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12th Nov 2026 - 17th Nov 2026
6 days/Morocco /Moderate to Challenging
Embark on an unforgettable journey across one of the world’s most iconic landscapes on this extraordinary Sahara Desert trek. Your adventure begins in the vibrant city of Marrakech before you venture into the heart of the Moroccan wilderness, crossing the majestic Atlas Mountains and following ancient caravan routes into the vast, arid expanse of the Sahara.
Over two full and two half days, you’ll trek through rolling sand dunes, dramatic rocky plateaus and lunar-like terrain, supported by a friendly local Berber team and their trusty camels. Each evening, you’ll camp under the endless Saharan sky, experiencing the peace and wonder of desert life far from the distractions of modern living.
Along the way, you’ll gain insight into the traditional nomadic lifestyle, from campfire cooking to stargazing beneath some of the clearest night skies on Earth.
The physical challenge of walking up to 20km a day is matched only by the breathtaking beauty of your surroundings and the sense of achievement you’ll feel at the journey’s end.
After returning to Marrakech, there’s time to explore its bustling souks and winding alleys before heading home, tired but exhilarated, and with memories that will last a lifetime.
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This Sahara Trek Adventure is graded as a moderately challenging trip. The terrain is generally flat with dunes representing the biggest variation in gradient; however, the temperatures pose a specific challenge, with temperatures historically reaching 40°C. You are advised to be of a good fitness level before departure to ensure fast recovery from each day’s exertions.
It’s not just sand! The terrain is a mixture of hard, flat sun-dried plains, dried up ancient river beds, wide sandy dune fields and hard rocky outcrops.
Temperatures tend to range from 26°C during the day, and drop to around 2°C at night however you must be prepared for climate variations, which are out of our control. The climate will be dry and there may be some strong winds. Rain,although very rare, is not impossible.
Please note: the temperatures and conditions above are historically accurate for this time of year but climate change can impact the seasons so you may experience uncharacteristic conditions during the trip which are out of our control. Should this happen the guide will assess the situation and make decisions to ensure the best enjoyment and ultimately safety of the group as a whole.
The trek is rated moderately challenging for someone of a good fitness level. The terrain is generally flat with sand dunes representing the biggest variation in gradient; however the temperatures pose a specific challenge with temperatures historically reaching 40°C. You are advised to be of a good fitness level before departure to ensure fast recovery from each day’s exertions.
Meals are cooked by your trek chef who will prepare hearty, delicious Moroccan meals that will keep your energy levels high for each day’s trek. Breakfast and lunch will be taken alfresco, and evening meals will be taken in a mess tent at camp. Plates, mugs, cutlery and other equipment are provided for you.
During the trek you will sleep in tents (two to a tent), or if the weather is good you can sleep outside under the stars (recommended!). You need to bring a sleeping bag but sleeping mats and tents are provided. While in Marrakech (and Ouarzazate, if applicable) you will stay in hotels with en-suite facilities.
During the trek the toilet facilities consist of a small toilet ‘tent’ covering a hole in the ground. There are no showers or bathing facilities so you must ensure you bring a pack of baby wipes (ideally biodegradable).
London to Marrakech
We fly together to Marrakech, where we are met by our guide and will transfer to our hotel for the night. Depending on flight arrival times, we may start the journey to the desert today and stay in Ouarzazate tonight instead (approx. 4-5 hours).
Overnight: Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Marrakech to Sahara
If staying in Marrakech, we set off early, crossing the Atlas Mountains and following ancient caravan routes into the arid Sahara desert, stopping for lunch in Ouarzazate on the way (journey time approx. 9 hours including stops). If starting in Ouarzazate, the journey takes approximately 4-5 hours. This afternoon, we will arrive in the desert and be welcomed by the rest of the trek team and the camels before commencing our trek into the vast and arid Sahara desert, stopping overnight to camp under the stars of the Sahara.
Approx. trek distance: 5km
Overnight: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Sahara Desert
Our trek continues through the desert as we traverse dunes and rocky, lunar landscapes for the next three days. We are aided by our local Berber team comprising the guides, cook and camel owners (the camels are our porters, carrying our luggage and equipment). Each day, you enjoy the varied Saharan landscape and learn about how important it is to respect and comply with the forces of nature in the desert. On average, we will cover 15-20km per day, but this will vary. As the trek progresses, we learn how the nomadic people of the Sahara live: from cooking to sleeping out under the stars and reading the magnificent Saharan night sky.
Approx. trek distance: 15-20km
Overnight: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Sahara to Marrakech
This morning, it’s the final leg of the trek back to the village, where we bid farewell to the trekking team and head back to Marrakech (approx. 9 hours’ drive). Enjoy a farewell dinner tonight and an overnight stay at a central hotel.
Approx. trek distance: 5km
Overnight: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Marrakech to London
Enjoy some free time to explore the exotic city of Marrakech before your flight back to London (subject to flight times).
Meals: Breakfast
Total trip cost: £1,195
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OPTIONAL TRIP EXTENSION
2-night shared occupancy (twin or triple) extension: £190
*You will be accommodated in the same hotel as is used for the group during the main trip. This is TBC but is likely to be Hotel El Andalous or similar.
2-night single occupancy extension: £240
*You will be accommodated in the same hotel as is used for the group during the main trip. This is TBC but is likely to be Hotel El Andalous or similar.
Independent extension: £45
NB. Optional trip extensions are subject to availability and flight costs and must be paid for at the time of booking.
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