| This magnificent trek between the ocean and dunes is conducted at the slow
relaxed pace of the camel caravan. Only a few fishermen and numerous birds
interrupt the solitude of the coast as we follow the coast passing immense
beaches interrupted by shapely dunes and sometimes breathtaking cliffs
sculptured by the sea. We pass through small oasis and occasional protected
areas such as the famous forests of argane oil trees. Camps are beside creeks
or on beaches, with numerous opportunities to swim in the ocean.
Day 1 Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Marrakech.
Day 2 Transfer by road to the atmospheric, ancient coast town of Essouire (2h 30m).
After visiting the ramparts of the town we start of the trek on the Cap Sim
beach where we meet our camel team.
Day 3 Walk towards the marabout of Sidi Kaouli situated on a beautiful beach
encircled by sand dunes. Camp on the beach
Day 4 Trek between the dunes and the sea meeting fishermen. Shower under the pretty
warm waterfalls at Sidi M'Barek. Swimming possible. Camp near the waterfall.
Day 5 Continue trekking along the coast. Discover the deep caves hidden in the
hollows of the high cliffs. Camp at Sidi Ahmed Saih in a superb wild creek
amongst the argane trees bordered by an immense beach. This place is
frequented by seasonal fishermen who live in little huts. Swimming is possible.
Day 6 We arrive today at the point where the Atlas Mountains finally terminate at
the edge of the sea in an argane forest. Camp near Tafedna, a little fishing
village.
Day 7 Return to Marrakech in the morning. Free time to explore the town. Night in a
hotel.
Day 8 Transfer to the airport.
Cultural aspects: Thanks to the trekking team that takes you for the most part into the heart of
the Berber culture you will be able to meet with the local people and discover
their customs and ways of life. In addition to this your Berber guide and
trekking team will take it upon themselves to show you their people's culinary
and cultural specialities. You will be more appreciated and accepted if you
respect their culture and their codes of dress (avoid scant clothing which can
shock or make the people you meet ill at ease).
Trekking team: A Berber guide who speaks English, a cook and camel drivers from the Essaouira
region. Food on trek: Our Berber cook each day will prepare a variety of well-balanced meals,
principally based on fresh produce. Breakfast: tea, coffee, hot chocolate,
bread, jam, honey, margarine, cheese, corn flakes. Lunch: salads, rice,
lentils, beans, tuna, patès. Dinner: meat and vegetable dish, couscous, soup,
pates. Dried fruits during rest stops. Equipment suggestions: Mountain walking boots, trekking sandals for the beach ,a day sack (30-35l).
warm jacket or duvet jacket, windproof and water proof jacket, light weight
walking trousers or shorts, swimming costume, towels, sun glasses, sun hat and
warm hat, 2l water bottle , sun-cream head torch, first aid kit water purifying
tablets, toilet paper and lighter. Luggage: Camels will carry your luggage except for your daily requirements: sun-cream,
camera, water bottle etc. Preparation:
Physical condition This is a gentle trek involving little height gain or loss and the time spent
walking is relatively short allowing plenty of time to enjoy the campsites,
swimming, playing beach games or relaxing.
Climate The weather is generally warm and sunny, The wind from the ocean keeps the
heat down,
In general included in our prices: All transportation, three star hotel bed and breakfast accommodation in
Marrakech, all food on trek, guides, permits, cooks, camels, all camp equipment Not Included:Bar drinks, tips, meals in Marrakech except for breakfast, insurance. | 
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