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Gap Year Travel in Morocco

Motorbikes on sand dune

Snake Charmers and Flying carpets

Morocco is a hive of activity and natural diversity set at the crossroads of the European, African and Islamic worlds.

Wide white beaches, snow capped mountains, sand dunes, cities, a rich architectural heritage and plenty of mint tea.

Essential info
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Get by on: £15 a day
What you’ll love

 

 The fresh orange juice in the Marrakesh markets

The colourful sights

OJ from the market in Marrakesh
What you’ll hate

 

 Market traders who don't understand the word 'no'

Crowds

Constant bargaining
Cost of a beer £1.50 (imported)
Must buy  Moroccan leather - it's supposed to the best in the world
Must do  Climb the 300m walls of the Todra Gorge - only 15m wide
Must Take  Long skirts / trousers
Sightseeing with your  ISIC At the African Art Gallery (Nairobi)- 50% off
Eat with your ISIC At Carnivore restaurant (Nairobi)- 10% off
Shop with your ISIC At Xtreme Outdoors (Nairobi) - 10% off

Explore Morocco, a land of diversity. The city of Marrakech will have you winding through the Souks (indoor markets to you and me), haggling over pottery, leather, silver and spices. Outside, the city is bustling with food sellers, snake charmers and musicians. Follow this with a venture across the plains of the Sahara desert by camel and jeep. Watch out for the sign that reads '52 days to Timbuktu'. Next, adventure through the dusty, dark Kasbahs, deserted over time. Drive your fellow travellers mad by repeatedly singing 'Rock the Kasbah'. From the desert, take a trip in to the Atlas Mountains. Trek the winding roads, past villages above the mist, to the peak of Mount Toubkal. Back down to sea level to the coastal town of Essaouira, where you can wander the port area and take a seat to sample a variety of freshly caught fish that are served one after another, until you say stop. Finish the day with a thorough wash and massage in the bathhouse, before enjoying a tasty Tajin of spicy meat and fruit, while relaxing back on the cushions of a local restaurant. Contributed by Katie Yeadon - STA Travel

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Whilst you're there

 Don't miss...
All the Moroccan highlights in just 8 days, the medina of Rabat, the labyrinth of the old city of Fes to the bustling bazaars of Marrakesh from just £47 per day.
A six day trek through the High Atlas, home to Morocco's mountain Berber people from just £43 per day.
Explore Morocco's evocative culture and medieval cities, from the barren Sahara desert to the blue Atlantic coastline from just £27* per day (*plus £90 local payment)
Shopping, camel trekking and camping under the stars just a few of the highlights in a 14 day Kumuka tour all from just £31 per day

The Redouane Hotel, Marrakech is located within striking distance of awesome Jamaa el Fna, this is the perfect place for visitors wanting to immerse themselves in the Moorish architecture of the Old Town, or just purchase a hookah - snooze here from £14 per night.

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