Camel trek / 6 days
A deeper desert immersion through Sidi Naji, Erg Zahar, Air Ounir and the meeting point of palm grove and dunes.
Quick facts
Journey overview
Four main trekking days move from the M’Hamid palm oasis into the dry Draa Valley, onward to Erg Zahar and Air Ounir, then back toward the edge of the oasis through a varied sequence of dunes, plateaus and old valley landscapes.
Journey highlights
01Begin through the M’Hamid palm oasis and old dry Draa Valley
02Cross the plateau with the camel caravan toward Erg Zahar
03Experience the changing dune landscapes around Air Ounir
04Finish the trekking route where palm-grove views meet the dunes
Route overview
Journey overview - route shown for illustration.
Route point
Marrakech or Ouarzazate
Route point
Draa Valley
Route point
M’Hamid El Ghizlane
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Sidi Naji
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Erg Zahar
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Air Ounir
Route point
End of the palm grove
Route point
Return via M’Hamid
Day by day
Routes remain flexible around the season, wind, group pace and desert conditions.
01
Depart in the morning from Marrakech or Ouarzazate toward M’Hamid El Ghizlane. Depending on the route and timing, possible stops include an Atlas village, Aït Ben Haddou and the viewpoints of the Draa Valley oasis before arrival at the desert gateway.
Overnight: Guesthouse or camp near M’Hamid El Ghizlane.
02
Begin walking through the palm oasis, with views across palm groves and agricultural areas. A short kasbah visit may be possible before lunch near the end of the oasis, where palms and desert terrain meet. Continue through the old dry Draa Valley and reach the Sidi Naji region before sunset.
Overnight: Desert camp around the Sidi Naji region.
03
Continue with the camel caravan through dunes and open desert toward Erg Zahar. Lunch is taken beneath a tamarisk tree along the route before crossing the plateau to the large dunes. Once camp is prepared, walk toward a higher dune for a panoramic view of the surrounding desert.
Overnight: Desert camp among the large Erg Zahar dunes.
04
Travel through the Air Ounir dunes connected to the Erg Zahar area and the Draa Valley. The landscape changes from the previous days as the route moves between dunes and old valley terrain. After the main walk, settle into camp with views toward the old Draa Valley forest.
Overnight: Desert camp among the Air Ounir dunes.
05
Travel toward the end of the oasis through varied desert landscapes and passages between the dunes. Lunch is prepared at a suitable place along the route before the caravan continues toward the edge of the palm grove. The final campsite combines palm-tree views with nearby dunes.
Overnight: Final desert camp near the end of the palm grove.
06
After breakfast, begin the return toward M’Hamid El Ghizlane. Continue toward Marrakech or Ouarzazate later in the day.
Confirmed inclusions
Transport from Marrakech can be organized
Accommodation before or after the desert route when arranged
Meals, tea and drinking water during the trek
Camping equipment for desert nights
Camel caravan and local camel guides
Desert logistics handled by the Sahara Caravan team
Only confirmed arrangements are listed. Confirm anything not shown before booking.
Clear daily pricing
Solo traveler
€100
per person, per day
2 or 3 travelers
€90
per person, per day
Group / 4 or more travelers
€70
per person, per day
Final trip pricing may depend on the selected itinerary and requested arrangements. Contact us on WhatsApp for confirmation.
Traveler information
Routes remain responsive to the desert. Confirm personal arrangements and current conditions directly with the team.
View What to BringBring practical protection from sun, sand and cooler evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a small backpack, personal medication and the essentials listed on the What to Bring page.
The arrival night is spent at the stated guesthouse or camp. Trekking nights are spent in desert camps, with a tent available and the possibility of sleeping beneath the stars when conditions allow.
At the start of the walking route, the team prepares the camels and loads the luggage for the caravan. Keep the items you want during the day in a small backpack.
Yes. These treks travel with a prepared camel caravan and the Sahara Caravan team through the desert route.
The itinerary begins with the road journey from Marrakech or Ouarzazate to M’Hamid El Ghizlane. The camel trek then departs from the desert gateway.
Yes. The order and practical rhythm may be adapted to weather, wind, the route and local conditions. The confirmed destinations and arrangements are discussed before departure.
Share your dates, group size and preferred rhythm. The team will confirm the route and practical arrangements directly on WhatsApp.
