5-Day Sahara Trekking Tour from Errachidia - Sahara Desert Tour

5-Day Sahara Trekking Tour from Errachidia

Embark on an authentic 5-day Sahara trekking adventure from Errachidia. Experience wild desert camping, 4x4 excursions, and Khamlia village.

Day 1: Errachidia – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Begin your Sahara Trekking Tour from Errachidia early in the morning. Drive through the scenic Ziz Valley, famous for its vast palm groves, fortified Berber villages, and breathtaking landscapes. Stop in Midelt for refreshments before continuing to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Check in at your desert lodge or hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening preparing for your desert adventure. Day 2: Merzouga – Sahara Desert Trekking – Wild Camping After breakfast, start your Sahara desert trekking tour on foot, exploring the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Walk through towering sand dunes, experience the desert's tranquility, and visit remote desert spots. In the evening, set up your wild desert camp and enjoy a traditional Berber dinner under the stars, surrounded by the endless desert landscape. Overnight in the desert under tents with full camping setup. Day 3: Merzouga – 4x4 Desert Excursion – Khamlia Village – Wild Camping Wake up early for a magical sunrise over the dunes, then enjoy breakfast at your camp. Embark on a 4x4 desert excursion to explore hidden parts of the Erg Chebbi desert. Visit Khamlia Village, known for its Gnawa music and nomadic culture, interact with locals, and enjoy a cultural immersion experience. Continue exploring the desert and set up your second night of wild camping in a remote dune location. Dinner and overnight under the stars. Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Merzouga After breakfast at the camp, drive to Rissani, a historic caravan town and former trading post, to explore its lively market. Continue to Erfoud, renowned for its fossils and artisan workshops, where you can learn about the region's geology and history. Return to Merzouga in the evening for a comfortable night at your desert lodge or hotel, reflecting on your desert trekking adventure. Day 5: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Errachidia After breakfast, depart Merzouga and drive back through the scenic Ziz Valley, passing lush palm groves and traditional Berber villages. Enjoy panoramic desert landscapes and photo stops along the way. Arrive in Errachidia in the afternoon, concluding your 5-Day Sahara Trekking Tour with unforgettable memories of the dunes, desert culture, and wild camping experience.

Itinerary

Day 1: Errachidia – Ziz Valley – Merzouga

Begin your Sahara Trekking Tour from Errachidia early in the morning. Drive through the scenic Ziz Valley, famous for its vast palm groves, fortified Berber villages, and breathtaking landscapes. Stop in Midelt for refreshments before continuing to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Check in at your desert lodge or hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening preparing for your desert adventure.

Day 2: Merzouga – Sahara Desert Trekking – Wild Camping

After breakfast, start your Sahara desert trekking tour on foot, exploring the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Walk through towering sand dunes, experience the desert's tranquility, and visit remote desert spots. In the evening, set up your wild desert camp and enjoy a traditional Berber dinner under the stars, surrounded by the endless desert landscape.

Day 3: Merzouga – 4x4 Desert Excursion – Khamlia Village – Wild Camping

Wake up early for a magical sunrise over the dunes, then enjoy breakfast at your camp. Embark on a 4x4 desert excursion to explore hidden parts of the Erg Chebbi desert. Visit Khamlia Village, known for its Gnawa music and nomadic culture, interact with locals, and enjoy a cultural immersion experience. Continue exploring the desert and set up your second night of wild camping in a remote dune location.

Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Merzouga

After breakfast at the camp, drive to Rissani, a historic caravan town and former trading post, to explore its lively market. Continue to Erfoud, renowned for its fossils and artisan workshops, where you can learn about the region's geology and history. Return to Merzouga in the evening for a comfortable night at your desert lodge or hotel.

Day 5: Merzouga – Ziz Valley – Errachidia

After breakfast, depart Merzouga and drive back through the scenic Ziz Valley, passing lush palm groves and traditional Berber villages. Enjoy panoramic desert landscapes and photo stops along the way. Arrive in Errachidia in the afternoon, concluding your 5-Day Sahara Trekking Tour with unforgettable memories of the dunes, desert culture, and wild camping experience.

5 Days

What's Included

  • Private 4x4 transportation with experienced driver/guide
  • Sahara desert trekking tour in Erg Chebbi
  • 2 nights of wild desert camping with tents, dinner, and breakfast
  • 4x4 desert excursion
  • Visit to Khamlia Village for Gnawa music experience
  • Visit to Rissani market and Erfoud fossil workshops
  • Desert lodge/hotel accommodations in Merzouga
  • Pickup and drop-off in Errachidia

Not Included

  • Lunches and drinks
  • Optional activities
  • Entrance fees to attractions
  • Tips and personal expenses
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