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Sahara Desert Trek

DURATION

09 days

ACCOMMODATION

Riad & Camping

DIFFICULTY
Long Days of Trekking
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LOCATION

Africa, Morocco

MEETING POINT

London or Marrakech Airport

BUCKET LISTER SATISFACTION RATING
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FROM

£1100

Challenge rating

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Sahara Desert Trek

Let’s find out more about this Sahara Desert Trek.

Upon touch down in Marrakech you’ll experience a manic party for the senses like no other. But head south-east for 8 hours and it’s another story altogether. 

Welcome to the Sahara Desert. Enjoy the quiet. The peace. The tranquillity. 

And the camels, of course. (They snort, by the way.)

On this adventure like no other, you’ll experience heat, Berber life, delicious food, and the raw, unparalleled beauty of the great Sahara Desert.

But let’s not beat around the bush. There are no toilets on this trip. Loos look more like a hole in the ground inside a little tent, and there’s certainly no porcelain in sight. 

But if you can make do without mod-cons, you’ll reap the rewards of embracing this Sahara desert trek through the biggest hot desert in the world. 

The lack of light pollution and remoteness from civilisation means you’re guaranteed the most breath-taking views of the stars above. Think camping in deepest, darkest rural Wales and then take it to a whole different level. Ten levels, more like. 

Read our article “How hard is it to trek the Sahara Desert” 

What is 'Sahara Desert Trek' like?
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What's Included
All Activities Mentioned In The Itinerary
Max 16 Travellers Per Group
3* Hotel & Tents (Twin Share)
Private Transport
7 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 5 Dinners
Porters To Carry 12kg During The Trek
Expert Guides With You Throughout The Trip
Itinerary

  • Day 1: ARRIVAL TO MARRAKECH

    ARRIVAL TO MARRAKECH You will meet your Bucket List Leaders at the airport and fly out as a group for Bucket Lister + Trips. If you have booked a Bucket Lister Trip we will see you in Morocco soon! If you have Transfers with us we will take to the hotel. For those making their own way - we will see you in Marrakech Special Information: Your adventure begins with a Welcome Meeting at 6pm today.

  • Day 2: MARRAKECH TO FAIJA

    MARRAKECH TO FAIJA We take a scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains to Ouarzazate and then Zagora. It takes almost 8 hours driving, passing along date-palm oases, Berber villages, and incredible landscapes. In Zagora we turn off the main highway and drive out to Faija. There we camp and meet the camels and their cameleers.

  • Day 3: FAIJA TO OASIS CAMPSITE

    FAIJA TO OASIS CAMPSITE Today your Sahara desert tour really begins. In the morning we load the camels and head to Hamada. We have good views of the Saghro Mountains, with little vegetation, and maybe some Bedouin nomads. After lunch in an oasis, we walk along dried riverbeds and arrive at the campsite at sunset

  • Day 4: CAMPSITE TO AN EVEN REMOTER CAMPSITE

    CAMPSITE TO AN EVEN REMOTER CAMPSITE We climb to the Abbes pass, from where we can observe the vastness of the stony desert. Out there is our next solitary campsite. We get to them later in the afternoon.

  • Day 5: CAMPSITE TO DUNES OF CHEGAGA

    CAMPSITE TO DUNES OF CHEGAGA Today we trek and far away, we can already spot the dunes of Chegaga, we will get to them later in the afternoon.

  • Day 6: DUNES OF CHEGAGA TO DUNES OF BOURGANE

    DUNES OF CHEGAGA TO DUNES OF BOURGANE After walking the multitude of small sand dunes of Chegaga, we continue in a direction of M’hamid. We eat under the trees of Tamares, and in the evening we arrive at dunes of Bougarne, a site rarely frequented by the tourists.

  • Day 7: DUNES OF BOUGARNE TO DUNES OF M'HAMID

    DUNES OF BOUGARNE TO DUNES OF M'HAMID On this day we are picked up from the dunes and will commence our long picturesque drive back to Marrakech.

  • Day 8: FREE DAY IN MARRAKECH

    FREE DAY IN MARRAKECH Today is a free day in Marrakech, or an optional hot air balloon ride. Enjoy a brief rest in the peaceful inner courtyard, before heading out to explore the city for the afternoon. Browse local handicrafts in the bustling souks, visit the stunningly- tiled Ben Youssef Madrasa or see the entertainers of Jemaa el-Fnaa square. Alternatively, book your add-on hot air balloon experience in advance and you can spend then day soaring over the beautiful Moroccan countryside.

  • Day 9: FLY HOME TO UK

    FLY HOME TO UK On our final day, we transfer to the airport of Marrakech, where we bid our fellow Bucket Listers farewell - until our next adventure together, that is!

  • Day 1

    3* Riad – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 2

    Camping
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 3

    Camping
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 4

    Camping
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 5

    Camping
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 6

    Camping
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 7

    3* Riad – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 8

    3* Riad – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 9

    Flight
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

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Bucketlister trips are our standard for all our incredible trips. When you book a Bucketlister trip we will organise everything for you from the first to the last location on your adventure and you'll have a local guide with you every step of the way. All you'll need to organise is your own flights and transfers. (Additional Options for Land Only Transfers)

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Bucketlister+ trips are a done-for-you service from start to finish. We organise everything for you. You'll have a UK Guide with you all steps of the way and all you'll have to do is just pack you bag. (Additional Options for UK Group Flights & Transfers)

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Bucketlister trips are our standard for all our incredible trips. When you book a Bucketlister trip we will organise everything for you from the first to the last location on your adventure and you’ll have a local guide with you every step of the way. All you’ll need to organise is your own flights and transfers. (Additional Options for Land Only Transfers)

Bucketlister+ trips are a done-for-you service from start to finish. We organise everything for you. You’ll have a UK Guide with you all steps of the way and all you’ll have to do is just pack you bag. (Additional Options for UK Group Flights & Transfers)

Trailblazer trips are our first run throughs of our trips. Get the benefits of a Bucketlister+ Trip at the cost of a Bucketlister and all we’ll ask for in return is your feedback! For more information click here!

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Here’s what some of our awesome customers had to say:

The Sahara trip was my third Bucket List trip and as usual it did not disappoint.

Right from the madness of Marrakesh to the drive through the Atlas Mountains and of course our trekking journey across the Sahara this trip really was something special.

We had Dave as our Bucket List guide who I’ve had before and is always spot on with the trips and how they are run while over in these destinations. He is always knowledgeable and is always great to get on with. He has a great relationship with the guides in these countries as well and this showed again with Hassan and Houssain. They as well were amazing along with the cameleers/chef and the ones that helped making sure our camp was set up for our arrival after walking all day.

To the Sahara and what a great trek this was in February. The weather was great and it was not too hot to trek in at this time of year. The views from this were unbelievable and it was different every day. The views from top of the sand dunes for me were incredible especially catching the sun set on the top. We were treated to some amazng Moroccan cuisine along the trek and even treated to watching our chef bake bread under the Sahara desert sand and yes you read that bit correct. Just many memories from this trip.

I would definitely recommend this trip in February for sure. It was one of the best ways to see some of the best Moroccan culture and their way of life.

Thanks again to The Bucket List Company for another amazing experience. – Martin Jan 23

Sahara Desert Trek

I love that everything is taken care of so all you have to do is turn up with a packed bag and enjoy the whole experience…and I definitely did that! A brilliant trip with old and new friends doing what I love most – adventure trekking. All the team were such good company and good crack from start to finish. The desert lived up to my expectations! – Gillene March 23

Sahara Desert Trek

I have just got back from walking the Sahara. Jake was just amazing keeping everyone safe and making sure we were all included.
The trip was made possible for me from the start. The girls on the phone booking and supporting me when needed to the guides who took us. Highly recommend this company 😊😊 – Debra October 23

Sahara Desert Trek

Hiking in the Sahara and sleeping under the stars has been on my bucket list for many years. Now, thanks to the Bucket List I’ve had the most amazing time. From start to finish it was extremely well organised; David was a fab tour leader – he made sure we were ok every step of the way, he was knowledgeable and funny.
No day was the same, little surprises along the way. Beautiful sunsets, starlit skies, the camels, hiking along ancient riverbeds, sand dunes, wonderful food – I can honestly say that I was so taken by it’s beauty, it made me cry. Thank you to the wonderful staff in Morocco from the chef, the local guides, cameleers, who all helped to make it such a memorable time. Thanks Bucket List! – Celia Jan 23

Sahara Desert Trek

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