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S'houl Day Hike

Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah Dam

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DESCRIPTION

A day by the lake, very close to Rabat.
Boat crossing – Easy hike – Traditional lunch with a local family.

About the destination
Between Rabat and Benslimane, the Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah Dam is one of the largest in Morocco. Its lake stretches between green hills, in a calm you wouldn't expect so close to the city.

The day starts with breakfast by the lake, followed by a short walk to the shore and a boat crossing to the other side. From there, a hike of about 3 to 4 hours, easy to moderate, with breaks to catch your breath, enjoy the view and take photos.

At noon, we are welcomed by a local family in the region of S’houlfor a traditional lunch: seven-vegetable couscous or rfissa with free-range chicken, as chosen when signing up.

An outing to share with family or friends, and a great first hike for beginners.

✅ Note: the price includes the hike, the return boat crossing, breakfast, lunch with a local family, the guide and support. Transport is not included.

 • Respect for culture, nature and friendliness on our hikes: All participants are strongly encouraged to contribute positively to the group dynamic, helping the excursion run smoothly. It is also essential to carefully respect the cultural and social integrity of the communities we visit, taking into account their daily rhythm of life, traditions, customs, privacy and work. In addition, it is essential to respect the surrounding nature and minimise our impact on the environment throughout the hike.

DATES AND DEPARTURES

01 November 2026
280,00 MAD Book
22 November 2026
280,00 MAD Book

OVERVIEW

Guest 280,00 MAD
Member 240,00 MAD
Child 150,00 MAD
Duration 1 Day / 0 Nights
Meals Half board
Deposit when booking 100 MAD (the balance is paid during the trip)
Loyalty points +60 points earned
Difficulty Easy
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Region Sala Jadida
City Rabat

DETAILED PROGRAMME

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🗓️ 𝗗𝗘́𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗟𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗗𝗘 𝗟𝗔 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘́𝗘
Two routes will be offered: an easy route and a moderate route. You can choose the one that suits you best and enjoy the hike at your own pace, according to your wishes and abilities.
07:15 Departure from Casablanca (Casa-Voyageurs station, Al Boraq entrance)
08:30 Departure from Rabat (Agdal station)
09:00 - 09:15 Meeting in Salé Jadida (Afriquia station), then drive to the lake
09:20 Arrival by the lake to enjoy breakfast with a beautiful view of the water.
10:00 We gather as a team to go over our route, share the day's instructions and make sure everything is ready for a great adventure together.
10:15 We start our adventure with a short, easy walk of about ten minutes to the lake shore, where we board the boats together to reach the other side. 🚣‍♀️
Once there, we begin our main hike of 3 to 4 hours, on an easy to moderate route. Along the way, we take time to enjoy the landscapes, take a few breaks to rest and capture these beautiful moments, while admiring the magnificent views of the lake and the surrounding hills.
14:00 Traditional lunch with a local family, a chance to discover local flavours and enjoy a warm moment around a good meal.🥰

🍽️ The dish is chosen when signing up:
--- 1- Seven-vegetable couscous with meat.
--- 2- Rfissa with free-range chicken.
15:30 We calmly make our way back to the boats after a walk of about 30 minutes, then cross the lake to the other shore.
16:30 End of this lovely day, then the drive back to Salé,
17:15 Expected arrival in Rabat.
18:30 Expected arrival in Casablanca.
Day 1

INCLUSIONS / EXCLUSIONS

What's included

  • Return boat crossing.
  • A bottle of water.
  • Breakfast with a local family.
  • Lunch with a local family.
  • Hiking guides.
  • Randomania support, photographer …

What's not included

  • Transport (car-sharing, or minibus as an option).
  • Car-sharing (costs shared between the passengers of each car)
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips.

RECOMMENDED GEAR

Hiking boots, walking pole.
Cap, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Waterproofs, fleece, warm clothing.
Small backpack and a bottle of water.
Your positive attitude and your smile.😉🤙
Need help with your gear? The What to wear hiking guide →

TRANSPORT & CAR-SHARING

Car-sharing

Participants share the ride and the costs. The club offers a discount to drivers who offer their car.

The price of this programme is excluding transport. You indicate your choice when signing up.

1 car offered 4 seats free 0 people looking for a seat
Coming by car? Every seat you offer helps another participant come along.
Offering your car?
  • −50 MAD off your booking
  • +30 loyalty points per passenger
Car-sharing (costs shared between the passengers of each car)
We put you in touch with a driver, depending on available seats.
Minibus as an option
Limited seats, to be booked when signing up.
+100 MAD
per person, return
Do you have a car? Offer your free seats!
  • +30 loyalty points per passenger driven.
  • A friendly ride, among hikers.

OPTIONS & EXTRAS

1- Seven-vegetable couscous with meat.
/pers.
0,00 MAD
2 - Rfissa with free-range chicken.
/pers.
0,00 MAD

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