Toni had arranged for us to do quad biking in Ouarzazate oasis amongst the palms, but 2 days before, our driver was to tell us that because it was low season, the original company didn’t have their quad bikes ready for us. A backup was sort by our driver, but they didn’t allow anyone under 18 to ride their quads! 3rd option, turned out to be great for us as we now get to ride in the desert (mostly dirt and rocks) and the kids except for Addi get their own 300cc quads!
After getting kitted up, We all negotiated a quick test track while being watched and then headed out into the desert with our guide at the front for what was about 3 hrs of great fun. The guide quickly realised that the kids had ridden quad bikes before and was not too strict allowing them to have some fun!!
The terrain was quite varied including steep up and down hills, loose rocky dirt roads (fishtailing on this was fun) & riding through dry creek beds. We even rode on the sealed main roads with cars and trucks for a short stint which was interesting.
Stopping for a short break for more mint tea overlooking a large lake with the snow covered “High Atlas” mountains in the background on a cool, clear & sunny morning was really nice before heading back.
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