If thoughts of belly dancers, the exotic hum of a snake charmer’s bin, and mysterious desert stories seduce your mind when you think of Morocco, I assure you, you’re only half correct.  While it’s romantic and mysterious, it’s a lot of other things as well.

My trip to Morocco covered a lot of ground in just over a couple of weeks. I took an Intrepid tour which I’d do again, despite my skepticism in the beginning. They are small group tours (about 12 in my group) with a local guide. They are reasonably priced, but will definitely run you more than if you backpack on your own.

The trips target the adventure travelers that want to really experience a culture and avoid touristy and luxury destinations. They pride themselves on safe and sustainable travel practices. With Intrepid, you’ll stay in hostels, take public trasportation, and eat local food. The travel philosophy and mission is admirable and a great option.

These tours are perfect for those that want to backpack but without the added pressure of having to plan all the details by yourself, or for those that want to travel but can’t find a buddy to go with. My group was a great mix of people sharing the same desire from all parts of the world. There are just places in Morocco you can’t find on your own.
(M’Hamid Guide)

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