. If you book these in advance, it’ll make your life easier. You won’t have to deal with hagglers or people trying to overcharge you for services that are available online for free. Use platforms like Booking, Expedia, carsrental.ma, Airbnb, and other booking services to get this done properly.
2. Exchange your money to Moroccan dirhams as soon as you land. 1 € is always a little over 10 dirhams, but many people get charged as if it were exactly 10 dirhams per euro.
3. When visiting an old site or the old medina, avoid talking to vendors and shop owners—they’re really good at getting your attention and making you overpay for things.
4. Ask your tour guide to buy things for you. Yes, they do get a commission, but you’ll probably pay way more if you buy something yourself that they can get cheaply.
5. Walk everywhere. You don’t need a taxi for every little trip. Pick a good location and walk—most Moroccan cities are safe during normal hours.
6. Buy your food, drinks, etc., from supermarkets at normal prices. They can’t overcharge you since they scan every product.
I think that’s it for now.
Take care
In this post, I want to share some tips for those coming to Morocco who want their trip to be budget-friendly.
1. Prebook everything: hotels or riads, car rentals, or tours. If you book these in advance, it’ll make your life easier. You won’t have to deal with hagglers or people trying to overcharge you for services that are available online for free. Use platforms like Booking, Expedia, carsrental.ma, Airbnb, and other booking services to get this done properly.
2. Exchange your money to Moroccan dirhams as soon as you land. 1 € is always a little over 10 dirhams, but many people get charged as if it were exactly 10 dirhams per euro.
3. When visiting an old site or the old medina, avoid talking to vendors and shop owners—they’re really good at getting your attention and making you overpay for things.
4. Ask your tour guide to buy things for you. Yes, they do get a commission, but you’ll probably pay way more if you buy something yourself that they can get cheaply.
5. Walk everywhere. You don’t need a taxi for every little trip. Pick a good location and walk—most Moroccan cities are safe during normal hours.
6. Buy your food, drinks, etc., from supermarkets at normal prices. They can’t overcharge you since they scan every product.
I think that’s it for now.
Take care
Hi everyone! 😊
We’re traveling as a family to Marrakech from April 19 to 24, and there’ll be 15 of us (all ages), staying in the Targa neighborhood (El Idrissi Street).
I’d love your advice on a few things! 🙏
🚗 Vehicle rental
We’re thinking of renting 3 cars. We’ve seen really low prices online, but often without insurance.
👉 Do you have any reliable contacts or personal experiences to share?
👉 Would you recommend getting specific “tourist” insurance?
🏛️ Visits – Bahia Palace & Saadian Tombs
We’d like to visit the Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs, but:
We can’t find single tickets online We only see guided tours with fixed times (like 9:30 AM / 4-hour tours)
👉 Do you know if it’s possible to book without a guide? 👉 Or do we have to buy tickets on-site? (We’re a little worried about crowds and lines, especially with older folks in the group.) 🍽️ Restaurants / meals We’ve spotted the Grand Bazaar Marrakech for a meal. 👉 Any thoughts? 👉 Could you recommend other restaurants in the same budget? (We’re a big group, so it needs to stay reasonable.) For lunch/snacks, we’ve seen:
Snack Toubkal Goûter Saveur
👉 If anyone’s been, I’d love your feedback! 😊 🛒 Practical info – Targa neighborhood We’ll be in Targa (El Idrissi Street). 👉 Are there shops nearby for quick groceries (breakfast, water, etc.)?
If you’ve got any great tips, contacts, or little tricks, I’d love to hear them! 😍 Thanks so much for your help! 💖
We can’t find single tickets online We only see guided tours with fixed times (like 9:30 AM / 4-hour tours)
👉 Do you know if it’s possible to book without a guide? 👉 Or do we have to buy tickets on-site? (We’re a little worried about crowds and lines, especially with older folks in the group.) 🍽️ Restaurants / meals We’ve spotted the Grand Bazaar Marrakech for a meal. 👉 Any thoughts? 👉 Could you recommend other restaurants in the same budget? (We’re a big group, so it needs to stay reasonable.) For lunch/snacks, we’ve seen:
Snack Toubkal Goûter Saveur
👉 If anyone’s been, I’d love your feedback! 😊 🛒 Practical info – Targa neighborhood We’ll be in Targa (El Idrissi Street). 👉 Are there shops nearby for quick groceries (breakfast, water, etc.)?
If you’ve got any great tips, contacts, or little tricks, I’d love to hear them! 😍 Thanks so much for your help! 💖
As-salamu alaykum!
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is... My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music. Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians? We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley. If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Mathieu
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is... My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music. Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians? We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley. If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Mathieu
Mid-May: arriving alone (so, a "petit taxi"?) at Marrakech airport around 4:30 PM,
is it advisable to take a taxi at the airport (cost?) or is it wiser to book one through the hotel before departure (which would cost me 20 €)?
I think I’ve seen lower fares elsewhere (12 €?).
Destination: Riad Sijane near Djemaa El Fna square. Thanks!
hi there
we’re heading to Hammamet in a few months
what would you recommend visiting for a week?
best regards
Hi there,
I’m planning my next trip outside Europe for next year, but unfortunately, I don’t have a choice with the dates—it’s late June to early July. Last year, I went to Japan for three weeks, and it was constantly 36-37°C with over 90% humidity. It wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t impossible either.
For Egypt, I know it’s a period to avoid if possible, but I’m thinking that by the sea, it might be manageable. Otherwise, I’ll consider another destination.
Day 1: Arrival in Hurghada in the evening Day 2, 3, 4: Hurghada Day 5: Hurghada, then drive to Luxor in the early afternoon Day 6: Luxor Day 7: Luxor, then drive back to Hurghada in the late afternoon Day 8, 9, 10, 11: Hurghada Day 12: Return flight
For the Hurghada trip, either rent a car or—easier—a private car/van. Is it worth adding an extra day in Luxor?
During the stay, we’re planning activities like camel rides, quad biking, jeep tours, snorkeling, and jet skiing.
Thanks for your replies
I’m planning my next trip outside Europe for next year, but unfortunately, I don’t have a choice with the dates—it’s late June to early July. Last year, I went to Japan for three weeks, and it was constantly 36-37°C with over 90% humidity. It wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t impossible either.
For Egypt, I know it’s a period to avoid if possible, but I’m thinking that by the sea, it might be manageable. Otherwise, I’ll consider another destination.
Day 1: Arrival in Hurghada in the evening Day 2, 3, 4: Hurghada Day 5: Hurghada, then drive to Luxor in the early afternoon Day 6: Luxor Day 7: Luxor, then drive back to Hurghada in the late afternoon Day 8, 9, 10, 11: Hurghada Day 12: Return flight
For the Hurghada trip, either rent a car or—easier—a private car/van. Is it worth adding an extra day in Luxor?
During the stay, we’re planning activities like camel rides, quad biking, jeep tours, snorkeling, and jet skiing.
Thanks for your replies
Hi there,
We’re planning a trip to Morocco in September-October in our Fiat camper van, which isn’t a 4x4 but has already handled quite a bit of rough travel. While reading up on southern Morocco, we’ve been drawn to the Aguinane oasis but I’m having trouble locating it on the map. Is it possible to get there without a 4x4?
Thanks for your help
Hi,
Does anyone know the address of a rose flower distillery in the Valley of Roses / Kelaa M'Gouna? A traditional distillery, not just the tourist shop.
Thanks a bunch!
Nicolas :-)
Does anyone know the address of a rose flower distillery in the Valley of Roses / Kelaa M'Gouna? A traditional distillery, not just the tourist shop.
Thanks a bunch!
Nicolas :-)