HIGHLIGHTS :
- On a combined Atlas and Sahara Desert tour
- The tour includes a pick-up and drop-off service.
- Explore the best of the Atlas Mountains
- And Zagora Desert with a local guide
OVERVIEW :
Leave the city and head out to the desert during this four-day, three-night excursion from Malakesh to the Sahara Desert in the Atlas Mountains. Climb Toubkal, the highest peak in North Africa, before heading to Zeagora. Pass through the Atlas Mountains along Tizinutika and check out Ait Benhadukashva, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then trek to the desert with a camel and spend the night under the starry sky camping in Sahara. Desert excursions also include a driver (guide) and a one-night accommodation minivan.
DAILY TOUR :
DAY 1 : MARRAKECH / IMLIL / TOUBKAL REFUGE
After breakfast at the hotel, a driver will meet you in Marrakech and travel towards the High Atlas Mountains. You will arrive at Imlil (1740m), a small Berber village at 1740m where trekking begins. Meet Aliero, who handles luggage, food and all other equipment. An experienced climbing guide will follow the mule road to the Berber village. Hike to the shrine Sidi Chahmhrouch (2500 m) and the chef will prepare a picnic lunch.
DAY 2 : TOUBKAL REFUGE / SUMMIT / RETURN TO IMLIL
The next day, a four-day tour of Toubkal and the Zagora Desert will continue, waking up early in the morning for breakfast. Then walk uphill for 3-4 hours. It offers stunning views of the High Atlas Mountains, local valleys and the best Berber villages. .. When you arrive at the summit, take a 45-minute break to take a picture and enjoy the magnificent view from above. Then we return to the hut, and after lunch, the tart descends towards Imril. Then transfer from Imlil to Marrakech.
DAY 3 : MARRAKECH / TIZI N’TICHKA PASS / OUARZAZATE / ZAGORA
Today we will pick you up from your hotel / Riad and pass through the 2260 meter Tizinutika Pass. You explore the High Atlas Mountains past the Amazighian village. Arrive at Ouarzazate for lunch and visit Altus Studios and Taurilt Kasbah. Proceed through the Doller Valley. It is considered the largest palm tree valley in Morocco. Arriving in Zagora before sunset, we will ride a camel in the Sahara Desert for an hour. Supper arrives at the desert camp / Zelt and experiences amazigh music in Sahara.
DAY 4 : Zagora / Draa valley / Agdez / Ouarzazate / Tizi-N-Ticha / Marrakech
Wake up early in the morning and at sunrise, return to Zagora on a dromedary to catch up with 4x4 and depart for Ouarzazate via the Draa Valley and Agdes (lunch on the way).
I will return to Malakesh in the afternoon.
INCLUDED / EXCLUDE :
- Transport from and back to Marrakech
- Muleteers and mules for luggages
- Full board on trek + mineral water, coffee and tea
- Accommodation at Neltner Mountain hut
- Mess, cooking & toilet tents (camping option )
- 4x4 / mini-bus with english speaking drive
- 1 Overnight camping on the Dunes (HB)
- Camel ride on the dunes
- Equipment hire
- Soft drinks
- Snacks
- Tips
- Personal Expenses
- Travel insurance
You need to dress according to your altitude and the environment in which you are. Most hikers are in remote alpine climates. Therefore, there are often large temperature fluctuations. Temperatures are usually lower in the highlands.
- Equipments (Ask)
- Clothes (Ask)
- Electrical (Ask)
- Kit personal medical (Ask)
Trekking equipments list (required)
- Good walking boots and socks
- 3 to 4 season sleeping bag ( winter) or light Sleeping bag ( Summer)
- Lightweight fleece and waterproof outers (summer)
- Layers, windproof jacket, hat, gloves (autumn-late spring)
- Thermal underwear (autumn through late spring)
- Sunglasses.
- Walking stick (useful)
- Personal items e.g. towel, sunscreen, wipes, toilet tissues
- Small First Aid Kit including insect repellent, plasters, meds
- Small rubbish bag to carry out what you carry in.
- Lighter e.g. burn toilet paper
- Day sack/backpack
- Water bottle or camel back (recommended)
- Torch/Flashlight and spare batteries e.g. head torch
- Penknife (useful)
- Trail snacks
- Zip-Up bags for camera etc.
This itinerary is only our suggestion. Please get in touch with us at moroccoinspirations@gmail.com to discuss a more personalised itinerary to your exact requirements.
If the itineraries we offer do not match what you are looking for, do not hesitate to contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements and price depending on the number of Travellers, Hotel category and season.
The capacity of our organization is limited to between 2 and 60 people, each group of 4 people takes a separate 4×4 for transfers.
Please note flights are not included. Prices are based on sharing a twin room. If you would like to upgrade to a private single room, this can easily be arrange for you, simply contact our customer experience team.
