Camel Treks
 
 

If you had to choose a destination that embody the magic of Morocco it would be the Sahara desert.Its images of vast unending sands, charming desert oases, and of course the sheltering sky. If visitors to Morocco really want to lose themselves and get away from it all, there is no more extreme way to do so than to set off across the great desert.
No doubt that the highlight of the desert is the camel " Desert Ship" or original desert 4x4.Able to resist ten times longer without water than any other animal, and can thus cross the endless desert for many days without drinking.A camel trek in the Sahara desert will make you experience the camel caravans that used to travel on centuries-old routes seeking cool oases, springs of water and dealing in salt and spices...
Perhaps being in the middle of dunes under nomadic tent is the best way to appreciate the tranquility of the desert and take a moment to enjoy the lifestyle of the nomads of the desert.

 
 

Camel Caravan Erg Chebbi Dunes

 
 

3 days trip Camel Trek Erg Chebbi
  
 
 

1st day : Marrakech - Dades Gorges
Depart to Dades Gorges over the High Atlas Mountains through Tizi N'tichka Pass.On the side of the mountains you will see  traditional Berber villages and green farms .Continue via Ouarzazate the capital of cinema in Morocco.Through the Road of Thousand-Kasbah you will travel on an off-road in which you have the chance to appreciate the tranquility of the mountains populated by Berber nomads you will explore a new sence of daily life. Arrive the impressive Gorges of Dades and check into hotel.
2nd day : Dades Gorges - Erg Chebbi
After breakfast,driver to the Sahara Desert through one of the dramatic sights of Morocco,Todra Gorges its an ideal place for walking and exploring in your own. Set off to the Sahara Desert, where Morocco's unique dunes.Its here that you will start a camel trip into the middle of the dunes for an overnight camp in nomad tent.
3rd day : Erg Chebbi - Marrakech
You will wake up early to see the beautiful sunrise over the dunes and for sand climbs.Have your breakfast before driving little further to Marrakech through Rissani one of the oldest cities in Morocco,and the capital of density Alaouit, this spot was centuries ago a very busy commercial trade centre sun-sahararan African and to the North.Continue through the beautiful Draa valley.Keep your eyes open for old Kasbahs and fortified villages.In the evening arrive Marrakech and check into the hotel.

 
 

3 days trip Camel Trek Erg Chigaga
 
 

1st day : Marrakech - Erg Chegaga
departure to Erg Chegaga dunes through the high Atlas over Tizi N'tichka Pass.On the side of the mountains you will see traditional Berber villages and green farms. Continue through Tazenakht, Foum Zguid and the lake of Iriki. Arrive the desert you will start the camel ride. Overnight in a nomad tent.
2nd day :  Erg Chegaga - Ouarzazate
You will wake up early to see the beautiful sunrise and drive to Ouarzazate through Tamegroute visit the mediaeval library with its old Koran books, which goes back to 11 century.The town is famous for its magnificent green pottery. On the way you travel on rarely frequented off-road crossing the Draa valley. Arrive Ouarzazate and check into the hotel.
3rd day : Ouarzazate - Marrakech
Visit the famous kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and continue to Marrakech through the High Atlas mountains. In the evening arrive Marrakech and check into your hotel.

 
     
     
 
Destinations
 
 
The Great South
Merzouga/Erg Chebbi
Rissani
Erfoud
Ouarzazate

Atlantic Ocean
Agadir
Essaouira
El Jadida
Asilah

Imperial Cities
Marrakech
Fes
Casablanca
Rabat
Meknes / Volubilis
 
     
Camel Caravan Erg Chebbi Dunes
 
The Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
 
Erg Chebbi Dunes

 

Morocco in brief :
Official Name: The Kingdom of Morocco " Almaghreb Al Aqsa " means the farthest land of the setting sun. Geography & Area: Morocco situated in northwestern Africa, in the west bordered by Algeria and by Mauritania in the south, with an area of 446,550 km². Climate: The dominant climate is of Mediterranean nature, but it is Temperate in the west and north-west by the Atlantic ocean. Calling Code: + 212 Currency: Dirham 100 Dirham ( 10 Euro, approximately ) King of Morocco: The King Mohamed Vl Language Spoken: The official language is Arabic, the Berber languages, Tamazirt, Tarifit and Tashlhit dominate in Morocco too, about 70% use Berber as their mother tangue. Religion: Islam is the official religion in Morocco, but the constitution guarantees the freedom to practice other religions. 1% of Moroccan population Christian and 2% Jewish. Time: The local time in Morocco is GMT Passport: Travelers to Morocco need a valid passport.
 
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