3-Day Round-Trip from Marrakech: Sahara Mini Break Adventure
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3-Day Round-Trip from Marrakech: Sahara Mini Break Adventure
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Dec 23
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Dec 28
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Dec 29
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Small Group Tour
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USD 232.37
Highlights
If you're looking for a quick and comfortable break in Morocco that hits the highlights, this 3-day round trip adventure from Marrakech is just for you. Voyage into the Sahara's Erg Chebbi desert dunes by camel and camp under the stars. Visit the ancient ksar of Ait Benahaddou and the lush Todra Valley, where you'll get the chance to meet with change-making women working to improve the livelihoods of Moroccan families. You'll travel in comfortable private transport alongside a locally based licensed Intrepid leader who will offer incredible insight into local culture, history and geography along the way. This is just the quick trip to the Sahara you’re craving, stuffed with local flavour.
Itinerary
Marrakech, Todra George
Hôtel Restaurant Café de France
15 minsAdmission Ticket FreeThe bus will depart at 8 am sharp. Please arrive at the meeting place at least 15 min prior to departures to be able to finalize boarding.Gargantas del Todra
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeGet right to it in Marrakech! Set off around 8 am in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle along with the rest of your group, your dedicated driver and your certified locally-based leader. Today you're off to the Todra Valley in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, stop off at Ait Benhaddou, now a World Heritage Site but once an important caravan stop en route to the Sahara. Walk through the winding streets of the old town and stop into the Tawesna teahouse on the river, a social enterprise that supports local women and their children. After lunch, carry on to the Todra area and cap off your day with a dip in the hotel's pool.- AccommodationsHotel (1 night)Food And DrinksLunch
Merzouga
Merzouga Desert
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeThis morning, your leader will guide on you on a walk through the valley farmland towards the sandstone canyons of the Todra Gorges, which tower up to 400 metres high. Cap off your hike with a brunch picnic in the valley, featuring stuffed bread, mint tea and olive oil prepared by members of a local Amazigh (Berber) women’s association. Later, continue towards the Sahara on an approximately 5-hour drive from barren mountainsides to fertile valleys, arriving in the small Saharan settlement of Merzouga. Drop your bags and hop aboard a camel for a one-hour ride across the Erg Chebbi sand dunes to watch the sun set. Late, back at camp, fill up on a hearty Moroccan feast and spend the night in a simple but comfortable tent under the stars.- AccommodationsCamping (1 night)Food And DrinksBreakfastLunch - Local Amazigh Brunch in the valleyDinner - Dinner at camp
Merzouga
Merzouga Desert
24 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeRise and shine early this morning and get yourself to the nearest dune for a spectacular sunrise over the Sahara. Once you’ve greeted the day, fuel up with a traditional breakfast at camp and begin your 10-hour return drive to Marrakech, where you’ll be dropped off and your adventure will come to an end.- Food And DrinksBreakfast - Breakfast at camp
What's included
INCLUDED
Breakfast at camp
Todra Gorges visit
Kasbah Ait Benhaddou visit
Dinner at camp
Lunch (2)
Dinner
Breakfast (2)
Accommodation: Camp site (1 night), Hotel (1 night)
Sunrise dune walk
Transport: Camel, Private Bus
Tawesna association visit and lunch
Meals: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Sunset camel ride
Local Amazigh Brunch in the valley
NOT INCLUDED
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Additional Food and drinks, unless specified
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 12 years. Children traveling with and adult must be 12 years or older
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Passport information and date of birth must be provided at time of booking for all participants
Keep luggage to a minimum as you are expected to carry your own bags. We strongly recommend keeping the weight around 15kg / 33lb.
Please note that accommodation on this trip is on a twin-share basis. Single travelers will be sharing a room with another single traveler of the same gender
Travel insurance that covers medical expenses, including emergency repatriation, is required to participate on this tour; proof of insurance must be shown to your tour leader on the first day
As Morocco has a tipping culture, travellers are expected to tip small amounts for most services, so please be prepared.
Location
Address
J2G7+G2G jamaa el-fnna، Rue des Banques, مراكش 40000, Morocco
Provider
Intrepid Travel Pty Ltd - Europe
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