The longest of the camel treks we offer, this trek is a guided experience through Morocco’s most beautiful cities and sights. You will get to experience the country, it’s people, it’s scenery and it’s cuisine first hand, stopping over and exploring some of the smaller villages in rural Morocco, as well as spending a night isolated in the desert under the stars. This trek is a journey not only through Morocco, but often one of rejuvenation, connection with the country and one educative of the culture and variety of the country. As long as we have at least two people booked, it will take place. So you don’t need to worry about a last-minute phone call saying your holiday has to be cancelled. If you’re committed to going, then so are we. Pickup is available from all Marrakech hotels. For guest houses and riads, the pickup will be from the closest point accessible by van.Overview
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Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddo
Early in the morning we make our way across the High Atlas Mountain via the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass observing some of Morocco’s most picturesque scenery to the oasis town of Ait Benhaddou. We will visit the Glaoui Kasbah at Telouet. Ait Benhaddou Kasbah is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with most of its walls and interior area still intact. Ait Benhaddou was once a famous trade stop-over for merchants travelling through the Sahara. It is also one of the many locations where Hollywood productions such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones were filmed.
Where you’ll be staying
- L’oasis Du Bonheur or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Telouet – kasbah visit
- Ait Benhaddou – Kasbah visit
Meals Included
- Dinner
Special Note
Today’s total driving time is approximately 4 hours.
Day 2: Ait Benhaddou – Tinghir
After breakfast we depart for Tinghir via the Valley of the Roses, the “Valley of 1000 Kasbahs” and Dades Gorge. After stopping for lunch we will drive to Todra Gorge, through the impressive Dades Gorge and Valley, along a route less travelled and somewhat off the beaten track where you will see more ruined Kasbahs, cliffside ksars and amazing rock formations of different shapes and colours. The landscape is nothing but spectacular, a deep river valley with patchwork green fields which rise steeply to road level, and beyond that a flat desert plateau and all in the
shadows of the snow-capped Atlas.
Where you’ll be staying
- Riad Dar Bab Todra or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Todra Gorge – Explore walk
Optional Activities
- Ouarzazate – Atlas Movie Studios – MAD80
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Note
Today’s total driving time is approximately 3.5 hours.
Day 3: Tinghir – Merzouga
No trip to Morocco is complete without paying a visit to the impressive Sahara desert. After breakfast you can take a guided walk through the palmerie and Kasbah in Tinghir. You’ll start your journey towards Merzouga Dunes (Sahara Desert) via Erfoud. On the road you will see the Rissani Oasis before crossing the sandy track that leads to the dunes. Merzouga village is located in front of the big dune of Erg Chebbi. In the afternoon we’ll begin riding camel into the Sahara Desert camp, and hopefully will also enjoy a beautiful sunset along the way. The dunes are very beautiful, especially at this time of the day. We’ll camp out tonight and enjoy the traditional hospitality of the desert under the stunning stars..
Where you’ll be staying
- Desert Camp or similar (1 night)
Included Activities
- Tinghir – Palmerie oasis and Kasbah walk
- Sahara – Camel ride
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Note
Today’s total driving time is approximately 4 hours.
Day 4: Merzouga – Agdz
Rise early and climb to the top of the dunes and experience the magical sunrise and after breakfast you leave the desert behind and travel to Agdz via Alnif and Tazarine, a vast stony plain. Agdz is a small little mountain town located in the High Atlas, along the shores of the Draa River. A classic caravan oasis with a beautiful palm grove, the town offers beautiful views of the Jebel Kissane mountains.
Where you’ll be staying
- Lodge Hara Oasis or similar (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Special Note
Today’s total driving time is approximately 4 hours.
Day 5: Agdz – Marrakech
In the morning we will make our way to the red city Marrakech, across Tizi n Tichka mountain pass and take in dramatic views of the stunning surrounding landscape and the winding roads of the High Atlas Mountains.
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Special Note
Today’s total driving time is approximately 5 hours.