MOROCCO
25 APRIL - 04 MAY 2025
SOLD OUT
USD 2795(U.S. Dollars)
MOROCCO, the Jewel of the Sahara
We have organized a fascinating tour through the most suggestive landscapes of Morocco: We will visit a mystical country, full of history, culture and a nature hidden in the wonderful Sahara Desert. Our adventure will start in the city of Marrakech, the most touristic city in Morocco and we will visit its historical center known for its markets and festivals.
We will embark on a journey to the East to visit the Ouzoud waterfalls, visit the Iminifri caves, travel through the Roses Valley to reach the impressive city of Merzouga, surrounded by sand dunes that we will photograph also during the night. We will have the great experience of camping in the desert in the "Jaimas" (Arab tents) and the ride on camels to enjoy a total experience in the Sahara. We will also visit the Atlas film studios where movies were recorded such as: The Passion of Christ, Cleopatra, Games of Thrones, The Gladiator, among others.
The lights and colors of Morocco are waiting for you!
START OF JOURNEY
25 April 2025: Marrakech-Menara International Airport (RAK)
END OF TRIP
04 May 2025: Marrakech-Menara International Airport (RAK)
DAY 01:
Marrakech,
Our staff will wait for the arrival of the participants at the Marrakech-Menara Airport (RAK) and we will transfer to our Hotel in the city center. We will have a first contact with the rich Moroccan culture, visiting the colorful "Jamaa el Fna" square and the historical center of Marrakech.
DAY 02:
Marrakech - Ouzoud Waterfalls
After breakfast we will visit some attractions in the imperial area of Marrakech such as: The Bahia Palace, the Madrasa of Ben Youssef and the Jmaa el Fnaa Square and its souks. All with our local guide in English. In the afternoon, departure to the beautiful natural site of the Ouzoud Waterfalls. We will arrive to photograph the sunset in this wonderful location.
DAY 03:
Ouzoud - Skoura Valley
We will wake up early in the morning to take pictures of the sunrise in the Cascades and after breakfast we will leave for the Natural Park of Imi n'Ifri. Continue to the Skoura Valley, passing through Berber villages and towns. Overnight in the city of Skoura.
DAY 04:
Skoura - Ouzina
After breakfast we will depart to the Todra Gorges, and the town of Erfoud, known for its fossils. Continue to Taouz from where we will move to Ouzina, an area of the desert of southern Morocco quiet, unspoiled and indigenous.
DAY 05:
Ouzina - Merzouga
We leave Ouzina to go to Rissani, and visit the market where we can make Street Photography and Portraits. After lunch we will return to Merzouga where the camels will be waiting for us for a camel ride to our camp in the middle of the desert. Dinner and photo session with our local model in the desert dunes.
DAY 06:
Merzouga Desert
After breakfast we will spend a day to know Merzouga and the surroundings of Erg Chebbi. We will visit Khamlia to dress in the typical local costumes and learn about their music (Gnawa). After lunch we will have a free afternoon with the possibility of doing some activities such as a quad ride in the desert or ride with camels.
DAY 07:
Merzouga - Ouarzazate
After breakfast we will leave the great desert of Merzouga and head towards the Draa Valley. Largest palm grove in Morocco. Visit the Tizgui Waterfall. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
DAY 08:
OUARZAZATE - ESSAOUIRA
We will visit the Atlas Film Studios, known as the Hollywood of Africa. We will stop at the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, scene of numerous films such as Gladiator and The Game of Thrones. We will also visit the Ounila Valley and Kasbah of Telouet, passing through the mountain pass of Tizi n Tichka (2,260 meters altitude) and arriving in Marrakech to continue to the beautiful coastal city of Essaouira.
DAY 09:
ESSAOUIRA - MARRAKECH
After breakfast, we will spend the day exploring the coastal city of Essaouira, its Medina and its long beaches. In the afternoon we will return to Marrakech for our farewell dinner in a typical restaurant.
DAY 10:
MARRAKECH
Our great trip comes to an end. After breakfast we will transfer to Marrakech Airport.
END OF TOUR
Jheison Huerta
The expedition will be guided by Peruvian photographer Jheison Huerta and his staff of collaborators.
Founder of the agency Photo Andes, in charge of organizing photographic tours since 2014 in the most photogenic destinations in the world, such as: Peru, Norway, Iceland, Morocco, Bolivia, Italy, Argentina Peru, Norway, Iceland, Morocco, Bolivia, Italy, Italy, Argentina among others.
He is currently a Sony brand ambassador as Alpha Partner for Latin America.
The dynamics of a photographic tour is particular and different from a conventional tour.
It is important to rely on an organization with experience and knowledge of the strategic locations to obtain the best images.
Jheison Huerta has received international recognition for his work in the diffusion of astrophotography in Latin America. in Latin America, which earned him the recognition of NASA with the APOD (Astronomy Picture of the Day),
He is also professor of the Astrophotography course of the Domestika portal and his work has been published in the most important
most important media: BBC, National Geographic, History, Mirror, Telemundo, Globo, El Comercio and many more.
He was nominated by the Photopills app as one of the 25 most inspiring photographers in the world and his work is part of the book of the book "Photopillers of the Year 2020".
He is currently collaborating with National Geographic UK in the production of the series "Welcome To The Earth ", presented by Will Smith and broadcasted by National Geographic UK.
hosted by Will Smith and broadcast on the Disney+ platform.
USD 2795 U.S. dollars
You can reserve your space by paying USD 995 in advance.
- Transfers Marrakech Airport - Hotel - Airport Marrakech
- Private transportation throughout the tour
- Lodging in Premium Hotels (Double Room accommodation)
- Guided tour of the imperial center of Marrakech
- Desert camp in the tents (double room accommodation)
- Camel Trekking in the Desert
- Quad biking in the desert
- Entrance to the Palaces in Marrakech
- Admission to the Atlas Film Studios
- All breakfasts at hotels
- Photographic consultancy by Jheison Huerta
- International flights from the country of origin
- Travel Insurance
- Food and beverages in Restaurants (Lunch, Dinner and Snacks)
- Admission to tourist attractions (Museums, Mosques, etc.)
- Tips/Propinas
- Everything not described in the list INCLUDES
The participant may request a single room in the hotels for an extra charge.
- Camera (Reflex, Mirrorless, Poweshot, etc.)
- 01 Wide angle lens (18-55mm, 14-24mm, 16-35mm, 12-24mm, etc.)
- 01 Telephoto lenses (70-200mm, 75-300mm, 100-400mm, 55-250mm, etc.)
- 03/04 Extra camera batteries
- SD memories (32gb, 64gb, 128gb)
- Tripod (required)
- Headlamp (required)
- Physical Filters (Neutral Density, Polarizers, GND are optional)
- Remote trigger (optional)
- Credit cards
- Western Union
- Bank transfer (Domestic payments in Peru)
- Pay Pal (consider an extra 6% commission)
Reservation Fee: USD 995
Final balance: 30 days prior to tour start date: USD 1800
Cancellation of Participation and Refunds:
- Between 90 to 60 days prior to the start date: USD 495
- Between 60 to 30 days before the start date: 30% of the tour amountwithheld.
- Between 30 to 15 days before the start date: 60% of the tour amount withheld.
- Between 15 days to the tour start date: No refunds will be made.
