7 Days Sahara Adventure

Embark on a 7-day Sahara adventure from Marrakech. Explore souks, Atlas Mountains, and desert nights with an expert Amazigh guide. Culture, camels, and starry skies await.

Duration: 7 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Arrive in Marrakech

Marrakech - Welcome to enchanting Marrakech! As you touch down, our team whisks you away to a tranquil countryside villa - your oasis for the night. Shake off travel fatigue with a refreshing dip in the pool (seasonal), surrounded by fragrant gardens. For the adventurous, the labyrinthine medina beckons with its kaleidoscope of sights and sounds.

Explore winding alleys, vibrant souks, and hidden gems, or simply luxuriate in the villa’s calm. As evening falls, indulge in your first Moroccan feast - a tantalizing array of flavors that dance on your palate. Let the gentle night breezes carry you to sleep, dreams filled with the promise of tomorrow’s adventures in this land of mystery and wonder. Your Moroccan odyssey begins now!

Marrakech to Draa Valley

Atlas Mountains View - Pause for breathtaking views of the majestic Atlas Mountains. Marvel at nature’s grandeur as you breathe in the crisp mountain air.

Ait Ben Haddou - Discover Aït Benhaddou, an 11th-century fortified village where history meets Hollywood. This UNESCO site, featured in “Gladiator” and “Game of Thrones,” offers a glimpse into Morocco’s past and cinematic present. Wander narrow alleys flanked by mud-brick buildings, climb to the ancient granary for panoramic views, and imagine epic film scenes unfolding around you. As we explore during lunch, you’ll learn about Berber architecture and savor local flavors. Aït Benhaddou blends Moroccan heritage with silver screen magic, creating an unforgettable stop on your Moroccan adventure.

Draa Valley to Erg Chigaga

Tamegroute - Discover Tamegroute, a hidden gem in southern Morocco. Admire its renowned emerald-green pottery, a local specialty perfected over centuries. Visit one of Morocco’s oldest libraries, housing ancient manuscripts that whisper tales of Islamic scholarship and Saharan wisdom.

M’Hamid - Venture to the desert’s edge, where adventure beckons. Embark on a thrilling mini-Moroccan safari, tracing the legendary Paris-Dakar Rally route. Feel the pulse of motorsport history as you traverse vast dunes and rugged terrain.

Arrive at your desert camp, an oasis of comfort amid the Sahara’s grandeur, and enjoy the welcome tea. Scale golden dunes for a mesmerizing sunset, painting the sky in fiery hues. Then, immerse yourself in Berber culture with a feast under the stars. Let traditional music and rhythmic dancing transport you, before lying back to witness the galaxy unfold in the pristine desert sky.

Erg Chigaga

Erg Chigaga - Savor a hearty breakfast before your journey into a lush oasis, an emerald jewel amidst the sand sea. Share mint tea with nomads, and listen as they tell tales of desert life.

Back at camp, indulge in a sumptuous lunch before the evening’s thrills. As the sun begins its descent, mount your camel to explore the beauty of the dunes. If you’re daring, carve the dunes on a sandboard, embracing your inner adventurer.

As night falls, the desert comes alive. Feast under the stars, let hypnotic Berber rhythms move you, and gaze at the stars unmarred by city lights. The Sahara’s magic will forever captivate your soul.

Desert to Marrakech

Nationalpark D’Iriqui - Set out on a final desert adventure as you ford the ancient Iriqui River, its path carved through millennia of Saharan history. Then, make an extraordinary detour to Fossil Mountain, a treasure trove of prehistoric life frozen in stone.

As you journey back to vibrant Marrakech, watch the landscape transform from stark beauty to lush oasis, carrying with you the desert’s secrets and the weight of history in your hands.

DINNER is NOT included today.

Half day tour of Marrakech

Marrakech - Dive into the pulsing heart of Marrakech with a guided morning tour through the labyrinthine medina. Let expert eyes unveil hidden gems as you weave through narrow derbs, each turn revealing new wonders. Inhale the heady scents of spice markets, witness artisans practicing age-old crafts, and unravel the secrets of ancient palaces.

As midday approaches, embrace the freedom to chart your own course. Perhaps haggle for treasures in the souks, lose yourself in the tranquil Jardin Majorelle, or indulge in a traditional hammam. Sip mint tea on a rooftop terrace, watching the city’s tapestry unfold beneath you. This is your Morocco – wild, wonderful, and waiting to be discovered.

LUNCH and DINNER are NOT included.

Depart Marrakech

Marrakech - As dawn breaks over Marrakech, savor one last Moroccan feast. Let the aroma of freshly baked khobz and the rich flavor of spiced coffee awaken your senses.
On your way to the airport, drink in the city’s awakening pulse - donkey carts laden with produce trundle past modern cars, while the muezzin’s call mingles with the hum of daily life.
Watch the ochre walls of the medina recede, giving way to palm-lined avenues and finally the stark beauty of the Atlas foothills. As you board your flight, carry with you the colors, tastes, and rhythms of Morocco, forever etched in your traveler’s soul.

What's Included
  • Packing List
  • Lunch
  • Tips and gratuities for drivers/guides/hotels
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • WhatsApp Group
  • 2 30-minute Q&A Video Calls
What's Not Included
  • Airfare to RAK Marrakech Menara Airport
Additional Information

Marrakech to Sahara: 7-day adventure. Souks, Atlas Mountains, desert nights. Culture, camels, and starry skies await. An expert Amazigh guide is an amazing resource through out the trip. A travel coach provides you with pre-trip prep and support including packing lists during the trip. We have a WhatsApp group for Q & A, as well as 2 30-min calls or video calls to help assist you. The tour can be booked as a private tour with a minimum of 6 people.

  • Dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free can be accommodated. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions so that we can determine if they can be accommodated.
Location
Royal Palace
Route Sidi Abdelaziz
We will contact you the day before and let you know where you can meet the guide/driver if you do not need airport pick up.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.