Saharan Sands Family Holiday

8 days - from $867

Leave everyday life behind as you journey by camel across the sand dunes of the Sahara Desert

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Saharan camel trek
• Desert wilderness
• Marrakech and kasbahs

From Ouarzazate you head for an oasis to join your camel caravan and strike out into the Sahara Desert. Youâ™ll experience the pace, life and hospitality of the nomads who for centuries have taken trading caravans across the desert.

Camping out amongst the dunes you are engulfed by the solitude and dazzled by the stars of the desert sky. As dawn breaks, the camp stirs and the caravan forms once more to move off for your second day's trek.

Leaving the desert behind, you visit the fortified village of Ait Benhaddou and perhaps take the option to visit the nearby film studios. Crossing the imposing Atlas Mountains your journey ends in vibrant Marrakech. The main square is like a medieval carnival filled with snake charmers, jugglers and acrobats. The narrow alleyways of the souks feature hundreds of small shops, each like an Aladdinâ™s cave - perhaps youâ™ll find a mysterious lamp or a pair of magic slippers!

Itinerary:

Day 1 Fly to Ouarzazate Day 2 Tazzarine; valley & oasis Day 3 Sahara Desert; camel trek Day 4 Sahara Desert; camel trek Day 5 Ait Benhaddou; optional film studios Day 6 Marrakech Day 7 Marrakech; walking tour & souk Day 8 Fly home

Transport, accommodation and meals: Transport- Minibus, camel, on foot. Distinctive Accommodation- Hotels (4nts), nomad tents (2nts), tent (1nt) You will stay in comfortable, family-run hotels and camp in large Bedouin-style tents with showers and toilets. One night is spent in a basic camp ⓠexpect to be without water for washing. Meals included- 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners. Swimming opportunities- The hotels in Marrakech, Ouarzazate and Ait Benhaddou each have a pool.
Other costs: International airfare not included. Airport tax abroad not included.
Other info: Minimum age: 5 years This is an easy trip. Your camel trek will be approx. 2 hours of walking/riding on each day.
Group size: Maximum 16 people. (3-5 families).
Grade:
Climate: Year round destination.
Trip Reference: FAS