Things to Do in M'Hamid

You want to walk in the middle of the dunes to feel this appeasement that the desert provides. How understandable! Moreover, you dream of discovering the great mythical dunes of the Sahara and it is not surprising! Then this tour is for you. this circuit allows you to discover the Moroccan desert differently, combining the comfort of 4x4s and the charm and harmony of camels

Discover the Moroccan Sahara with an unusual overnight experience in the desert. Departing from the village of Mhamid El Ghizlane, enjoy a 2-day and 1-night excursion to hike on the back of a camel, listen to the silence of the desert, admire a sunset, walk in the dunes, enjoy a traditional hammam and sleep under the stars. This 2-day excursion is also an opportunity to discover the Sahrawi nomadic culture. Departures from Marrakech and Ouarzazate are also possible on request.

This two-day trek is an introduction to nomadic life. You will follow in the footsteps of the many animals that inhabit the door of the Sahara and discover the green face of the desert with the plants that have become acclimatized there.

This trek will allow you to know our origins and our traditions, to meet pastors and their herds. You will discover the different faces of the Sahara, including its palm grove.

When you choose to travel with us, you’re not just booking a tour – you’re embarking on an unforgettable journey with the best team in Morocco. We offer the best prices without compromising on quality, ensuring that you get exceptional value for your experience. Our team is made up of knowledgeable guides, expert drivers, and friendly staff who are all passionate about sharing the beauty and culture of Morocco with you. Our guides bring years of experience and local insight, offering you a deeper understanding of the places you visit, from hidden destinations off the beaten path to the iconic landmarks of the desert and beyond. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where you’ll feel like part of the family. Whether it's the personalized attention, the stunning locations we take you to, or the friendly interactions with our team, we ensure that every part of your trip is memorable and tailored to your needs.

An Overnight in Erg Chigaga desert in Morocco at the heart of Sahara dunes for a short stay for those who wish to travel and opt for an eco-tourism approach; This 4WD tour starts in the, afternoon from Mhamid in one of the most beautiful parts of the Sahara. You are transported by the dunes, the nomadic life. Depending on the season, you may meet nomadic families who live a Bedouin life. After your arrival, beautiful sunset at the big dunes, sandbord. Possible Camel ride, At night Berber music around the fire, overnight in the camp, next morning after breakfast drive back to Mhamid.

• The Desert Hike in Morocco is a walk in the big dunes of southern Morocco with a professional nomadic guide and camel drivers. A camel caravan carries the luggage. Fascination of desert immensities, unusual encounter with nomads, study and observation of animal and plant life, relaxation, silence and total forgetfulness of civilization and the modern world in absolute calm in the heart of the great desert of the Moroccan Sahara, at sunrise and unforgettable sunsets. During the hike you live according to the rhythm and the intensity of the sun

We are a local nomadic family business, in love with our desert and we have a deep socio-cultural awareness of the region. Originally created to help promote the desert and to ensure a stable income for many families working with us. When you use our services, you generate income for many families.

• The Desert Hike in Morocco is a walk in the big dunes of southern Morocco with a professional nomadic guide and camel drivers. A camel caravan carries the luggage. Fascination of desert immensities, unusual encounter with nomads, study and observation of animal and plant life, relaxation, silence and total forgetfulness of civilization and the modern world in absolute calm in the heart of the great desert of the Moroccan Sahara, at sunrise and unforgettable sunsets. During the hike you live according to the rhythm and the intensity of the sun

Enjoy the beauty of Mhamid desert To erg chegaga crossing different landscapes dunes, hammada, oasis and mountains to the biggest dune in the Morocco 300 miter and 40km span.Ride a camel and spend a night camping out under the crystal clear desert skies, the dramatic desert backdrop covered by a dreamy blanket of stars. Day 1Mhamid - Oasis - Erg Chegaga From M’hamid by 4×4 near 2 pm to Chigaga dunes,track during 2 hours with a break at the sacred oasis. Arrived at the Grand Dune to be present at the sunset from the top of the highest dune (30 minutes by foot) Come back to the bivouac for tea, songs and darbouka, diner and night under the tent. I Day 2Erg Chegaga - Mhamid In the morning, breakfast and come back to M’Hamid by tracks of Latch wadi. Sandboarding Quickly down the big dunes of Chegaga on a board, slide on the hot sand, standing or lying down, it’s a great feeling of freedom, more slowly on a gentle slope is relaxation. dunes chegaga offer all the possibilities.

Enjoy 4 days From Marrakech crossing the Altes Mountains and visite ait bin haddou and spend 3 nights in the desert trekking with nomad 3 learn their way of life and listen to their stories

The Sahara Desert of Morocco has become a famous destination for family trekking and walking holidays. We offer a variety of family trekking holidays in the Sahara desert, designed to meet the desire of our highly valued customers. The trek itinerary below is an example of a family trek in the Sahara desert.

Our tours are operated by local travel guides. The majority of our staff is from M’hamid El Ghizlane and many of us hail from nomadic families from the Sahara desert. No one knows the desert better than we do as it is our home. We would be honoured to welcome you to our home and help you discover the mystery and magic of the Sahara and all there is to see and experience on the way.

The best 2 days desert tour from Mhamid to Erg chegaga, the highest dunes in Morocco by 4x4, is an adventure that allows you to experience the nomadic life and camel ride. In this private desert tour, you will visit the holy oasis of Foam La'alag, the nomads and spend the night in a desert camp located in the middle of the dunes of Erg Chigaga. Watching The spectacular sunset, Sunrise from the top of the dune and evening under the stars around the campfire is memorable moment. Our local professional guides would be glad to share the desert skills and help you understand the nomadic life.

Merzouga is a small town out on the edge of the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi. Merzouga is only 20 km away from Algerian border where the paved road ends and the real Sahara Desert sand dunes begin. Merzouga desert is the most common destination in Morocco for Camel treks and desert camps. To experience the Sahara desert dunes it is a must to take a camel trip and stay overnight in a berber tent or in a luxury camp. The camel trip takes approximately 1 hour through amazing red-orange sand dunes at sunset to reach the sahara desert camp where you will be served wonderful and rich dinner, enjoy a musical play with the staff around blazing fire. But note it is at least a ten hours drive from the erg chebbi dunes to Marrakech. The trip is possible in 3 days however we recommend a slow pace over 4 or 5 days.

Following the Draa Valley, wild and uncrowded, this trek will make you discover the mineral world in all its forms, from rocky massifs to ergs and large dunes, passing through the hamadas and the mountains, visible on the borders of Algeria and Morocco

Our camel trek in the desert of Morocco, begins in the afternoon and takes you on camel back in the Sahara desert with its landscapes of Hammada, its tamarisks and its immense sand dunes, but also with the nomadic life of its inhabitants. Depending on the season and the movement of the nomads, we may meet Berber nomadic families who exemplify real life in the desert, you will enjoy a picturesque sunset later. Next morning Watch an unforgettable sunrise and enjoy an outdoor breakfast before returning to Mhamid village, where arrival is expected around 10:00 am. Travel To Desert thanks you for visiting and discovering the best Sahara Desert in Morocco with us. If you would like a private transfer from Marrakech or Ouarzazate to Mhamid Desert, please contact us.

Set off on an extraordinary 4-day hike through the captivating Drâa Valley, from East to West, to meet the captivating nomads of the desert. This expedition promises a diverse palette of landscapes, from rolling dunes to rocky hamadas, winding riverbeds and vast rocky plains.

Enjoy camel riding and quad biking Discover traditional Berber villages Enjoy a Moroccan mint teaMeet the locals

You will return from this journey filled with a persistent inner peace allowing you to change what does not work for you in your daily life to stay in touch with Happiness at every moment of your life. The superb team of nomads who will accompany you, install our bivouac for the night, treat us with delicious meals, show us the bread making in the sand and their different customs.  These people filled with wisdom will also be an invitation to a different perception of life ...

3 days From Marrakech to Mhamid-Erg Chegaga is the best short option to visit the desert and the dunes, Mhamid El Ghizlane is the gate of big desert of Morocco with more than 6 big dunes like erg Chegaga 300 miter apart from the awesome attractions all along the road to M’hamid. 3 days to erg chegaga you can actually see relatively big dunes and appreciate a wonderful sunset and sunrise and enjoy a beautiful atmosphere with the nomads.

Perfect for a short stay, this excursion will take you to the heart of the great Erg Chigaga sand dunes in the Moroccan desert. You cross a superb desert plateau.

Come to have a look at our world from the “Mountain of all Mountains” – that´s how local Berber people call Jebel Toubkal, with its summit at 4167m making it the highest peak not only in Morocco but the whole North Africa. For two days you will exchange busy towns for spectacular mountain sceneries, experience hospitality of Berber people and feel proud of yourself when we finally reach the top.

Around a camp fire in the erg Chigaga desert camp and under sky fill it with milion of stares to the rhythms of Touareg musicians. Wake early to watch the sunrise over the dunes.

If you don't have a long Morocco vacation or want to spend only a short part of your Morocco adventure on a desert trip, go for this two-day Zagora desert tour. It is the perfect short adventurous excursion. This 2-day Zagora desert tour from Marrakech takes you over the High Atlas Mountains and the famous Tizi-n-Tichka Pass to the Zagora desert in the south.

Ride a camel at Sunset through the majestic red sand dunes of Erg Lihoudi (2h per way) Spend an unforgettable night under the shining stars at the beat of the desert drums in a luxury desert camp (double tent with private shower/toilet) Enjoy a typical dinner and and evening under the stars Try sandboarding from the top of the dunes Marvel at the sunrise the next morning and enjoy your rich breakfast before riding back by camel to M’Hamid or Ouled Driss

Great sunset at the top of the dunes and after maybe try surfing the sands. At dusk, it is the nomadic dinner and the night in our comfortable tents at the bivouac dunes. Have breakfast after a surprising sunrise on the dunes. It is also a must during a stay in the desert.

Far away from stress, hectic rush and noise, the rhythm of nature determines the daily routine. Everything you need on the way is carried by the camels. The length of the daily stages is therefore variable - we don't have to arrive at a specific place in the evening. The starting point of our desert tours is M'hamid - an oasis on the edge of the southern Moroccan Sahara. M'hamid is the 'gateway to the desert'; here the road ends and here our tour begins.

Departure from Marrakech at 8am to the city of Essaouira. It is an easy 2h40 drive (192 km) through some stunning landscapes, along the way you can see dromedaries, sheep and goats grazing in the countryside. The vegetation then changes to ARGAN trees that only grow in the wild and which provide berries for local goats to eat. If you wish, it is possible to stop for ARGAN oil tasting in a small cooperative run by local women, where you can attend the process of oil extraction. We can also stop on the way to see the famous Argan tree where goats clamber up the low branches and feed. Sometimes there are as many as 20 goats sitting up in one tree. It is a fascinating sight and an absolute must when it comes to getting a photo opportunity.

We invite you to join us on this amazing journey to the largest desert in the world- The Marrakech Desert. From Marrakech’s stone desert and its valley to the palm groves, the team brings you first-hand experience of the best places in the area. This thrilling adventure promises the safest yet most fun tour of the best spots of the well-known desert. You will explore the Jbilets Desert which is known for its attractive lighting. Combining the history and fascinating nature of this amazing environment, this tour has been specially planned out to help you get rid of the worries of day to day life.

Departure from Marrakech at 8am to the city of Essaouira. It is an easy 2h40 drive (192 km) through some stunning landscapes, along the way you can see dromedaries, sheep and goats grazing in the countryside. The vegetation then changes to ARGAN trees that only grow in the wild and which provide berries for local goats to eat. If you wish, it is possible to stop for ARGAN oil tasting in a small cooperative run by local women, where you can attend the process of oil extraction. We can also stop on the way to see the famous Argan tree where goats clamber up the low branches and feed. Sometimes there are as many as 20 goats sitting up in one tree. It is a fascinating sight and an absolute must when it comes to getting a photo opportunity.

You don’t have to journey to the Sahara for a Moroccan desert experience—the Agafay Desert is a desert oasis located just outside of Marrakech. On this full-day tour, soak up the scenery as you travel through the High Atlas Mountains, stop to explore the local villages and visit a Berber souk, then mount up for a thrilling camel ride through the rocky desert of Agafay.

On this 13-day trip plan, explore all aspects of Morocco–the coastal city of Essaouria, the imperial city of Few, and the Merzouga area of the Sahara Desert. Beginning and ending in Marrakech, stroll the bustling square of Jemma El Fna, then visit Hassan Mosque II in Casablanca, with one of the tallest towers in the world. Hike in the scenic Rif Mountains and get lost in the blue-hued city of Chefchaouen. Enjoy delicious Moroccan cuisine and culture along the way.

Match Morocco's unique culture with its stunning nature in this country-wide tour that explores the charms of its bustling imperial cities—Casablanca, Fes, Chefchaouen, and Marrakech—and its rural landscape. Meander the old town medinas, meet local craftsmen, and barter at bazaars before heading out into the Sahara Desert and up into the High Atlas Mountains to hike through dense forests and deep river canyons. Continue your adventure by summiting the highest mountain pass, visiting historic Berber towns and Roman ruins, riding camels into the sunset, and relaxing in a traditional Hammam.

This two-day trek is an introduction to nomadic life. You will follow in the footsteps of the many animals that inhabit the door of the Sahara and discover the green face of the desert with the plants that have become acclimatized there.

Over the years, we have had the privilege of meeting, teaching, learning from, and just experiencing life with some truly outstanding people. Our guests are a constant source of inspiration and motivation for us. We are truly thankful to each and every one of our guests, as they give us the drive to always stay at the cutting edge of what we do. We aspire to become the best, most approachable and most resourceful surf school here in Marocco. To that end, we heartily invite you to share in this amazing experience with us.

Discover the Berber settlements of the High Atlas Mountains on a scenic trek through hamlets such as Ait Mizan, Targa and Imoula. Stop off in Tamatert and marvel at the views of the fields and fruit trees. Enjoy lunch in a Berber house in Ait Souka.

Experience the sunset and incredible night sky as you enjoy a magical dinner in the Agafay Desert. Get pick up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech with a private transfer, then head into the Agafay Desert, just 30km outside of the city. You don’t need to travel all the way to the Sahara to watch a desert sunset. Arrive in the amazing stone desert and appreciate the landscape and scenery of the Atlas Mountains. Visit the ecolodge and get set up in a comfortable tent to begin your sunset meal. Savor a delicious traditional Moroccan dinner and soak up the wonderful atmosphere as the sun sets and the night sets in. Gaze up at the stars and immerse yourself in the beauty of the desert landscape.

Leave the hustle and bustle of Marrakech behind and go on a half-day adventure. According to legend, this area was the site of a military camp, where, in the evenings, soldiers ate dates that had been carried from the pre-Saharan oases. The discarded pits fell into holes left by lances that had been thrust in the ground and so the palm groves of Marrakech were planted. Donning your "cheich" (protective turban veil), you and your new camel friend will trek safely through the palm groves past villas, luxury properties and Berber homes. Sit back with a refreshing glass of mint tea at the home of one of the local Berber families before heading back to the city.

The Atlas Mountains is the highest mountain in north africa, Mount Toubkal stretching to 4.165 meters above sea level.. These big chain of mountains divided into three parts: the Middle Atlas (north of Beni Mellal), the Anti-Atlas (south of Marrakech to Tafilalet) and the High Atlas Mountains between Marrakech and Ouarzazate and offer very impressive mountain biking trails, trekking trails and photography opportunities. These mountains are the highest in the region .

Embark on our Merzouga Sahara Desert 3-Day Tour from Agadir for an unforgettable adventure through Morocco's most stunning landscapes and cultural treasures. Travel through charming villages like Taliouine and Taznakht, explore the scenic Draa Valley, and enjoy a peaceful night under the stars in a traditional desert bivouac in Zagora. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Sahara with a camel ride through the dunes and visits to nomadic communities. Discover iconic landmarks, including the Rose Valley, the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Aït Benhaddou, and the famous Cinema Studios in Ouarzazate, offering a blend of history, culture, and cinematic charm. This carefully crafted tour includes transportation, an expert driver/guide, and comfortable accommodations, providing a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Ideal for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and adventure seekers, this experience showcases the best of Morocco in just three days.

Ride a camel at Sunset through the majestic red sand dunes of Erg Chegaga Spend an unforgettable night under the shining stars at the beat of the desert drums in a luxury desert camp (double tent with private shower/toilet) Enjoy a typical dinner and and evening under the stars Try sandboarding from the top of the dunes Marvel at the sunrise the next morning and enjoy your rich breakfast before riding back to M’Hamid or Ouled Driss

en the rhythm of their steps, discover desert of M’Hamid, oases and sand dunes of the Valley Drâa. For a few hours, enjoy a relaxing moment in a friendly camel caravan on roads with very little traffic.

Enjoy a day trip to the Ourika Valley from Marrakech, for an escape from the bustling city and an introduction to the High Atlas Mountains. Explore the valley, experience a Berber market, and stop to visit the village of Setti Fatma.

The Sahara is one of the last natural reserves on the planet, a place one tries to conquer but where one adapts to the realities of nature. Guides who are at home in the desert and have many years of experience with desert tours will give you a deep insight into the everyday life of the nomads, their way of life and their culture.

Start in Casablanca and end in Marrakesh! With the adventure tour 3 days From Casablanca to Merzouga, you have a 3-day tour package taking you through Casablanca, Morocco and 4 other destinations in Morocco. 3 days From Casablanca to Merzouga includes accommodation as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

A visit to the big Moroccan Sahara desert by Trekking Morocco in 6 Days from M'hamid is an experience everyone should have at least once in a lifetime, it is a journey well worth the effort and you will have fond memories to last you forever. Imagine yourself on a camel ride, trekking through the Sahara desert in M’hamid El Ghizlane, exploring the variety of features of the desert, trying the traditional nomadic simple life and there is nothing around you, and all you can hear are the footsteps of the camel on the soft sand with its sky vast and clear during the day and filled with millions of bright stars at night, it is a very peaceful experience.

A pleasant day trip to Ouzoud, a small village that is well known for its waterfalls. Here you will encounter the largest waterfalls in North Africa, located 150 kilometers northeast of Marrakech.

Whether you’re a foodie, fan of authentic markets or nature lover, there’s a Marrakech private tour that’s perfect for you! From Atlas Mountains day trips to vibrant Souk tours, thanks to your local host every tour is a unique experience!

Enjoy deluxe Experience in camp Deluxe is in the middle of the desert, at the foot of the dunes of Chegaga, one of the most beautiful spots in the Moroccan desert. Carpets and pillows in shimmering colours, a bright log fire and big, white Berber tents all stand out in sharp contrast to the nearby environment.