Climbing in the Moroccan Anti-Atlas: Tafroute and Jebel El Kest (Climbing Guides) [Paperback]

Claude Davies (Author)

Book Description

Series: Climbing Guides | Publication Date: April 2, 2004

Climbing in the Anti-Atlas offers routes on crags on the south side of Jebel el Kest, 120km south-east of Agadir and close to the oasis town of Tafroute. Here the superb rock conditions on the pink quartzite rock of Jebel provide excellent rock climbing of up to 500 metres in height in all grades. This guide offers comprehensive coverage of approximately 25 crags, mostly unexplored by any climber.However, it is not a place for the novice. Many of the crags are complex, and route finding can be difficult. Descents occasionally involve abseils and down-climbing in exposed situations. Fortunately, the weather is rarely inclement and, even when it is, it is unlikely to involve electrical storms.

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About the Author

Claude Davies has spent most of his life climbing, mainly near his home in Derbyshire. He is a member of the Alpine Club and a former vice-president of the Climbers Club, he also retains membership of the Cromlech Club. On his retirement as a civil engineering consultant, he was able to continue with his passion for climbing and other interests.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Cicerone Press Limited (April 2, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1852844124
• ISBN-13: 978-1852844127
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.6 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,906,430 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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