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9-Day Ultimate Sahara Desert Trekking Experience

Trip Desciption

The “Sahara Experience” offers an immersive journey through Morocco’s diverse landscapes, combining cultural exploration and natural beauty. Here’s a summarized version highlighting the key elements of each day:

Trip Highlights

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Tour Plan

Day 01 : Welcome to Morocco
  • Arrival in Marrakech
  • Optional exploration of Marrakech, including the Djemaa-el-Fna and Koutoubia Mosque
Day 02 : Atlas Mountains and Draa Valley
  • Drive across the High Atlas via Tichka Pass (2260m)
  • Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and Ouarzazate
  • Arrival in the Draa Valley, the largest palm grove in Morocco
Day 03 : Journey to Mhamid Oasis
  • Transfer to Mhamid via Zagora and Tagounit
  • Explore the oldest library and pottery ovens in the south
  • Begin trekking towards the dunes, camping under the stars
Day 04 : Sidi Naji and Desert Trekking
  • Trek through palm groves and dunes, passing dramatic cliffs and deserted villages
  • Lunch at Rass Nkhel, then continue to the holy shrine of Sidi Naji
Day 05 : Wadis and Zahar Dunes
  • Hike through various desert landscapes, including dry river valleys, stone plains, and sand dunes
  • Lunch at Malga Ouedane, then continue to the majestic Zahar dunes for camping
Day 06 : Tamarisk and Acacia Trees
  • Trek north across the Draa riverbed, dotted with tamarisk and acacia trees
  • Lunch in the shade of tamarisk trees, then continue to the dunes of Tilhatine
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Day 07 : Iriki Lake Plateau and Berber Camp
  • Cross the dry bed of the Draa river, once a rich ecological area before dam construction
  • Lunch at Ras Nkhile, then trek to a fixed camp at Ouled Driss
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Day 08 : Return to Marrakech
  • Drive back across the Atlas to Marrakech
  • Free afternoon to explore the city, including the Djemaa-el-Fna and Bahia Palace
  • Final dinner in a local restaurant
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Day 09 : Departure
  • Free time in Marrakech before airport transfers
  • Optional extensions available, including a visit to Essaouira on the Atlantic Coast
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$3000

Single Price Form

5/5
10/27/2024
Anmoon Travel delivered a seamless, personalized, and unforgettable experience! Samir curated a flexible yet well-structured tour that catered to our interests, covering multiple cities with thoughtful touches like snacks for long drives. From cultural visits to supporting local cooperatives, every detail reflected care and passion. Highly recommended for an authentic Moroccan adventure!
Su Ling Koh
5/5
04/22/2024
Samir is an awesome tour guide and tour operator, super experienced and organised, and he really made all the difference on our recent 14day trip around Morocco. He loves his country and sharing this with visitors from all over the world. This passion comes through in how he organises his trips, keeps up to date on what's happening, and creates authentic experiences so you get to see the best that Morocco has to offer, whatever kind of trip it is that you're looking for. Thanks Samir for an unforgettable trip!
Renu Thomas