Sport and Outdoor Activities in Morocco
Morocco is doing a lot to keep up with the increasing interest in activity and sporting holidays. In addition to its magnificent trekking opportunities, the country also offers impressive golf and tennis facilities, a couple of ski resorts (plus some adventurous off-piste skiing) and excellent fishing. The national sporting obsession, however, is football; enthusiasts can join in any number of beach kick-about games or watch local league and cup matches.
Trekking
Trekking is one of the best things Morocco has to offer. Morocco boasts one of the most rewarding mountain ranges in the world – and one of the least spoilt. A number of long-distance Atlas routes can be followed. One can even do a “Grand Traverse” of the full range. However most people limit themselves to shorter treks round the Djebel Toubkal area.
Soccer
Soccer is important in Morocco and the country is a growing force. The national side has made the World Cup on four different occasions and was among the African nations bidding to host the tournament in 2010. Moroccan teams have also been extremely successful in African club competitions. This is quite impressive when you consider that most Moroccan football players develop their skills in unstructured kick-arounds on the beach, street or patches of wasteland.
Skiing
Morocco doesn’t immediately spring to mind as a skiing destination, but the High Atlas Mountains are reliably snow-covered from late January to early April. The Middle Atlas also occasionally has sufficient snow for the sport.
Riding
Horse riding and camel rides are very popular in Morocco. There are many hotels that offer guided treks through the Atlas Mountains. You should bring your own helmet though.
Fishing
The country features an immense stretch of Atlantic and a small stretch of Mediterranean coastline, with great opportunities to arrange boat trips almost anywhere. Inland, the Middle Atlas shelters beautiful lakes and rivers, many of them well stocked with trout.
Water sports and swimming
Morocco offers excellent water sports such as sailing, yachting, windsurfing, surfing, swimming, White Water River rafting, kayaking and diving.
Golf
Golf is probably the most important sport in Morocco. The country has an international-level course at Rabat and many other 18-hole golf courses.
User Comments & Reviews
2010-02-23 13:22:54
Hiya, a friend an I have booked a weeks holiday in marrakech for the 16th of august, and wondered if the hotair balloons still operated at this time? If so, what sort of price would we be looking at and how would we arrange it? Thanks, Chloe
2010-02-07 02:49:16
Hey guys, just quick question.. what is the best airprt to fly into? Im from Oz but will be flying in from Europe. Thanks heaps.. and wheres the cheapest half descent accomo, (how much) very appreciated, thanks. Jayboy
2009-12-31 18:31:00
I also would like to know where I can find a cluster of lakes. In my case I am looking for lakes for an art project not for fish stock. I am quite urgently looking for some lakes that are small and relatively shallow. I am planning a visit in mid january. Can you offer any advice? (here a link to some of my previous art projects: http://www.myspace.com/birgitdeubner)
2009-12-19 03:53:08
Dreams of Himalaya Trekking Pvt. Ltd. The company Dreams of Himalayas Trekking (P) Ltd. is new name among the travelers to Nepal but this organization has been formed by the experience Himalayan travel experts having more than 15 years of experience in the tourism sector of Nepal. We are committed to provide a Safety, Hygiene and Environment friendly, trip in Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. Top quality tours and travel arrangement for the travelers, is what we strive to offer. Though we are newly established, we are considered as a fastest-growing company. We value excitement and adventure, without compromising on quality.
2009-12-12 23:46:28
Toubkal Mountain Leaders organize and lead climbing, trekking, biking and camel trekking around Morocco and especially the Atlas Mountain. We continue to be one of the most respected and active guiding companies in the Atlas Mountain. Since 1989 we have conducted hundreds of expeditions to destinations around the country, and the fact that most of customers trek with us again and again tells us we're doing things right.
2009-12-08 09:55:03
Could you please give me information on large mouth bass fishing in Morrocco? venues, prices, guiding, liscenses etc and also the best time of year. thanks
2009-12-08 04:51:18
how much does it usually cost?
2009-09-24 00:25:22
Hi, There is a new Hot air ballooning tour operator in Morocco now, its name is : Marrakech by air, the price is cheaper than ciel d'afrique, the program is well organised, a breakfast, 1h of flight, a 4x4 excursion, and a camel ride in the palmeraie of marrakesh ... i tried it 3 times and i recommand it, u can get more informations in their website: www.marrakechbyair.com
2009-09-18 14:18:22
Thank you for your interest in Morocco.com. Kindly refer to the Local Directory in the menu-bar at the top of the page for tour operators and accommodation. You can also join the forums where other users may be able to assist you.
2009-09-16 13:53:50
Could you pls give me some info about big game fishing in october... who are the best charetr boats to contact.. Thanks
2009-09-15 10:00:17
Can you please supply me more details of these Lakes and how to get there? Do you need Licenses etc. Accommodation and rates around the best season for angling.
2009-09-10 17:03:47
Hi I would like to do a hot air balloon ride for me and my friend on the 7th February 2010. I was just wondering how much this would be?
2009-09-05 16:38:37
Hi, I am travelling to Marrakech with my wife to celebrate our 1 yr anniversary for 6 days at the end of September. Do you have availability between 30th Sep and 4th Oct? What will the weather be like and what would the cost be? Thanks, Yoni
2009-08-30 19:53:00
I am going to Marrakech for the last week in October and would like my sons to learn to monoski the slalom course. Is there any facility for doing this in or near Marrakech in October? I look forward to hearing from you. Regards, Ian Caldwell
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