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Sahara Desert Tours
Past the majestic barrier of the Atlas Mountains the true desert starts… Dunes flooded with light, valleys and mountains of sand, and palm trees that sing under the splendid wind and bright sun. We will see the wells where from time immemorial the great Saharan crossings have collected the precious water. Merzouga is undoubtedly one of the most special areas of the Sahara in Morocco with its dunes that change colors and unbelievable scenery. This tour on the edge of the desert is completed by a visit to the comforting and surreal oasis in the very beautiful palm plantation of Skoura.
Itinerary:
1st day: |
From Marrakesh airport. Transfer to the hotel. |
2nd day: |
Travel in the minibus to Tingerhir, Erfoud and the road of Merzouga. In Merzouga we’ll meet the camels and camel guides. We’ll walk for one hour from where the camels will leave us towards Erg Znaigui (Znaigui Sand Dune) for the first campsite near the small dunes. |
3rd day: |
We will begin the excursion in the dunes with a walk in the direction of the plateau Jbel Baiga, with the beautiful Saharan environment as the backdrop. We will camp at the foot of the rock piton. 4 ½ hrs of walking. |
4th day: |
We will cross the plateau of Jbel Baiga and discover many fossilized shells which cover the plateau. We will arrive at Hassi Mardani for the next night of camping at the foot of the sand dune. 5 ½ hrs of walking. |
5th day: |
We will begin the day by traversing the fair dunes of the mountainous Erg Chebbi (Chebbi Sand Dune). We'll sleep in the dunes at the Bouird campsite. 5 hrs of walking. |
6th day: |
After breakfast we will walk to the town of Merzouga where we will meet our transport. We'll depart from Merzouga for Erfoud, Tingerhir and the palm plantation of Skoura. We’ll picnic on the way. To dine and sleep in a hotel located in the middle of the palm plantation of Skoura. 1 ½ hrs of walk. |
7th day: |
We will then travel from Skoura through Klaa El M’Gouna to Ouarzazate. We will stop in the valley of the roses to see how rose water is made. We’ll finish up our day by arriving in Ouarzazate and visiting the Kasbah Tawrirt, built in 1930 by the powerful Glaoui chiefs and then have a walk through the city center. |
8th day: |
From Ouarzazate through Ait Ben Haddou and over the Tichka Pass to Marrakesh. We will first see the film museums of Ouarzazate (Atlas Museums) where many Hollywood movies have been filmed. Be wowed by one of the oldest and best-preserved Kasbahs in Morocco. This Kasbah has appeared in more than 20 films including Lawrence of Arabia and Jesus of Nazareth. From there we will head over the backbone of the High Atlas Mountains on one of the curviest and most scenic roads in Morocco to arrive safe and sound in Marrakesh. In the infamous Marrakesh we’ll visit the famous Jamaa El Fna square, Ali Ben Youssef Medrersa (Koranic School), Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and suqs (open-air markets) with a city guide. 5 hrs of travel.
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9th day: |
Marrakesh transfer to the Airport.
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NB:Cost : Hotel in half pension, camel and carriers for taking your stuff, nights under tents 2 places with soft beds. Meals for the entire treks. Transport from/to Marrakech, Desert guide.
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