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Hello folks,
after two years it is almost time to go again or back to Morocco.
Last time we went with two friends in their VW T5 $motion and we in our VW T3. This time the setup will be different. (Pictures will follow)
First of all, last week monday my trusty Frontera died on me. Which it did this year three times, so, trusty, well no more. I dont know what is going on with it, but we decided to have ourselves another Rig.
So, friday a week ago we bought ourselves a Jeep Cherokee, better know as the Jeep Liberty KJ from 2003.
And since that day Iam very busy with gearing it up and making it ready for the trip.
This is how it will look when we leave.
And you see a little bit of our new Overland Bound Style Camper Trailer. Or Base Camp Trailer.
This special designed Trailer (by me) is build by my specifications and demands. And It worked out very nice.
Here a picture, still behind my Frontera.
So, we did all the preparations for the trip, and just a few points are still on the list.
But we will manage them this week. We have to, as our journey starts on the first of september. Which is a very good birthday present if I may say so.
First we drive up to Zeeland (the Netherlands) where we meet up with friends to celebrate their wedding anniversary and my birthday. Yes, same day. (coincidence)
On the thrid of september after breakfast we will hit the road down to Spain. We hope to reach on tuesday evening Algeciras in southern Spain were we will book the ferry to and from Ceuta (Spanish enclave in Morocco). From there we will cross the border to Morocco itself.
So, wednessday morning we will cross. We do this crossing with a purpose. Because, when we arrive in Ceuta, we are still in Spain, officially, but we can be clear from the harbor. If something goes wrong, by papers or whatever, we will be on Spanish soil, in a City, instead, when crossing to Tanger, in the harbor behind customs, with no acces to any supplies.
Anyway, nothing will happen, hopefully, but going on an adventure, doesnt mean you have to dive head on first into the dark.
So, when we cross, we will head to the town of Chefchouen were we will rest for one day. Getting used to the African way of life.
Then we leave to Imousar Kandahar nearby Fez. We will meet up with friends and then we will furfill a promise we made two years ago.
Explenation:
Two years ago we had a car breakdown and got to Imilchil, where we were taken care of by a very friendly lady called Malika. She helped us in a way that goes way beyond just helping. She made us family.
As we heard about the misfortune she had, we decided to buy here a new Berber Tent
This is her old one, and due hospital time, snow and disregards of the people towards berber people it collapsed during winter. And that took away a large amount of revenue to her B&B.
And she cant afford to buy a new one.
End of explenation!
So, we will buy a new one and together with our friends we are going to bring that tent to Malika. It will be a two day trip, as we arent in a hurry.
This all will take the first week, that is for sure. And I guess we wont be leaving fast there.
After that we are going south, to Merzouga were will will visit the campsite Heaven la chance again. A wonderful place right at the feet of the big desert dunes.
And yes, this time we will try to find our way into the dunes.
Or plan is to get a guide there, or join a group to Zagora. This is really going into the desert. And I guess, you just dont want to do this alone. Maybe next time.
From Zagora it us up to Marrakesh and then slowly but surely it is time to go home.
We planned a 4 week trip, and we will see what will happen.
Here you can find pictures of our first tour to Morocco. I hope we can make more this time.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Dragonriders-Travel-133426393449687/photos/?tab=album&album_id=793409754118011
We will keep you all informed if you like.
Greetings from the Netherlands.
Robert
after two years it is almost time to go again or back to Morocco.
Last time we went with two friends in their VW T5 $motion and we in our VW T3. This time the setup will be different. (Pictures will follow)
First of all, last week monday my trusty Frontera died on me. Which it did this year three times, so, trusty, well no more. I dont know what is going on with it, but we decided to have ourselves another Rig.
So, friday a week ago we bought ourselves a Jeep Cherokee, better know as the Jeep Liberty KJ from 2003.
And since that day Iam very busy with gearing it up and making it ready for the trip.
This is how it will look when we leave.
And you see a little bit of our new Overland Bound Style Camper Trailer. Or Base Camp Trailer.
This special designed Trailer (by me) is build by my specifications and demands. And It worked out very nice.
Here a picture, still behind my Frontera.
So, we did all the preparations for the trip, and just a few points are still on the list.
But we will manage them this week. We have to, as our journey starts on the first of september. Which is a very good birthday present if I may say so.
First we drive up to Zeeland (the Netherlands) where we meet up with friends to celebrate their wedding anniversary and my birthday. Yes, same day. (coincidence)
On the thrid of september after breakfast we will hit the road down to Spain. We hope to reach on tuesday evening Algeciras in southern Spain were we will book the ferry to and from Ceuta (Spanish enclave in Morocco). From there we will cross the border to Morocco itself.
So, wednessday morning we will cross. We do this crossing with a purpose. Because, when we arrive in Ceuta, we are still in Spain, officially, but we can be clear from the harbor. If something goes wrong, by papers or whatever, we will be on Spanish soil, in a City, instead, when crossing to Tanger, in the harbor behind customs, with no acces to any supplies.
Anyway, nothing will happen, hopefully, but going on an adventure, doesnt mean you have to dive head on first into the dark.
So, when we cross, we will head to the town of Chefchouen were we will rest for one day. Getting used to the African way of life.
Then we leave to Imousar Kandahar nearby Fez. We will meet up with friends and then we will furfill a promise we made two years ago.
Explenation:
Two years ago we had a car breakdown and got to Imilchil, where we were taken care of by a very friendly lady called Malika. She helped us in a way that goes way beyond just helping. She made us family.
As we heard about the misfortune she had, we decided to buy here a new Berber Tent
This is her old one, and due hospital time, snow and disregards of the people towards berber people it collapsed during winter. And that took away a large amount of revenue to her B&B.
And she cant afford to buy a new one.
End of explenation!
So, we will buy a new one and together with our friends we are going to bring that tent to Malika. It will be a two day trip, as we arent in a hurry.
This all will take the first week, that is for sure. And I guess we wont be leaving fast there.
After that we are going south, to Merzouga were will will visit the campsite Heaven la chance again. A wonderful place right at the feet of the big desert dunes.
And yes, this time we will try to find our way into the dunes.
Or plan is to get a guide there, or join a group to Zagora. This is really going into the desert. And I guess, you just dont want to do this alone. Maybe next time.
From Zagora it us up to Marrakesh and then slowly but surely it is time to go home.
We planned a 4 week trip, and we will see what will happen.
Here you can find pictures of our first tour to Morocco. I hope we can make more this time.
https://www.facebook.com/pg/Dragonriders-Travel-133426393449687/photos/?tab=album&album_id=793409754118011
We will keep you all informed if you like.
Greetings from the Netherlands.
Robert
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