5-day trek from M'Hamid
Program
Nomad Getaway (5 Days / 4 Nights)
Discover the many faces of the Sahara through this five-day tour. Between rocky massifs, hamadas, ergs and sand dunes, live an authentic adventure in the heart of the Moroccan desert. This intermediate level trek is flexible to adapt to different levels of experience.
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Daily walking time: 3 to 4 hours
Level: Intermediate
Program in Detail
Day 1: M’Hamid – Sidi Naji
Team meeting in M'Hamid and departure for a trek. We walk 4 hours at the pace of the dromedaries towards Sidi Naji, a symbolic place for our Nouaji tribe, housing a mausoleum in homage to our ancestor. Lunch and installation of the first bivouac, followed by a moment of rest and discovery of the desert around a tea. Dinner and evening under the starry sky.
Day 2: Sidi Naji – Erg Zmila
After an early breakfast, we walk for 3 hours towards Erg Zmila, near the Algerian border. The landscape, alternating mountains and dunes, is spectacular. Installation of the bivouac for the night, followed by a traditional meal prepared by our guides, with the famous sand bread cooked in ashes. Enjoy nomadic songs and stories by the fire.
Day 3: Erg Zmila – Erg Zahar
Breakfast then a 3h30 walk to Erg Zahar, one of the highest dunes in the region. After setting up camp, enjoy the calm and beauty of the dunes. Climb to the top to watch the sunset and listen to the whisper of the wind. A delicious dinner awaits you, prepared by the team, before a magical night in the desert.
Day 4: Erg Zahar – Erg Tounir
After a hearty breakfast, we set off on a 3-hour hike to Erg Tounir. Lunch in the middle of the dunes, then set up camp for this last night. Dinner and evening under the Milky Way, a special moment of sharing and contemplation.
Day 5: Erg Tounir – M’Hamid
Last breakfast in the desert before continuing our walk to the village. Four hours of hiking bring us back to the palm grove, where we share a last meal together. Return to M'Hamid to conclude this adventure, with unforgettable memories and farewells to our team and the dromedaries.
Practical Information
• Access: M'Hamid El Ghizlane is accessible by bus or taxi.
• Accommodation: Nomadic bivouac between the dunes, with the possibility of sleeping under the stars or in a tent, depending on the weather and your preferences.
• Meals: Prepared with fresh produce by our team, including salads, tagines, and local specialties.
• Personalization: We adapt this trek according to your wishes: day in 4x4, specific itineraries, etc. Let us know your desires for a tailor-made experience.
The camels will carry the camping equipment and your personal belongings.