Geography school trips to Marrakech
Discover the extraordinary geography of Morocco on a school trip designed to inspire students through real-world learning. From the bustling souks of Marrakech to the snow-capped peaks of the Atlas Mountains and the rocky expanse of the Agafay Desert, this trip brings key curriculum topics to the forefront, from ecosystems and human–environment interaction to water management, sustainability, and cultural geography. Students will explore contrasting landscapes, examine how communities adapt to physical environments, and consider the challenges of living in diverse climates. Through guided hikes, museum visits, and immersive cultural experiences, they’ll gain valuable insight into geographical enquiry and fieldwork in a truly dynamic setting.
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
- Depart the UK and travel to Marrakech
- Welcome meeting
- Guided visit of Marrakech medina
- Bahia Palace
- Maison de la Photographie
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Museum of Water
- Evening meal at local restaurant
- Imlil visit (Gateway to High Atlas Mountains)
- Gentle hike with local guide
- Focus sessions on mountain ecosystems, traditional Berber life, and sustainability
- Picnic lunch in the High Atlas Mountains
- Evening meal at accommodation
- Eco Museum of the Toubkal National Park
- Ouirgane gentle guided hike
- Lunch in local restaurant
- Agafay Desert visit
- Camel ride
- Evening meal at accommodation
- Breakfast at accommodation
- Transfer back to Marrakech
- Time at leisure in Marrakech before flight (if time allows)
- Depart Marrakech and return to UK
Features
Excursions
Welcome briefing
Join an introductory briefing on Morocco’s diverse geography, from its mountain ranges and fertile valleys to vast desert regions. This session provides essential background for understanding the landscapes and cultures encountered during your trip.
Medina Guided Tour
Take a guided walking tour of Marrakech’s historic medina. Wander through vibrant souks, narrow alleys, and ancient monuments as your guide shares stories about trade, craftsmanship, and everyday life in this UNESCO-listed old city.
Bahia Palace
Step inside the magnificent Bahia Palace, an architectural masterpiece of carved wood, mosaics, and tranquil courtyards. This visit offers insight into Morocco’s royal history and the artistry of traditional Moroccan design.
Museum of Water
Visit the Museum of Water to explore Morocco’s historic and modern water management systems. Exhibits reveal how this vital resource shapes agriculture, architecture, and daily life in arid environments.
Gentle guided hike (Atlas Mountains)
From the mountain village of Imlil, take a gentle hike through the High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, your tour leader will guide focused sessions on key topics such as mountain ecosystems, traditional Berber village life, and how people interact with their environment in this rugged landscape.
Eco Museum of the Toubkal National Park
Explore the Eco Museum of Toubkal National Park to learn about the local environment, biodiversity, and conservation initiatives that protect the fragile ecosystem of Morocco’s most important mountain region.
Sunset camel ride
Experience the magic of the desert with a sunset camel ride. As the sun dips below the horizon, enjoy the peaceful silence and shifting colours of Morocco’s dramatic landscape.
Maison de la Photography
Discover Morocco’s past through the lens at Maison de la Photographie, which houses a fascinating collection of early photographs capturing Moroccan landscapes, traditions, and people from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Welcome briefing
Join an introductory briefing on Morocco’s diverse geography, from its mountain ranges and fertile valleys to vast desert regions. This session provides essential background for understanding the landscapes and cultures encountered during your trip.
Medina Guided Tour
Take a guided walking tour of Marrakech’s historic medina. Wander through vibrant souks, narrow alleys, and ancient monuments as your guide shares stories about trade, craftsmanship, and everyday life in this UNESCO-listed old city.
Bahia Palace
Step inside the magnificent Bahia Palace, an architectural masterpiece of carved wood, mosaics, and tranquil courtyards. This visit offers insight into Morocco’s royal history and the artistry of traditional Moroccan design.
Museum of Water
Visit the Museum of Water to explore Morocco’s historic and modern water management systems. Exhibits reveal how this vital resource shapes agriculture, architecture, and daily life in arid environments.
Gentle guided hike (Atlas Mountains)
From the mountain village of Imlil, take a gentle hike through the High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, your tour leader will guide focused sessions on key topics such as mountain ecosystems, traditional Berber village life, and how people interact with their environment in this rugged landscape.
Eco Museum of the Toubkal National Park
Explore the Eco Museum of Toubkal National Park to learn about the local environment, biodiversity, and conservation initiatives that protect the fragile ecosystem of Morocco’s most important mountain region.
Sunset camel ride
Experience the magic of the desert with a sunset camel ride. As the sun dips below the horizon, enjoy the peaceful silence and shifting colours of Morocco’s dramatic landscape.
Maison de la Photography
Discover Morocco’s past through the lens at Maison de la Photographie, which houses a fascinating collection of early photographs capturing Moroccan landscapes, traditions, and people from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Trip details
All Equity packages are tailor-made to suit the needs of our groups. Here are our standard package inclusions:
- Return travel by air (air packages include overseas airport transfer. Coach to UK airport from school is available as an optional extra)
- All security charges, airport and local taxes
- 1 free staff place for every 10 full paying passengers by air
- Half-board accommodation
- Excursions
- Overseas transport
- 24-hour emergency service support
- All travel documentation, luggage labels and resort information
- Lunches
- Meals en-route. While travelling to and from your destination you need to consider meals. These are not included in the package prices
- Air passenger duty. Any paying passengers over the age of 16 at time of travel will be charged a small tax fee
Prices are subject to change based on intended dates of travel and final numbers, the Equity team are here to offer you advice and guidance from start to finish, ensuring your school trip runs smoothly and is a great success.
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