5 Day trek Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert Trip

Start your day with a delightful breakfast before immersing yourself in the vibrant hues of the valley surrounding Tizi Oussem (1850m). Traverse enchanting Berber villages, soaking in the essence of the landscape. Descend towards Id Issa village (1800m), followed by an ascent to the picturesque Tizi Oudid mountain pass (2000m). Journey through the serene Matat village, meandering amidst a captivating thurifer juniper forest. Pause for a refreshing lunch beneath the canopy of walnut groves, beside the tranquil river. In the afternoon, embark on a brief trek up the valley, culminating in the charming village Berber villae in Imlil Valley. As the day winds down, find repose in a Berber family house for a restful overnight stay.

Depart from Imlil Valley at 9:00 am, journeying across the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass. Traverse Berber villages, witnessing the transition to the desert landscape, revealing oases and hills adorned with kasbahs. Choose between Ouarzazate Film Studios or a rejuvenating hike. Upon reaching Dades Gorge, savor a scenic hike or unwind at your hotel. Spend the night in Dades, with a total driving time of 8 hours.

Commence your day with breakfast. Journey from Dades Valley to Todra Gorge—a colossal fault in the High Atlas mountains, soaring 300 meters high. Take a scenic hike through the palmery, a verdant oasis with majestic date palms. Venture deeper into the desert, reaching Merzouga for essentials. Proceed to a kasbah to collect your camel. As the sun sets, embark on a 1.5-hour camel trek to a Berber camp. Relish a traditional Moroccan dinner and choose to slumber beneath the celestial expanse or within tents. The journey entails approximately 6 hours of driving time.

Commence your day with an early rise for a captivating 1-hour camel ride just before sunrise. Return to Merzouga on camelback, enjoy breakfast, and freshen up. Journey through the stony desert and across the Atlas mountains, with stops for photos, exploration, and lunch. The drive back to Marrakech spans approximately 10 hours, with an anticipated arrival time between 17:00hrs and 18:00hrs.