Back from 3 weeks in Morocco in April (page 3 of 10)

thanks Jean hope you're having a great Sunday! France

Yes, I can confirm it’s easy to get to Sidi Flah by the track. It’s really pretty and very peaceful. But we didn’t go for a swim.

In April, the water was higher in the Dadès, so swimming was more pleasant.

The souk in Skoura was supposed to leave the city center and move outside on the road to Sidi Flah. Has this happened yet or not?

We always saw some water at Sidi Flah, but not a lot. It was still really beautiful though.

Yes, I confirm it’s easy to get to Sidi Flah by the track. It’s really pretty and very quiet. But we didn’t go for a swim.

No problem with a rental car? We’ve been warned so much about the tracks.

No problem at all. We rented a Logan and drove there without any issues.

It's an impeccable track that seems like it'll be paved in the near future, as the souk is set to move and relocate along this road. And it's the road to the Bouskour mines.

The next morning, we wake up early—and it’s a good thing because we’ve decided to head to the Valley of the Roses. We set off toward El Kelaa N Gouna with the lightly dusted peaks in the background; it snowed overnight.



We’re still surprised to see so much water in the wadi.



After picking up a few things for our picnic, we head to the Valley of the Roses. The gardens are surrounded by rose hedges, and the harvest isn’t over yet.





At one point, coming out of a bend, we’re surprised to see an entire herd making its way through the wadi. The scenery is stunning, and the sight is magnificent.



The nomads water their animals and leave right after.



In the village of Boutrahar, it’s laundry day. A lively and colorful scene.



And just outside the village, it’s the kingdom of poppies. A feast for the eyes. ...Another one...





We have our picnic at the bottom of the valley by the water, with a view of the small cereal fields. It looks like rice paddies.

On the way back, we stop in front of a crumbling kasbah that still has a proud air about it.



Both people and animals seek shelter from the sun.





The return to Skoura is filled with good spirits. Everyone’s happy to be back in the warm atmosphere of the guesthouse—and to enjoy Ghizlane’s delicious dishes.

hi there it really is a beautiful valley! I was there in April last year too—few tourists but gorgeous vegetation! thanks for the photos! francia

Really beautiful trip. And your photos are amazing. Thanks

It's beautiful, it's the Morocco I love. Thanks for sharing it with us.

In Morocco, we love taking photos. The landscapes are just made for it. And this year, it was extraordinary. Even the landscapes we’ve already photographed countless times—we just can’t resist the temptation...

Our last day will be dedicated to relaxing and strolling through the palm grove. Mohamed booked donkeys, and the kids are loving it. A lovely walk and some great encounters.



A snack break at the downtown bakery and an unusual delivery of paws at the butcher’s.



The next day, we’ll head back toward Marrakech for a short stop before catching our flight.

And we’ll have a strange experience, sitting at a ground-floor terrace on Djema El F'na Square, enjoying tea and a broken coffee. After we’d been there for about fifteen minutes, a Finnish couple will approach our small table. Without a word or even a glance, they’ll sit down at our table—even though plenty of other tables are free around us. Why, you ask? So they wouldn’t have to order anything. The woman will eventually order a soda. Unbelievable but true... Other people from the same group will join, sitting six at the same table, ordering one coffee for all of them, and pulling beers out of their bags. The waiter will step in to explain that this isn’t acceptable... And yet, it really happened...

So that’s the end of these three weeks—three amazing weeks that call for more.

Great trip. Lovely photos. Thanks. Three weeks was amazing. Can't wait for our next trip—it won’t last 3 weeks, but it’ll still be a treat for the whole family. A return to Morocco.

So when’s the next trip?

Nothing's set in stone yet. But as soon as possible. Not this summer, obviously. But late 2017 or spring 2018. So, we'll have to be patient.

A little hello from Morocco! Everything’s going wonderfully well. The only thing is that roses are pretty scarce in the valley. The season is short. But what a scent!

Thanks Daniel for the photos!! Just pure enchantment!

A.

Thanks to both of you. And Jean, enjoy Morocco even if the roses are fewer in number.