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Saharan Escape - 2010/11 Itinerary

5 days - from $660

• Discover the great Sahara on a weekend break!
• Sleep nomad-style under a starlit sky
• Explore the kasbahs and oases of the Draa Valley

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Southern Oasis Valley of Draa
After our first night in Ouarzazate we descend straight into the fertile Draa Valley, where palms and ksours (fortified villages) line the road, to arrive at the 'Gateway to the Sahara', Zagora. From here a short drive takes us to our oasis camp and the chance for a camel safari (optional) before enjoying a wonderful Saharan sunset over the entrancing dunes and a hearty Berber dinner.


Wilderness of the Sahara
Next we cross the baked black rock of the Jebel Bani and follow desert sand tracks further south to explore the palm groves and ksour of Mhamid. Then for a thrilling drive through the harsh and unforgiving land of the Sahara as our vehicles take us in search of the M'Hazil sand desert at Chegaga, the highest dunes in this region of Morocco, for our second night under the stars. We'll have time for a short nature walk to identify signs of desert-dwelling animal, bird and insect life before taking a different scenic route back to Ouarzazate for our final night.

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Itinerary:

Day 1 Join the tour in Ouarzazate. Day 2 Southern Oasis Valley of Draa We descend into the fertile Draa Valley, where palms and ksours (fortified villages) line the road, to arrive at the 'Gateway to the Sahara', Zagora. From here a short drive takes us to our oasis camp and the chance for a camel safari (optional) before enjoying a wonderful Saharan sunset and a hearty Berber dinner. Days 3/4 Wilderness of the Sahara Next we cross the baked black rock of the Jebel Bani and follow desert sand tracks to explore the palm groves and ksour of Mhamid. Then for a thrilling drive through the harsh and unforgiving land of the Sahara as our vehicles take us in search of the M'Hazil sand desert at Chegaga, the highest dunes in this region of Morocco, for our second night under the stars. We'll have time for a short nature walk to identify signs of desert-dwelling animal, bird and insect life before taking a different scenic route back to Ouarzazate for our final night. Day 5 Tour ends in Ouarzazate.

Accommodation: 2nts simple desert camp, 2nts hotel; 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 2 dinners included.
Transport: 4WD land rovers or cruisers.
Comment: The chance to sleep in the beautiful Saharan wilderness more than compensates for simple camp conditions. Expect some bumpy travel over rough desert tracks. With hot conditions but minimal exertion this tour is suitable for anyone with reasonable fitness.
Group: Approx. 9 to 12.
Staff: Explore Leader, drivers(s) and cook.
Trip Reference: SH2010

Dates & Prices
Start End Prices in US$ Local Payment Availability
28 Oct 1001 Nov 10$6600
18 Nov 1022 Nov 10$6600
23 Dec 1027 Dec 10$6600
30 Dec 1003 Jan 11$6600
21 Apr 1125 Apr 11$6900

Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2010 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2010/11 brochure, due to be published in October 2009.

The price of a Single Room Option does not necessarily guarantee a single room for every night of the tour. For more information, please refer to the trip dossier / more details for this tour.
Single rooms are available for this tour at a supplement from US$ 55, depending on availability.