Wilderness Travel 2018 Catalog of Adventures

BARBARA WRIGHT

DATES Nov 5-18, 2017 Feb 17-Mar 2, 2018

HIGHLIGHTS • One of the most comprehensive experiences of Morocco! • Ride a camel or hike (or even a vehicle option) across the Sahara’s glistening sands • Meet the nomads of the High Atlas Mountains • Roam the labyrinthine medinas of medieval Fez and Marrakesh DETAILS • 14-day trip begins in Casablanca and ends in Marrakesh • 11 nights first-class and best- available hotels, 2 nights luxury tented camp • All meals included except 1 lunch and 3 dinners

Mar 17-30 Apr 14-27 Sep 15-28 Oct 13-26 Nov 3-16

TRIP COST $4895 (11-15 members) $5295 (5-10 members) Single supplement: $720

TRIP LEVEL 1 2 + 3 4 5 6 7 Cultural exploration and walking tours, 2-day camel trek with optional 2-4 hours hiking a day, altitudes between 4,000-6,000 feet, 4WD vehicle support

BARBARA WRIGHT

SAN ROSTRO

landscape of red cliffs, fig orchards, and sculpted red-rock formations. En route, we should see nomad families camped with their flocks of sheep. On our way to Marrakesh, we visit the spectacular mud-brick citadel of Ait Ben Haddou, a World Heritage Site. Day 11 Essaouira Whitewashed houses with blue shutters and ornate doors give the 18th century walled town of Essaouira a decidedly Mediterranean atmosphere. We explore the port, where bright blue fishing boats lie at anchor, and the bustling fish market. This charming town has cast its spell on many artists over the years—Orson Welles filmed scenes for the film Othello here in 1949. Days 12-14 Marrakesh Once known as the “red city” for its rose-tinted buildings, Marrakesh has Berber rather than Arab origins. We explore the 11th century medina and the central square called the Djemaa el Fna, replete with snake charmers, fire-eaters, and fortune tellers. In the fabled souks, we find traditional artists on every corner and everything from pottery and fabrics to silver and spices on display. Depart on Day 14.

GUIDO COZZI

ON OUR WEBSITE MOROCCO: THE HIGH ATLAS TREK

Join us for a six-day trek through the striking High Atlas Mountains, with an optional hike up M’Goun (13,343 ' ), the third highest peak in North Africa. Our hike brings us through picturesque mud-brick villages, and higher up, we meet nomadic shepherds. We often visit homes to share a cup of mint tea with these friendly, open, mountain people. Our journey also explores the medieval walled city of Fez and the storied bazaars of Marrakesh, where artisans beckon. Jul 28-Aug 11, 2018. From $4395.

CHRISTIAN GOUPI

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