Morocco. Mount Toubkal. (Summmer)

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1 Morocco Mount Toubkal (Summmer)

2 MorocCO Mount Toubkal (Summer) TRIP GRAD Medium DATES: October 2017 DURATION: 7 Days Nature is never far away in Morocco. Desert, mountains, valleys and sea - the country has plenty to offer fans of the outdoors! Hikers of all levels will love walking the Moroccan mountains. Among the temperate peaks of the Rif mountain range, its cliffs jutting out into the Mediterranean make this under-explored region magical. The lakes are packed with trout waiting for amateur fishermen. The more sporty will want to tackle the challenges of the Middle and Upper Atlas mountains on foot, by mountain bike or in a paraglider, or to practice mountain climbing, canyoning or pot-holing. Its summits can reach 4000m high. Ifrane, the little Moroccan Switzerland, may come as a pleasant surprise with its summer coolness, winter snow and traditional muleski trails. Nothing is as indescribable as a stay on the edge of the desert... Head to Ouarzazate to discover its immensity and colours. At night, opt for an encampment in the desert, a chalet in the mountains and, wherever you are, bed and breakfast with the locals for an unforgettable and authentic experience. These are at the heart of the Moroccan identity, like palmtrees, argan oil and the honey from its lavender. Looking out over the Atlantic, you will be enchanted by the turquoise waters of Dakhla bay! There you will meet migratory birds and pink flamingos. In Morocco, every taste is naturally catered for! PAYMENT OPTIONS Deposit Full Payment Land Only Monthly 8 Monthly Payments I letsgo@thebucketlistcompany.co.uk

3 DAY I - Depart UK and arrive in Marrakech. DAY2 - You will be transferred from Marrakech to Imi Oughlad (1350m). You will then trek to Tizi n Tacht Pass (2100m) and Tizi Oussem (1800m). where you will sleep overnight at a berber house. DAY 3 - In the morning you will trek from Tizi Oussem (1800m) to Tizi Mzik Pass (2489m) and then Imlil (1740m) where you will sleep overnight at a guesthouse. DAY 4 - Today you will trek from Imlil (1740m) to Refuge Toubkal (3206m). DAY 5- Trek from Refuge (3206m) to the Summit of Mount Toubkal (4167m) and then back via the Refuge and Imlil to Marrakech. You will be transferred to a luxury Riad in Marrakech where you will spend the evening in a relaxing spa. DAY 6 - This is your well earnt free day to explore all the Marrakech has to offer. Enjoy your last night in the luxury Riad ready for departure in the morning. DAY 7- Depart and fly back to the UK. ITINERARY I letsgo@thebucketlistcompany.co.uk

4 GENERAL INFORMATION EXPEDITION COST All accommodation is included as well as a11 flights and transfers; internal air tax; all meals; any permits and entry fees to any regions and sites visited as part of the itinerary. Expedition Insurance, Group Equipment, Safety Equipment. Also included is your own Expedition manager and 24 UK Operations and emergency cover whilst you are in country. Experienced the Bucket List Company leaders are also included, along with a local support crew of local guides, and cooks. The tour cost does not include personal equipment, entry visa, tips for local crew, or personal spending money. FLIGHT INFORMATION Group flights leave from London Heathrow or Gatwick and are booked through Wexas Travel Ltd under ATOL licence By travelling with The Bucket List Company your finances are protected. Our itineraries are always based on current flight schedules and are therefore subject to change by the airline. TRANSIT STOPS When booking group flights we endeavour to find the best flights that match our itinerary. There are often no direct flights to our destination, so do be prepared for transit stops; bring a good book or chat to your fellow explorers! Airlines that do offer direct flights rarely offer competitive rates for groups. Please remember that the main purpose of our trips is to be reasonably priced. CULTURAL DIFFERENCES AND FOREIGN TRAVEL Everyone wants to travel to have new experiences and our trips are no different. We will let you have new experiences that will push you out of your comfort zone. This is all part of the challenge you are signing up for. The main things you will need to bring with you to gain the most out of your trip are a sense of adventure and a sense of humour, with these in tow you will have a brilliant trip. ACCOMMODATION We will be staying in either hotels, hostels, tents or huts depending on the finalised itinerary. FOOD All meals are included from when we get to our camp and depart the camp to head home.

5 GENERAL INFORMATION DIETARY REQUIREMENTS Being vegetarian or having other dietary requirements is not usually a problem provided you let us know well in advance. If you know there are plenty of, foods you cannot eat you may wish to bring extra snacks from home so you can top up your energy supply. PASSPORT, VISA and VACCINATIONS British nationals do not require a visa to visit Morocco. Your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay in Morocco. No additional period of validity beyond this is required. Contact your GP around 8 weeks before your trip to check whether you need any vaccinations or other preventive measures. CLOTHING EQUIPMENT We know what you need! Therefore our equipment list will mean that you will be perfectly attired and outfitted for your whole trip and well under baggage allowance. A full list of what we recommend will be sent to you upon booking confirmation. We find most people already have in their possession what is necessary for a trekking trip and very little else in the way of specialised equipment is required. LUGGAGE Luggage is best carried in a large Kit bag (100 litres+). This makes it easier to find the things you are looking! If you need help and support on what to buy please contact us. We can also sell you the kit you require through our extensive network of suppliers. WEATHER Morocco is at its best in spring (mid-march to May), when the country is lush and green, followed by autumn (September to November), when the heat of summer has eased. At other times, don t underestimate the extremes of summer heat and winter, particularly in the High Atlas, where snowcapped peaks persist from November to July. If you are travelling in winter, head for the south, although be prepared for bitterly cold nights. The north coast and the Rif Mountains are frequently wet and cloudy in winter and early spring.

6 GENERAL INFORMATION FITNESS AND SAFETY Safety is our major concern with any trip we run. All of the guides are chosen for their extensive international experience. They each have at least 10 years running expeditions around the world. All have first aid qualifications of the highest standard including at least one medic on each trip. We carry an extensive First Aid kit and Satellite phones with us at all times. There are no special requirements for this trip, except a huge sense of adventure. There are no restrictions providing you are in reasonable physical shape. Medical forms will be handed out in the booking packs for you to let us know of any medical conditions or allergies you have. TRAINiNG WEEKEND You will have a training weekend with a difference, you will find out more details once you have booked!! TRIP SUPPORT Your trip will be lead by an experienced member of the Bucket List Company. Our leaders are selected and trained by us to make sure they have the correct skills and personality to give you the experience of a lifetime. You will be in safe hands with one of our leaders. Our leaders are UK based and love what they do. The leader will also be supported by an in-country team of guides and crew, the in-country team are also English speaking. All of our leaders/staff are also supported by our UK 24 Hour support Hub. The office is manned with a team that are on hand 24 hours a day to liase with leaders, Insurance companies and our on call doctors. This is our essential contact point for every trip. TIPS FOR LOCAL CREW If you feel you have been looked after well, then it is always a nice gesture to tip those who have worked with you Whether it be the people who have cooked for you, guided you, and got you to the top of the mountain. The expectations may vary depending on itinerary.

7 GENERAL INFORMATION DOSSIERS Once we have received your booking form you will be issued with your expedition dossier, this will give you the following information; Detailed Itinerary Kit List Training Guide Medical information Expedition Training Weekend information CARi3ON Oi:FSETTiNG We encourage all our customers to offset emissions connected with their trip. You can offset at any time in the lead-up to departure by visiting Climate Care. FREEBIES All team members will get a T-shirt and DVD -With all of our trips we film on the go. When we are back in the UK the footage and photos are edited together to create a short film of your memories of your trip included within the package, and hopefully we can all get together again for the premier of the film!!

8 MoroCCO Mount Toubkal (Summer) Rock And Rapid Adventures Hacche Mill, South Molton Devon EX36 3NA Phone: Website.