ECO_CULTURAL JOURENY THROUGH SOUTHERN MOROCCO

Embracing the travel lifestyle in Morocco means immersing yourself in a rich tapestry of history, tradition, and everyday Moroccan life. It’s about more than visiting cities—it’s about sipping mint tea in a local café, getting lost in the maze-like medinas, or sharing a home-cooked dish with a Moroccan family. This cultural approach to travel values authentic experiences, respect for Moroccan customs, and a deep appreciation for the country’s diverse heritage—from the ancient streets of Fes to the Sahara nomads. It’s a lifestyle that invites you to live Morocco, not just see it.

Starting from $1500

6 to 10 days

Eco-Cultural Journey Through Southern Morocco
Destination ( southern Morocco )
Experience Morocco responsibly by immersing yourself in the rich traditions of its southern regions. Stay in eco-lodges, support local cooperatives, and engage with Berber communities while exploring oases, valleys, and the Sahara—without leaving a heavy footprint.
Eco-Friendly Highlights 
•Stay in solar-powered guesthouses and earth-built kasbahs
•Participate in craft workshops with women’s and artisan cooperatives
•Farm-to-table meals with locally sourced ingredients
•Use of local guides and community-owned transportation
•Minimal plastic use, with refillable water stations and canvas bags provided

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech

  • Airport pickup and eco-friendly transfer to traditional riad

  • Welcome dinner featuring organic Moroccan cuisine
     Overnight in eco-conscious riad in the Medina

Day 2: Marrakech Cultural & Artisan Tour

  • Guided walking tour of historic medina: Bahia Palace, Jewish Quarter, souks

  • Visit artisan cooperatives: leatherworkers, potters, herbalists

  • Workshop with a local craftswoman (e.g. henna, weaving, or cooking)
     Overnight in Marrakech

Day 3: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Aït Benhaddou – Skoura

  • Scenic drive through High Atlas Mountains

  • Visit Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO ksar

  • Arrive in Skoura Oasis: palm groves and small-scale farming

  • Dinner with a local family or in a kasbah guesthouse
    Overnight at eco-lodge or kasbah in Skoura

Day 4: Skoura – Valley of Roses – Dades Gorges

  • Visit rose distillation cooperatives in Kelaat M’Gouna

  • Trek through Berber villages and farms in the Dades Valley

  • Optional cooking class with seasonal local ingredients
     Overnight in a sustainable guesthouse

Day 5: Dades – Todgha Gorges – Tinghir – Merzouga

  • Morning visit to Todgha Gorges

  • Stop in Tinghir to explore community gardens and water systems

  • Continue to the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga

  • Camel ride to desert camp
    Overnight in eco-luxury camp (solar energy, biodegradable materials)

Day 6: Nomad Encounter & Desert Culture

  • Visit a semi-nomadic Amazigh family and learn about their traditions

  • Help prepare tea or tagine; share stories with a translator

  • Afternoon at leisure: sandboarding or meditation in the dunes
     Overnight at desert camp

Day 7: Merzouga – Alnif – Agdz (Draa Valley)

  • Scenic drive via Alnif, known for fossils

  • Visit Kasbah Tamnougalt and nearby sustainable farming projects

  • Organic dinner featuring local ingredients
    Overnight at eco-lodge in Agdz

Day 8: Agdz – Anti-Atlas Villages – Tafraoute

  • Journey into the Anti-Atlas Mountains, off the tourist trail

  • Visit Amazigh granaries, argan cooperatives, and painted rock formations

  • Learn about water harvesting techniques in arid villages
    Overnight in eco-guesthouse or rural ecolodge

Day 9: Tafraoute – Tiznit – Atlantic Coast (Sidi Ifni or Mirleft)

  • Drive to the coast via Tiznit, known for silver craftsmanship

  • Arrive in Sidi Ifni or Mirleft for a final night of sea breeze and relaxation

  • Optional sunset walk or beach clean-up initiative
    Overnight in eco-lodge or coastal ecoluxury retreat

Day 10: Return to Marrakech or Agadir (Departure)

  • Transfer via private eco-vehicle
    Drop-off at Marrakech or Agadir airport

Accommodation

  • 9 nights in eco-friendly lodges, kasbahs, riads, and desert camp

  • Locally owned, sustainable accommodations with minimal footprint

  • All accommodations include breakfast

  • Desert camp uses solar power, compost toilets, and eco-showers

Meals

  • 9 breakfasts

  • 7 dinners (locally sourced, organic when possible)

  • 3 optional lunches with local families or cooperatives

  • Bottled mineral water provided throughout

 Transportation

  • Private fuel-efficient vehicle with professional driver

  • Airport transfers (arrival & departure)

  • Camel transfers in desert

  • All fuel, tolls, and permits

Guided Experiences

  • National English-speaking guide with eco-tourism experience

  • Local licensed guides in Marrakech, Aït Benhaddou, Todgha, and Tafraoute

  • Hands-on workshops and cultural encounters

  • Community visits arranged with ethical guidelines

  • All monument entrance fees included

 Sustainability Features

  • Small group (or private) low-impact travel

  • Support for local cooperatives and women-led enterprises

  • Visits to off-grid communities and permaculture farms

  • Zero single-use plastics policy

  • Cultural etiquette briefing & optional offset donation

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