Embark on a 3-day Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech and immerse yourself in the nomadic and Berber life. Experience the otherworldly landscapes, ride camels, visit ancient fortresses, and learn traditional skills. This unforgettable journey will leave you with lasting memories.
Marrakech - Tizi-n-Tichka Pass - Zagora - M’Hamid Oasis - Erg chigaga dunes. 500km, 10 hours on the road
Marrakech - We will leave Marrakech at 7 am to catch a breath-taking sunrise amidst the dunes of the Sahara.
Tizi n’Tichka - On the road through the Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, we will enjoy spectacular views.
Zagora - We will see scenic Berber villages and fortresses, and taste many traditional dishes of the local cuisine.
M’Hamid - We will make stops at the most beautiful places to take pictures.
Erg Chigaga - For the final leg of our journey, we’ll ride on camels to our camp in the middle of the desert. A festive dinner with music by desert nomads awaits us. You will learn so much about Morocco in one day that you could write a book about it :)
Erg chigaga - Antiatlas - “Rally Paris-Dakar” track - Foum Zguid. 300 km, 5.5 hours on the road
Erg Chigaga - After welcoming a magnificent sunrise over the dunes and having breakfast, we will set off across the desert in jeeps.
Anti-Atlas Mountains - We’ll see the mountainous landscapes of The Anti-Atlas, the settlements of Sahrawi and visit the Berber villages. We will learn about the traditions, crafts and history of the local people, learn about local cuisine, learn to bake bread or make tajine and try our hand at making pottery or weaving. Here, in our opinion, the most beautiful ceramics and carpets in Morocco are made.
Foum Zguid - We will arrive in Ouarzazate in the evening.
Ouarzazate - Aït-Ben-Haddou - Tizi-n-Tichka Pass - High Atlas - Marrakech.200 km, 4 hours on the road
Atlas Studios - We’ll start the day with a visit to the world’s biggest film studio, Atlas Studios. Episodes of Game of Thrones, Aladdin, Gladiator and many other films were shot here.
Ait Ben Haddou - After a walk among biblical temples, Egyptian pyramids and Tibetan monasteries, we’ll visit the grand Berber fortress of Aït-Ben-Haddou. You may even recognise it from many films. We’ll visit the local bazaar and lose ourselves in the mysterious alleyways of this remarkable monument of architecture and history.
Tizi n Tichka - After lunch, we’ll travel through the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass and return to Marrakech by 5 pm.
- Dinner
- Breakfast
The Sahara transforms reality; in this realm, the progression of time seems to alter. Rather, time ceases to be a factor. One is instead surrounded by an infinite expanse of extraordinary terrain, the rhythmic motion of a camel’s stride, and a sky littered with stars so luminous, punctuated by the harmonic serenade of your guide. You’re captivated by the splendor and savor each moment.
Our expedition will traverse the Atlas Mountains, characterized by their towering gorges and verdant havens tucked away amidst arid expanses, complete with clusters of date palms and lush gardens. We’ll explore ancient strongholds, spend a night in the vast desert, and even stop by ‘Hollywood’. We’ll delve into the lifestyles of nomadic tribes and the Berbers, picking up the art of pottery and camel racing. Perhaps we’ll participate in harvesting dates, preparing tajine, or weaving a matrimonial rug. Our journey will be documented through numerous photographs, the savoring of regional cuisine, and the unravelling of local enigmas. Such voyages are indelible, and at times, they possess the power to transform one’s life.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
