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Sahara Camel Trek from M'hamid, 9 Days
Seven days on foot through the desert with camels and a nomad team, from M’hamid out to Erg Chigaga and back, sleeping in tents or under the stars.
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About the Tour
You walk four to five hours a day beside the camels, which carry the water, food and tents, and you can ride when you get tired. The route crosses dunes, stony plains and oases between M’hamid and Erg Chigaga.
The team sets up simple bivouac camps each night. There are no showers for a week, so the trek suits walkers who care more about quiet than comfort.
Highlights
- Seven days walking with camels
- A nomad cook and camel team
- Nights in bivouac camps far from roads
- The dunes of Erg Lihoudi and Erg Chigaga
- Oases and wells on the old caravan routes
Day by Day
How the nine days go, from your pickup in Marrakech to the drop-off.
Day 1 · Marrakech to M'hamid
Over the High Atlas, through Ouarzazate and down the Draa Valley to M’hamid.
- Overnight: Guesthouse in M'hamid
Day 2 · Into the desert
Meet the camel team and walk out past Erg Lihoudi.
- Overnight: Bivouac camp
Day 3 · Across the plains
A day across stony desert and dry riverbeds to a well.
- Overnight: Bivouac camp
Day 4 · Oasis day
Walking to a small oasis with palms and a spring.
- Overnight: Bivouac camp
Day 5 · Towards Erg Chigaga
Into the first dunes of the erg.
- Overnight: Bivouac camp
Day 6 · Erg Chigaga
A day in the high dunes, with time to climb and rest.
- Overnight: Bivouac camp
Day 7 · Return route
Back east by a different line through dunes and plains.
- Overnight: Bivouac camp
Day 8 · Back to M'hamid
The last walk to M’hamid and a shower at the guesthouse.
- Overnight: Guesthouse in M'hamid
Day 9 · M'hamid to Marrakech
The long drive back up the Draa Valley to Marrakech.
What's Included
Included
- Private vehicle and driver for the nine days
- Pickup and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech
- Two nights: guesthouse in M'hamid, dinner and breakfast
- Six nights: bivouac camp, dinner and breakfast
- Camels, camel men and a nomad cook for seven days
- All meals on the trek
- Tents and mattresses for the bivouacs
- Fuel and road costs
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees and local guides at the sites
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Questions About This Tour
How hard is the walking?
Four to five hours a day on sand and stony ground, at a slow pace. You can ride a camel when you want to rest.
Where do we wash?
There are no showers on the trek. Water is carried for drinking and cooking, with a little for washing. The guesthouse in M’hamid has showers at both ends.
What is the desert camp like?
You sleep in a tent at a camp in the dunes, with dinner and breakfast. Camps range from simple to comfortable tents with a private bathroom; tell us the level you want and we suggest camps that fit.
What should I pack?
Light clothes for the day, a warm layer for the desert night, a hat, sun cream and a small bag for the camp. Your main luggage stays in the vehicle.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your dates and group size and we reply with availability and a quote. When online booking is open for this tour, you can also reserve with a deposit by card or PayPal.
Book this tour
Send your dates and group size and we reply with a quote.
- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Route and stays adjusted to you
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