Morocco Kayaking Holidays - Ahansal River

Whitewater in Morocco

If you are the kind of kayaker who likes to find a beautiful destination , meet some like minded people and then enjoy a relaxed journey down an exciting river, then you have found the right page. This remote river runs through the amazing Atlas mountains, through deep dramatic goges and takes us to the beautiful lake of Bin El Ouidane where you can enjoy stunning scenery, before lunch and a sauna or hot tub before we take a relaxed journey back to explore Marrakech.

We then take you onto the beautiful little seaside town on Essaouira where you can continue to improve you kayaking skills by enjoying the wonderful surf here. You will love it.

Join us as we once again enjoy our Spring time in Morocco - a real chance to blow away those winter blues.

NOTE: Trips run March to mid-May only. The season for 2019 is now closed.

Kayaking

Trips run March - April

Group size 7 to 12 people

£1050

Essaouira Beach Extension, Sahara Desert Adventure

Day 1

Arrive into Marrakech and our guide will meet you at the airport. A chance to explore this amazing city. Accommodation provided in a riad in the centre for the evening.

Not Included: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner

Day 2

Our private minbus will collect you and transport you through some amazing scenery to the heart of the Atlas mountains, where we will camp in a gorgeous spot and watch the North African sunset.

Included: All meals

Day 3

After a hearty breakfast, our guides will take you through a thorough safety briefing and then we will start our journey down the Ahansel. You will pass through some of the best white water in Morocco before reaching our camp again for the evening.

Included: All meals

Day 4

The rapids we experience today are fantastic. You will be able to show off your technical skills by running rapids such as 'Wee Stinky' - when we reach our camp in the middle of the beautiful cedar trees you will be ready for a cool drink and a relaxing evening.

Included: All meals

Day 5

The water here is crystal clear. Exploring the river this morning is exhilarating - after a realxing lunch, try your hand at fishing and try to catch your dinner! The fun rapids we find today take us down to 'Cheeky Monkey 'before we find the camp for the night.

Included: All meals.

Day 6

Today we explore the last of the rapids here on the Ahansel, before reaching Lake Bin El Ouidane. Our boat tows us across the lake and then we head back to Marrakech for a post trip meal together.

Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 7

This morning we take the scenic drive to Essaouira where we can head out into the surf with our boats or perhaps try your hand at kite surfing.

Included: Breakfast

Day 8

Another great day to explore Essaouira and sea kayak on a wonderful beach.

Included: Breakfast

Day 9

The morning can be spent on the beach catching the last few waves, before we head back to Marrakech and have chance to explore this city again.

Included: Breakfast

Day 10

Our guide will transfer you to the airport for your flight home.

Included: Breakfast

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.