Chegaga dunes and Toubkal Summit - 13 daysExplore Erg Chegaga the highest sand dunes in Morocco and Toubkal summit the highest peak in North Africa, a long but exciting trek through amazing landscapes, Oasis, palm groves, Ksars, Kasbahs, berber villages, green valleys and summits.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Arrive to Marrakech airport, transfer to the riad in the medina. Overnight at the hotel. Day 2: Marrakech – Zagora – Faija (450km). Marrakech - Col Tichka (2260 m) - Ouarzazate - Agdz - Draa Valley - Zagora - Faija – Camp After breakfast, travel down towards Ouarzazate (gateway to the desert) via Tizi n’Tichka pass 2260m. Visit to the famous Glaoui Kasbah of Telouet and Ait Benhadou Ksar, then continue on to Agdz and Zagora. Finally arrive at Faija, where the camp is set up ready. Overnight at the camp. Day 3: Faija – Oued Lemhasser. Plateau Faija - djbel Bani - Col Oum Laachar - Oued Lemhasser - Oasis – Camp. After breakfast, start walking on the desert plateau and pass farms at the foot of djebel Bani. Ascend the famous pass Oum Laachar that will take you to Oued Lemhasser. 5-6 hours walk. Overnight at the camp. Day 4: Oued Lemhasser – Chegaga dunes. We leave Oued Lemhasser and walk towards the beautiful dunes of Chegaga, spend the night between the dunes. 5-6 hours walk. Overnight at the camp. Day 5: Chegaga dunes – Bougerne dunes. Continue the trek through the heart of the Sahara desert, we leave the Chegaga Dunes heading to the stunning dunes Bougern. Spend the night at the camp. 5 hours walk. Overnight at the camp. Day 6: Bougerne – Oued Naam. After breakfast, leavie the Bougarn Dunes and cross the Oued Naam, where the camp will be set up. 5 - 6 Hours walk. Overnight at the camp. Day 7: Oued Naam – Mhamid – zagora – Ouarzazate – Imlil valley. Last day of the trek through this amazing landscape, returning to Zagora via the Mhamid Dunes visit the Ksar of Mhamid, drive to Zagora, short visit and then continue via the draa valley to Ouarzazate, way to Imlil valley in the High Atlas Mountains. Overnight at Riad Jnane Imlil. 9hrs drive. |
Day 8: Imlil valley (1775m) – Toubkal Refuge (3207m).
After breakfast, meet the team of muleteers & cook and then start the trek through the Berber villages following a mule path which will take you to the Mountain Hut via the shrine Sidi Chamharouch (2500m) where you will have your picnic lunch prepared in advance by our cook, after lunch & a short break, continue towards the refuge (3200m), as the mules walks faster, the muleteers & cook, will pass over & will be waiting for you at the hut or camp, get a tasty mint tea upon arrival while you will enjoying the scenic Mountain surrounding the based camp. 5-6hrs walk. Option: the night could be spent on the tent but in summer time. Overnight at the Mouflon Hut.(BLD) Day 9: Toubkal refuge - Toubkal Summit. Wake up early to avoid the sunny way, breakfast around 5.00am and start the ascent at 5.30am, each one of you may need to pack his own day backpack for some nuts, oranges & bottled water, trek step by step until you get to the point overlooking the basecamp where you have a short break and sunrise over the opposite peaks, continue to the summit that you will reach within 3h/4h walking up the hill, you will be able to see all the High Atlas Mountains peaks & valleys if the weather is clear enough like a view from the air, stunning view of the green valleys & Berber villages, you will have a break of 45min on the summit for photos and light picnic, head down to the base camp for a full lunch and relaxation in the afternoon.5-6hrs walk. Overnight at the Mouflon Hut.(BLD) Day 10: Toubkal refuge – Imlil valley. After breakfast, walk down along the valley towards Imlil, cross Tidli forest and enjoy the stunning views over the whole Imlil valley & kik plateau. Try a Berber traditional Hammam in the valley (steambath). Overnight at riad Jnane Imlil. Day 11: Imlil valley - Marrakech. (BLD). 67km After breakfast, transfer to Marrakech via Tahnaout. Start a guided of the most remarkable historical sites including Bahia Palace, Badi Palace, Saadien Tombs, Mederssa Ben youssef, Majorelle Gardens, Koutoubia Gardens, Tanneries & Souks… Overnight and dinner at the Hotel. Day 12: Marrakech (B). Free day in Marrakech for relaxation & souvenir shopping. Overnight at the Hotel (diner on the charge of the clients). Day 13: Marrakech (B). After breakfast, transfer to the airport according to the flight time. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS
SERVICES INCLUDED
- Duration: ................13 days /12 nights
- GRADE:......................Medium.
- PERIOD: ....................Oct - April
- PICK UP DETAILS:.................Pick up at 8am (from your hotel in Marrakech / Airport).
- DROP OFF DETAILS:.............Flexible.
- ACCOMMODATION: ............Riads, Nomadic camp, Hut.
- FOOD & DRINKS:..................Fresh Salade & Hot meals Moroccan tagines.
SERVICES INCLUDED
- English speaking guide.
- Comfortable & AC vehicle (Gaz included)
- 4 nights Accommodation (including 1 night at the nomadic camp, possible upgrade to the luxury camp)
- Camel ride in Merzouga dunes.
- All meals (except dinners & lunches in Marrakech)
- Drinks
- Visit Fees
