Multi-day Tour in Jebel Bani and Sahara Erg Chigagaa

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Pick up from the hotel and first day of hiking⌄

   In the early morning we will pick you up at your hotel and transfer you to meet the camels and camel drivers. The team loads the camels. After admiring the first view of the beautiful mountain range of Jbel Bani, it is time to start the ascent of Jbel Bani.

   After a good morning of hiking and enjoying the views of the mountains, we'll find some shade under an acacia tree as a break. Here you will also enjoy a delicious lunch that the team has prepared for us. If you are lucky, you might even spot some wildlife, like ostriches or onyx.

   After our lunchbreak and fueled up from the meal, it is time to cross a pass in Jbel Bani. Afterwards we will be descending into a small oasis, which will be the site of the first peaceful night in the Berber style bivouac camp. Our team will ensure everything is ready at the camp—from arranging the tents to setting up the cozy seating area—so that we can later enjoy a peaceful and unforgettable evening under the stars.

   While our team is busy setting up our camp (mobile bivouac) and preparing dinner, you'll be enjoying some tea. For those who want, there will be some time to discover the surroudings, play games, chill out, tell stories, and watch the sun set behind the mountains. You'll be spoiled again with some great food in our made-up restaurant in the camp. Then get a good night rest for the next day full of adventure.

   Meals: Lunch: Lunch is always a freshly cooked meal, full of vitamins to fuel you up for the rest of the day. · Dinner: A traditional homecooked dinner, like tagine, couscous, soup, ... Always accompanied by homemade bread.

   Overnight: Accommdation will be a small tent for 1 or 2 persons. You should bring your own sleeping bag and matras.

2. 2Second day of hiking through the Erg Chigaga desert⌄

   After breakfast, we will head out on our second day of hiking through the Erg Chigaga desert. On the way to the valley, you'll be treated to a magnificent view of the Chigaga plateau and dunes. Did you know that these are the largest sand dunes in the whole of Africa?

   After a good hike through the sand dunes, it's time to fuel up! We'll then have a freshly cooked lunch under an acacia or tamarisk tree. You will have some time to relax the legs and enjoy the cooling shade.

   After our little break, we will continue our journey through the stunning, golden dunes of Erg Chigaga, taking in the vast desert landscapes that stretch endlessly in every direction. As the afternoon sun begins to soften, around 3 pm, our dedicated team will set out ahead of us to prepare the desert camp for tonight.

   Our second camp will be built at the foot of the largest dune in Chigaga, an extraordinary place. You will be welcomed with some Moroccan tea and you will have some time to relax, watch the sunset and play nomad games. You will again receive a homecooked dinner. Afterwards, rest well for the day ahead of us!

   Meals: Breakfast: Traditional Morocan breakfast including bread, egg, jam,... Tea and coffee wil always be included. · Lunch: Lunch is always a freshly cooked meal, full of vitamins to fuel you up for the rest of the day. · Dinner: A traditional homecooked dinner, like tagine, couscous, soup, ... Always accompanied by homemade bread.

   Overnight: This night night are you also going to sleep in a tent in the mobile bivouac.

3. 3Last day of hiking and camel ride through the dunes⌄

   Upon waking, after breakfast, we set off on a three-hour trek through the ocean of sand, crossing the dunes to reach a small bivouac.

   For those who want, can take a short nap at midday. Others will have time to explore the surroundings on their own. A fun afternoon awaits, alternating between camel riding through the dunes and sandboarding on the dunes.

   After our camel rides and sandboarding, you will again be welcomed back in the bivouac camp with some tea and cookies. With a delicious homecooked dinner, we will close of this gorgeous day under the stars. You might even be treated to some live berber music!

   Meals: Breakfast: Traditional Morocan breakfast including bread, egg, jam,... Tea and coffee wil always be included. · Lunch: Lunch is always a freshly cooked meal, full of vitamins to fuel you up for the rest of the day. · Dinner: A traditional homecooked dinner, like tagine, couscous, soup, ... Always accompanied by homemade bread.

   Overnight: Here you wil sleep in a small typical amazigh camp.

4. 4last day of enjoying the view of the desert⌄

   Our last breakfast together, sharing stories and memories. Cheers to many more!

   After breakfast, a 4x4 will transfer you back to Zagora (160km including 60km of track), or to Foumzguid (90km of track).After breakfast, a 4x4 will transfer you to Zagora (160km including 60km of track), or to Foumzguid (90km of track). Along the way, watch out for the desert wildlife!!

   Meals: Breakfast: Traditional Morocan breakfast including bread, egg, jam,... Tea and coffee wil always be included. · Lunch: Lunch is always a freshly cooked meal, full of vitamins to fuel you up for the rest of the day.

   Overnight: Now you wil sleep back in your hotelroom dreaming of all the beautiful views you saw this trip.