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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating two-day private adventure through the Moroccan desert with the "Oasis & Desert" tour. Begin your journey in Marrakech, traveling in comfort with a private 4x4 vehicle and multilingual driver. Experience the breathtaking Tizi n'Tichka pass and the historic city of Agdez, a key stop on the ancient caravan route. Discover the lush Draa Valley and the desert outpost of Zagora, before reaching the stunning Erg Lihoudi dunes. Enjoy a camel safari to your desert camp, where you'll immerse yourself in the nomadic lifestyle, savoring traditional Berber cuisine under the stars. Witness the magical desert sunrise before returning to Marrakech, enriched by the vibrant landscapes and cultural heritage of Morocco. This tour promises an unforgettable blend of adventure, history, and natural beauty. ...more ...less
Highlights
Agdez: This city, the name of which means ‘resting place’, is located on the old caravan route linking Marrakech to Timbuktu
It played an important role in the exchange of goods across the Sahara
M'hamid: A rich region filled with magnificent landscapes where you can experience first-hand the splendour of the Moroccan desert
Erg Lihoudi Camp: These spectacular sand dunes are located on the outskirts of M'Hamid
They are made up of several smaller dunes grouped together to form a long dune cordon covering a very large area
Zagora: This desert outpost is the point from which the ancient Saadian dynasty set out to conquer Timbuktu
Accommodation Name: Bivouac Erg Lihoudi or similar
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
In the morning meet your driver in the hotel reception at approx. 8 am. Tizi n’Tichka pass constitutes the obvious first stop of your trip; as you drive through this fascinating mountainous landscape, you’ll encounter a varied spectacle of cliffs and colours at every turn. The panoramic views continue on the road to Agdez, where you’ll make a stop for lunch. Later, cross the Draa Valley and discover its immense palm grove and many Kasbahs. Continue to Zagora, then visit a potter’s village and Tamgroute, the oldest library/quranic school in the region. Onward to M’hamid, a famous oasis in the heart of the greater Sahara. Meet up with a team of cameleers and enjoy a fun camel safari for 2 hours to reach the bivouac in Erg Lihoudi, at the foot of the dunes. After you settle in your tent, you have the opportunity to admire the sun setting over the dunes before learning all about the nomad lifestyle: a Berber team will invite you to join in the dinner preparations, baking the bread and cooking in the sand under the stars. Wrap up the day by enjoying a musical evening with traditional songs and dances around the campfire.
Overnight in Desert Camp.
Day 2
:
ERG LIHOUDI – AGDEZ – MARRAKECH
Location: Taza
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
The second day begins early in the morning when you’ll rise before dawn to admire the magical desert sunrise, a wonderful chance to snap some truly enchanting photos. Then settle down in the camp for a leisurely breakfast before clambering back onto a camel for a real riding experience through the desert, all the way from Erg Lihoudi Camp back to M’hamid. There you’ll find your four wheels again and, after climbing aboard and bidding the camels and Berbers farewell, retrace the route through Zagora and the Draa Valley. Several optional photo stops and visits can be arranged with your driver. After stopping for lunch in Agdez, drive up to the wonderful heights of the High Atlas Mountains, where you’ll find several secret Kasbahs and Berber villages. At arround 19:00, you’ll be driven back to Marrakech and you will be left in the hotel reception.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
Operated with an English, Spanish and French-speaking driver
ACCOMMODATION:
1 night in a desert camp
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:
Day 1 Desert camp:
Standard Category = Bivouac Erg Lihoudi or similar
MEALS:
1 Breakfast
2 Lunches
1 Dinner
TRANSPORT:
Private 4x4 vehicle with A/C and a driver
What's Not Included
? Visas, international flights and airport taxes (clients pay them directly)
? Driver/guide tips
? Personal travel, baggage and medical insurance
? Telephone bill, laundry and any items of a personal nature such as drinks and meals not stated in the programme
? Visit and entrance fees to museums and monuments mentioned in the itinerary
? Pick up/ Drop off at the airport
Requirements
Comfortable and warm clothing is the most suitable for travelling. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
What to bring to the bivouac: a big bag for clothes, a small backpack for the day, walking shoes, sandals, windbreaker, sunscreen, sun glasses, Arabic scarf (can be bought on the spot), camera, flashlight, extra batteries, toiletry bag and other personal effects
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Please Note
Hotels centrally located in Marrakech: Pick-up and drop-off at hotel reception
No refunds for unused services. Splitting the package is not allowed.
Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible changes of hotels and/or itinerary
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Desert camp:
Standard Category = Bivouac Erg Lihoudi or similar
Mode of Transport
Travel comfortably in a private 4x4 vehicle with air conditioning and a driver, ensuring a smooth and personalized journey through the Moroccan desert.
Accommodation
Enjoy a unique overnight experience in a desert camp, staying in a standard category bivouac at Erg Lihoudi or similar, surrounded by the stunning Moroccan desert landscape.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 Desert camp:
Standard Category = Bivouac Erg Lihoudi or similar
Check out our Q&As
What time does the tour start and end?
The tour starts at approximately 8 am on the first day and ends around 7 pm on the second day.
What languages does the tour guide speak?
The tour is operated with a driver who speaks English, Spanish, and French.
Are there any specific clothing requirements for the tour?
Comfortable and warm clothing is recommended. Visitors should avoid sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house.
What is the pick-up and drop-off location for the tour?
The pick-up location is Avenue Ouarzazate, Marrakech, and the drop-off location is Marrakech Street, Taza.
What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a camel safari for 2 hours to reach the bivouac in Erg Lihoudi, dinner preparations with a Berber team, and a musical evening with traditional songs and dances around the campfire.
What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
You will spend 1 night in a desert camp, specifically in a standard category bivouac at Erg Lihoudi or a similar location.
What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
A private 4x4 vehicle with air conditioning and a driver is provided for transportation.
Are there any optional activities during the tour?
Several optional photo stops and visits can be arranged with your driver during the tour.
What should I bring to the bivouac?
You should bring a big bag for clothes, a small backpack for the day, walking shoes, sandals, a windbreaker, sunscreen, sunglasses, an Arabic scarf (which can be bought on the spot), a camera, a flashlight, extra batteries, a toiletry bag, and other personal effects.
What meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner.
What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
Destination Services Morocco requires a minimum deposit of
20%
or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
Oasis & Desert, 2 days, Private tour
2 Days Starting in Marrakech, Morocco and ending in Taza, Morocco
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