National Park

Toubkal National Park, located some 70 kilometers south of Marrakech in the heart of the High Atlas mountains, has a population of 100,000 hectares and is home to the highest mountain peak in North Africa, Jbel Toubkal, which stands at 4167 meters. Park, the largest and oldest Morocco, is located near the Sahara desert and has an incredible variety of different ecosystems and fauna. The Park enjoys a climate sunny throughout the year, with snow during the winter and temperatures mild, ideal for hiking in the summer. The natural diversity of the Park is extraordinary, with countless species of herbaceous plants and large populations of Oaks, yours, pines and junipers. The landscape alternates between broad plateaus and high cliffs, with deep ravines crossed by crystal clear rivers. There are four major which certainly deserve a visit, namely the N fiss, Ourika, the Rherhaya valleys and to the South, the Souss. There you will find multitude of Rams of the mountains and, if they are lucky, maybe might even see some bird of prey, such as Eagles, Eagles walkways, Bonelli, booted Eagles or Hawks, as well as several lizards and snakes of the strange thing.

During your hiking adventures may be accompanied by drivers of Berber mules through the mountains and valleys, they will walk from village in village in the Berber territory, they will be staying with local people in their homes fresh, warm and extremely welcoming. You can also visit some restaurants, historical sites and monuments and enjoy the delicious local gastronomy. From Marrakech can go by car, taxi or bus to Asni (47 km approximately). Once in Asni there are trucks that may lead them to Imlil (17 km). They can also choose to go Mule until the limit of the snows and there rent the services of a carrier to continue. To visit these two wonders of the nature of Morocco, the best choice for your accommodation is staying in Marrakech, of easy access and has excellent transport connections. There you will find all information, equipment and Council they will need for their rustic adventures. Once in the ochre city may stay in one of the stunning hotels in Marrakech or in one of the charming and typical riads in Marrakech. Also they may stay in one of the Super villas in Marrakech, closer to the natural wonders of this fascinating country. Original author and source of the article.