In the deepest region of the Draa Valley, near the cities of Zagora and Jebel Bani, you will find an incredible sight. Here, the most extended plateau of dunes in Morocco stretches out before you. In this desert, isolated and silent, we begin our camel trek. This magical Sahara desert allows you to relax and practice your meditation in a different world other than what you know. With the camel company and a friendly atmosphere, we walk among the magnificent landscape of rocks and stones, oases, and rolling dunes. You will discover the Moroccan Sahara’s great diversity. Trekking in the Sahara of Morocco Overview: LEVEL: From easy to average DURATION: 7 days BEST PERIOD: From October to May LUGGAGE: Carried by camels TRANSPORT: Tourist van/ 4 by 4 ACCOMMODATION: Tents (1 for 2 persons) during the trek GUIDING: CFAMM certified mountain guides Trekking in the Sahara of Erg Chegaga for 7 Days 5 Nights is not just a unique fun activity for tourist who visits Morocco, but a way to experience wild Morocco and the old lifestyle of nomads in the Sahara of Morocco, this Morocco desert holiday offers an amazing trip to the Sahara desert for an experience of a lifetime, an adventure and a semi-Yoga lesson for a week from Marrakech. Program: Trekking in Chegaga – 7 Days 5 Nights Day 1: Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Zagora – Faija At 8 AM our Sahara trekking trip will start, we leave Marrakech, driving through the spectacular Tizi n’ Tichka Pass (2260m above sea level). This beautiful mountain road has unforgettable scenery and is the highest road in Chegaga trekking 7 Days / 5 Nights the country. We continue through the towns of Ouarzazate and Zagora, enjoying the palm groves and local villages. Our direction changes just before the famous sign “52 Days to Timbuktu” and we continue along the plateau of Faija. We overnight at a camp in Faija. Day 2: Faija – Oum Laachar – Pass – Oued Mhasser After breakfast and loading the camels, we start our hike by crossing the pass of Oum Laachar. We continue along a dry river and pass a hidden oasis between the mountains. We continue with short climbs and descents till we reach our camp on the riverbank of Oued Mhasser. About a 5-hour trek. Day 3: Oued Mhasser – Chegaga camping in the desert – Chegaga Today we start walking along the river of Oued Mhasser and cross a pebbly desert. If it’s clear, we can begin to see the great dunes of Chegaga, which appear more impressive the closer we get. We join our team in camp on a plateau and enjoy an amazing sunset over the dunes. As the stars come out, we relax in traditional tents and have a tasty meal around the campfire. About 5 hours walk. Day 4: Dunes of Chegaga – Dunes of Bougarne If you wake up early, you can enjoy a breathtaking sunrise on the dunes before breakfast, after which, we continue our trek. We cross a dry lake and rocky desert to reach Oued Laatach (‘river of thirst’) and along the way see nomad camps with their flock of goats. We cross another rocky desert to reach our camp near the dunes of Bougarne. These dunes are smaller than those of Chegaga, but still, provide panoramic views across the landscape as we watch the sunset. About 5 hours of walking. Day 5: Dunes of Bougarne – Oued Naam Our desert trek today starts across a rocky desert plateau, which gives a mineral edge to the landscape. After a long walk, we arrive at our camp next to Oued Naam, with its famous well. We can have a wash but must be conscious of this fragile resource. About a 5-hour walk. Day 6: Oued Naam – Mhamid – Marrakech We depart very early because we have a long trip back to Marrakech. We trek across a plateau of small dunes and then a forest of Tamaris. Around noon, we arrive in the village of Mhamid, the last village before the vast Sahara. We say goodbye to our team of camel drivers and drive back to Marrakech, passing through Zagora and Ouarzazate, We overnight in Marrakech before full departure the following day. About 4 hours walk. Day 7: Return flight Transfer to the Marrakech airport for your return flight according to schedule. What to bring for the Morocco SAHARA trekking: Suitable walking clothes ( long and light trousers and tops A warm jacket especially if your Sahara trekking trip is in Wintertime( December to March)trekking in the Sahara Water bottle Small backpack Hat, or cap Scarf Sleeping bag adapted to the period of your trekking in the Sahara trip Headlamp Lighter Good walking shoes Not to forget on your Sahara camel trekking: Remember it’s a harsh environment where there is less water and other facilities than you use to during your usual life. Therefore protecting your documents well before leaving We all love to take pictures but pay double attention to your camera, Sand is Everywhere during the Sahara desert holidays. The challenge of the camel Morocco trek is to stay away from your daily comfort, Water is a precious element here, try to use it properly. The Package includes: The transfers on the ground by air-conditioned, comfortable vehicles Airport arrival and departure transfers Accommodation in a comfortable hotel or riad Professional and certified English/French/Spanish speaking guide. Full board during the trip Spacious igloo tents, 2 persons per tent, except for single individuals Foam mattress, 1 per person Camels to carry your luggage during the trek Services of the accompanying staff: guides, cooks, and camel drivers A first aid kit with standard equipment The necessary logistic for the trip The beverages included are: mineral bottled water, coffee, and Moroccan mint tea IMPORTANT NOTE: Pricing depends on the number of participants: The pricing is 860€ per person for a group of two people, 450€ per person for a group of six people, etc. Please message us for details.