Morocco or bust! 2008

[pdriver]

Hi there,

Paul and Dawn from Ilkley in the UK and we're driving to Morocco in our Landcruiser. It's our first go at overlanding and we would like ask for
feedback about our route planning.

We're having our vehicle properly prepared and intend to camp in our roof tent, as well as making use of auberges and hotels along the way.

We want to take our time and enjoy the holiday and thought that a 5-6 weeks including travel time from the UK would be about right. We've tried to piece together a route taking in most of Morocco's major attractions and we've largely relied on Lonely Planet for pointers in this regard. Moreover, after the reading 'Sahara Overland', we are really keen to explore some of the desert pistes that Chris describes in his book.

Additionally, we are also interested to visit some of the property hotspots around Morocco, most of which are on the west coast.

We don't have much off-road experience so I particular I'm interested to know...

• How viable the Cirque de Jaffar would be in a 4x4?
• About the Plage Blanche and whether it would be wise to attempt this unaccompanied?
• Of the Todra/Dades Gorge area, whether to do the full loop via Agoudal or to cut across at Tamtattouchte?

We've put together a fairly detailed route plan; however some of the maps are too large to upload here, therefore we've published full details to our website at www.pdriver.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/hubb/ , please take a look.

We would really welcome any feedback. Not just regarding any potential pitfalls, but also of accommodation tips and whether we've omitted any 'must see' locations or routes.

Thank you,
Paul and Dawn