Morocco: Women's Expedition




















From AUD $1795
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Morocco: Women's Expedition
8 days
Small Group
Moderate
Average
English
Experience Overview
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.
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.
Highlights
- 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 Intrepid Foundation partner, Amal. Donations support them to provide women in Morocco with culinary skills training to help improve livelihoods. Intrepid will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
Trip Details
8 days
Private vehicle
Small Group
English
Marrakech, Morocco
Marrakech, Morocco
Moderate
Women Only
Average
Itinerary
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Bou Tharar - Amazigh music and local songs
Accommodation:
- Gite (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Agouti - Couscous demonstration
- Bou Tharar - Hike to Agouti
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Rbat Village - Rug-weaving Demonstration
- Agouti - Hike to Rbat Village
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Amejgag - Moroccan breakfast preparation
- Issoumar - Folk tales and music
- Amejgag - Hike to Issoumar
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Bou Tharar - Farm animal visit
- Bou Tharar - Amazigh dress and make up
- Issoumar - Hike to Bou Tharar
Accommodation:
- Gite (Number of Nights: 1)
Included Activities:
- Ait Benhaddou - Leader-led ksar walk
- Marrakech - Home-cooked dinner
- Marrakech - Houariyates performance
Accommodation:
- (Number of Nights: 1)
Optional Activities:
- Marrakech - Hot Air Balloon Ride (1999 MAD)
- Marrakech - Magical Marrakech City Cycling Tour (438 MAD)
- Marrakech - Luxury Spa Hammam & Massage (750 MAD)
- Marrakech - Quad Biking the Rock Desert & Palmgrove (715 MAD)
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 8 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
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.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 23 May 2026
Customer Reviews
03/13/2024
What an amazing experience! Our guide Sara made this trip. She is so kind, knowledgeable, patient and supportive of the entire group. The hike was very doable, gorgeous country, kind people and always felt safe. Thank you!
03/13/2024
This was a fantastic experience of Morocco, the scenery, the food, the people. Sara was the best possible leader. Mama Bia a wonderful walking guide. Touda, Malika, Fatimah and Mohamed were always kind and helpful. Highly recommended.
Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
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03/13/2024
What an amazing experience! Our guide Sara made this trip. She is so kind, knowledgeable, patient and supportive of the entire group. The hike was very doable, gorgeous country, kind people and always felt safe. Thank you!
03/13/2024
This was a fantastic experience of Morocco, the scenery, the food, the people. Sara was the best possible leader. Mama Bia a wonderful walking guide. Touda, Malika, Fatimah and Mohamed were always kind and helpful. Highly recommended.
03/10/2024
If you are thinking of going on this trip, do it. You will be transported in a different world, travel with a group of women who share a similar interest even if they come from different walks of life. You will learn so much in such a short time. Wrap up warm as the nights are cold..
03/12/2024
Wonderful trip!! Did not know what to expect going into this trip but Morocco and our leader Sara made this such an unforgettable experience! Definitely recommend this trip and loved all the women supporting women.
03/14/2024
The Women's Morocco trip was the trip of a lifetime. The hiking was lovely, with just the right amount of effort. What was most wonderful was the cultural aspect of the trip. I was able to experience the life of women in this interesting country. I feel a better understanding of the people and their world. Thank you for organizing such a great itinerary. I was "changed for the better" via this vacation.
03/13/2023
This was a fantastic experience of Morocco, the scenery, the food, the people. Sara was the best possible leader. Mama Bia a wonderful walking guide. Touda, Malika, Fatimah and Mohamed were always kind and helpful. Highly recommended.
11/05/2023
The women”s expedition to Morocco is an outstanding experience. The hikes are varied and allow a real insight into village life and stunning countryside views. Food was always freshly prepared and delicious too. Our guide Sara together with a local team were amazing throughout. Allow a day at the end or start to shop in the souks for a contrast to village life. This is a superb adventure not to be missed!
11/06/2023
This trip gave a glimpse into life in the rural foothills of the Atlas mountains that you would never get to on your own. Sara, Mama Bia, and the mule team (Mohammed, Fatima, & Fatima) treated us to four days of walking through varied terrain with excellent food and lots of music and dancing. The walking wasn't too challenging which allowed us the time to truly appreciate the region, starting with an 8.5 km walk through the surprisingly green fields in the valley. The second day was the funnest, getting to splash through one of the gorges (9.2 km), day 3 was the more challenging day walking 18 km with a total of 600 m of elevation gain, and day 4 had my favourite scenery (13.3 km). I would recommend this trip to anyone who enjoys walking and good food, and who wants to visit a bit of Morocco that most tourists do not get to experience.
11/11/2023
This is a short but perfectly formed trip! You are immediately immersed into Moroccan Berber culture in the mountains surrounded by friendly and welcoming locals. Each day is completely different and the activities really add to the trip. The walking is at an enjoyable pace with different views each day. Our guides Sara and Mama Bia made our trip super special! I recommended having an extra day in Marrakesh either before or after the trip to see the sites and the souks.
11/06/2023
This trip was full of delightful surprises. Everyday was an adventure. Our trip leader and expedition crew were supportive and knowledgeable. I met wonderful group participants and local Berber folk. This was a hands on, intimate trip hiking in beautiful terrain, truly life changing.
10/28/2023
My friends and I just got back from the most amazing trip trekking through the Atlas mountains with Sara our excellent tour leader and her amazing team - Bouchra, Mama Bia, Rkia, Mohamed, and Bassou who well well equipped and took wonderful care of us. We learned so much Sara about the Berber women, culture and lifestyle. Her team made us the most delicious healthy food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It was a truly amazing trip and I am looking forward to another Intrepid trip in Morocco with Sara as my tour guide.
10/28/2023
This was an experience of a lifetime for me. Fabulous way to immerse yourself in the culture of the Berber people. Even better doing it with women from across the world. Sara, our tour guide was exceptional with her knowledge and organization skills, and her caring/fun attitude. She had a unique way to keep us living in the moment. Can not go without mentioning our great local support team of Mama Bia, Mohamed, Bassou, and Rkia, who took great care of us and prepared wonderful meals. I would highly recommend this expedition and will carry the memories for a lifetime.
10/28/2023
Sara and the team of Bouchra, Mohamed, Bassou, Rkia and Mama Bia were outstanding. They were a hard working, well run team. Our trails each day were diverse enough between the mountains, river and villages. Our accomodations were authentic and the food was absolutely delicious
11/05/2023
Excellent trip formed by intrepid. One of the most ethical tours I have done. The guides were local including our cooking team and Hanane was Berber meaning she was able to communicate with our local guide, Mamabea. Mamabea and Hanane’s relationship with all the staff and community members made our trip more personal and fun. I have recommended more protein options for vegans/vegetarians on this trip as I felt this was lacking, but food was very food otherwise. Accomodation in basic but peaceful. The hike itself was not difficult and the team organise breaks to meet everyone’s needs. And of course the views are amazing. I would highly recommend.
10/23/2023
I really enjoyed the opportunity to experience "real life" in a country that I didn't know much about. I had these romantic notions, based on Casablanca, but interacting with women in small villages on a day-to-day basis was so much more interesting. And even though I haven't "roughed it" in traveling since my 20's, it was a super fun experience to be with other like-minded women travelers. As for gifts for the kids, think about bringing small tubes of anti-fungal cream. We had a doctor in our group, and we saw more kids than I expected who could have used that kind of medicine. Yes, candy and pens are appreciated.
10/15/2023
Highly recommend this trip. It's a wonderful way to see some of the more remote areas of Morocco and learn about Berber culture. You will not forget the smiles, laughter and readiness for dancing of the Berber team. Read the packing list carefully if you are going! Also taking some pens and paper or similar for the local children is a good idea.
11/16/2023
Wonderful experience for this 66 and 75 y/o couple. The furthest we walked prior to trek was 8 miles and we were able to manage 4 days of 5 miles(2days), 13 and 8 miles. Trekking poles and camel packs were super helpful as well as hiking shoes and closed toed water shoes. Brought camping blanket instead of sleeping bag and were warm enough. Food was amazing and appreciated the hard work of Hafida, Mama Bia, Fatma, Mohammed and Bassou. We were always well -cared for and felt safe at all times. Amazing experience, highly recommend it to all! Met amazing women from around the globe!
10/08/2023
This trip is super awesome! Had such a fun experience getting to know awesome women from all over the world. Sara and Mama Bia are such inspiring women and it was amazing learning from both of them. The hike itself isn’t too hard but be prepared for water crossings and a 20km day.
10/25/2023
An amazing worthwhile trip that will leave you buzzing. An incredible and unique way to connect as women to the Moroccan culture and Berber way of life. Momma Bea was something special and truely made the trip so special. Sara was the best leader anyone could ask for and made the trip go to another level. The scenery is amazing and hiking was not overly hard meaning you could spend more time enjoying the incredible views. I loved loved this trip and encourage anyone to go on it!
10/08/2023
This trip is super awesome! Had such a fun experience getting to know awesome women from all over the world. Sara and Mama Bia are such inspiring women and it was amazing learning from both of them. The hike itself isn’t too hard but be prepared for water crossings and a 20km day.

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