8 Day Tafraout Horse Riding Holiday in Morocco

This ride makes you discover the Tafraout region with its spectacular and varied landscapes. The ride ends at the ranch (return by truck for horses and taxi for riders) so the rider will spend two days on the coast to take advantage of more fertile ground for the faster gaits, the fabulous scenery from the top of the cliffs and the beach

The rides are aimed at riders taking the three gaits and having a good practice of horses on all types of terrain. It is advisable to have a good physical condition. On average, there will be six hours of horse riding per day.

Itinerary

Day 1: Paris - Agadir - Tafraout

Depending on the composition of the groups and arrival, transfer to the ranch and overnight stay at the ranch or transfer directly to Tafraout (if arriving before 15:00 in Agadir) with first night and dinner at the hotel in Tafraout.

Day 2: Tizi Ouaoussift - Tafraout

Departure to the village of Ahshyen and the painted rocks, direction to Aoumerkout. Ride through an ancient path passing by large rocks painted by the Belgian artist: Jean Vérame. You’ll ride towards the village of Tazeka to admire the invaluable testimonies bequeathed by the elders through their carvings.

Dinner and overnight will be at the Salma Hotel which is located in the city of Tafraout. Wi-Fi is available and free of charge throughout the hotel.

Day 3: Tafraout - Valley Amlen to Issky Assenfou

Circuit Tafraout Amlen is approximately 36 kilometers. You’ll ride towards the magnificent Amlen Valley through the old Tazermlalet trail. You’ll ride in the heart of the Anti-Atlas Mountains; groves, oasis, and Berber Villages in Pisa. You’ll have your picnic in the valley.

You’ll continue in this magical nature with colors ranging from pink to purple where you can admire one of the most ancient rock carvings. Dinner will be under the moonlight and night at the Chez Mohamed Inn, a typical house with comfort.

Day 4: Issky Assenfou - Souk Ntasrirt

On the last day, you’ll go through the passes which offer gorgeous views. A picnic would be at 2000 meters above sea level before descending Souk Ntasrirt where you’ll stop for the night if the house is available or you will go back to Tafraout.

Day 5: Souk Ntasrirt - Timguicht

From Timguicht, the horses will be transported back to the La Palmeraie de Massa by truck. While you’ll drive for the night at the Auberge de Massa.

Day 6: Massa – Anfoud

You’ll follow the ocean on cliffs where you can see the caves of fishermen and beautiful sand tracks with a picnic at the edge of the ocean. You’ll then ride to the cottage in a rustic, typical and very nice Berber family.

Day 7: Anfoud - ranch

Last day of riding: after breakfast, you’ll have a discovery of a desert of stones and sand. You’ll continue in the direction of the fishermen troglodytes caves that overlook the ocean.

You’ll get back towards the direction of the ranch by the beach with 15 kilometers of fine sand. If the tide is too high, you’ll head back by the dunes overlooking the beach. If the tide does not allow you to have a picnic there, you’ll go directly to the ranch. Evening meal and overnight stay would be at the ranch.

Day 8: Flights from Agadir

You will be transferred to Agadir Airport (AGA) and have a flight home. You’ll return home with a head full of memories.

Notes

All rides are accompanied by at least one guide, a cook, a steward in a 4x4 vehicle and a mobile kitchen with fridge.

The trail riding and accommodations can be adapted according to climatic conditions and the constant improvements to the ride.

No children under 15, unless confirmed but to be validated with Ranch Les 2 Gazelles beforehand.

This riding holiday will take place in Morocco.

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Full board meals are included in the price.

• Horse rental
• Coaching of an experienced guide
• Full board meals
• Bivouacs
• 7 nights' accommodation

• Beverages
• Transfers from the airport to the ranch

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 50% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.