Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

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$1267

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

8 Days Starting and ending in Marrakesh, Morocco

Visiting: Ouarzazate, Tizi n'Tichka, Camp El Mharech, Foum Mharech, Tafraout Sahara Desert, Sidi Ali

Tour code:

SAHARATR

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 10

Physical rating:

High, Medium

Age range:

15-70

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat, Halal

Tour operated in:

English , French

Private Available:

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From: $1330 $1267 Travel Club discount: -$63

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Rediscover true adventure in the awe-inspiring Sahara Desert. This five day trek covers 100km passing through Morocco’s forbidding landscape punctuated by peaks, gorges, dunes and oases. At night, sleep under Africa’s star strewn skies and enjoy traditional Berber hospitality. This challenge goes beyond the Jebel Saghro region, starting on the Maider El Kbir plateau, before ascending Jebel El Mrakib, and admiring the stunning views. Walking through palm gorges, the route joins the dry Rhris River and heads towards an oasis of tamarisk trees. The final days are spent trekking along the Tikertouachene River, before celebrating a successful end to the challenge in Ouarzazate. This trek is challenging, unforgiving, and life-changing.

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Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Sahara Desert Trek Adventure Challenge

Itinerary

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Day 1 : International Departure To Morocco

Location: Marrakesh Menara Airport, Ouarzazate, Tizi n'Tichka

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to Ouarzazate and à local hotel for the night.
Accommodation : Hotel

Day 2 : Ouarzazate To Mharech Dunes (Approx. 6 Hrs Drive; Then 9Km/2 Hrs Trekking)

Location: Ouarzazate, Camp El Mharech

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The day starts in a 4x4 as you head via the Tizi n'Tinifift pass to Achbarou, the ‘Door of the Desert’. From here it’s onwards along the Draa Valley until Tansikht. Enjoy the panoramic views of Saghro, a volcanic massif, before reaching Mecissi where you'll leave the tarmac road and venture off-road for 25km. After the bumpy journey, you'll appreciate leaving the vehicles behind and hiking into your first desert camp at Mharech. (B,L,D)
Accommodation: Camping

Day 3 : Mharech Dunes, Rhris Riverbed To Mharech Gorge (Approx. 30Km/7-8 Hrs)

Location: Foum Mharech, Camp El Mharech

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A traditional Berber breakfast will provide the much-needed fuel for the toughest day of trekking. Prepare for a true desert experience as you face four hours of undulating sand dunes before descending onto the flat dry bed of the Rhris River for lunch.
After a well-earned break from the midday sun, you follow the riverbed past nomadic communities to a camp beneath the Mharech Gorge. (B,L,D)
Accommodation: Camping

Day 4 : Climb Jebel El Mrakib To Tafrouat Camp (Approx. 23Km/6-7 Hrs)

Location: Tafraout Sahara Desert, Foum Mharech

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Be prepared for another long and challenging day. The route cuts through a dramatic gorge, into two low flat bottomed valleys.
From here it’s a spectacular climb over the multi-coloured sand covered rock of Jebel El Mrakib. On a clear day, you will experience spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding plains, dunes and mountains. In the afternoon, the beautiful orange dunes are replaced by the open expanse of the plateau, leaving our overnight camp exposed to the desert winds. (B,L,D)
NB: Should you suffer from vertigo, on the ascent of Jebel El Mrakib there is some exposure to drops.
Accommodation: Camping

Day 5 : Tafrouat Camp To Bouzaine Camp (Approx. 24Km/6-7 Hrs)

Location: Tafraout Sahara Desert

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today covers around 24km, starting from the crisp, broken mud of the dry Rhris River. It’s then back onto the low dunes, tackling a variety of rocky and sandy terrain.
Tonight’s camp lies at the bottom of the Bouzaine dunes, home to some of the biggest dunes in the region and perfect for a photo or two. (B,L,D)
Accommodation: Camping

Day 6 : Bouzaine Dunes To Announ Baadi (Approx. 16Km/6-7 Hrs)

Location: Camp El Mharech, Sidi Ali

Accommodation: Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The final day of challenge follows the path up and over high sand dunes, passing many Acacia and Tamarisk trees along the way. Weaving around the small dunes and onto the plains, the trek aims for the palm groves of the local nomadic villages and into the final camp.
Once the finish line is crossed it’s time to celebrate with guides. (B,L,D)
Accommodation: Camping

Day 7 : Return To Ouarzazate (Approx. 6-7 Hrs Drive Including Stop For Lunch)

Location: Ouarzazate

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Rest those weary legs on the transfer back to Ouarzazate. The vehicle passes along the Tafilalet Road via Tineghir and the Kasbah trail, for a night in Ouarzazate. (B,L,D)
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 8 : Departure Ouarzazate To Marrakech Airport

Location: Ouarzazate, Marrakesh Menara Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast

Expect to feel elated and emotional as you head for the airport for your international flight (B)

What's Included

  • 1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day

  • Accommodation

    Hotel and camp

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • Drinks with Meals

  • Fully Guided

  • Meals – Full Board

  • • 2 Nights Accommodation on a Hotel • 5 Night Accommodation on Camping and Bedouin Tents • Full Board Breakfast , Lunch , Diner • Professional Trekking Desert Guide • 3 Camels To carry Staff and Equipment • 1 Chef Cook • Private transportation & Driver

What's Not Included

  • International Travel

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • • Monuments Entrance fee • Tips • Personal Spending • Single Supplement • Optional activities • International flight • Travel Insurance

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  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    All our Tour Guides and Staff are English speakers

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  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    All Transfers are Included in this Tour

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    All our Tours Departs with a Min of 2 participants .

  • What is the maximum group size?

    our Max Groupe size are 20 participant

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes we can assist for your Pre and Post accommodations and more activities

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    A normal shape

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    A tour Hub Voucher

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    You can change your dates free of charge for 2 times before departure

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes of corse

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    40 Years

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes

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    Aims and Objectives
    ? To protect our staff and customers from contamination and make a safe environment for the Adrar Adventure staff and customers
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    ? To limit the spread of others becoming unwell
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