Tour 11-Days Big Ktm-Desert Adventure From Ouarzazate Through The

Guide

• Assistance/Guide with 4x4-car and Mechanic • Private professional Motorbike guide • Private Local Guide In Marrakech City

Transport

• Motorbike Rental (one per person) • Fuel • Assistance/Guide with 4x4-car • Arrival Transfer in Ouarzazate and departure Transfer in Marrakech

Meals

• 10 x breakfast • 9 x pic nic lunch • 8 x dinner

Insurance

• Insurance for the Motorbike during the Tour (only for the Motorbike, not personal insurance or liability insurance)

Others

• Mineral Water: 3l per person/day • Tea break every afternoon

Accommodation

• 1 Overnight in Ouarzazate in a Standard Riad • 1 Overnight in Tinghrir in a Standard Riad • 1 Overnight in Zagora/Draa Valley in a Superior Riad • 1 Overnight in Erg Chegaga Desert in a Standard desert Camp • 1 Overnight in Tata in a Standard Hotel • 1 Overnight in Assa in a Standard Hotel • 1 Overnight in Tafnidilt a Standard Hotel or Riad • 1 Overnight in Mirleft in a Standard Hotel • 1 Overnight in Ouled Berhil in a Standard Hotel • 2 Overnights in Marrakech in a Superior Riad or Hotel

Not included:

Optional

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITY The Client will be held responsible for any damage due to negligence in operation of the motorcycle. The participants in a motorcycle tour are fully aware of the risks and dangers involved and accept full liability. They also are themselves responsible for any damage caused to third parties and agree to forgo all claims against “Explore Morocco Travel” and its employees for any personal damages occurring during the tour. All complaints must be reported immediately to the tour guide and cannot be considered at a later time. We do not accept any liability for delays caused by breakdowns or necessary repairs to motorcycles or transportation vehicles during the tour. Any disputes arising will be settled before a competent court of law in Morocco. CONDUCT Explore Morocco Travel and its designated representatives reserve the right to disqualify any person as member of any trip or tour, should such person’s actions or general deportment impede the operation of the trip or the rights or welfare or enjoyment of other members of the trip. Refunds are usually not given under these circumstances. In such extraordinary instances when a refund is granted, the limit of Explore Morocco Travel’ re-imbursement will not exceed the cost of unused services. PERSONAL INSURANCE: There is no insurance available locally to cover injury to the rider, or medical bills and repatriation costs resulting from an accident. It is OBLIGATORY that clients take out additional insurance at home, at their own expense, to cover such things as tour and travel cancellation/interruption, personal accident, health and medical, repatriation, property loss, etc. Clients may be refused access to "Explore Morocco Travel"-equipment if evidence of such insurance cover is not shown at the start of the tour. WEATHER CONDITIONS "Explore Morocco Travel" strives to schedule its tours at a time of the year when the weather in the touring area is usually pleasant for motorcycling. Our tours pass through areas where changes in weather conditions can be sudden and dramatic. Explore Morocco Travel cannot be made liable for unfavourable weather conditions and no refunds are made for such conditions. We reserve the right to make route modifications as necessary to improve the trip quality or to accommodate the well-being and comfort of our clients. RIDER REQUIREMENTS: Riders must be at least 18 years of age, and must hold an unrestricted motorcycle license of unlimited capacity motorcycles from their country of residence. All local traffic rules must be complied with. Your tour leader will give each rider a briefing about local speed limits, and other applicable traffic regulations. It is the rider’s responsibility to adhere to all traffic regulations. Helmets are mandatory at all times. Riders must adjust their riding to accommodate changes in the weather, road conditions and other road users. They hereby acknowledge that motorcycling can be a dangerous activity, they are aware of the risks involved, and fully accept these risks. They are solely responsible for keeping their motorcycle under control, selecting proper speeds, (riding at appropriate speeds for the conditions) and adhering to the country’s road traffic laws. Riders are solely responsible for their choice of riding style and speed selection even when following a tour guide in a convoy formation with other motorcyclists. Riders, their heirs, successors, and assignors agree to release, indemnify, and hold Explore Morocco Travel, its agents, contractors and employees, harmless from any and all liability or claims directly or indirectly related to participation on a tour. PHOTOGRAPHIC AND FILM RECORDS: "Explore Morocco Travel" reserves the right to take photographs or film records of any of its trips, and to use any such photographs and film records for promotional, sales, brochures, or other commercial purposes. DAMAGE POLICY Included in the rental fee, "Explore Morocco Travel" will furnish one motorcycle to each client. If during the course of the tour, the client’s motorcycle cannot be used due to damage caused by an accident or negligent use, then the client will be required to return back to Explore Morocco Travel premises in either Marrakech or Ouarzazate by public transportation. A second motorcycle will not be furnished to the client. The cost of returning by public transportation will be the sole responsibility of the client. Explore Morocco Travel will not be held liable for such costs. The Client hereby agrees to assume all responsibility for costs incurred due to damage to the motorcycles and riding gear which result from accidents and/or negligent and careless riding. In the event of such aforementioned damage, the cost of this will be assessed and deducted from the client’s deposit. MEDICAL & HEALTH ADVICE Clients with existing medical conditions should make them known to "Explore Morocco Travel" before the start of the tour, given that clients will be, at some time during their trip, in some of the most remote places in Morocco. Under certain circumstances, evacuation could be prolonged, difficult, expensive or impossible. Clients should take special care. If they feel sick, they should tell us so we can start making arrangements for evacuation should it become necessary. Hospital facilities are good in Morocco. WHAT IS NEEDED An inclusive tour means just that. Full board and accommodation are included in the tour price, as of course are bike hire, back-up and 3rd party insurance cover. The only extras you would need to pay for upon arrival in Merzouga would be riding equipment (available also for rental for 20 *uros per day), drinks and souvenirs, should you find that essential purchase in one of the local markets. Insurance cover - local third party insurance cover is provided, but it is essential that you take out your own travel insurance to cover medical, repatriation and legal fees. You will also need a full bike licence. CHECKLIST OF THINGS TO BRING WITH YOU • small back pack • lip balm, sweat wicking t-shirt • cycling shorts • thermal underwear in the winter months • outer water-proof rain gear for Coastal and Mountain tours from December through May • medical tape for hands (to reduce blisters) • sun lotion • torch or head-lamp (Petzl) • bath towel, bar of soap and shampoo • diarrhoea medicine • your favourite pain killer or anti-inflamatory medicine (just in case you have a little mishap) • ear plugs

Flights

• No flights included. You can fly either to Ouarzazate or Marrakech. We will be happy to arrange transport to Ouarzazate for you if needed.

Others

• Flights • Riding gear • Personal Insurance/Liability insurance • Tips There is no insurance available locally to cover injury to the rider, or medical bills and repatriation costs resulting from an accident. It is OBLIGATORY that clients take out additional insurance at home, at their own expense, to cover such things as tour and travel cancellation/interruption, personal accident, health and medical, repatriation, property loss, etc. Clients may be refused access to equipment if evidence of such insurance cover is not shown at the start of the tour.

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Day 1 Day 1: Ouarzazate - Skoura Valley - Tamalout - Dades Valley - Tinghir
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Ouarzazate - Skoura Valley - Tamalout - Dades Valley - Tinghir

Your great Adventure with the Motorbike through the South of Morocco starts with the morning pick up in your accommodation in Ouarzazate. Today, we ride over will be mainly fast and smooth tracks in the morning, a good introduction to desert riding later on. A deep gravel river bed provides a challenge, though we make sure there are enough stops for you to catch your breath. We will offer riding tips as the day progresses for those who need them. A picnic lunch followed by another gravel river bed, then a traverse of a large plain on fast, packed clay tracks bring us to Tinghir, the mountain village where we will spend the night in a Standard Riad with dinner included.
Day 2 Day 2: Tinghir - Alnif - Taghbalt - Zagora/Draa Valley
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Tinghir - Alnif - Taghbalt - Zagora/Draa Valley

Today, we start with an interesting tarmac road, which winds through the foothills of the High Atlas until we reach our first fuel and coffee stop, where we hit the dirt on a beautifully flowing track through the hills, whick gets increasingly rough and challenging throughout the morning. A steep, and if there has been recent rain, rocky mountain pass awaits us at the end of the morning. Enjoy your picnic lunch on the road side before the mountains are becoming increasingly canyon-like. A dramatic descent down the side of a canyon brings us out onto the green and lush Draa Valley. A delightful piste runs through the ancient mud walled villages of this famous region, though there is the option of following the assistance vehicle on road to the hotel if you prefer. Overnight in a Superior Riad in Zagora including dinner.
Day 3 Day 3: Zagora - Tamegroute - Mhamid - Erg Chigaga
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Zagora - Tamegroute - Mhamid - Erg Chigaga

This morning after breakfast, we ride to the top of Jbel Zagora, the 300 m hill next to the city which offers fantastic views of the Draa Valley to the North, and the desert to the South. We then head South on old Rallye-tracks, where you can practice the skill of keeping the bike stable at high speed. After our picnic lunch we head off on the fast and flowing tracks that head west to the sand dunes of Chegaga. Upon arrival at the Desert Camp, we enjoy a break at the shade of the restaurant tent with some cold drinks before heading out into the dunes later in the afternoon for some dune practice. You will enjoy your inner at the desert camp, followed by music around the camp fire. Enjoy the starry sky, look for shooting stars and dance around the campfire!
Day 4 Day 4: Erg Chigaga - Lake Iriki - Foum Zguid - Tassint - Tata
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Erg Chigaga - Lake Iriki - Foum Zguid - Tassint - Tata

It’s worth it to get up early today and to enjoy the dramatic desert sunrise on the top of a dune next to the camp before breakfast and “kit up”. This morning, we continue the traverse of this section of the Sahara, heading west in direction Foum Zguid. Initially rocky, the piste quickly smoothes out, and we are soon sailing across the (usually) dry lake bed of Lake Iriki. Find out how fast a KTM will really go - if you dare.

We pick up an old Dakar-Rallye-piste which brings us into the town of Foum Zguid, where we’ll enjoy our lunch. Fast and flowing tracks take us South, until we arrive at the Draa river bed, which we follow westwards. Some flat plains enable us to enjoy high-speed riding for much of the day, with occasional halts as we pass through some of the military check points that indicate our close proximity to Morocco’s Southern border with Algeria. Overnight in a Standard Riad in Tata with dinner.
Day 5 Day 5: Tata - Akka - Icht - Assa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Tata - Akka - Icht - Assa

Continuing in a south-westerly direction today, we follow the Draa river heading towards the coast. Some very enjoyable, little used tracks are awaiting us; fast and flowing with some sandy sections. A detour in the afternoon takes us along a palmtree lined desert canyon where there are Neolithic rock paintings. Again, a picnic “on the road” for lunch. Overnight in a Standard Riad in Assa including dinner.
Day 6 Day 6: Assa - Anti Atlas - Tan-Tan - Tafnidilt
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Assa - Anti Atlas - Tan-Tan - Tafnidilt

A short tarmac stretch to start the day takes us to the end of the tarmac road in this lightly-populated and -travelled area of the country. We’ll pass through our final “check point” of the tour as we leave Torkoz, before we head East across the rocky flood plains of the Anti Atlas mountains. We cross two mountain passes, before an afternoon drink stop at the impressive deserted Foreign Legion fort of El Aiyoun du Draa. A further hour off-road brings us out onto the Tan-Tan road, just North of the Draa river. Due to these tracks being lightly used by tourist traffic, many of the tracks we cover are poorly maintained, requiring a high level of concentration. Picnic lunch along the road.
Day 7 Day 7: Tafnidilt - Sidi Ifni - Mirleft
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Tafnidilt - Sidi Ifni - Mirleft

We experience our last taste of the desert this morning as our first piste brings us out to the Atlantic coast. We’ll follow a rugged coastal track for the rest of the morning which brings us to our lunch stop at the former French Foreign Legion Fort BouJerif. Our afternoon track will lead us down onto the beach where we’ll ride past 2 rusting ship-wrecks. We continue northward up the coast to the small town of Mirleft where we’ll enjoy the night at a popular surfer & biker Auberge. We’ll arrive in plenty of time to enjoy the sunset over the waves.
Day 8 Day 8: Mirleft - Aglou - Oulad Berhil
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Mirleft - Aglou - Oulad Berhil

After a short tarmac liason, we’ll continue northward up the Atlantic coast on a spectacular piste that combines sand and coastal scenery. Be sure to have your camera ready! After a picnic lunch, we’ll head in-land following twisty, sandy pistes. We’ll make good use of the GPS to make sure we find our way through the maze of criss-crossing tracks. We’ll spend the night in a local Kasbah-Auberge in Oulad Berhil including dinner.
Day 9 Day 9: Ouled Berhil - High Atlas - Agafay - Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Ouled Berhil - High Atlas - Agafay - Marrakech

Our final day of riding will be one of the most spectacular ones as we climb up and over the High Atlas mountains. The morning piste includes twisty mountain tracks, which are taking us to an altitude of 2’400 m. A steep descent follows on the other side which will bring us down past an abandoned French gold mine. We’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at a small Berber Restaurant. A twisty tarmac liaison to start the afternoon will allow you to try out your supermoto skills as we follow a river valley down to the start of our final piste. The last piste of the tour takes us up on top of the Plateau de Kik, and then down into Marrakech.

Overnight in Marrakech in a Superior Riad (no dinner included).
Day 10 Day 10: Fullday City Tour In Marrakech
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Fullday City Tour In Marrakech

Today, you turn from saddle to sandals and explore the Medina of Marrakech together with your local guide.

In the morning, you’ll visit the famous Palais de Bahia, with its fantastic courtyards and mosaic walls built for Bou Ahmed. Stroll through the Jewish Quarter and notice the difference in architecture in this district. Visit the hidden Saadian tombs built during the reign of Sultan Ahmed El Mansour in 1557.

You’ll arrive at the Koutoubia mosque and the Djemaael Fna-square, where you can drink some fresh pressed orange juice while observing the bustle of the snake charmers, henna tatoo artists and water sellers.

After lunchbreak in one of the numerous restaurants near Jemaa el Fna, you’ll visit the beautiful Majorelle Garden in the afternoon. This botanical garden is a quiet oasis and the formerhome of the famous french designer Yves Saint Laurent. Nowadays, the bright blue villa contains a Berber Museum.
Day 11 Day 11: Departure From Marrakech - End Of Your Tour
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Departure From Marrakech - End Of Your Tour

Breakfast in your Riad and, depending on your departure time, transfer to the airport for your flight back (or start of your individual program). Have a safe journey and see you soon again!

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11-Days Big Ktm-Desert Adventure From Ouarzazate Through The

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Itinerary of your trip 11-Days Big Ktm-Desert Adventure From Ouarzazate Through The

Day 1: Ouarzazate - Skoura Valley - Tamalout - Dades Valley - Tinghir

Day 2: Tinghir - Alnif - Taghbalt - Zagora/Draa Valley

Day 3: Zagora - Tamegroute - Mhamid - Erg Chigaga

Day 4: Erg Chigaga - Lake Iriki - Foum Zguid - Tassint - Tata

Day 5: Tata - Akka - Icht - Assa

Day 6: Assa - Anti Atlas - Tan-Tan - Tafnidilt

Day 7: Tafnidilt - Sidi Ifni - Mirleft

Day 8: Mirleft - Aglou - Oulad Berhil

Day 9: Ouled Berhil - High Atlas - Agafay - Marrakech

Day 10: Fullday City Tour In Marrakech

Day 11: Departure From Marrakech - End Of Your Tour

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