High Atlas Summit Trek Comet: Trek challenge to Morocco

Your challenge day by day

Day 1, Tue 21 Sep 2010

International departure from London

Once you’re all packed, it’s off to the airport to finally meet the Charity Challenge representative and the rest of the team. Touching down in Morocco, we will be met by the buzzing vibrancy of Marrakech. From here, we transfer to the hotel for our first team dinner and a good night’s sleep.

Day 2, Wed 22 Sep 2010

Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains, Neltner Refuge, 3,200m (approximately 5 hours)

After breakfast and a final briefing, we leave the city. The scenery quickly changes as we head into the foothills of the High Atlas Mountains. At 2000m sits the village of Imlil, the challenge starting point. Here we begin trekking! The route follows the river towards Sidi Chamarouch, Lunch will be taken with the Berbers, before heading towards home for the night: the Neltner Refuge at 3,200m.

Day 3, Thu 23 Sep 2010

Neltner Refuge, 3,200m to Mount Toubkal, 4,167m (approximately 4 hours)

We set off early from camp as we head towards our destination, stopping along the way to take in the views. The Toubkal summit is tough, especially across the scree. But with the buoyant team spirit – and several pitstops – we’ll reach the top of North Africa’s highest peak. Taking time to reflect on our achievement, we then descend back to the Neltner Refuge for the night.

Day 4, Fri 24 Sep 2010

Neltner Refuge to Marrakech (approximately 4 hours)

Limbs may be feeling weary, but it’s an easy descent back down to Sidi Chamarouch (2,310m) where we will stop for some refreshments and a spot of shopping. From here it’s two-hour hike to Aremd, before one last push to Imlil. We bid farwell to our muleteers before heading back to Marrakech, which leaves the rest of the day free to explore this wonderful city.

Day 5, Sat 25 Sep 2010

Tour of Marrakech

The day starts with a guided tour of Marrakech, taking in the 70m high Koutoubia Minaret and the Sixteenth Century Saadian Tombs. The tour ends in the bustling Djemma El Fna square. Lunch is in the medina, after which there will be time to explore the subtropical botanical gardens of Jardin Majorelle. Celebrate the trip and all our achievements over a final celebratory meal together.

Day 6, Sun 26 Sep 2010

Arrive home

Today is bitter sweet as we wave goodbye to Marrakech and head home to the UK. Saying goodbye to new-found friends and trekking partners will be hard, so be sure to exchange details on the flight home.

Important information

The itinerary is there as a guide and may change due to unusual weather patterns, wildlife movements, the strength of the group, and other unpredictable factors. We will do our very best to keep to the set itinerary; however we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that may occur. In all such circumstances, your expedition leader will have the final say.

Should you suffer from vertigo, it is worth considering that on most mountain treks there will be occasional exposure to sheer drops. You should, therefore, discuss the particular itinerary of your choice with a member of our team.

Important information about the Essaouira beach extension

Day 6: Essaouira

You will transfer by bus after breakfast to Essouira on the Atlantic coast approximately 100miles away. Essaouira is a beautiful, unique and relaxed town. It has sunshine and bright blue skies nearly all year round. Your hotel is 100m from a kilometre long beach. You will have the afternoon to visit the Medina or relax on the beach. Overnight in the hotel. (B)

Day 7: Essaouira

Essaouira was for centuries a key trading centre between Timbuktu and Europe, overseeing flows of manufactured goods streaming south in exchange for African salt, spices, sugar, feathers and gold. In recent years the exchanges have been more cultural in nature. In the 1950's Orson Welles famously shot "Othello" on Essaouira's streets and in Skala, while in the 1960s and 70s Essaouira and the pristine beaches just south of the town provided a haven and inspiration for musicians such as Jimmy Hendrix and Cat Stevens. Today you have the opportunity to relax at the pool, visit the Medina or go to the beach. Overnight in the hotel. (B)

Day 8: Essouira to Marrakech

Free morning in Essouira and an afternoon transfer to Marrakech where you check into the Moroccan House Hotel. Last night to check out the vibrant Moroccan night life. (B)

Day 9: Marrakech to London

Free morning. Transfer back to Marrakech for an afternoon flight back to the UK (B)

Included:

All accommodation on a twin share, bed and breakfast basis at Al Jasira Hotel (http://www.aljasirahotel-mogador.com/eng/home.html) and the Moroccan House Hotel (http://www.moroccanhousehotels.com/Anglais/Accueil.htm)
Transfers to Essaouira and to the airport
Travel Insurance extension (if purchased through Charity Challenge)

Excluded:

Personal expenses (ie: gifts, extra soft drinks or alcohol, laundry etc)
Tips

Please note that this extension is subject to minimum numbers and flight availability and should be booked no later than 6 weeks prior to departure. In some cases, a surcharge may need to be applied in which case we will inform you prior to confirming your booking.

*= Please note that we reserve the right to change accommodation. Where this is necessary, alternative accommodation will be of an equal or better standard.

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High Atlas Summit Trek Comet

Tue 21 Sep - Sun 26 Sep 2010

In aid of Make-A-Wish Foundation UK