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8 Days - 7 Night
Daily Tour
17 people
English, French
8 Days Sahara Desert Trekking in Morocco involves walking through the vast dunes of southern Morocco with a professional nomadic guide and camel handlers. A caravan of camels carries your luggage, allowing you to focus on the journey.
You will experience the fascinating expanse of the desert, encounter nomads in unique ways, and observe the animal and plant life. This trek offers an opportunity to relax and enjoy the tranquility, completely disconnecting from civilization. The silence of the heart of the great Moroccan Sahara desert provides an unforgettable setting, with breathtakiunrises and sunsets that will stay with you forever.
During the trek, you live according to the rhythm of the sun, with each person moving at their own pace, accompanied by the camel handlers. Before each stage, they gather the camels, which have fed on desert shrubs during the night. They also collect firewood, prepare tea, and bake bread in the sand. You sleep under the stars, in traditional tents, which adds to the adventure and authenticity of the experience.
You will also taste delicious Moroccan cuisine, prepared by the camel handlers. Regular breaks punctuate your walk, giving you time to eat, drink, observe, and contemplate the desert landscape.
The 8-Day Sahara Desert Trekking in Morocco is available from mid-September to mid-May. During this time, moderate temperatures make the camel trek enjoyable and comfortable. We organize treks starting with just two participants, on the date of your choice. Whether you are looking for a short adventure or a longer journey, this trek offers an unforgettable experience
In the morning, transfer from Marrakech to M’hamid. You will travel across the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, then along the Tiffernine mountains before crossing the Saghro massif through the Tizi n’Tinififft pass. You will arrive at the beautiful Drâa Valley, with its ksours (fortified villages) and kasbahs, and follow this route to Zagora. Meet the team of camel handlers in Djineya. Dinner and overnight stay in the desert.
In the morning's coolness, cross the Djebel Bani via the Djineya pass. Enjoy panoramic views of the vast green ribbon of the Drâa Valley. After a midday stop, continue your trek to cross the Oasis of Oum Lili. Set up the bivouac at Lboudiat for the night.
In the morning, traverse a hamada (rocky plateau) covered with acacias. After a midday break, continue your journey through the Bani Mountains, reaching Stilla by the end of the day.
Head south into expansive desert plateaus and the Bani Mountains, through the black stone desert. Set up the bivouac at Oued Lghareg for the night.
Over the course of these two days, the caravan will travel through dunes and tamarisk trees to reach Oued Laatach, Bougarn, and then Oued Naam (formerly populated by ostriches, which is reflected in its name).
Departing from Oued Naam, the trek continues through the Hamada du Drâa, a vast stony desert (reg) scattered with volcanic stones. Arrive in M’hamid in the late afternoon, where you can rest and take a shower if desired. Dinner and overnight stay in the desert.
After breakfast, transfer back to Marrakech with a lunch stop along the way. Arrival in the afternoon.
The treks are available from mid-September to mid-May, offering moderate temperatures ideal for desert exploration
Comfortable walking shoes
Warm clothing for cool desert nights
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) Sleeping bag (optional but recommended)
Personal items and toiletries
You will sleep in traditional bivouac tents or under the stars, with mattsses and blankets provided.
Yes, please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions or preferences.
Each person walks at their own pace, accompanied by camel handlers, allowing everyone to enjoy the journey comfortably.
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