The Challenge

Trek the Atlas Mountains, bike through the wilderness of the Moroccan mountain ranges and explore the wonders of Marrakech on this family friendly Moroccan Multi Challenge in aid of A Smile for a Child. A true Moroccan adventure which can be enjoyed by all!

The Project

The project is based in Marrakech and there are many activities you could be involved in during your time helping there. The project provides shelters, education, social integration and legal assistance to hundreds of street children in the area and it is anticipated that the group could provide assistance such as helping to paint or decorate one of the shelters or schools, build a playground, or other such activities. Your help will go a long way to improving the lives of the local people and you will leave feeling as if you have really made a difference

Itinerary

Day 1 (Sat 27 Oct): London / Marrakech
Depart London for Marrakech. On arrival you will be met by your local guide and transfer to a central hotel for a welcome dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2 (Sun 28 Oct): Marrakech / Toubkal National Park
Transfer to Imlil (approximately 1.5 hours drive) which is located in the Toubkal National Park. Immediately after arriving set off for a one day trek, returning to the Guesthouse for the night. Your trek will take you around 6 hours and through juniper forests, villages and up to high passes of 2500m for spectacular views of the surrounding peaks before returning to Imlil for an overnight stay and hearty dinner.

Day 3 (Mon 29 Oct): Toubkal National Park
Today we will spend a full day mountain biking in the national park, going on a round trip from Imlil and back via Berber villages and other local sites of interest. Overnight at the Guesthouse.

Day 4 (Tue 30 Oct): Toubkal National Park / Marrakech
Transfer back to Marrakech and freshen up at your hotel. This afternoon you will have a visit to the project for a briefing and introduction.

Days 5 (Wed 31 Oct) & 6 (Thu 1 Nov): Marrakech
Spend two full days assisting at a local project. Specific activities will be confirmed closer to departure but it is expected that you will be involved in decorating and improving the shelters for the children, or possibly constructing a play area or garden for the children to play in. Your work will be invaluable.

Day 7 (Fri 2 Nov): Marrakech
A free day in Marrakech for sightseeing and shopping (optional excursions can be arranged). Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant tonight.

Day 8 (Sat 3 Nov): Marrakech / London
Transfer to the airport to fly back to London.

N.B. This itinerary may change due to unusual weather patterns, wildlife movements, the ability of the group and so on. We will do our best to keep to the set itinerary however we cannot be held responsible for changes that might occur outside of our control. In all such circumstances your guide and tour leader will have the final say in the interest of the health and safety of the group.

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