Moroccan Kayak School

Whitewater Kayaking in Morocco

Our kayak school in Morocco is becoming more and more popular and each year we love taking people to the heart of the amazing Atlas mountains to teach them this fantastic sport. People love watching the safety kayakers on our many multiday trips and often imagine that it wold take years and years to be able to learn to kayak but here in Morocco our guides can show you safely all the basic skills you will require to enjoy the world of kayaking - and wht a better place to learn. Morocco is a magical place and exploring Marrakech and then heading to the river is just a wonderful way to see much of what this North African coutry has to offer. Why not join us and let us show you why we love this river life.

Kayaking

11 days

Group size 7 to 12 people

£1150

Essaouira Beach Extension , Sahara Desert Adventure

Day 1

You'll be collected at the airport by your trip leader and taken to your hotel for the night. Join your trip leader as they show you around the Djeema El Fna and take in this amazing city.
(No meals included)

Day 2

Today we'll take the grorgeous drive from Marrakech to the lake of Bin El Ouidane (between 2 rivers) where we base ourselves for the next 2 days. We will outfit you witha kayak, and all your gear and teach you some basic paddling strokes on the lake before we have a great game of "polo" and then camp on the lake in a stunning location.
Included: All meals

Day 3

After a leisurely breakfast, we head out onto the lake again for some more work on our paddling. We will also attempt to show some of your the eskimo roll. Please note, knowing to roll is not a pre-requisite of running the river. Everyone will be taught T Rescues. In the afternoon, we head up to Cathedral where we set up our first river camp.
Included: All meals

Day 4

This is one of the most stunning settings in the world to set off from on a paddling school. The first day presents us with easy moving water to get into the swing of things. Today the pace of the trip is slow, learning how to stop on the side of the river. We camp in a gorgous camp amonsgt cedar trees on the side of the river.
Included: All meals

Day 5

From Cedar Camp, we take on the first rapids of the trip, through Turtle Gorge and then we approach the village of Tiloguite. We paddle through a flat water "mini-Gorge" going through town and approach our camp where we will do some theory in the afternoon today.
Included: All meals

Day 6

As we set off today, you'll get a real sense of achievement at how much you have improved already. As the rapids come a little more frequently, we slow it right down on the river and stop and inspect rapids, so you get to use your own judgement on what to run. You'll be delighted by the time we get to our camp tonight at "the Mill"
Included: All meals

Day 7

Today we get to challenge the best rapids of the trip. In addition to some amazing rapids, you'll get the chance to walk up to a spectacular Casbah near to where we have lunch. The afternoon sections gets us to relax a little before we reach our evening beach.
Included: All meals

Day 8

A slightlier easier day today, for us to practise our kayaking skills. Don't forget to look up as we travel through huge gorges. Frequently we'll get to see monkeys and turtles on the river on this remote river in the heart of the Atlas Mountains.
Included: All meals

Day 9

Today is by far the most stunning scenery as we travel through 2 deep gorges, literally 8 feet wide and around 300 feet straight up! Don't worry though, its flat in there so plenty of time to enjoy where you are. Here we paddle onto the lake and we'll be collected by boat for a ride across the lake back to a hot shower and waiting vehicle. We take the 3 hour journey back to Marrakech.
Included: Breakfast and lunch

Day 10

Explore Marrakech and exploit your credit card! There are also plenty of choices today to add to your adventure from a Hot Air Balloon flight to Quad biking!
Included: Breakfast

Day 11

After breakfast at your Riad, we'll take you back to the airport for your flight back home.
Included: Breakfast

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We find most of our clients have in their posession already what is needed for a river journey. We have broken down here the items into what you'll need on the river and in camp. An equipment list of what you will require for your adventure will be sent to you prior to your departure.

River Fashion:

A pair of Chacos or similar sandals. Trainers are also okay.
A pair of River shorts or swimming costume.
Long sleeved business shirt to wear under your life jacket in hot destinations.
A baseball cap for under the helmet to keep sun off.
Wide brimmed sunhat.
Sunglasses.
Chums for fastening your sunglasses to your head.
Nalgene or similar water bottle.
Carabiner for fastening water bottle to your boat.
Thermal Top for cooler destinations. Medium weight - Heavyweight Capilene or polypropylene is the best.
Waterproof sunscreen and lip balm SPF15 minimum.

For evenings and around camp

Lightweight long trousers.
Lightweight Long Sleeved shirt.
Fleece jacket.
Ladies should bring a long skirt or sarong to cover your legs whilst in the company of locals.
Underwear.
Glasses or Contact lenses. Disposable lenses are ideal.
Toiletries. Toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap and shampoo.
Forget the cosmetics and hair dryer! But we do suggest moisturizer.
Hand wipes
A 3-season sleeping bag.
Travel Pillow.
Small pack towel.
Headlamp or head torch and spare batteries.
Shoes or boots for wearing around camp and on hikes.
Insect Repellent.
Any medication you may be taking.

Optional Items

Your favourite book or a journal for recording your river memories.
Sketchpad.
Photographic or video equipment. On most expeditions we provide a waterproof pelicase for these items. We recommend a cleaning kit as sand gets everywhere. Bring a spare memory card or plenty of film. Also bring spare batteries for your camera.
Waterproof disposable for the 'action' on the raft shots.
Swiss Army Knife or Leatherman.
An extra bag to bring back a wooden hippo, a carpet, Thanka or anything else you may purchase on your holiday.
An iPod or other music preferences. We have speakers.

Personal Spending

The only money that you need to bring is for meals in town, souvenirs, DVD, personal items and the beer kitty for the raft trip if you drink. Please remember that many of the countries we visit do offer Credit Card and ATM facilities and for a small charge you can withdraw cash either from your account or Credit Card for convenience.
If you wish to pass on a gratuity to your guide we leave this entirely up to you.
Basically, we advise you to keep things as light as possible, without skimping on the necessities. It is great to bring back a load of goodies for everybody back at home.