Travel Tips10 Things to Know Before Your First Sahara Desert Trip
The Sahara is unlike any destination on earth. Here is what every first-time visitor needs to know before stepping onto the sand.
1 April 20268 min read
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The Sahara Desert Blog
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Travel Tips
ExperiencesCamel Trekking in Morocco: What to Really Expect
Everyone imagines themselves atop a camel at sunset. Here is the honest, unfiltered version of what camel trekking in the Sahara is actually like.
20 March 20266 min read
PlanningThe Best Time to Visit the Sahara Desert
The Sahara is beautiful year-round, but the timing of your visit dramatically affects the experience. A seasonal guide to help you choose.
10 March 20265 min read
StoriesA Night Under the Stars in Erg Chebbi
What does it actually feel like to sleep in the Sahara? One night at the dunes, from the camel ride in to the moment the sun rises over 150 metres of golden sand.
5 March 20267 min read
CultureBerber Culture: Understanding the People of the Sahara
The Amazigh people have called the Sahara home for thousands of years. Their language, traditions, and hospitality are central to any authentic desert experience.
25 February 20268 min read
DestinationsMerzouga vs Zagora: Which Sahara Should You Visit?
Morocco has two great desert destinations and they offer very different experiences. Here is how to choose the right one for your trip.
18 February 20266 min read
Travel TipsThe Complete Desert Packing List for the Sahara
Pack too little and the desert will punish you. Pack too much and you will carry it through the sand. Here is exactly what to bring.
10 February 20266 min read
CultureMoroccan Food on the Road: Tagines, Mint Tea and Desert Bread
Some of the most memorable meals you will ever eat are cooked over charcoal in a desert camp under a blanket of stars. Here is what to expect on the Sahara table.
28 January 20265 min read
PhotographyHow to Photograph the Sahara Desert
The Sahara is one of the most photogenic places on earth. Here is how to come home with images that do it justice.
20 January 20267 min read
ExperiencesDesert Sunrise vs Sunset: Which Is Really Worth It?
Both are spectacular. But they are completely different experiences. Here is an honest comparison to help you decide whether to set your alarm.
12 January 20265 min read
PlanningHow to Choose the Right Desert Camp for Your Budget
From basic Berber tents to luxury glamping with private bathrooms, desert camps in Morocco span a huge range. Here is how to find the right one.
28 December 20256 min read
HistoryThe Ancient Trans-Saharan Trade Routes
Long before GPS and tarmac roads, camel caravans crossed the Sahara carrying salt, gold, and ideas. The routes they followed still shape the landscape — and the culture — of the desert today.
15 December 20258 min read
SustainabilityHow to Travel Sustainably in the Sahara Desert
The Sahara is fragile in ways that are not immediately visible. Here is how responsible travellers can protect it while still having an extraordinary experience.
5 December 20256 min read
Family TravelSahara Desert with Kids: A Complete Family Travel Guide
The Sahara is one of the most extraordinary family experiences on earth — if you plan it right. Here is everything you need to know about taking children into the desert.
20 November 20257 min read
ItinerariesMarrakech to Merzouga: The Ultimate Road Trip Guide
The drive from Marrakech to the Sahara dunes passes through some of the most extraordinary landscapes in Africa. Here is everything you need to make it unforgettable.
5 November 20259 min read