Cycle Morocco's Great South

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Average Review Rating: from 10 reviews.

Amy Dempsey

CYCLE MOROCCO'S GREAT SOUTH

Written April 2012
A fantastic bike trip through the Atlas Mountains, each day of biking was more beautiful than the day before. I really fell in love with Morocco on this trip, and the biking routes were unbelievable. Lots of great rides through isolated areas and tiny villages - the mountains and the desert were all amazing to see.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
All of the hill climbs! Going down the Tizi-n-Test pass was terrifying but I was happy to make it through. The long descent on day three or four into Tarfroute was awesome.
What did you think of your group leader?
Alex was a great group leader - very helpful, fun, and on top of everything. No complaints!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
There are a lot of long climbs on this - it would definitely have been helpful to practice hill climbs ahead of time. Bring some warm clothes even in April. Bring waterproof gear in case it rains! I was nervous ahead of time about being on really busy roads, but for the most part there was not much traffic where we were riding, which was great. When there is traffic, be careful, because there are some crazy drivers. The first hotel we stayed in after leaving Marrakech was a bit bare bones, but they are all better after that. Sometimes there is no hot water, but it's Morocco, so you just have to accept that, and most of the time there was hot water.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Really, really great trip! My first group biking trip and I'm already planning the next one.
Tatiana Mota

CYCLE MOROCCO'S GREAT SOUTH

Written April 2012
Very good experience, great landscape and good organization.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Descending the Atlas Montains, Berber tea and hospitaly, seeing the compassion in our driver's eyes.
What did you think of your group leader?
He is great, very organized and precise.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be physically prepared for very high ascendings!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I wish we had more sightseeing and stops at historical places along the way.
Sarah Stevenson

CYCLE MOROCCO'S GREAT SOUTH

Written February 2012
First time to Morocco and what a fabulous way to expeirence this beautiful country. The Mountains (Atlas and anit-Atlas) are breathtaking in more ways that one and it was a real treat to be able to ride up them and down them for a week! A really tough ride for me personally - so many relentless climbs but great to get really fit to prepare for it
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Mountains and panoramic views were the memory I will keep with me for a lifetime
What did you think of your group leader?
Andy McKee was a very effiicent, friendly and capable leader. He ensured everyone was looked after and acted as an excellent motivation to get us all up the hills. Well done Andy!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Yes! If you are going on the February trip prepare to be cold ! I needed fingered gloves, body warmers, ear covers, neck covers and full length warm leggings are essential. Its cold in the mountains and some mornings we were riding over frozen puddles which can illustrate the starting out temperature. Also the hotel on Day 2 has no heating at all so ensure you have hats and gloves and a warm coat for that one. Hotels after Day 2 improve immensley, including a palace and the most stunning central hotel in Essouria.
Also be prepared for lack of alcohol (most nights this is not available at all) and very healthy eating - fantastic way to get fit!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Mountain roads are about 80% ok with tarmac but some stretches are very gravelly and badly maintianed. I was considering taking my carbon fibre road bike and was not advised against this when speaking to the UK office but it would have been snapped on the first day if I had taken it. Glad I didnt.
I would really recommend this trip if you want to see the best of Morocco.
Simon Storvik

CYCLE MOROCCO'S GREAT SOUTH

Written February 2012
A great chance to see spectacular mountain and coastal landscapes, away from the crowds of the big towns, and generally on quiet roads with little traffic apart from the occasional donkey!The trip gave us a good taster for Morocco, and left us wanting to come back again to discover more of the country.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
We had the chance to talk to members of a womens' cooperative near Essaouira, who were producing products from Argan oil. This provided them with a level of independence unusual in the traditionally male dominated Moroccan society.
What did you think of your group leader?
Andy, our leader, made sure that at all times, all members of the group were ok, and quickly sorted out any issues relating to bikes or accommodation.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
This was my second trip with Exodus, and both times my expectations have been exceeded-if you have not used Exodus before, do so soon-you will have a great time, and many memories to treasure.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
This was a great way to discover a new country, enjoy a week of sunshine in the middle of the British winter, and get a bit fitter too! (not to mention the sheer pleasure of that final dismount after a long day in the saddle!)
Louise Benn

CYCLE MOROCCO'S GREAT SOUTH

Written February 2012
Wow, what a trip! Being a newbie to Morocco, group tours, AND cycle trips I had no idea what to expect, and being honest I was a bit daunted by it all. But this didn't last long..As soon as we were off on the bikes I loved every minute of it. We had a great group and Andy, the group leader, knew his stuff and put us all at ease. While the cycling is quite demanding at times, it is well worth it and the scenery was so inspiring that you can almost forget about it and just look forward to what spectacular view greats you round the next corner. It's definitely the best way to see Morocco and it is very difficult to fault the trip at all. I will definitely be signing up for another cycling trip very soon!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
For me, this was doing the Tizi n Test pass..20k ascent on roads bending in and around the mountains, and to reach the top and see the road back down from where we came on one side..and an awesome view across the next valley, where we were to decend, on the other. Absolutely incredible - a great reward for the mornings climb!
What did you think of your group leader?
Andy was great as our group leader - very calm and organised, and put up with our constant questions on the routes. It added to our holiday that he is so taken with Morocco and was keen to pass this on to us. The trip to the women's group, and also the morning walk around Marrakech on the day off really made us see and appreciate the more hidden side to the country more. He was also a good motivator in terms of the cycling..never would I have thought I would be racing up mountains!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
If you go in Feb take warm clothes
Is there anything else you would like to add?
If you go on any cycling trip with Exodus it should be this one!
Peter Wilkinson

CYCLE MOROCCO'S GREAT SOUTH

Written February 2012
At last a road trip (as opposed to mountain biking) to Morocco, so you could look at the scenery rather than where your wheels are going. Good winter sun cycling that is easy to access to the UK and was well organised and well led.
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What did you think of your group leader?
First rate
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Make sure you are wrapped up well against winter cold in the mountains; both on and off the bike.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Make the most of Essouira (spelling ?) on the coast. An old European outpost that is still a genuine fishing port.
justin brownen

CYCLE MOROCCO'S GREAT SOUTH

Written November 2011
Overrall a well run and efficiently organised trip. Experience of cycling and/or good level of fitness is a must as some of the climbs and descents ar not or the faint hearted
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
On the fourth day of cycling when thinking there was no gas left in the tank by mid afternnon being encouraged by the leader to carry on and experience what was further on up the road on bike rather than in support vehicle. Gave greater sense of achievement once finished
What did you think of your group leader?
Excellent leader. Organised, efficient and didnt bulls**t you if there were changes to plan. Always kept group informed and provided the encouragement to keep going when necessary. Ensured health and safety adhered to by all and definitely made trip more enjoyable.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Dont go unless you have a decent standard of fitness for your own enjoyment's sake and that of the group. It would help to have some bike experience too
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The 'free day' should be spent in Essouira and not Maarrakech. It is infinitely better place to relax and wander around than Marrakech. The beach is nearby and its an added bonus of course. To make the trip more attractive this has to be considered by Exodus planners .