A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Culture & Chill/
Discover the southern coast of Morocco, from Agadir and its souk to Essaouira and its fishing port, between cliffs, beaches and oases...
On the Atlantic coast of Morocco, this stay allows you to combine sport and the exploration of the region: an unforgettable hike in the Paradise Valley, visits to lively souks, surfing sessions, moments of relaxation and yoga! Tarek, our UCPA Taghazout representative awaits you for:
- 1 stroll in the oasis called “Paradise Valley” - 1 visit to Agadir and its mythical souk - 1 day to visit the ancient medina of Essaouira - 3 introductory surfing sessions - 3 yoga discovery sessions

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Culture & Chill/
Discover the southern coast of Morocco, from Agadir and its souk to Essaouira and its fishing port, between cliffs, beaches and oases...

On the Atlantic coast of Morocco, this stay allows you to combine sport and the exploration of the region: an unforgettable hike in the Paradise Valley, visits to lively souks, surfing sessions, moments of relaxation and yoga! Tarek, our UCPA Taghazout representative awaits you for: - 1 stroll in the oasis called “Paradise Valley” - 1 visit to Agadir and its mythical souk - 1 day to visit the ancient medina of Essaouira - 3 introductory surfing sessions - 3 yoga discovery sessions

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

Nouveauté
  • A program that combines sport and discovery of the region
  • A Moroccan residence with pool overlooking the sea
  • Apartment with terrace facing the ocean
  • The visit to the souk of Agadir and the medina of Essaouira
  • Introduction to surfing and yoga
  • The discovery of an oasis, with palm trees, pools and waterfalls

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

Nouveauté
  • A program that combines sport and discovery of the region

  • A Moroccan residence with pool overlooking the sea
  • Apartment with terrace facing the ocean
  • The visit to the souk of Agadir and the medina of Essaouira
  • Introduction to surfing and yoga
  • The discovery of an oasis, with palm trees, pools and waterfalls

Enjoy unforgettable experiences with UCPA Horizon: we take you to the most beautiful global destinations carefully selected for their authenticity and their exceptional spots!


Country discovery

on-site
Place of practice on the site

Ages

18 - 55 ans

Need advice?

OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE OFFER

PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Not very sporty or not very sporty
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LEVEL OF PRATICE
All levels
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Included

  • 7-night accommodation
  • Full board
  • 1 great half-day in the oasis Paradise Valley
  • 1 afternoon in the souk of Agadir
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  • 1 day in Essaouira
  • 3 surfing sessions
  • 3 yoga sessions
  • Sports supervision
  • Sports equipment
  • Transfer to activity spots
  • If you booked the transport with UCPA: international flights back and forth and the transfer between the airport and the center

Not Included

  • Drinks (sodas, alcoholic drinks)
  • Personal expenses and equipment
  • Optional insurances
  • Any other supplement not included in the program
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  • The tips

On option

  • Book your 2nd week by calling a travel consultant

The program

Day by day

Day of arrival

Welcome to the UCPA Taghazout site on Saturday from 6 pm.

Travelling with UCPA?
Flight schedules will be known a few weeks before departure.

During your stay

Day 2: Yoga & Souk
Start the day with a yoga session in front of the sea for a muscular awakening and a good disconnection.
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After a break where you can relax at the hotel pool, we sit down at the table with a good meal at home, then in the afternoon we leave for the city of Agadir and its iconic traditional souk. Souk El Had is one of the largest and most beautiful souks in Morocco. Spices, honey, dates, olives, fabrics... You will find an abundance of goods, from the most contemporary to the most artisanal.


Day 3: Surfing & Yoga
In the morning, head for the waves of the Atlantic Ocean for your first surfing session of the stay. The spot, easy and accessible to all, will be a good playground for beginners as well as for experienced players.
In the afternoon, a yoga session awaits you, overlooking the sea.


Day 4: Paradise Valley
After breakfast, set off to discover the oasis that is nicknamed “the valley of paradise”. Explore this haven of peace, its streams, its limestone gorges, its charming villages in the Moroccan countryside during an atypical stroll along the river, in the Moroccan wadi. Return around 2.30 pm for lunch at home. Then end of the afternoon at leisure, to go for a walk to the village of Taghazout, go to the steam room, or simply chill by the pool.


Day 5: Essaouira
After breakfast, departure at 9:15am by taxi that will take you to Essaouira. During the journey of about 2 hours, discover the beauty of the landscapes with its endemic argan trees. During this day, you will explore the city of Essaouira and its small streets decorated in blue and white as you wish. Formerly called Mogador, the city seduces with its typical Moroccan charm, its fishing port and its iconic blue boats, its unmissable Medina and its 18th century ramparts. At 5 pm join the taxi waiting for you at the meeting point to return to Taghazout where dinner awaits you.




Day 6: Yoga & Surfing
Start the day with a yoga session at sunrise. Then recharge your batteries with a good breakfast, before leaving for another surf session.


Day 7: Surf & Chill
In the morning, you take advantage of the ideal conditions of the Atlantic coast and the geographical position of Taghazout for the last time to go surfing.
Free afternoon, during which you can take the opportunity to buy your last memories in Taghazout and stroll through its small streets, go for a steam room or a massage, or simply chill by the pool.




The course of this program is indicative and may be modified according to technical criteria, safety requirements or current weather conditions. In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).

Last day

End of stay on Saturday morning.


Travelling with UCPA?
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Flight schedules will be known a few weeks before departure.

SPOT

Oasis and Ocean, healing in Berber country

The La Source residence in Taghazout is the ideal place to discover this region of Morocco, Tarek and his team will take you every day to discover authentic places that make the charm of Morocco. Agadir, the largest city in the region, has all the amenities and history of a big city, not to mention its unmissable souk. Taghazout, a 20-minute walk south of your residence, is a small fishing village located north of Agadir. Leaning against the cliffs, you can relax on the terrace of a café facing the large beach. Essaouira (former Mogador), known for its blue fishing boats and its medina surrounded by ramparts. Inside, the atmosphere is typically Moroccan and sellers of Moroccan handicrafts follow one another in the meanders of this century-old city. The Paradise Valley, a haven of greenery in the heart of the Berber country in the High Atlas mountain range, this oasis is known for its rock pools and waterfalls.

Hosting

Residence La Source

Located in front of La Source beach, 5 minutes by car or 20 minutes on foot north of the small village of Taghazout, the hotel residence of La Source awaits you for a stay rich in discoveries. Composed of fifteen apartments, this residence leaning against a cliff has a swimming pool and a terrace/chill area with your feet in the water where you can stroll while watching the sun disappear into the ocean.
You will stay in large apartments with 2 to 3 bedrooms. These are rooms for 3 to 5 beds. The apartments each have a large Moroccan living room with a sea view terrace, a shared bathroom with separate toilets. The city of Agadir and its amenities are 30 minutes away by car.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Equipment Included

All the equipment is at your disposal.

Equipment Included

All the equipment is at your disposal.

Equipment not included

Tennis-type sports shoes for walking for example, a small leisure backpack (capacity about 25 l)

For your comfort
- A small pharmacy against injuries
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- Personal and travel medications
- A sweater
- A windbreaker.

Watch out for the sun!
Bring at least one long-sleeved T-shirt, hat or cap, sunglasses (with straps), face and lip creams, not to mention your swimsuit.

Don't forget anything because you may not find what you are missing on site.

Equipment not included

Tennis-type sports shoes for walking for example, a small leisure backpack (capacity about 25 l)

For your comfort
- A small pharmacy against injuries
- Personal and travel medications
- A sweater
- A windbreaker.

Watch out for the sun!
Bring at least one long-sleeved T-shirt, hat or cap, sunglasses (with straps), face and lip creams, not to mention your swimsuit.

Don't forget anything because you may not find what you are missing on site.

formalities administratives

ADMINISTRATIVE FORMALITIES FOR ADULT STAYS:
Indicative data for French nationals, valid on 31/07/24. Verification is essential one month before your departure.

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Valid passport required.
Admission to Moroccan territory is no longer possible upon presentation of a national identity card alone.

“Adventure” itinerant programs - IMPORTANT!
Here is the address of the hotel on the 1st evening to be presented to customs:

Arrival in Ouarzazate: “winter” programs:
Le Fint Hotel
Kasbah of Taourirte
Mohamed V Avenue
Area 4500 - OUARZAZATE - MOROCCO
Tel.: 00 212 - 5248 - 84886

Arrival in Marrakech: “summer” programs:
Amanar Lands
Douar Akli
Commune of TAHANNAOUT - MOROCCO
Tel.: 00 212 - 5244 - 38103

IMPORTANT:
To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space.
In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/maroc

formalities administratives

ADMINISTRATIVE FORMALITIES FOR ADULT STAYS:
Indicative data for French nationals, valid on 31/07/24. Verification is essential one month before your departure.

Valid passport required.
Admission to Moroccan territory is no longer possible upon presentation of a national identity card alone.

“Adventure” itinerant programs - IMPORTANT!
Here is the address of the hotel on the 1st evening to be presented to customs:

Arrival in Ouarzazate: “winter” programs:
Le Fint Hotel
Kasbah of Taourirte
Mohamed V Avenue
Area 4500 - OUARZAZATE - MOROCCO
Tel.: 00 212 - 5248 - 84886

Arrival in Marrakech: “summer” programs:
Amanar Lands
Douar Akli
Commune of TAHANNAOUT - MOROCCO
Tel.: 00 212 - 5244 - 38103

IMPORTANT:
To guarantee your departure, it is imperative to complete the “TRAVEL FORMALITIES” form now in the “Services” section of your personal space.
In the event that this information is not provided, you risk being denied boarding by the company.
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/maroc

Address and access

contact email: taghazout@ucpaplanete.com Arrival airport: Agadir For interns who did not buy the UCPA flight: - If you arrive at the same time as the UCPA flight, you can benefit from the transfer organized by the UCPA.
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You must inform the center in advance and pay the amount of this transfer to our representative on site, before the bus leaves.

Residence La Source, Taghazout, N1:


- Taghazout
Tél.: +212 5282-00329

Address and access

contact email: taghazout@ucpaplanete.com

Arrival airport: Agadir

For interns who did not buy the UCPA flight:
- If you arrive at the same time as the UCPA flight, you can benefit from the transfer organized by the UCPA. You must inform the center in advance and pay the amount of this transfer to our representative on site, before the bus leaves.

Residence La Source, Taghazout, N1:


- Taghazout
Tél.: +212 5282-00329

Physical intensity

Not very sporty or not very sporty

You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.

Physical intensity

Not very sporty or not very sporty

You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.

Level of expertise

All levels

Technical level - All levels

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Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.

Level of expertise

All levels

Technical level - All levels

Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.

Restauration

Moroccan or western breakfast
Lunch at the apartment or picnic depending on the activities
Home-cooked dinner inspired by Oriental or European cuisine.

Restauration

Moroccan or western breakfast
Lunch at the apartment or picnic depending on the activities
Home-cooked dinner inspired by Oriental or European cuisine.

Management

Supervision is provided by qualified instructors (French or international).

Management

Supervision is provided by qualified instructors (French or international).

Important information

We invite you to regularly visit the travel advice site:
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/maroc/

Important information

We invite you to regularly visit the travel advice site:
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays-destination/maroc/

Health and formalities

No vaccination is mandatory for Morocco, but we recommend vaccinations against thiphoid fever and hepatitis A and B (combined vaccine).
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Make sure your reminders are up to date (diphtheria, tetanus, and polio).

Personal pharmacy recommended:
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Antimalarial
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins

There is no current antibiotic in the UCPA pharmacy, each participant must bring, if they wish, their own treatment according to their tolerance.

Water: Attention, a few basic hygiene rules will avoid you a lot of problems (a good “tourist” in the best case) that would disturb your vacation:
- Always wash your hands with soap before meals.
- Never be tempted by clear water in the mountains or by tap water in the city.
- Always use appropriate tablets (you have to wait an hour, which is why it is useful to have 2 bottles) .Instead, prefer bottled drinks or even... mint tea.

Hand hygiene: antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel.

Important!
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.

We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances

Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.


http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/maroc/

Health and formalities

No vaccination is mandatory for Morocco, but we recommend vaccinations against thiphoid fever and hepatitis A and B (combined vaccine). Make sure your reminders are up to date (diphtheria, tetanus, and polio).

Personal pharmacy recommended:
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Antimalarial
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins

There is no current antibiotic in the UCPA pharmacy, each participant must bring, if they wish, their own treatment according to their tolerance.

Water: Attention, a few basic hygiene rules will avoid you a lot of problems (a good “tourist” in the best case) that would disturb your vacation:
- Always wash your hands with soap before meals.
- Never be tempted by clear water in the mountains or by tap water in the city.
- Always use appropriate tablets (you have to wait an hour, which is why it is useful to have 2 bottles) .Instead, prefer bottled drinks or even... mint tea.

Hand hygiene: antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel.

Important!
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.

We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances

Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.


http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/maroc/

Transport

In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Transavia, Royal Air Maroc.

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On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight will be 20 kg in the hold and up to 5 kg in the cabin, within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).

Transport

In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Transavia, Royal Air Maroc.

On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight will be 20 kg in the hold and up to 5 kg in the cabin, within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).

formalities

No vaccination is mandatory for Morocco, but we recommend vaccinations against thiphoid fever and hepatitis A and B (combined vaccine).
...
Make sure your reminders are up to date (diphtheria, tetanus, and polio).

Personal pharmacy recommended:
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Antimalarial
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins

There is no current antibiotic in the UCPA pharmacy, each participant must bring, if they wish, their own treatment according to their tolerance.

Water: Attention, a few basic hygiene rules will avoid you a lot of problems (a good “tourist” in the best case) that would disturb your vacation:
- Always wash your hands with soap before meals.
- Never be tempted by clear water in the mountains or by tap water in the city.
- Always use appropriate tablets (you have to wait an hour, which is why it is useful to have 2 bottles) .Instead, prefer bottled drinks or even... mint tea.

Hand hygiene: antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel.

Important!
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.

We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances

Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.


http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/maroc/

formalities

No vaccination is mandatory for Morocco, but we recommend vaccinations against thiphoid fever and hepatitis A and B (combined vaccine). Make sure your reminders are up to date (diphtheria, tetanus, and polio).

Personal pharmacy recommended:
Your current medications
Pain medication (paracetamol type)
Antispasmodic (Spasfon type)
Antiseptic (Betadine type)
Anti-inflammatory
Antimalarial
Arnica in capsules or in stick
Bands, plasters and elastoplastic
Water purifying tablets (micropur type) according to your destination
Antiseptic eye drops
Anti-diarrheal
Tire tick
Sterile pads
Tweezers, scissors, safety pins

There is no current antibiotic in the UCPA pharmacy, each participant must bring, if they wish, their own treatment according to their tolerance.

Water: Attention, a few basic hygiene rules will avoid you a lot of problems (a good “tourist” in the best case) that would disturb your vacation:
- Always wash your hands with soap before meals.
- Never be tempted by clear water in the mountains or by tap water in the city.
- Always use appropriate tablets (you have to wait an hour, which is why it is useful to have 2 bottles) .Instead, prefer bottled drinks or even... mint tea.

Hand hygiene: antibacterial hydro-alcoholic gel.

Important!
No additional travel insurance is included in your registration.
We remind you that it is essential that you have at least a “medical care abroad” guarantee and a “repatriation” guarantee including “search and rescue costs”.

We advise you to consult the General Insurance Conditions pages on our website: https://www.ucpa.com/assurances

Whatever your insurance, do not forget to take the necessary information with you during your trip abroad: name and contact details (telephone, email) of your assistance company and the number of the contract taken out.
This information will be requested upon arrival by our local correspondent.


http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/maroc/

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