5 DAYS ASTRONOMY AND GEOLOGY FIELD TRIPS FROM MARRAKECH TO FES
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Embark on a captivating 5-day journey from Marrakech to Fes, immersing yourself in the wonders of astronomy and geology.
We begin our adventure by traversing the High Atlas mountain, stopping for a delightful lunch in Ouarzazate, known as Moroccan Hollywood, before venturing into the Alnif desert. Here, under the starry sky, we spend our first night in a half-board hotel nestled in the flat black stony desert.
Our exploration continues as we visit fossil quarries to collect trilobites, followed by an evening near Merzouga’s Erg Chebbi sand dunes. After a mesmerizing camel ride at sunset, we gather for a fireside talk on the sky, conservation, and more, spending the night under the stars in camp.
Venturing into the fascinating landscapes of south Erg Chebbi, we visit old mines and connect with local communities with rich histories. Evenings are filled with tea, Gnaoua music, and presentations on astronomy in northwest African cultures.
Exploring the history of Tafilalet Sijilmassa, we delve into its past as a caravan meeting point, then return to camp for sky observations using telescopes and binoculars.
As our journey draws to a close, we drive back to Fes, enjoying scenic views along the way. With newfound knowledge and cherished souvenirs, we arrive in Fes, concluding our unforgettable adventure.
ITINERARY
Day 1
We leave Marrakech after being picked up at the hotel, cross the High Atlas mountain, have lunch in Ouarzazate Moroccan Hollywood, and spend the evening in the Alnif desert. First meeting with the stars and sky night in a half-
Day 2
During the day, we visit fossil quarries to collect fossils, primarily trilobites, and spend the evening in a hotel near Merzouga’s Erg Chebbi sand dunes. After dinner, take a half-
Day 3
explore south Erg Chebbi fascinating landscapes , visit old mines , cretaceous beds , meet back community whose parents was brought as slaves on the 12th century , share a cup of tea , enjoy Gnaoua music night in the same camp. After dinner presentation regarding astronomy in northwest African culture , Berbers , Bedouin and Touaregs, mythology and believes .
Day 4
explore the history og the TAFILALET sijilmassa which used to be one of the main caravan meting points from 7th to 12 th century , explore the souk afternoon back to the camp for a 200 mm telescope and binocular cession of sky observation of the sky planets , galaxy s ,, night in the same desert camp.
Day 5
drive back to Fes enjoying the scenery from the opposite angle. With more knowledge and lots of good souvenirs to be in Fes around 16 h . at your hotel.
GALERIE
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