The magnificient moroccan sahara
Description
A really wonderful opportunity to overnight in the magnificient dunes of the Sahara. You set out up and over the winding Tizi n’Tichka High Atlas pass (2260m) to the colonial city of ouarzazate for a visit and lunch. You continue on south down the magnificient Drâa Valley to the desert town of Zagora and on to the dunes at Tinfou. At a certain point the road just stops and a vast ewpanse of hammada stretches out before us as far as the eye can see. Timbuctou – 52 days by camel, you are reliably informe by a well-known nearby sign.
You have the opportunity to take a 2 hour camel ride before overnighting in a nomadic tent, dinner included. After breakfast, you return via the remarkable village of Tamegroute to visit its library of 12th century Koranic and ancient Persien vellum scrolls and underground alleyways before returning back through the Drâa valley to visit the World Heritage Site of Aît Ben Haddou for a visit and lunch in some really awesome surroundings. Suitably refreshed , you set off back to Marrakech, arriving in this beautiful city at the end the evening and many hours of unimaginable scenery .
Duration: 2 Day
Departure time: 7.30 am
Price : 230 Euro per person
Included/Exclude
- Transportation by air-conditioned minivan
- Camel ride
- Overnight and dinner in the desert
- Free WiFi on-board
- English/French speaking driver
- Free pick-up at your hotel or riad in Marrakech
- Tips
- Lunch
Tour Plan
Departing from your accommodation in Marrakech, embark on an unforgettable journey through the Moroccan Sahara. Traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains, passing through the winding Tizi n’Tichka pass. Along the way, stop in the colonial city of Ouarzazate for a leisurely exploration and enjoy a delightful lunch at a local restaurant.
Continuing southward, enjoy the stunning vistas of the Drâa Valley, with its lush oases and ancient kasbahs scattered throughout the landscape. Arrive in the desert town of Zagora, where the road leads into the vast expanse of the Sahara. Check into your accommodation and relax before savoring a traditional Moroccan dinner in the peaceful desert surroundings. Spend the night under the starry sky, nestled in a nomadic tent, soaking in the tranquility of the Sahara.
Wake up to the mesmerizing sight of the Sahara sunrise casting its golden light over the vast dunes. Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the campsite before embarking on an exhilarating camel ride adventure across the undulating sands of the desert.
After your desert escapade, say goodbye to Zagora and head towards the historic village of Tamegroute. Wander through its labyrinthine alleyways and explore the renowned library, home to ancient Koranic and Persian manuscripts dating back to the 12th century.
Travel back through the picturesque Drâa Valley, taking in the scenic beauty that surrounds you before arriving at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou. Discover the rich history of this ancient ksar on a guided tour, followed by a delicious lunch at a local restaurant amidst the stunning surroundings.
As the day comes to a close, bid farewell to Ait Ben Haddou and begin your journey back to Marrakech, where you'll arrive in the evening, filled with memories of an extraordinary adventure through the Moroccan Sahara.
