Explore the geography of the High Atlas Mountains and discover life in the Sahara Desert.
School trips to Morocco offer students a wonderful opportunity to explore a country that is geographically close to Europe and yet culturally very different.
Most popular among geography groups thanks to the possibilities it offers to explore both mountains and deserts, Morocco is also a fantastic choice for a school trip that will introduce your students to the history and culture of North Africa.
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Why visit Morocco?
Explore the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert
Morocco is a fantastic choice for a geography school trip, giving students the unforgettable opportunity to explore both the High Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert.
On your trip, you’ll explore the Berber town of Amizmiz in the foothills of the High Atlas.
You’ll also visit the scenic Lalla Takerkoust lake, which was created during the time of the French protectorate. Here, your students will learn more about large-scale water management in an arid climate. They’ll also discover how the lake provides energy for the local area.
You can also visit the city of Ourzazate, which is located in the middle of a bare plateau just to the south of the High Atlas Mountains. The city is known as the ‘Door to the Desert’, because just to its south is the Sahara Desert. And if the city itself looks familiar, that’s because it’s been a location for many films and TV programmes, including Gladiator and Game of Thrones.
Experience the souks of Marrakesh
On your Morocco school trip, your students will have the opportunity to explore Marrakesh’s atmospheric souks. This is a wonderful way to experience Moroccan culture. Marrakesh is actually home to the largest souk in Morocco and the city is famous for its souks.
By visiting the souks, your students will have the chance to see traditional Berber crafts and Muslim clothing. They will also learn about the most important ingredients in Moroccan cooking, such as spices, preserved fruits and mint, as well as other herbs.
Of course, if your students want to buy anything, they will need to have a go at haggling, which is a very important part of souk life!
Explore Berber culture
One of the highlights of any educational tour to Morocco has to be an evening enjoying a traditional Moroccan dinner in a Berber tent, with traditional Moroccan entertainment including horsemanship, fireworks, and much more.
Of course, the mix of Berber and Arab culture, along with French and Spanish influences, make the Moroccan culture extremely rich and completely unique. This makes Morocco a wonderful choice for a school trip that offers students the opportunity to experience new cultures and widen their horizons beyond the frontiers of Europe!
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Geography Trip to Morocco
Halal Food Technology School Trip to Marrakesh
Explore Morocco's lively street food scenes, take part in cooking workshops, and learn more about the country's unique cuisine on a food-focused trip.
£575PP
Halal Geography Trip to Morocco
A Halal geography trip offers your students the chance to visit Morocco's Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert.
£575PP
Halal School Trip to Andalusia and Morocco
A halal trip to Andalusia and Morocco will give your students the opportunity to explore the fascinating history of Islam in the Iberian Peninsula!
£415PP
Activities in Morocco that your school group will love
Atlas Mountains
Take your students on a full-day excursion to the Atlas Mountain Range which stretches all across northern Africa.
Essaouira
Essaouira, known as the White and Blue City, is situated on the Atlantic coast. It is an easy excursion from Marrakesh.
Majorelle Garden
Designed by the French artist Jacques Majorelle in 1924, during the French colonial period. The garden now houses the Islamic Art Museum of Marrakesh.
Menara Gardens
Set slightly out of town, the Menara Gardens are one of the area's most photographed settings and offer a pleasant escape from the bustle of Marrakesh.
Ouarzazate
Ouarzazate, known as the Doors to the Desert, is a city of different cultures and artistic traditions. The wider region has provided the background to many famous films, like Gladiator.
Chez Ali Fantasia
Enjoy a traditional dining experience at the Chez Ali, with a famous cultural show for entertainment.
Djemaa el Fna
Located in the medina, this square is a virtual festival of smells, colours, noise and activity, used by locals and tourists alike.
El Bahia Palace
The Bahia Palace was built in the late 19th century and was intended to be the greatest of its time.
Where to visit in Morocco
Marrakesh
In Marrakesh, your students will experience an exciting introduction to Morocco and the Maghreb.
Thanks to the nearby Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert, Marrakesh is an excellent base for groups interested in geography. Students will also have the opportunity to learn more about water management in dry, arid climates with a visit to the Lalla Takerkoust reservoir.
Tangier
Trips to Tangier are most popular as part of a halal school trip designed to explore Islamic culture and history in the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa.
Your students will love exploring the city’s historic Medina Quarter and its atmospheric souks.
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FAQs
I can’t see the destination I’m looking to travel to, can you still help me with my trip?
Of course.
We've got great relationships with suppliers all over the world, so we should be able to arrange something for you to suit your budget and trip objectives in your preferred destination.
Just get in touch with us and we'll let you know what we can do.
Do you offer travel insurance?
We do. Travel insurance is an optional extra and you can find out more about it in our travel insurance resource (which includes the policy documents and FAQs).
If you decide against arranging this insurance through us (which is absolutely fine, by the way), please just remember you must have suitable travel and medical insurance to cover your group.
Can the trip itinerary be adapted to my curriculum and requirements?
Every single trip we arrange is tailor-made, so yes, the itinerary can be adapted.
Our Tour Advisers and Itinerary Coordinators are all experienced school travel specialists. They'll work closely with you to make sure your itinerary supports your learning objectives. They'll be able to offer suggestions and advice to make sure you make the most of your time.
So, when you're browsing through our school trips, just remember that the itineraries and activities you see are there for inspiration only - your own itinerary can look as similar or as different as you want.
Equally, we've suggested trip durations based on what groups usually request - if you want to go for a shorter or longer duration, just let us know.
How far ahead should I start planning my trip?
As a general rule, we recommend that you start planning your trip 12-18 months before you want to travel. This gives you plenty of time to get it approved and launched to students and parents.
Planning early will mean you have a greater choice of accommodation and travel options - and it will make paying for the trip easier for families, as they'll be able to break it down into smaller, more manageable payments.
You can check out our trip-planning timeline for a better idea of the process and when you should expect to be doing things.
If you are looking to travel sooner than this, it is possible. It will depend on availability and you may find prices are a bit higher, but get in touch and we can see what's possible.
What accommodation options are available?
The accommodation options that are available vary depending on the destination but we're usually able to arrange everything from hostel-style accommodation to more luxurious hotels.
On each of the trip pages, you'll see some accommodation options - these are usually the most popular for those destinations, but we often have plenty of other options available. You'll discuss accommodation options (and budget) with your Tour Adviser when they're putting your quote together, so don't be afraid to let them know if you want something different.
We only work with accommodation options that are suitable for schools. As a member of the School Travel Forum (STF), you can be certain that all accommodation contracted by us complies with local legislation with respect to fire and general safety, is contracted by trained Halsbury Travel staff or reputable agents, receives a standard audit and risk assessment prior to use by Halsbury Travel and receives a supplementary audit if it is used on five or more occasions in a year.
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