THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE
Skiing + Africa
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THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE > WHAT
✷ WHAT – Experience / 05-‐06 ✷ WHY – Highlights / 11-‐12 ✷ WHERE – Location / 07-‐08 ✷ WHO – Type / 13-‐14 ✷ WHEN – Season / 09-‐10 ✷ HOW – Process / 15-‐16
SOMETHING DIFFERENT
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Somewhere Different What’s different about this experience?
THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE At A Glance
COUNTRY: Morocco DURATION: 3 Nights
MONTHS: Jan -‐ Feb PRICE: £237
Something Different
ASSISTANCE: Helping Hand
Somewhere Different
SKIING
AFRICA
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Exotic skiing
Morocco’s Atlas Mountains
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THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE > WHAT
THE EXPERIENCE What happens on the experience? Read on to find out more about the itinerary.
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Arrival in Marrakech followed by a private airport transfer to your boutique riad accommodation in the medina where you will be greeted with Moroccan mint tea and sweet pastries. Head out in the evening to soak up the magical atmosphere.
MARRAKECH
Day in Marrakech to explore the souks, experience the medina and its vibrant street artists or simply relaxing in the peace and quiet of your riad with a hamam massage.
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MARRAKECH > ATLAS MOUNTAINS
MARRAKECH > HOME
Private transfer to Marrakech airport for flight back home.
Early morning transfer through the High Atlas Mountains over to the Oukaimeden Ski Resort by jeep for a day of skiing in an extraordinary climate, then travelling back to Marrakech to enjoy the evening.
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THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE > WHERE
THE LOCATION Where does the experience take place? Read on to find out more about the locations you’ll be visiting.
and woody scents of musk, rose and amber. Where the daily call to prayer echoes from the towering minarets that puncture the sky and struggles to be heard above the beeping cars and haggling street vendors.
Marrakech Anyone who is expecting modern sophistication and a tranquil paradise of calm is in for a shock. Marrakech is like no other place on earth, full of magic and mystery, mesmerising chaos and its own unique brand of unconventional beauty.
A sprawling labyrinth of dusty alleyways makes up the kaleidoscopic souks that burst to the brim with all manner of treasures and trinkets from hanging lanterns and tribal handwoven rugs to pyramids of rainbow-‐coloured spices and raw silk scarves and sparkling silverware. Meander through the souks in the late afternoon dodging donkey carts and mopeds that zig-‐zag through the crowds as you try your hand at haggling for that Aladdin-‐style silver lamp and those pointy-‐toed Babouche slippers.
The snow-‐dusted peaks of the High Atlas Mountains and the flaming red of the scorching desert create a backdrop of pure exoticism that will make you feel as though you’ve been pulled into a far-‐ flung world forgotten by the clutches of time. Just make sure you come prepared for a serious case of sensory overload! Once the hub of camel caravans from the south, this bustling North African city still throbs with energy both day and night. A place where the air is infused with an exotic blend of burning incense, spices, soldered metal, leather and the sweet
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as darkness descends. You’ve no choice but to delve straight into the thick of it, perhaps pausing to snack on pigeon pie and roasted snails atone of the dozens of food stalls that fire up their kitchens with charcoal smoke and vie for your attention amidst snake charmers, tooth pullers and zealous acrobats. Of course, the hectic madness of the medina is balanced perfectly with the oasis of peace and stylish sophistication of your riad where babbling water, rose petals and candlelit lanterns prevail. Treat yourself to an invigorating hammam massage before enjoying a decadent dinner at one of Marrakech’s chic restaurants where pastries are glazed with syrupy orange blossom water and rich tagines are laced with cinnamon and served with spiced couscous.
Atlas Mountains Part of North Africa’s greatest mountain range, the Atlas Mountains offer a welcome respite from the madness and mayhem of Marrakech. Life here is slower and more relaxed filled with wild nature and rural spirit. However, it’s the outstanding landscape that keeps us returning to the High Atlas. It’s ever-‐changing too with snow-‐dusted mountain peaks looming over deep green valleys dotted with clusters of walnut groves and Berber villages that nestle into the nooks and curves of clear mountain rivers. In springtime, almond blossom carpets the vast landscape and there’s even enough winter snow for skiing.
We dare you not to fall head over heads in love with spellbinding Marrakech.
The Berbers often refer to the High Atlas as ‘The Mountain of Mountains’, which pretty much sums up the overwhelming experience. Pure brilliance.
Make for the city’s lively main square just before dusk and watch the spectacle of Djeema el-‐Fnaa unravel before your eyes
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THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE > WHEN
THE SEASON When does the experience take place and which is the best month to book? The Season
are comfortable and there’s plenty of snow topping the Atlas Mountains making the scenery even more photogenic than usual. In terms of the amount and quality of snow in the mountains this is probably the best month to visit.
While the ski season in Morocco runs officially from December to March we only run our African Ski Experience throughout January and February as the cusp months can be unpredictable in terms of snow in the Atlas Mountains. The main difference between these two months is down to the weather you're likely to experience in Marrakech; the weather in the mountains is pretty stable throughout both January and February and as the skiing itself is more a novelty than anything else you're unlikely to be disappointed whichever month you choose to travel. See below for more information.
February: February is a lovely time to visit Morocco and the Atlas Mountains as temperatures begin to warm up a little and the sun shines stronger. If you're looking for the best snow for skiing it is advisable to avoid travelling towards the end of February as the snow begins to melt and the chances of widespread ice are higher than usual.
January: With lovely mild weather throughout the winter months, the temperatures in Marrakech throughout January 09
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THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE > WHY
THE HIGHLIGHTS Why is this experience so wonderful?
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Magic and mayhem in Marrakech
Once the hub of camel caravans from the south, Marrakech has been transformed into a destination hotspot for travellers far and wide. Yet the city strongly retains its exotic and magical qualities from the buzzing souks awash with rainbow colours to the old-‐age storytellers and snake charmers that pepper the market square. Marrakech represents a veritable feast for the senses that boasts tradition and modernity in equal measure. Mystery and magic bundled into one. We just love the thrill of bartering in the souks!
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How many people can claim to have skied in Africa? Well after this experience you can count yourself among one of the few that have! Although the skiing is more of a novelty than anything else, your day skiing in Morocco's very own ski resort at Oukaimeden will be an enjoyable and utterly surreal experience. Not to be missed!
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Skiing in Africa
Mountain of Mountains
Part of North Africa’s greatest mountain range, the Atlas Mountains are truly an inspiration to behold. Snow-‐ dusted mountain peaks loom over deep green valleys dotted with clusters of Berber villages that nestle into the nooks and curves of clear mountain rivers. Both the drive through the Atlas Mountains and the scenery overlooking this vast landscape are wonderful ways to take in the outstanding natural beauty, peace and tranquillity of the area.
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THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE > WHO
THE TYPE Who is this experience perfect for?
Group Type This experience is suitable for the following group types: ✓ Couples ✓ Friends ✓ Boys ✓ Girls ❋ Gifts & Occasions ❋ Snow & Ice ❋ Get Active ❋ The Great Outdoors
This experience is perfect for those with the following motivations: ❋ Action & Adventure ❋ For Him ❋ Escape
Motivation Type
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Personality Type This experience is suitable for the following personality types: ✓ Active Addicts ✓ Thrill Seekers
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THE MOROCCO SKI EXPERIENCE > HOW
THE DETAILS How to get there, enquire and book?
The Price
The Flights
For current prices please visit the website. This experience includes the following:
As a tour operator we are not able to offer flights. The listed airlines fly directly in and out of the arrival and departure airports for this experience:
✷ Transfers Private airport pick-‐up and drop-‐off All in-‐country transfers ✷ Accommodation 3 nights luxury riad accommodation in Marrakech with breakfast and mint tea
London > Marrakech Gatwick (EasyJet, BA, Royal Air Maroc) Luton (Ryan Air) Stansted (EasyJet, RyanAir) Other UK > Marrakech Bristol (EasyJet) Manchester (EasyJet) Dublin (Ryan Air)
✷ Activities 1 day ski experience at Oukaimeden ski resort Lift passes Ski equipment
✷ Other English speaking driver The Morocco Ski Experience booklet
The Process
The Assistance
Here’s more information on enquiring, booking and paying in 10 simple steps:
This experience is classified as ‘helping-‐hand’. This means: ü
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Select experience and booking page on website 2. Choose travel dates from availability calendar 3. Fill in details on enquiry form 4. Wait up to 24 hours for a response from our team 5. If availability is confirmed, we hold your places and you book your flights 6. Booking is processed and confirmed with deposit payment of 25% (if earlier than 6 weeks before start date) 7. Receive digital materials including a personalised trip itinerary and booklet 8. Outstanding balance is paid 6 weeks prior to departure 9. Pack your bags 10. Get ready for a unique travel experience!
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Structured itinerary and pre-‐ planned logistics Services and access to English speaking driver Private transfers Pre-‐booked accommodation, breakfast, activities and reservations Extensive digital information and handpicked recommendations for sights, bites and highlights
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Want to stay in Morocco longer? Add additional nights in Marrakech at the beginning or end of your stay or for something extra special book a couple of days at the enchanting Kasbah Bab Ourika retreat in the Atlas Mountains.
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THE INSPIRATION
Something else in Morocco
Like this experience? Then you’ll love these. ICE HOTEL
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SAHARA DESERT
THE HIGHLIGHTS ✷ Sleep under the stars in a traditional desert camp ✷ Ride a camel across the desert and watch the sunrise ✷ Journey through the epic Atlas Mountains ✷ Experience the magic and mayhem of Marrakech
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BROWN BEAR
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THE HIGHLIGHTS ✷ Spot wild bears at a Transylvanian hide ✷ Meet rescued bears at the Liberty Bear Sanctuary ✷ Track bears and bison in the Carpathian Mountains ✷ Visit Dracula’s Castle
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ALBANIAN ALPS
THE HIGHLIGHTS
✷ Hike through the beautiful Valbona Valley ✷ Trek over to the remote village of Thethi ✷ Enjoy genuine Albanian hospitality
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At Untravelled Paths we believe our innovative approach in combining unique experiences with unusual destinations makes for a winning travel formula. We also believe buying experiences is more important than buying things. That’s why our ‘something different, somewhere different’ experiences are filled to the brim with original and memorable moments to share with the people you love. An Untravelled Paths Experience is a life-‐long purchase that gets even better with time. Unlike other tour operators, our team is tiny. Don’t let this put you off though, for what we lack in manpower, we more than make up for in enthusiasm, passion and downright dedication. We pride ourselves on being able to add a more personal touch to the way we do things. Find out more about our other experiences at www.untravelledpaths.com
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