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Women's Expeditions
Morocco: Women's Expedition
8 days • 4.9
5
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106 reviews
8 days
Start
Marrakech, Morocco
Finish
Marrakech, Morocco
Trip Code
XMRW
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Gite (2 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights)
From £916(8 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Find out what it means to be female in Morocco as you travel with an all-women group, a local female leader, the M’Goun Valley’s first local female guide and meet plenty of inspiring women along the way.
Learn from the best as you take part in a traditional couscous cooking lesson, find out how to make fresh khobz (flatbread), and be welcomed into the home of a local woman in Marrakech for a meal you won’t forget.
Spend four days hiking between remote villages in the M’Goun Valley, accompanied by a local female guide who will bring the region to life with her incomparable knowledge and experience.
Dine on delicious local cuisine as you enjoy a private performance by The Houariyates – a female music band that will fill the room and your heart with joyful songs praising and celebrating women.
Visit the historic town of Ait Benhaddou and its iconic mudbrick ksar. You’ll soon see why this eye-catching site has been used as a backdrop in many famous films.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, Amal. Donations support them to provide women in Morocco with culinary skills training to help improve livelihoods. Tuuur will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip involves walking from 4 to 7 hours on Day 3 to 6. The walks will lead you through picturesque valleys, but the terrain may be unstable, rocky and hilly. Consider appropriate footwear and necessary clothing, including a warm jacket and raincoat.
You’ll need to bring a 3/4 season sleeping bag on this trip. Even though you’ll be staying in guesthouses and gites, they may not be heated, so a warm sleeping bag is essential.
The village accommodation on this trip is simple and you’ll be sharing rooms with other female travellers. On Day 5 there are two big rooms for the group so you may share your room with up to five other travellers. Bathroom facilities are shared, but you can expect a hot shower each evening.
Itinerary
Leave the beaten path behind on an unforgettable women’s-only expedition
Join a women’s-only adventure for an unforgettable expedition to the remote and less-travelled reaches of Morocco. Begin in Marrakech, then set off to experience the side of Morocco they don’t tell you about in the guidebooks. Break bread with Amazigh families in remote homes, see how an artist co-op is empowering female rug-weavers in small villages, take in the beauty of the far-flung M’goun Valley over four days of hiking with the region’s first local female guide, and enjoy the singing and dancing of Moroccan women in cultural ceremonies in rural communities.
Inclusions
Meals
7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nights), Gite (2 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights)
Included activities
Bou Tharar - Amazigh music and local songs
Agouti - Couscous demonstration
Bou Tharar - Hike to Agouti
Amejgag - Rug-weaving workshop visit
Agouti - Hike to Amejgag
Amejgag - Moroccan breakfast preparation
Issoumar - Folk tales and music
Amejgag - Hike to Issoumar
Bou Tharar - Farm visit
Bou Tharar - Amazigh dress and make up
Issoumar - Hike to Bou Tharar
Ait Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk
Marrakech - Home-cooked dinner
Marrakech - Houariyates performance
Optional activities
Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride - MAD1999
Marrakech - Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour - MAD438
Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage - MAD750
Marrakech - Quad Biking the Rock Desert & Palmgrove - MAD715
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Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 2 and 6 (Gite) and Days 3, 4 and 5 (Guesthouse) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Reviews (104)
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4 stars
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3 stars
1
Ninisha Nina
Apr 18, 2025
Excellent enjoyable, more women only groups, be inclusive to allow disabled, elderly and vulnerable people to partake
Janet
Apr 17, 2025
My Women’s walking expedition in Morroco was a truly amazing experience. Our guide Hanane was a gem. She was kind, patient and helpful, with a great sense of fun. She had excellent knowledge of the local area, and always found out answers to any queries. The accommodation was basic in some of the villages, but we had been pre warned about this, and it was very clean and comfortable and added to the adventure. The food was delicious. I loved trying all the Moroccan recipes. Our cooking team were amazing too. We were provided with wonderful picnic feasts during our walks, and lovely breakfasts and dinners too. We were waited on hand and foot! It was my first time travelling alone, so I was apprehensive, but I had nothing to fear. I was looked after so well. I loved the daily rhythm of walking all day. There were a couple of long walks, and some gentler ones too, but I managed well. I was glad of my walking poles and good hiking boots. All in all, I had the most wonderful experience and plan to have another Intrepid adventure when I get the chance. Thank you!
Emily
Apr 16, 2025
This trip was so incredible - wonderful people, amazing views, excellent food, and such a good way to experience Moroccan culture away from the extreme business and touristy-ness of Marrakesh. The hikes were challenging but doable even for a person who is in okay but not great shape, and I had support and encouragement from our trip leader and guides and other members of the group the whole way. There was a small issue/miscommunication with our hotel bookings but it was cleared up and didn't detract from the overall trip experience. Our amazing group leader and local guides are definitely a big part of what made the trip as good as it was. This was my first trip with Intrepid and I was really impressed, it was so nice to have everything figured out and arranged for us and just be along for the adventure. I would definitely recommend this trip and I'm already thinking about where I'll go for my next one!
Linda
Apr 16, 2025
This was my first trip with Intrepid, and it exceeded my expectations! A huge thank you to our guide, Hanane, and the incredible team of Mama Bhia, Maleka, Mohammed, Abassou, and of course, the mules. I loved how well prepared this trip was, all the delicious food we had, and especially Maleka's bread on the rocks, which was a highlight for me. The hiking was fantastic, and the group of lovely women I met made the experience even more special. I definitely recommend this trip!
Lara
Apr 13, 2025
An extraordinary experience. Partly the luck of a fantastic group of women, but the shining lights were our wonderful guide, Hanane, and the team of local guides and supporters, headed by the unforgettable Mama Bia. Challenging heights, refreshing green spaces, delicious fresh food (bread!), kind people, cute lambs, laughter, singing, dancing, learning.
Kelsey
Apr 13, 2025
Amazing experience with wonderful women. This trip was a great way to connect with the beautiful scenery and people of Morocco. Our tour group was incredible, and I am so thankful to have shared this experience with them. If you get the chance, document all the delicious types of bread that will be shared with you throughout the trip, starting at the beginng!
Melania
Dec 14, 2024
What an unforgettable trip, thanks to our exceptional guide, Hanane, and the incredible support team of Mama Bia, Abassou, Mohamed, and Maleka. From insightful leadership and local knowledge to delicious meals, including amazing bread baked on river rocks. The team ensured every detail was taken xare of as we crossed the High Atlas Mountains. Their dedication made Morocco a special place in my heart.
Nour
Dec 08, 2024
A magical trip into the berbere culture. Everything was amazing from the food to the view and the hike. Our guide Hanane was very helpful and caring for all of us. My first intrepid trip was a success. Thanks!
Pamela
Dec 07, 2024
This trip was an absolutely amazing experience, you certainly won’t regret booking it, go on, do it.
Sophie
Nov 23, 2024
Our women’s trekking trip in Morocco was unforgettable, led by the amazing Fatimazahra. Her knowledge, warmth, and passion enriched every moment. She shared Morocco’s beauty and candidly discussed the challenges women face, inspiring us with her resilience. A perfect blend of adventure and cultural connection—highly recommended!
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