About this episode

This episode explores the stunning Bin el-Ouidane reservoir in the High Atlas mountains and its potential as a tourist destination.

Nestled in the High Atlas mountains northeast of Marrakech is the Bin el-Ouidane reservoir, one of the largest lakes in Morocco. Surrounded by foothills, ravines and gorges, waterfalls and snowy peaks, this is one of the most visually stunning yet accessible areas in the country, with easy hiking trails and water activities. You might think therefore that it's a prominent stop on Morocco's tourist path, but it's not. Yet. Although well-located between Marrakech and Casablanca, it does represe...

People in this episode

Host: Azdean Elmoustaquim

Topics covered

• luxury travel
• natural beauty
• hiking
• water activities
• tourism
• Moroccan culture

Keywords

• High Atlas
• Marrakech
• Bin el-Ouidane
• luxury resort
• hiking trails
• water activities
• Morocco tourism

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Places: High Atlas mountains, Marrakech, Bin el-Ouidane reservoir, Casablanca, Morocco

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