Road 44, live an authentic adventure

Route overview

The gazelle reserve, Zima lake, Guergara dam, Charkarkar cave, Le Slougui du douar laasasla

Our circuit begins with a discovery of one of the oldest terrestrial wildlife reserves in Morocco. Located on the territory of the rural commune Sidi Chiker, 93 kilometers from Marrakech. Its natural forest consists of Sidra trees, in addition to acacias, eucalyptus and other thorny drought-resistant plants. This reserve is the preferred environment of the Dorcas gazelle and a group of other animals: wild boar, partridges, rabbits, goshawks, foxes, owls, crows, and several other reptiles, due to its diversified relief (hills , valleys, depressions) and its great extension and the silence that surrounds it.
An ideal opportunity to discover the wild nature and live a unique and authentic experience. Take advantage to take pictures

During our journey we will make a short stop in the Guergara Dam, which is located in the town of Sidi Chiker. It is of medium size, as it allows the mobilization of 4.300.000 m3.
Admire a superb view and don't forget to take beautiful photos.

Located 12 km northwest of Chemaïa and 9 km from the regional road (Safi - Marrakech), the Chakarkar cave is the ideal place for lovers of discovery and adventure.
With a semi-arid climate, an average temperature of 18°C ​​and an altitude of 405m, its main and secondary galleries are 900m and 1400m. CHARKARKAR is majestically placed on a region of hills and valleys, endowed with a natural panoramic landscape: Lake ZIMA.
It was found 12 km from the city of Al-Shamaya in a northwesterly direction, in the community of Subaiyat, in a hilly area interspersed with depressions that were originally water reservoirs, its climate is semi -arid and its temperature is average.
The length of this cave is not specified, and it contains corridors and corridors, some of which are main and some are secondary.
In addition to the pleasure of seeking, it contains a group of minerals

The Sebkha Zima (or Chemaïa saltworks) is located 1 km west of the town of Chemaïa, a swamp which extends over an area of ​​700 hectares, covered by a group of hills which supply it with water at through seasonal valleys, and surrounded by natural evergreen, salinity and drought tolerant plants, numbering up to 83 species. Its breathtaking landscapes, a unique biodiversity to discover, because thanks to its location on the axis of bird migration, between Europe and Africa, which allows it to receive a rare type of bird (pink flamingos ) which passes the winter and spring seasons, in addition to other types of wild birds, numbering up to 38 species, some of which come from the seat of the lake.

• Take your time and pleasure to make great photos.
• Make the most of your vacation, and burn one more fond memory in her memory.

Our journey will take us to discover the Sloughi (or Berber greyhound), which is a source of pride for its breeders in the region. It is used for hunting and herding. This breed is very old.
Direction douar Laasasla where we will visit several breeders and spend half a day with them, in order to discover the breeding of this breed which is characterized by its speed, endurance and intelligence. Hunting, guard and companion dog.

Welcome back to town! But it's not over yet, rest and take your shower. If you're still feeling energetic, Marrakech has everything you need to make your night out ideal.

Recommendations

• Take your time and pleasure to make great photos.
• Make the most of your vacation, and burn one more fond memory in her memory.
• Participate in as many workshops as possible.
• Enjoy the warm welcome of the locals.
• Take your time to visit as many cooperatives as possible.

Planning

Ps: this itinerary is designed in such a way as to facilitate the planning of your trip. However, times and dates remain flexible. Do not hesitate to lengthen or shorten your stay in one of the points of interest according to their influence on you.

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Info & Booking

The tourist circuits practiced in the Youssoufia Province are mainly marketed by tour operators abroad, travel agencies specializing in rural tourism and particularly those based in Marrakech and tourist guides directly or via their websites.