Morocco Trek: In the Heart of the Sahara 9 Days - 8 Nights
Description
Embark on an invigorating 8-day desert trek, tailor-made for the spirited adventurer. This sport-level expedition promises 4 to 6 hours of daily walking, allowing you to immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of the Sadra and Ezahar ergs. Experience an authentic sense of freedom and escape as you traverse the Sahara, with highlights including visits to Sidi Naji and the revered mausoleum of the Marabout. Nights are spent in close proximity to wells, fostering a deep connection with the desert’s natural wonders. This 100% desert, 100% nature trek offers a complete immersion into the Moroccan Sahara, guided by Said, expert camel drivers, and a reliable camel caravan. Your journey includes 7 unforgettable nights in the heart of the desert, complemented by one night in the village of Mhamid, where a comfortable fixed bivouac awaits
Highlights
- Trek: 8 days on foot
- A sport-level desert journey (4 to 6 hours of walking per day)
- Exploration of the Sadra and Ezahar ergs
- A genuine sense of freedom and escape
- A touch of sightseeing: Sidi Naji and his mausoleum of the Marabout
- Nights near wells
- 100% desert trek, 100% nature
- Complete immersion in the Moroccan Sahara accompanied by Said, the camel drivers, and the camel caravan
- 7 nights in the desert, and 1 night in the village of Mhamid (in a fixed, comfortable bivouac)
Included
- Round-trip transportation from Marrakech / Ouarzazate.
- Overnight stay in a comfortable fixed bivouac in M'hamid (the night before the walking departure)
- 8-day trek - 7 nights
- Full board
Excluded
- Tips.
Itinerary
Departure in the morning from Marrakech to reach the village of Mhamid, at the gates of the desert (private transport with Osez Le Desert Du Maroc). Possible stop in an Atlas village, visit to Ait Beh Haddou near Ouarzazate (a Ksar classified as a UNESCO heritage site). In the evening, overnight stay in a comfortable fixed camp in the heart of the palm grove.
Departure on foot: M'hamid, at the gates of the Sahara - We start this 8-day trek on foot from M'hamid. At the pace of the camels, we cross the beautiful Palmeraie of M'hamid. After lunch, we reach the sanctuary of Sidi Naji to spend the night. The landscape alternates between small dunes, plateaus, and tamarisk groves.
Departure from the dunes of Sidi Naji for a hike of a few hours towards the large dunes of Zmayla. The landscape is completely wild, with no signs of life. Lunch is set up in the shade of a tamarisk in Amyrir. The bivouac is set up for the night near the reliefs of the Hamada du Draa.
After loading the camel caravan, we reach the magnificent howling dunes, this ocean of sand that offers a splendid panorama. Night under the tent or under the stars.
The reliefs of the Hamada du Draa fade away as we reach Erg Sadra. We make a stop at Erg Smar, an opportunity to replenish water and water the camels. Perhaps we will meet a nomadic shepherd who has also come to supply his herd.
We head towards Erg Bougarn, also one of the tracks formerly frequented by nomadic caravanners to reach Timbuktu.
We continue our trek towards Oued Naan, an opportunity for a change of scenery. Another facet of the Sahara Desert. We approach the stone desert.
The stone desert unfolds before us for a few hours of walking. We follow Oued Naan. The bivouac is set up for the night at Bertham near a well.
It's the return to M'hamid! An opportunity, at your convenience, to enjoy the hammam, visit the village and its kasbahs, share a couscous with Ali's family, or visit a local cooperative for semolina production. Return to Marrakech in the late evening with Osez Le Desert Du Maroc (optional).