Travel Tips8 min read
10 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 2026
Stories & Guides
The Sahara Desert Blog
Travel tips, desert stories, cultural insights, and everything you need to plan the journey of a lifetime
30 articles
Experiences6 min read
Camel 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 2026
Planning5 min read
The 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 2026
Stories7 min read
A 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 2026
Culture8 min read
Berber 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 2026
Destinations6 min read
Merzouga 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 2026
Travel Tips6 min read
The 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 2026
Culture5 min read
Moroccan 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 2026
Photography7 min read
How 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 2026
Experiences5 min read
Desert 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 2026
Planning6 min read
How 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 2025
History8 min read
The 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 2025
Sustainability6 min read
How 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 2025
Family Travel7 min read
Sahara 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 2025
Travel Tips7 min read
Solo Travel in the Sahara Desert: Everything You Need to Know
Travelling alone to the Sahara is one of the most rewarding decisions you can make. It is also one of the most misunderstood. Here is the full picture.
20 May 2026
Nature6 min read
Sahara Desert Wildlife: The Animals That Call the Sand Home
The Sahara looks empty. It is not. Beneath the surface, behind the rocks, in the cool of the oases, an extraordinary community of animals has adapted to one of the harshest environments on earth.
10 May 2026
History7 min read
Morocco's Kasbahs and Ksour: A Guide to Desert Architecture
The mud-brick fortresses that rise from the Draa and Dadès Valleys are among the most extraordinary buildings on earth. Here is how to understand and appreciate them.
1 May 2026
Experiences5 min read
Sandboarding the Sahara: A Complete Beginner's Guide
No snow required. The Sahara's golden dunes are one of the world's great sandboarding destinations, and almost anyone can do it.
22 April 2026
Itineraries8 min read
Fes to Merzouga: The Northern Route into the Sahara
The drive from Fes to the Sahara dunes passes through Morocco's most dramatic mountain and valley landscapes. Here is how to make the most of every kilometre.
15 April 2026
Itineraries9 min read
Marrakech 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 2025
Planning7 min read
How Much Does a Sahara Desert Tour Cost? A 2026 Price Guide
From around €95 for a shared group departure to well over €1,000 for a private luxury trip. Here is exactly what drives the price of a Sahara desert tour, and how to get the best value for your budget.
1 June 2026
Destinations6 min read
Erg Chebbi vs Erg Chigaga: Choosing Your Sahara Dunes
Beyond the well-known choice of Merzouga or Zagora lies a third option for the truly adventurous. Here is how Erg Chebbi compares to the remote, roadless dunes of Erg Chigaga.
10 June 2026
Experiences5 min read
Quad Biking and Dune Buggy Adventures in Merzouga
Racing across the dunes on an ATV or buggy is one of the Sahara's most exhilarating add-on experiences. Here is what to expect, what it costs, and how to do it safely and responsibly.
18 June 2026
Experiences5 min read
Hot Air Balloon Over the Sahara: Is It Worth It?
Watching sunrise break over Erg Chebbi from a balloon basket, silent, floating, with the dune field unrolling beneath you, is one of the most talked-about Sahara experiences. Here is what it actually involves.
25 June 2026
Destinations6 min read
Todra Gorge and Dades Valley: The Best Stop Between the Mountains and the Dunes
The road to the Sahara passes through two of Morocco's most dramatic landscapes. Here is how to make the most of the Todra Gorge and the Dades Valley, the "Road of a Thousand Kasbahs."
2 July 2026
Planning5 min read
Can You Do a Day Trip to the Sahara Desert from Marrakech?
The short answer is no, and that is actually good news. Here is what a Sahara "day trip" from Marrakech really means, and what to book instead.
10 July 2026
Travel Tips6 min read
What to Wear in the Sahara Desert: A Woman's Guide
Modesty, sun, wind, and cold nights all shape what belongs in your bag. Here is a practical, respectful guide to dressing for a Sahara desert tour.
18 July 2026
Planning5 min read
Morocco Visa and Entry Requirements for Your Sahara Desert Trip
Most nationalities do not need a visa to visit Morocco, but a few overlooked documents can complicate your entry. Here is what to check before you fly.
25 July 2026
Planning6 min read
2, 3, or 4 Days: How Long Should Your Sahara Desert Tour Be?
The length of your tour changes everything: what you see, how rushed you feel, and how much of the desert you actually experience. Here is how to choose the right number of days.
1 August 2026
Itineraries7 min read
From Agadir to the Sahara Desert: Everything You Need to Know
Agadir is not the obvious desert gateway, but the route through the Anti-Atlas and Taroudant to Merzouga is one of Morocco's most rewarding, and increasingly popular with beach-and-desert combination travellers.
10 August 2026