{"id":199,"date":"2019-08-05T15:05:14","date_gmt":"2019-08-05T15:05:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/?p=199"},"modified":"2023-03-08T16:15:23","modified_gmt":"2023-03-08T16:15:23","slug":"the-sahara-desert-in-morocco","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/","title":{"rendered":"Trips to the Sahara desert in Morocco"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/the-Sahara-desert-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Trips to the Sahara desert in Morocco\" class=\"wp-image-1945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/the-Sahara-desert-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/the-Sahara-desert-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/the-Sahara-desert-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/the-Sahara-desert.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Trips to the Sahara desert in Morocco<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/morocco-sahara-desert\/\">The Sahara desert<\/a> is undoubtedly one of the great attractions of Morocco. It houses a unique ecosystem, with places of exceptional beauty and buildings where time seems to have stopped. All seasoned with a local population, mostly Berber, which stands out for its hospitality and the preservation of its traditions. If you find all this interesting, check out this article. Here we show you some of the main surprises of our trips to the Sahara desert in Morocco. An unforgettable adventure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_86 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#Sahara_desert_in_its_purest_form\" >Sahara desert in its purest form<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#Valleys_gorges_and_charming_places\" >Valleys, gorges, and charming places<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#Sahara_desert_cities\" >Sahara desert cities<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#Where_is_the_Sahara_in_Morocco_located\" >Where is the Sahara in Morocco located?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#What_is_the_best_time_of_year_to_visit_the_Sahara_in_Morocco\" >What is the best time of year to visit the Sahara in Morocco?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#How_do_I_get_to_the_Sahara_in_Morocco\" >How do I get to the Sahara in Morocco?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#What_activities_can_I_do_in_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco\" >What activities can I do in the Sahara desert in Morocco?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#What_type_of_accommodation_is_available_in_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco\" >What type of accommodation is available in the Sahara desert in Morocco?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#What_kind_of_clothing_and_gear_should_I_bring_to_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco\" >What kind of clothing and gear should I bring to the Sahara desert in Morocco?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#How_much_does_a_Sahara_desert_trip_in_Morocco_cost\" >How much does a Sahara desert trip in Morocco cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#What_should_I_pack_for_a_trip_to_the_Sahara_desert\" >What should I pack for a trip to the Sahara desert?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#Are_there_any_safety_concerns_when_visiting_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco\" >Are there any safety concerns when visiting the Sahara desert in Morocco?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/idealmoroccotours.com\/blog\/the-sahara-desert-in-morocco\/#Can_I_visit_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco_independently\" >Can I visit the Sahara desert in Morocco independently?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sahara_desert_in_its_purest_form\"><\/span>Sahara desert in its purest form<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you think of the Sahara desert, images of dromedaries, Berber tents (Camp), or sunrises among the dunes come to mind \u2026 yes, you are right! And with our routes, you can live it in first person. From Marrakech, cross the High Atlas, and in just a few hours, you can reach unimaginable corners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A good example is<a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Erg_Chigaga\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Erg Chegaga<\/a>, very close to Zagora, with its spectacular sea of \u200b\u200bdunes. But also, the surroundings of Ouzina are dominated by great aridity. Or Fint&#8217;s oasis, a counterpoint as lush as it is surprising. And many other places where mass tourism has not yet arrived.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Valleys_gorges_and_charming_places\"><\/span>Valleys, gorges, and charming places<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the area around the Sahara Desert and the High Altas Mountains, there are some truly breathtaking and unspoiled locations. One such example is the Todra or Dades Gorges, which have been sculpted by nature into magnificent cliffs and canyons that will stay with any traveler forever. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rivers and waterways in this region also offer some genuinely sensory experiences. Take the Valley of the Roses, for instance, which boasts fragrant aromas in the springtime. Meanwhile, the Draa Valley is home to over 100 kilometers of winding waterways and stunning landscapes of date palms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Dades Valley is another must-see destination, as it uniquely contrasts snow-capped mountains on one side and semi-arid terrain on the other. No matter where you go in this region, you&#8217;re sure to be awestruck by the beauty of nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sahara_desert_cities\"><\/span>Sahara desert cities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our routes through the Sahara desert also cross the most interesting cities in the country&#8217;s southern region. Merzouga, very close to Algeria, is one of the fabulous jewels to discover. Like the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, and &#8216;film set&#8217; of some great Hollywood productions, such as Lawrence of Arabia\u2026 Ouarzazate, Rissani, or Erfoud are other places visited near the desert, perfect for learning more about the culture and customs of the native population. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, of course, Marrakech, starting point and arrival point for most of the trips to the Sahara desert in Morocco. Its medina, also protected by Unesco, is a fascinating historical site built by Almoravids, Almohads, and Saadis that still beats more alive today than ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact us if you want more information about our trips to the Sahara desert in Morocco. We will make you enjoy one of the fascinating experiences of your life!<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678123737737\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_Sahara_in_Morocco_located\"><\/span>Where is the Sahara in Morocco located?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Sahara desert in Morocco is located in the southern part of the country.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678123804555\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_best_time_of_year_to_visit_the_Sahara_in_Morocco\"><\/span>What is the best time of year to visit the Sahara in Morocco?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The best time of year to visit the Sahara desert in Morocco is during the cooler months of November through February.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678123847922\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_to_the_Sahara_in_Morocco\"><\/span>How do I get to the Sahara in Morocco?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can get to the Sahara desert in Morocco by taking a tour or hiring a private driver from major cities like Marrakech or Fes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678123865178\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_activities_can_I_do_in_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco\"><\/span>What activities can I do in the Sahara desert in Morocco?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can go on a camel ride, watch the sunset, stargaze, and visit Berber villages.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678176228825\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_type_of_accommodation_is_available_in_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco\"><\/span>What type of accommodation is available in the Sahara desert in Morocco?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can stay in traditional Berber tents or in a luxury desert camp.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678291654841\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_kind_of_clothing_and_gear_should_I_bring_to_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco\"><\/span>What kind of clothing and gear should I bring to the Sahara desert in Morocco?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It is recommended to bring comfortable and loose-fitting clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a sleeping bag, and a good pair of hiking boots or sandals.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678291655737\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_Sahara_desert_trip_in_Morocco_cost\"><\/span>How much does a Sahara desert trip in Morocco cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The cost of a Sahara desert trip in Morocco varies depending on the duration, type of accommodation, and the number of activities included.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678291656713\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_I_pack_for_a_trip_to_the_Sahara_desert\"><\/span>What should I pack for a trip to the Sahara desert?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You should pack sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, a scarf, warm clothes for the night, and comfortable shoes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678291657753\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_any_safety_concerns_when_visiting_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco\"><\/span>Are there any safety concerns when visiting the Sahara desert in Morocco?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Visitors should be aware of the risk of dehydration and heat exhaustion and the potential for sandstorms and flash floods.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1678291658570\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_visit_the_Sahara_desert_in_Morocco_independently\"><\/span>Can I visit the Sahara desert in Morocco independently?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It is possible to visit the Sahara desert in Morocco independently, but it is recommended to hire a driver or join a tour group for safety reasons.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Sahara desert is undoubtedly one of the great attractions of Morocco. It houses a unique ecosystem, with places of exceptional beauty and buildings where time seems to have stopped. All seasoned with a local population, mostly Berber, which stands out for its hospitality and the preservation of its traditions. 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