Morocco Reviews
Review 1
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
Taking REAL hammams, rather than tourist ones. Seeing the stars from the middle of the mountains, unencumbered by light pollution. The sense of achievement each day as my dust-covered, sweat-encrusted body relaxed with a mint tea and some broken biscuits. Nuts (don't ask!).
How would you rate the tour leaders?
On this tour - functional but uninspiring. On my last tour (Sri Lanka Discovery) - absolutely amazing.
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
Sort of. I feel that I physically saw parts of the country that I would never have otherwise visited, but the interaction with local people was almost non-existent. I think this was cultural - we were provided with everything we needed, so I didn't feel like our presence was resented or unwanted in any way - we were just not there to socialise, I guess.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
DO IT!!!! Imaginative Traveller make everything so easy, without losing any of the integrity of travel. You'll see and do more than you ever could in the time availble if you were organising it yourself and get more out of every trip. I will never use another company to undertake this sort of trip.
Reviewed by Karen Nicholson who travelled in August 2007 on the High Atlas Trails trip
Review 2
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
The market place in Marakesh - the noise, the colour and the people.
How would you rate the tour leaders?
Very helpful in giving pointers and information, out going and friendly.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
Finacially yes...
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Definitely worth going on tour with a small group - more flexibility but also get to see things that you wouldn't if you were travelling solo.
Reviewed by Elisabeth Hobbs who travelled in April 2008 on the Moroccan Highlights trip
Review 3
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
The tour had a lot of variety - markets, culture, music, camel treks, history, etc. Also, it helped that it was only a small group (9 people).
How would you rate the tour leaders?
The tour was all very well organised, and the tour leader was professional throughout.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
Yes, definitely. Most accommodation seemed to be owned by local people (although this is sometimes hard to tell).
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
I think so. Considering the tour was two weeks, you wouldn't expect to cover everything (for instance, I would have liked the chance for a lengthy hike on a day or two), but given the timeframe, it was the best the tour could do.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Morocco, being a Muslim country, is not the sort of place to go to for wild drunken parties. If that's what you want with travel, then go elsewhere. Otherwise, if you're interested in something a bit more in-depth and cultural, it's worth a look.
Reviewed by Bruce Robinson who travelled in June 2006 on the Deserts and Kasbahs trip
Review 4
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
The market place in Marakesh - the noise, the colour and the people.
How would you rate the tour leaders?
Very helpful in giving pointers and information, out going and friendly.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
Finacially yes...
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Definitely worth going on tour with a small group - more flexibility but also get to see things that you wouldn't if you were travelling solo.
Reviewed by Elisabeth Hobbs who travelled in April 2008 on the Moroccan Highlights Trip - 4th Oct departure trip
Review 5
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
The tour had a lot of variety - markets, culture, music, camel treks, history, etc. Also, it helped that it was only a small group (9 people).
How would you rate the tour leaders?
The tour was all very well organised, and the tour leader was professional throughout.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
Yes, definitely. Most accommodation seemed to be owned by local people (although this is sometimes hard to tell).
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
I think so. Considering the tour was two weeks, you wouldn't expect to cover everything (for instance, I would have liked the chance for a lengthy hike on a day or two), but given the timeframe, it was the best the tour could do.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Morocco, being a Muslim country, is not the sort of place to go to for wild drunken parties. If that's what you want with travel, then go elsewhere. Otherwise, if you're interested in something a bit more in-depth and cultural, it's worth a look.
Reviewed by Bruce Robinson who travelled in June 2006 on the Deserts and Kasbahs Oct 11th trip
Review 6
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
The market place in Marakesh - the noise, the colour and the people.
How would you rate the tour leaders?
Very helpful in giving pointers and information, out going and friendly.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
Finacially yes...
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Definitely worth going on tour with a small group - more flexibility but also get to see things that you wouldn't if you were travelling solo.
Reviewed by Elisabeth Hobbs who travelled in April 2008 on the Moroccan Highlights trip
Review 7
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
The tour had a lot of variety - markets, culture, music, camel treks, history, etc. Also, it helped that it was only a small group (9 people).
How would you rate the tour leaders?
The tour was all very well organised, and the tour leader was professional throughout.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
Yes, definitely. Most accommodation seemed to be owned by local people (although this is sometimes hard to tell).
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
I think so. Considering the tour was two weeks, you wouldn't expect to cover everything (for instance, I would have liked the chance for a lengthy hike on a day or two), but given the timeframe, it was the best the tour could do.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Morocco, being a Muslim country, is not the sort of place to go to for wild drunken parties. If that's what you want with travel, then go elsewhere. Otherwise, if you're interested in something a bit more in-depth and cultural, it's worth a look.
Reviewed by Bruce Robinson who travelled in June 2006 on the Deserts and Kasbahs trip
Review 8
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
Taking REAL hammams, rather than tourist ones. Seeing the stars from the middle of the mountains, unencumbered by light pollution. The sense of achievement each day as my dust-covered, sweat-encrusted body relaxed with a mint tea and some broken biscuits. Nuts (don't ask!).
How would you rate the tour leaders?
On this tour - functional but uninspiring. On my last tour (Sri Lanka Discovery) - absolutely amazing.
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
Sort of. I feel that I physically saw parts of the country that I would never have otherwise visited, but the interaction with local people was almost non-existent. I think this was cultural - we were provided with everything we needed, so I didn't feel like our presence was resented or unwanted in any way - we were just not there to socialise, I guess.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
DO IT!!!! Imaginative Traveller make everything so easy, without losing any of the integrity of travel. You'll see and do more than you ever could in the time availble if you were organising it yourself and get more out of every trip. I will never use another company to undertake this sort of trip.
Reviewed by Karen Nicholson who travelled in August 2007 on the High Atlas Trails trip
Morocco Forum Feedback
Star of David
I'm going on the 15 day Sahara trek in Morocco. I have a Star of David tattoo on my upper arm. I don't intend to wear tank tops or anything like that. But I was wondering if there are any precautions I should take? Thanks.
Sahara Camel Trek - Access to Equipment
Since most of our equipment will be carried by camels between Oum Jrane and Tanamouste, will they normally be within sight of us and therefore allow us opportunities to have access to our equipment during the day or will the camels leave us behind and head towards the evening camp site thereby not allowing us any opportunities to have access until that evening? I am trying to determine how much equipment I need to carry between when camp breaks up in the morning and when camp is set up that evening.
Weather Conditions
I will be on the Sahara Camel Trek (MPSC) on Feb 28 - Mar 14, 2009. What low temperatures can be expected during the trekking phase (Oum Jrane to Tanamouste)? Trying to determine what type of sleeping bag to take as well as whether to bring gloves and a woolen hat for warmth. Will the wind conditions be right for the creation of sandstorms during the trekking phase? Trying to determine if I need to bring a mask to protect the face and goggles to cover the eyes. What amount of rain, if any, can be expected to fall in Marrakech? Trying to determine whether I need to take any rain gear.
15 Day Sahara Camel Trek, Morocco. Feb 28, 2009
I'm in Texas, USA. Did the Everest Base camp trek 2 years ago w/Imaginative-Traveler. Excellent trip. Looking forward to Morocco trip.
Shoes and Night Goggles in the Desert
I'm going on the 15 day camel trek w/9 days in the desert. I've heard you should wear everything from sandals to hiking boots. What are the best kind of shoes to trek in the desert? Also, I've heard that you can see a lot of wildlife at night w/night goggles and it's really amazing. Is it worth buying them?
