SEXCURSIONS OFFERED BY HABTI VOYAGE

 

ASNI OUIRGANE
From a height of 1150 meters, you will discover the beauty of the lush valley of Asni, near Jbel Toubkal, the highest mountain of North Africa. Two rivers join to form the Asit Reraia Valley, planted with olive trees. Near the river, a traditional Berber village offers several attractions, such as the "saline village" and pedestrian walks. A road trip in a 4X4 vehicle, a visit to the weekly souk, the ruins of Tin Mal, and lunch are included.

ESSAOUIRA
Founded in 1760 by the Sultan Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Essaouira is a city you will fall in love with. A Frenchman, Theodore Cornut, designed the architecture of the city that gave Essaouira a European character with a Moroccan influence. The ramparts divide the old city in several picturesque areas- two Kasbahs, one Medina. Situated near the Atlantic Ocean, Essaouira, a pleasant swimming station, offers a temperate climate, and a beautiful beach with fine sand. You will discover many areas of woodcrafts while walking in the streets of the city and will enjoy a lunch based on a village specialty: fish.

OURIKA

Located near Toubkal, 45 kilometers from Marrakech, is the Ourika Valley, the most beautiful and lush valley of the Atlas Mountains, with its groves of walnut and fig trees and picturesque villages. At Sitte Fatma, a popular camping spot, have lunch and see the seven waterfalls. Also included is a visit to an experimental botanical garden and potters' village.

MARRAKECH*CASABLANCA*RABAT
DAY 1: Depart at 8:00am for Casablanca via Settat. Guided tour in Casablanca - the avenue of the cornice, visit the mosque Hassan II, the United Nations Plaza, the Mohamed V Plaza, lunch in a restaurant. Afternoon - leave for Rabat. Dinner and accommodation in 4 star hotel.

DAY 2: After breakfast, tour of the city: the Méchouar (Royal Palace), the Kasbah of Chellah, the Hassan Tower, the Kasbah of Oudayas and the mausoleum of Mohamed V. Return to Marrakech for lunch in a Moroccan restaurant.

MARRAKECH*OUARZAZATE*ZAGORA
DAY 1: Travel Marrakech-Tinghir-Gorges de Todgha. After breakfast, depart for Ouarzazate via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass where the contrast is really amazing between the North side (relatively humid) and the South side (pretty dry) of the Atlas Mountains. At Ouarzazate, visit the internationally renowned movie studio and visit the Taourit Kasbah. Lunch in a restaurant at Ouarzazate. In the afternoon, depart for Zagora, passing by the Draâ Valley. Once there, ride camels for 1.5 hours to a bivouac, where nomads will be waiting with mint tea and a Moroccan tajine. Night under a Touareg tent.

DAY 2: Very early in the morning, contemplate a beautiful sunrise while enjoying breakfast. Return to Zagora with the camels and then to Marrakech via the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou.

MARRAKECH*ESSAOUIRA
DAY 1: Depart Marrakech for Essaouira (175 kms) previously an ancient Portuguese fortress. Visit the city and the area of the arts and crafts. Enjoy lunch in a restaurant where you can savor the specialty of Essaouira: fresh fish. In the afternoon, depart for Agadir and spend the night in a hotel.

DAY 2: Visit the city after breakfast and return to Marrakech via Chichaoua after lunch.

MARRAKECH*OUARZAZATE*GORGES OF TODGHA

DAY 1: Depart from Marrakech early in the morning for Tizi-n-Tichka, the highest road passage in Morocco (2260m). Discover the beautiful landscapes of the Atlas Mountains, and then go to Ouarzazate. Here you will visit the Kasbah of Tourirt and have lunch. During the afternoon, visit the Valley of the Roses and spend a night in the Gorges of Todgha, located between two cliffs.

DAY 2: After breakfast, drive from Ouarzazate to Aït Ben Haddou, one of the most famous Ksars of the Moroccan south, where you will have lunch and then return to Marrakech.

MARRAKECH*FEZ*BENI MELLAL
DAY 1: Depart for Marrakech via Casablanca and Rabat. Lunch on the way. Arrive at Fez and check into a 4 star hotel. During the afternoon, visit Fez al Bali, the Medersa of Karaouines, the different arts and crafts showcases, the Méchouar of the Royal Palace, the Mellah, Fez al Jedid, the museum, Bad Boujloud and the ruins of Merinides where you will enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of the Medina. Dinner and evening at the hotel.

DAY 2: From Beni Mellal visit Ain Asserdoum, crossing the Atlas Mountains via Irfrane, Azrou, and Khenifra. Lunch at a restaurant. Return to Marrakech in the afternoon.

DUNES OF MERZOUGA
DAY 1: Travel Marrakech-Tinghir-Gorges de Todgha. After breakfast, depart for Ouarzazate via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass where the contrast is really amazing between the North side (relatively humid) and the South side (pretty dry) of the Atlas Mountains. Lunch at Ouarzazate, and depart for the Gorges of Todgha by Kelâa M'Gouna, continuing on to the Valley of Roses. Tour the Gorges, followed by dinner and night at the Yasmina Hotel.

DAY 2: After breakfast, depart for Merzouga via Rissani, continuing on to the Dunes of Merzouga, which have an amazing color at sunset. Dinner and overnight in a nomad tent.

DAY 3: Depart from Marrakech via Tinghir-Boumalne de Dadès with lunch on the way. Return to Marrakech in the afternoon via Ouarzazate, over the Tizi-n-Tichka pass.

VISIT MARRAKECH
OPTION #1

Founded by the Al-Moravides and well known for the length of it ramparts - 19kms - the visit of the city starts by the Saadian Tombs, a 16th century mausoleum holding several members of the Saadian dynasty. Following a tour of El Bahia Palace, known for its architecture and gardens where many Moroccan artists display their art, see the Dar si Said Musuem showing renowned Islamic art as well as jewelry, carpets and arms. Finally visit the "souks" and the "medina" (a World Heritage site) to shop and admire Moroccan crafts, the Medersa Ben Youssef (16th century Koranic school) and the famous Jemma el Fna town square.

OPTION #2
Although Marrakech is famous for its rose red walls made from the pink sand of the region, the city is also well known for its beautiful flower gardens and green spaces with their wide variety of tree species. A visit to the Majorelle Gardens is a perfect opportunity to discover and admire the wonderful combination of colors and perfumes of flowers, fountains and alleys. These gardens, just renovated by Yves St. Laurent, also have an Islamic art museum. Finally, an invitation to a Moroccan palace, with the opportunity to savor tea and Moroccan pastries, will offer you a tremendous demonstration of the art of painting and makeup using henna and an exposition of traditional Moroccan women's customs and carpets.