Enjoy a Wildlife Holiday on Foot in Morocco

For wildlife holidays with a difference, Morocco is a wonderful destination to explore on foot. This great country is dominated by the High Atlas Mountains, which have the perfect habitat for much wildlife. Tough, rugged landscapes lush pastures in bloom in the spring, when winter background to reveal a colorful display of mountain flowers in a profusion of pink, yellow and purple. This is definitely the best time to go to Morocco, as temperatures are pleasant and the scenery is just beautiful.

Vacation wildlife in the Moroccan mountains

Morocco is home to many endemic and rare species of birds that live all over the country, from coastal wetlands to the towering mountains of the High Atlas. This beautiful set of mountains that separates the Mediterranean coast and the vast Atlantic Sahara desert, and spreads across Africa northwestern Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. Mount Toubkal is the highest peak, standing at 4167m above the sea.

Many festivities begin trekking wildlife in Marrakech, which deserves a day or two of exploration. The atmosphere in this bustling capital city is captivating and there is much to discover here, palaces and mausoleums souks and mosques.

Leaving the bustling city will go to the Atlas Mountains, where your trekking begins. Led by experienced guides and carriers, these trips are well taken care of and operate very efficiently. To take full advantage of their experience, it is best to book with a company that answers only small groups.

As you venture into the mountains, you will see the landscape changes dramatically, and for those who have a particular interest in avian species endemic to this region is very exciting. Watch the Redstart Moussier the Barbary Partridge, African Blue Tit, Levaillant the peak and Tristram's Warbler.

The mountainous area of Morocco also has a long history of colonization, and as a walk that will more than likely find the local Berber farmers who for centuries have inhabited the mountains living from agriculture to Barbary sheep ago. The Berbers predate Islam and Arabs and have a long and interesting history. You can find more information about this fascinating culture with the opportunity to visit local villages and explore the ancient traditions for you. The mountain people are very friendly and are happy to see visitors, welcoming them with a smile, open faces.

Many wildlife holidays based around a foot in Morocco also include a trip to Essaouira, further south on the coast. Here Eleanora Falcons and other sea birds are the highlight for keen birdwatchers. Essaouira has some beautiful beaches and offering respite after a long hike in the mountains.

If you are looking for a holiday that offers wildlife a taste for adventure, go to Morocco and discover the delights of this wonderful and colorful country.