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Middle East & North Africa Active Holidays


Active Holidays
Our active holidays in the Middle East and North Africa offer a huge range of cycling, walking, trekking and multi-activity experiences for the adventurous traveller.

From cycling through Morocco’s desert sands, red cliff gorges and seaside paths, to trekking off the beaten track around ancient Petra, to snorkelling in the crystal-clear waters of Aqaba – there’s an active adventure in the Middle East and North Africa for you!

Whether you prefer sociable guided group active journeys with an expert guide to lead the way or prefer a tailormade package created around your specific requirements, offering plenty of time for enjoying active excursions, the choice is yours. What’s more, if you would like to tag on a few days at the beginning or end of your trip for some well-deserved time for relaxation or extra sightseeing, this can be easily arranged for you. You may also opt to extend your active holiday to include more than one destination, shaping your holiday into a unique and memorable multi centre package.

With more than 50 years’ experience, Trailfinders has developed the skills and expertise needed to put together all the pieces for a successful active holiday in the Middle East and North Africa. Our expert travel consultants are mines of information, gathered from personal travel experience and are the best people to ask to create your perfect trip.
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OUR MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA ACTIVE HOLIDAYS

Nobody offers more Middle East and North Africa active holidays than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some our most popular Middle East and North Africa active holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of trips or give us a call and speak to one of our travel experts.
Cycle Morocco
Guided Small Group Cycling Tour
14 days / 13 nights

Desert sands, snow-capped mountains, green valleys, red cliff gorges and seaside paths – you'll explore them all on this 14-day cycling tour through Morocco...

Guide Price: €1462 £1287 pp

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Jordan Active Adventure
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
8 days / 7 nights

Jordan is famed for its ancient history, but its present-day adventures are just as epic...

Guide Price: €1237 £937 pp

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Walking Jordan's Spice Trails
Guided Small Group Walking Tour
8 days / 7 nights

Walk in the footsteps of the ancient Nabateans on this journey through Jordan...

Guide Price: €1321 £1040 pp

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Mount Toubkal Trek
Guided Small Group Trekking Tour
7 days / 6 nights

Whether you’re a newbie trekker or a well-travelled walker, this hiking trip in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains is sure to lure you in...

Guide Price: €589 £505 pp

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Petra & Wadi Rum by Bike
Guided Small Group Cycling Tour
9 days / 8 nights

Ride through the changing landscape of Jordan from the olive groves and hilltop villages of the North to the desert roads of the South...

Guide Price: €2,219 £1,849 pp

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Complete Morocco Active Adventure
Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
17 days / 16 nights

Brace yourself for an unforgettable 17-day adventure that’ll have you exploring Morocco’s highlights and hidden gems like never before...

Guide Price: €1519 £1279 pp

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WHAT STYLE OF MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA ACTIVE HOLIDAY IS FOR YOU?

Wherever you want to go, whoever you are travelling with and whatever your interests and budget we have the perfect Middle East and North Africa active holiday for you.

Perhaps you’re looking for an epic cycling trip through the remote Hamada Desert of the Sahara in Morocco, passing by the spectacular High Atlas Mountains? Or perhaps you’re looking to hike through the Dana Biosphere Reserve in Jordan, and experience the beauty of the country’s cliff-carved tombs and monasteries?

Choose from the below active holiday styles, or alternatively, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.

OUR RECOMMENDED HOTELS FOR AN ACTIVE HOLIDAY IN THE MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA

We feature a great range of hotels in a host of beautiful active holiday destinations across the Middle East and North Africa, with something to suit all styles and budgets.

Perhaps you’re after a hotel in Egypt’s Red Sea region, offering incredible diving and snorkelling opportunities, or a spectacular Oman resort that provides unforgettable, adrenaline-pumping activities such as paragliding, mountain trekking and off-road biking?

What you won’t find here are thousands of hotels for an active holiday in the Middle East and North Africa to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay for a perfect active holiday, and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.

For more of our recommended hotels with active facilities, give us a call and speak to one of our expert travel consultants.
Paradis Plage Surf, Yoga & Spa Resort
4starplus

Taghazout Bay

Morocco’s very first eco resort, Paradis Plage Surf, Yoga & Spa Resort is a perfect place to combine an active beach holiday whilst also being able to relax and rejuvenate your body and mind.
Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman
5star

Musandam Peninsula

Accessible from Dubai, this spectacular Omani hideaway enjoys a truly unique location next to a secluded fishing village on the northern Musandam Peninsula.
Atlantis, The Palm
5star

Dubai

Towering majestically at the head of Palm Island, this fabulous property offers an exhilarating world of water themed attractions combined with luxurious accommodation, mouth-watering restaurants and stylish boutiques.
Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara
5star

Doha

Located on a stunning crescent of golden sand just off the coast of downtown Doha, this unique alcohol free resort is a beachside paradise perfect for family adventures.
Cruiser Mogador Essaouira
4star

Essaouira

Nestled on Essaouira’s captivating coastline, this charming hotel offers a serene escape where contemporary design meets Moroccan warmth and friendly hospitality.

WHAT TO DO ON AN ACTIVE HOLIDAY IN THE MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA

As well as some awe-inspiring sights, the Middle East & North Africa is also home to unforgettable active experiences.

One day you might be enjoying an energising Atlas Mountains hiking tour in Morocco, ascending to a scenic look-out point for astounding views of Mount Toubkal, the next marvelling at the blue-green waters at the Bimah sinkhole on a hiking tour of Oman’s wadis.

Our unmissable experiences will really help bring your Middle East & North Africa active holiday to life.
Todra Gorges Hike from Dades Valley
6 hours
Departs: Dades Valley

Discover the Todra Gorges, one of Morocco’s most impressive geological wonders, these massive natural limestone cliffs are located in the High Atlas Mountains.     Leave Dades for the day as you travel to the Todra Gorges where you will meet these high limestone cliffs rising 300m above the riverbed. Take a guided hike through the gorge and continue along the mountain trails for mesmerising views of the entire valley. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant (not included) before walking through the Tinghir Oasis, following the paths through palm groves and ancient villages to see how local Berber communities farm the land.    

Private Atlas Mountains Tour
6 hours
Departs: Marrakech

Drive through scenic valleys and the foothills of the Atlas Mountains, stopping along the way to enjoy stunning landscapes and to visit remote Berber villages. To make the most of the scenery, enjoy an energising hike ascending to 1,800m for panoramic views of Mount Toubkal followed by a delicious lunch.      

Manama Souq Walking Tour
2 hours
Departs: Bahrain

Immerse yourself in the vibrant marketplace of Manama Souk and experience authentic Bahraini culture on this guided walking tour. Explore hidden gems such as Little India, the Gold City and the Spice Market, before visiting the famous Bab Al Bahrain building, a cultural landmark since 1949.        

Private Walking Oman's Wadis
8 hours
Departs: Muscat

Discover the quaint fishing village of Quriyat before heading to Oman’s wadis. Walk through rugged landscapes, and marvel at the blue-green waters at the Bimah sinkhole. A country of contrast, you’ll have a newfound perspective on this fascinating place!  

Private High Atlas Mountains Half Day Trek
3-3.5 hours
Departs: Atlas Mountains

From serious mountaineers to casual day hikers, the Atlas Mountains is a trekker’s paradise. Your private guide gives you the flexibility to set the pace during a hike in this special area. The route can vary but you’re guaranteed great views and a refreshing mint tea at a traditional Berber village.        

Trekking at Ajloun Nature Reserve
3 hours
Departs: Amman

Dust off those walking boots, as Ajloun Nature Reserve awaits. With its dominating Oak and Pistachio woodlands and beautiful terrain, this is a welcoming countryside escape from nearby Amman. The best views are to be had from Eagle’s View Point, so don’t forget your camera!    

OUR MIDDLE EAST & NORTH AFRICA TOURING PARTNERS

Our range of carefully chosen touring partners provide several active ways to explore the Middle East and North Africa, ensuring there is always an active holiday in the Middle East and North Africa for you, no matter where and how you want to travel.

Each of our touring partners share our philosophy of delivering award-winning travel at the best value, making sure you’re in safe hands as you travel.
G Adventures

G Adventures has defined small group travel for over 30 years. With over 80 active small group adventure tours, get closer to your destination by hiking, biking, and multi-sporting your way through it. Look forward to top-notch equipment, experts, and adventurous opportunities on an active tour with G Adventures.

Intrepid Travel

For travellers yearning to get off the beaten track, Intrepid opens a whole new world. Intrepid’s active trips are pulse-racing adventures for those who like their travel with a dash of adrenaline. Opportunities to explore local culture are still embedded throughout, but the outdoor active excursions, are what they’re all about.

Explore

Discover destinations around the world with Explore's range of walking and hiking holidays - an ideal way to explore a destination in depth and take in its landscapes. From mountains to coastlines, deserts to villages, you'll get right under the skin of your chosen destination.

Exodus Adventure Travels

The original small group adventure holiday and a company specialising in outdoors active holidays. Walking and cycling tours have been engrained in Exodus from the start, 50 years ago. Whether you are after a leisurely cycling tour in the Loire Valley, or a challenging climb up Mt Kilimanjaro, Exodus will have a tour for you.

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