Morocco Mountains, Coast & Desert Adventure

Introduction
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Marakech - Imlil - Essaouira - Agafay

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Morocco Mountains, Coast & Desert Adventure with Daily Pilates

Live Breathe Hike focuses on providing unique travel experiences that connect you to your natural environment, leaving you feeling invigorated and refreshed. We emphasize attention to detail, exceptional customer service, and a strong commitment to environmental and ethical standards. With over 25 years of experience (we started in 1997!), LBH prides itself on delivering nothing less than 100%. Our ethos is simple: we want our clients to have the most amazing, life-changing experiences and create lasting memories! In collaboration with our good friend Rebecca Cunningham, we present yet another fabulous Pilates retreat!

From the vibrant city vibes of Marrakech to the breathtaking High Atlas, stunning coastlines, and the serene desert, we explore the diverse landscapes of this beautiful country.

Journey Highlights

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At a glance

Day 1 - Arrive to Marakech

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Arrival in Marakech and Settle In

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Arrive to Marakech

Arrive to Marakech.
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Accommodation

This or a similar style Riad.

Day 2 - Atlas Mountains and Imlil Hiking Adventure

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Hiking in Imlil and Atlas Mountains

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Transfer to Imlil, Atlas Mountains

DepartureMarakech
DestinationImlil
This morning we are heading to the high Atlas Mountains, 1:30 minutes drive to get to Imlil.
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Hiking around Imlil

We will start our hiking around the village of Imlil, picnic on the way, then back to our Riad.

Pilates

Before dinner, unwind with a gentle, stretch-focused Pilates class, designed to soothe tired legs and release tension through slow mobility, lengthening flows, and deep breathing—leaving you relaxed and restored after a rewarding day outdoors.

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Riad Jnane Imlil

Back to our Riad, dinner and night in the Riad.
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Dinner at Riad

Dinner and night in the Riad.

Day 3 - Hiking and Berber Villages in Imlil

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Explore Berber Villages and Culture in Imlil

Pilates

Begin the day with a morning Pilates session to energise the body—focusing on gentle core activation, balance, and mobility to prepare muscles and joints for the trail ahead.

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Hiking around Imlil and Berber Villages

Today we will have 4 to 5 hours hike around Imlil, exploring the Berber villages, culture of this area, meeting people and more about their life, wonderful green terraces, back to the Riad in the afternoon and dinner.
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Riad Jnane Imlil

Back to the Riad in the afternoon and dinner.
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Dinner at Riad

Dinner at the Riad after a day of hiking.

Day 4 - Imlil to Essaouira and City Tour

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Journey from Imlil to Essaouira and Explore City

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Transfer from Imlil to Essaouira

DepartureImlil
DestinationEssaouira
We are leaving Imlil and heading to the Ocean especially Essaouira, 4 to 5 hours drive.
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Essaouira City Tour

Making a tour of the city of Essaouira.
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Lunch in Essaouira

Lunch during the city tour in Essaouira.
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Pilates

Before dinner, unwind with a gentle, stretch-focused Pilates class, designed to soothe tired legs and release tension through slow mobility, lengthening flows, and deep breathing—leaving you relaxed and restored after a rewarding day outdoors.

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Hotel Miramar Essaouira

Back to the hotel after the city tour.

Day 5 - Essaouira Forest and Beach Hike

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Hiking in Essaouira Forest and Beach

Pilates

Begin the day with a morning Pilates session to energise the body—focusing on gentle core activation, balance, and mobility to prepare muscles and joints for the trail ahead.

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Van Transfer Outside Essaouira

DepartureEssaouira
DestinationOutside Essaouira
We take a Van outside the city of Essaouira for the day's activities.
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Hiking in Forest and Beach

We will do hiking in the forest including the beach, lunch and back to the hotel in the afternoon and dinner. 4 to 5 hours hike.
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Lunch during Hike

Lunch during the hike in the forest and beach near Essaouira.
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Hotel Miramar Essaouira

Back to the hotel in the afternoon and dinner.
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Dinner at Hotel

Dinner at the hotel after the hike.

Day 6 - Agafay Desert Luxury Camp Experience

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Camel Ride and Sunset in Agafay Desert

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Free Morning in Essaouira

Free morning before departing for Agafay desert or consider joining a calming Pilates class to stretch and strengthen your body.

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Drive to Agafay Desert

DepartureEssaouira
DestinationAgafay Desert
In the afternoon we drive through to Agafay.
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Agafay Desert Luxury Camp

Check in to our camp in Agafay desert.
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Camel Ride and Sunset

Ride the camels up to the hills for 1 to 1:30 enjoying the sunset and back to the camp for dinner, music and night.
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Dinner at Camp

Dinner, music and night at the camp after camel ride and sunset.

Day 7 - Return to Marakech and Optional Activities

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Return to Marakech and Optional Quad Biking

Pilates

Begin the final day with a dynamic morning Pilates session, using energising sequences to wake up the body, focusing on stronger core work, standing balance, and flowing mobility to boost circulation before heading to the city.

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Drive from Agafay Desert to Marakech

DepartureAgafay Desert
DestinationMarakech

Only 1 hour drive to Marakech. Free time.

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Optional Quad Bike or Buggy Activity

Optional activity of quad bike or buggy then back to Marakech.

Day 8 - Departure from Marakech

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Departure from Marakech and End of Tour

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Riad Bahia Salam

Departure day from Marakech. Accommodation at Riad Bahia Salam or similar for the last night.
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1. Marakech

Marrakech, Morocco

2. Riad Jnane Imlil

Imlil, 42152, Morocco

3. Hotel Miramar Essaouira

20 Boulevard Mohamed V, Essaouira 44000, Morocco

4. Agafay Desert

Agafay Desert, Morocco

5. Riad Bahia Salam

61 Avenue Hommane Al Fatouaki, Marrakech 40000, Morocco

FAQs

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Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is the accommodation listed in the itinerary guaranteed?

A. While we endeavour to ensure that the accommodation listed on the itinerary will be where you stay, open occasion it may be necessary to switch to an alternative.

When this happens we work hard to ensure that the alternative accommodation is of the same or a better standard, that it's location is close to the original destination, and that the overall impact is minimised in every way.

Accommodation details will be finalised and shared close to the trip departure (4-6 weeks in advance), however remains subject to change up to and following departure.

Q. How challenging are the treks / hikes?

A. We have graded this trip as a Level 1 / 2.

(please see the grading section on the Live Breathe Hike website).

This trip is considered suitable for individuals with some fitness and trail trekking experience. With key points including:

  • The terrain involves moderate hills, uneven paths, and more sustained walking

  • Duration of Trek: 1 - 5 hours of walking per day on multi days treks of at least 3 days

  • Physical Requirements: Moderate fitness; ability to walk continuously for extended periods

  • You / your party members should be comfortable carrying your personal possessions required for the day in a rucksack, which might include items such as:

  • A water bottle 500ml / 1l

  • Camera / phone / electronics

  • Warm top / sun hat / sun cream

  • Any other items you would want to access while out for the day.

If you would like further advice on the suitability of this trip for you or your party, please contact us.

Q. Do I have to do the planned activities, every day?

A. Not necessarily. Clients can request a 'rest day' or perhaps the opportunity to break from the scheduled itinerary, although when that day can land will entirely depend on the itinerary and other considerations from the trip leaders.

Reading list

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General

Recommended Reading list:

Morocco by Lucas Peters, Moon.com

The Caliph’s House: A Year in Casablanca by Tahir Shah

Lonely Planet Morocco

Humor and Moroccan Culture by Matthew Helmke

The Rough Guide to Morocco

A House in Fez by Suzanna Clarke

Morocco That Was by Walter Harris

The Spider’s House by Paul Bowles

Leaving Tangier by Tahar Ben Jelloun

The Sand Child by Tahar Ben Jelloun

About Us

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Live Breathe Hike focuses on providing unique travel experiences that connect you to your natural environment and leaves you feeling invigorated and refreshed. We focus on attention to detail, exceptional customer service, and a strong commitment to environmental and ethical standards. LBH have been designing and running trips for over 25yrs (we started in 1997!) and pride ourselves in doing nothing less than 100%. Our ethos is simple…..we want our clients to have the most amazing, life-changing experiences, and create lasting memories

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