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Leave Marrakech behind and hit the road towards the gates of the desert to the M`hamid region in good timing. Travel over the high Atlas and Daraa Valley with all the diversity of its immense oases landscape abundant with palm trees, Kasbahs, and mud-made villages until you wind up in the desert. Meet kind and welcoming Berber people, and on the back of a camel get lost in the majestic desert beginning with its rocky plateau, and sandy dunes. In the middle of this mind-blowing desert scenery, have a unique evening gazing at the vivid sunset while Berber music is playing in the background. As you get back to Marrakech, seize the day with some sites exploration, from palaces, Museums, gardens, to markets and other things to see. The very history of this ochre city makes it an attraction for people all over the world. Are you ready to have some magical moments experiencing the exotic charm of the Moroccan desert on 15 days tour, so let`s go!
15 days/ 14 nights
From Marrakech
Private
Any time
Discover the highest Mountain pass of Tizi n'Tichka, the flourishing landscape of the Daraa region and its muddy fortified villages, palm groves and oases – a lifetime experience riding a camel, or 4x4 venture driving on desert dunes (dune of Zahar, de Smar and de chegaga) – Special nights in a safe camp and under a sky with a canopy of stars – Unveil the oasis of Oum Laalag with its inexplicable water source in an arid land- Stare at the distant frontier Kraab range – Spend the night close to the tomb of the holy man Sidi Naji – go visit Ksar Bousnina ruins – Explore the rocky plateau of Dzira – enjoy a nomadic breakfast under the shades of Tamarisk shrubs – Stop by Tamegroute, and see the pottery workshop, and pass by the Koranic schools – Take a guided stroll in Marrakech medina, an imperial gem.
After arriving at Marrakech Menara Airport, you will be met by our team and get picked up and carried to your hotel where you will a welcome dinner.
Today, travel across the great high Atlas Mountain via Tizi n'Tichka, the highest pass in Morocco - 2250m above sea level-, down to Daraa valley and end up in the region of M`hamid to the desert. Overnight in Ouled Driss Camp) a few kilometres before M`hamid).
Carry on your way to Rasse-Nkhal, near M`hamid. On your journey, have the chance to visit some amazing ancient Kasbahs (fortified mud villages) where southern people are still living.
Today the desert region is waiting for your curious feet, from regs (rocky terrain), to Ergs, which are colossal sand dunes dotted with Tamarisk. At a distance, you can see the chain of Kraab holding the border with Algeria. Our team will set up the camp near the tomb of the religious leader Sidi Naji, the place sought by Sahraoui women to fortunate finding a husband.
After checking out the interesting ruins of Ksar Bousnina, your hiking boots will lead you further into the desert to the top of the enormous dunes of Zahar, the best place to gaze at the sensational sunset over the desert.
Use your free morning at leisure exploring the Ergs of Smar, and then seek a hideout beneath a tall Tamarisk tree for a nomadic lunch experience. In the afternoon, cut across the colossal Reg of Dzira with an entire peaceful flat land.
Today, make your way through the desert to the highest dunes in Morocco (30m) the spectacular Erg Chegaga, the perfect spot where you will be amazed by the infinite sea sand before your eyes. Camp in the hearth of these immense dunes.
A well-deserved break.
Have lunch at the sacred oases of Oum Laalag, a measureless source of water in the heart of the desert... freshen up with a Sahara water taste.
Leave the dunes behind throughout the expansive of the rocky plateau.
Today, turn up at the Ostrich valley or locally knowns as ` Wadi Naam`, it is believed that ostriches used to migrate through this area that`s where the name came from.
This morning drive from Wadi Naam until it is out of sight and journey via Daraa Hamada, a very wide rocky desert plateau scattered with volcanic stones. Late afternoon, drive back to Ouled Driss, stretch your leg for a break, and take a shower in your camp.
On your journey back to the ochre city Marrakech, before passing through the frontier desert town Zagora, have the chance to have a break at the once religious center, Tamgroute city with its ancient university for Islamic lessons whose library contains some priceless Medieval manuscripts, why not visit a workshop to see how those unique green pottery items are made.
Today is free day at leisure to go under the skin of the ochre city, or the pearl of the south, and its palaces, Museums, medina narrow alleys, and colorful souks. Make sure not to miss the world famous Jamaa El fna square, the Unesco heritage site, the heart of Marrakech where endless night love show ignite the place from snake charmers, musicians, storytellers to orange juice stalls and vendors of snail soup.
Transfer to Marrakech airport, and constant assistance until you board the flight back home.
Round private transfers from/to the airport
Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver (gas included)
Trekking in the desert
luggage carried by Camels
3 nights in 3* hotel in Marrakech
11 nights in a desert camp
full board during the trekking
Guide/cook
Cooking utensils and camp equipment (tents, mattresses, and blankets)
Stay and tourism promotion taxes
our support and assistance.
Flights
lunches during the 2 days of the transfer and the last day in Marrakech
Drinks (It is better to buy mineral water, or bring water Purifier Tablets)
Tips
The price is based on 4 or more travellers
Departure is guaranteed starting from 2 people
Your booking must be made and confirmed at least 2 weeks in advance
Once you book your tour, one of our agents will arrange and communicate the time and meeting point. If you trekking tour includes airport transfers, then your driver will pick you up from the airport and carry you to your hotel, and the next day you will be taken to the starting point of the trekking.
Departures are guaranteed starting from 2 travelers. It is simple and easy to book, you contact us by filling out the request form of the quote, then within 24 hours, we will send you a detailed quote along with steps to follow to make the reservation.
While you are making the booking, we request that you pay a 30% deposit of the total payment either by credit card, PayPal or a bank transfer. The remaining balance is to be paid on site only in cash. If you prefer to pay the total amount by credit card, PayPal or a bank transfer, you have to do so one month before your arrival in Morocco.
We advise you to bring light and soft (cotton) clothes, plus a short jacket, raincoat (During spring season) as well as a comfortable pair of sneakers.
- Sleeping bags - Sunglasses - Sun and insects’ cream (for mosquitoes in particular) - A cap, or a hat, and a scarf will be very useful in the Southern region - A bath towel and your personal toiletries - 1 liter water bottle - Personal pharmacy kit that can include anti-diarrhea and intestinal anti-infection
Kick off the day with a journey from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountain twisty roadways and reach as far as the wonderful Draa Valley…
From Marrakech, you will have a desert expedition on foot for ten days, walk on regs, ergs, rocky plateau, and sea of sand…
This is a true expedition on the desert, Landscapes switching differently is certainly guaranteed. Your enthusiasm is keen…