Original
Short breaks
Sahara Mini Adventure
4.9
Excellent
193 reviews
3 days
Start
Marrakech, Morocco
Finish
Marrakech, Morocco
Trip Code
XMHA
Min Age
12
Trip Size
1 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
Camel, Private Bus
Accommodation
Camp site (1 night), Hotel (1 night)
From £167(3 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Camp under the desert skies of the Sahara and travel by camel for incredible sunset views over the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Travel with an expert local leader and ride in comfort in a private vehicle from the bustle of Marrakech to the serenity of the Sahara.
Visit the women of the Tawesna Association and a Todra women’s association to learn about the work they’re doing to support local Moroccan women.
Make stops in the ancient ksar of Ait Benhaddou and the lush Todra Valley and get a feel for local life.
Enjoy iconic Moroccan and Amazigh dishes each day and feel the warmth of local Moroccan hospitality.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, Amal. Donations support them to provide women in Morocco with culinary skills training to help improve livelihoods. Tuuur will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
Don’t let the heat keep you from exploring the world! Summer temperatures can be extremely high in Morocco (over 40°C), so it’s important to pack light, use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat and drink plenty of water.
As Morocco has a tipping culture, travellers are expected to tip small amounts for most services, so please be prepared. Your trip leader and the 'Money Matters' section of our Essential Trip Information will help to provide you with some suggestions as to what amounts are appropriate.
Although you shouldn’t expect any aggressive selling techniques in Morocco, please be aware that you may be approached by shop owners and street vendors offering their goods to you on regular occasions.
We've sourced our accommodation very carefully and picked the best possible hotels in line with the Tuuur style of travel, but please note that service and accommodation in Morocco may differ from Western standards.
As accommodation on this trip is twin-share, solo travellers will share a room with another traveller of the same gender. This trip is a great opportunity to get to know other like-minded people, so embrace it! Please note that a single supplement is not available on this trip.
Itinerary
Take a quick trip to the Sahara, stuffed with local flavour
If you only have days to spare and the sand and stars of the Sahara are calling, then this three-day adventure is for you. Take a round-trip journey from Marrakech into the desert and over the dunes. Watch the sun set from the back of a camel, the sun rise over the Erg Chebbi dunes and camp under the North African stars. Along the way, visit the ancient ksar of Ait Benhaddou and the lush Todra Valley, sipping tea and breaking bread with members of special women’s associations in both spots. A locally based leader will accompany you in comfortable transport the whole way, offering insights into local culture, history and geography at every step.
Inclusions
Meals
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Transport
Camel, Private Bus
Accommodation
Camp site (1 night), Hotel (1 night)
Included activities
Kasbah Ait Benhaddou visit
Tawesna association visit and lunch
Todra Gorges visit
Local Amazigh Brunch in the valley
Sunset camel ride
Dinner at camp
Breakfast at camp
Sunrise dune walk
Dates and availability
Starting
Ending
Remaining
Prices From
















Important notes
1.The bus will depart at 8 am sharp. Please arrive at the meeting place at least 15 min prior to departures to be able to finalize boarding.
2. Your desert camp is a simple affair, with bedding and basic toilet facilities provided. The blankets provided are usually sufficient for most travellers between April and October, but you may like to bring your own sleeping bag for extra warmth, especially between November and March.
3. There’s no electricity at the campsite, so it’s important to come prepared with fully charged phones, cameras and everything else you may need.
4. On this trip you must pack as lightly as possible because you will be expected to carry your own bag and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage, we strongly recommend keeping the weight around 15kg / 33lb. Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps to accommodate the cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, stairs and steps you are likely to encounter while carrying your luggage. We also recommend a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc.
5. Your arrival back in Marrakech will be, depending on traffic, between 8 or 9 pm on your last day. If you have to fly out on this day please don't book a flight earlier than midnight.
Reviews (189)
5 stars
173
4 stars
9
3 stars
6
2 stars
1
Bianca
Oct 11, 2025
This trip was such a highlight for me from my trek and a place ive always wanted to visit. I 100% recommend this trip
Arielle
Oct 09, 2025
This tour was well worth it! Lots of driving, but the stops along the way break up the trip nicely. A really good way to get outside of the busy city for a glimpse of the more rural areas of Morocco.
Caroline
Oct 06, 2025
Our guide Salim was fantastic! Completely professional, knowledgeable, fun, and engaging. The tour activities are once in a lifetime experiences that I’ll cherish forever - I can’t recommend this trip enough!
Jane
Oct 04, 2025
Highly recommend this trip. Our trip leader was very approachable and helpful. She was very engaging and positive throughout the trip. The camel ride in the Sahara was a highlight of the trip. The walk throughout the farms exceeded expectations and was educational, scenic, and fun.
Benito
Oct 03, 2025
Athlene
Sep 28, 2025
Our trip to the Sahara was an amazing g experience. Our guide, Youssef was very knowledgeable and keen to show us his country. Jemel, our driver made the trip even more enjoyable, loved the experience.
Luke
Sep 27, 2025
Trip was fantastic and was short enough to also include a few days to relax either side of the trip.
Sarah
Sep 16, 2025
This is a great little intro trip for Morocco! Give yourself an additional day for Marrakech and it is a great adventure.
Laila
Sep 14, 2025
Grace
Sep 12, 2025
Amazing trip!!!!
Friends and Family Travel is an agent of Intrepid Travel. All Trip content and associated images are copyright of Intrepid Travel.
You are protected
Contact Information
Call us at
0208 058 4003
Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM GMT.
Contact our customer support
contact@friendsandfamily.travel
We’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

© 2024 Friends and Family Travel | All rights reserved.