Morocco 12 day tour

Planet

CARBON REDUCTION

Throughout your journey in Morocco, we prioritize minimizing environmental impact while still enjoying the country’s spectacular landscapes—from the Rif Mountains and Middle Atlas to the Sahara Desert and vibrant medinas. The private vehicles used are carefully selected for fuel efficiency. Wherever possible, we consolidate transfers to reduce unnecessary trips and emissions.

We also encourage travelers to use refillable water bottles rather than purchasing single-use plastic bottles, especially during long drives and desert excursions. At our accommodations, from riads to desert camps, water and energy consumption is carefully managed: lights and air conditioning are used responsibly, and towels and linens are reused to reduce waste.

By choosing off-the-beaten-path locations, such as less-visited villages near Chefchaouen and the remote Dades Valley, we help avoid overcrowding at major tourist sites while also limiting the carbon footprint associated with mass tourism.

ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE

Morocco’s natural environments are integral to your journey. Guests have the opportunity to encounter unique flora and fauna, particularly while exploring the Sahara Desert, the Middle Atlas Mountains, and oasis towns like Erfoud. Wildlife you may see includes Cuvier’s gazelles, jerboas, and other desert-adapted species. Our local guides provide instructions on how to observe wildlife safely and respectfully, emphasizing minimal disturbance to their natural habitats.

The trip also promotes eco-conscious behavior in every destination. Travelers are encouraged to reduce plastic waste, conserve water, and remain aware of energy usage. Activities, including hiking to panoramic viewpoints and visiting nomadic families, are designed with environmental sensitivity in mind, ensuring that your interactions with nature are responsible and sustainable.

People

LOCAL ECONOMY

Our Morocco itinerary is built around supporting local communities and small businesses. Throughout the trip, we stay in locally-owned riads and hotels, dine in family-run restaurants, and work with local guides and artisans to provide authentic experiences. For example:

In Chefchaouen, you’ll visit a local family’s home for lunch, offering direct support to the household.

In Erfoud and Merzouga, excursions and desert experiences are operated by local guides and camps.

In Marrakech and Fes, guided tours of medinas highlight artisanal workshops and cooperatives, including leather, pottery, and argan oil cooperatives run by local women.

By prioritizing these local suppliers and family-run businesses, your trip actively contributes to the livelihoods of Moroccan residents and helps preserve traditional crafts and skills.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY, AND DIVERSITY

All guides, drivers, and suppliers involved in the trip are fairly compensated above local standards and provided with excellent working conditions. Exceptional service is recognized through performance-based bonuses, ensuring motivated and happy staff who can provide an outstanding experience.

This trip is fully LGBTQIA+ friendly, and all travelers are required to demonstrate respect and acceptance for all people. Our commitment to inclusivity extends to interactions with local communities: we prioritize working with businesses that treat their employees ethically and avoid those that exploit workers.

Additionally, your participation supports women-led enterprises, family-run farms, and community cooperatives. From shared meals with nomadic families in the Sahara to hands-on workshops at local artisan workshops, your journey fosters positive cultural exchange while promoting economic sustainability and social responsibility.