Nature Encounters Tours & Travel

05/25/2026

Morocco - May 22, 2026 - Essaouria. Today was a walk through the port and fish market then back to the medina. Free time and our final dinner and some celebrations. Such a fun group! Such a great itinerary - could use a few revisions but we were immersed in beautiful Moroccan landscapes and met some amazing people. Thank you for following along.... Next is February 2027 - Kenya/Tanzania.... Uganda/Rwanda... and March 2027 INDIA! Some very special journeys... won't you join us??

05/25/2026

Morocco May 21, 2026 - Essaouria - what a great coastal city! We left Marrakesh and our journey crossed arid plains and groves of argan trees. This is where we learned more about this tree and it's products from a womens coop. Next to the coast and a welcome 10C cooler! Essaouria, once a Portuguese stronghold and later a haven for artists and musicians was full of laid-back charm. We strolled medina where narrow lanes lead to art galleries, spice stalls, and woodcraft workshops. A fun day!

05/19/2026

The Best of Zimbabwe with optional Okavango Delta, Botswana - September 2027. Imagine this: the mist of Victoria Falls on your face, elephants gathering at Hwange National Park waterholes, paddling quietly down the Zambezi, walking the Mana Pools National Park floodplain in search of wild dogs. Optional add on a journey in the peaceful waterways of the Okavango Delta at the beginning!

We have 3 rooms left and space must be secured within the next week.... don't miss out on this adventure - contact Carol soon to join us - [email protected]

05/19/2026

Morocco - May 19, 2026 - Marrakech - Marrakech, a city steeped in history and alive with colour, rhythm, and tradition. Marrakech is the second oldest of Morocco’s Imperial Cities, set against the snowy peaks of the High Atlas Mountains. We started with a lesson on spices and naturopathy then winded our way through the medina complete with the hustle and bustle of the market.

05/19/2026

Morocco - May 18, 2026 - Our journey continued through Ouarzazate, often referred to as the Gateway to the Sahara. We visited the Atlas Film Studios, one of the largest in the world, where iconic films such as Gladiator and Cleopatra were filmed. A stop at the Musée du Cinéma offered a closer look at props, costumes, and behind-the-scenes stories from Hollywood productions that found their backdrop in Morocco’s dramatic landscapes. From here, the road winds toward Marrakech the second oldest of Morocco’s Imperial Cities, Marrakech is the “Pearl of the South” known for its bustling souks, majestic palaces and rich history.

05/19/2026

Morocco May 17, 2026 - Our journey continued toward Ouarzazate, with breathtaking Moroccan landscapes. We passed through the dramatic Toudgha Canyons where towering limestone cliffs frame a winding river and palm groves. Continuing through Boumalne Dadès, a gateway to the rugged Dadès Valley, and continues to Kalaat Mgouna, famously known as the Valley of Roses. We arrived in Skoura, a tranquil palm oasis dotted with kasbahs and gardens for a well deserved rest!

05/19/2026

THIS is an amazing place....

05/17/2026

05/17/2026

Dancing in the desert...

05/17/2026

Our music lesson