Nomad Trek & Qi Gong: In the Moroccan Desert from April 8 to 18, 2027

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Participant reception - check-in at the Riad - Dinner
1 stop
1
Jemaa el-Fnaa
We will discover together Jamaa El Emna Square, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its atmosphere at Nightfall
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
The awakening of the journey: Ras N'Khel, at the gates of the Sahara
1 stop
2
M'Hamid
Quiet breakfast on the terrace of your Riad and Check-out by private air-conditioned taxi (or comfortable minibus depending on the number of participants) along the Tizi n'Tichka pass road to Ouarzazate. Around noon, tasting a succulent Tagine. The road continues along the green valley of the Draa to Zagora. Continue the journey to Mhamid until the meeting point with the chameliere team. We begin this 8-day trek, walking Check-out Ras N'Khel, not far from Mhamid, to the first bivouac in the desert. -
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
The beginnings of the desert and Sidi Naji
1 stop
3
M'Hamid
Every morning, we will immerse ourselves in a time of contemplation to welcome the sunrise. You are getting ready for the day and gathering our things. Then, I will offer you physical and energetic awakening through the practice of Qi Gong, breathing, ... Then, we will begin our crossing. The walk is offered silently at first, then various practices can be offered. Crammed onto the slow pace of the dromedaries, we enter the desert. After lunch, we go to the sanctuary of Sidi Naji to spend the night there. The scenery offers an alternation of small dunes, plateaus, and tamarisk groves. Evening under the starry sky to the sound of nomadic traditional music. Stargazing night (option to stay in the communal tent if you wish)
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
The immensity of the Sea of Sand
1 stop
4
M'Hamid
Check-out from the dunes of Sidi Naji for a few hours of progression towards the great dunes of Zmayla. The space is totally preserved, offering absolute silence. The sharing of the meal takes place in the shade of a Tamarix in Amyrir. In the afternoon current, we reach the magnificent screaming dunes, this ocean of sand that offers a vibrant panorama. Dinner and rest under the tent or in direct communion with the celestial vault
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Encounters and sources of life
1 stop
5
M'Hamid
The reliefs of the Drâa Hamada fade as we gain the Erg Sadra. We then head towards Erg Smar where we will set up our camp for the night, not far from a water source. It will be an opportunity to draw the necessary water and quench the thirst of the camels Luck may smile upon us through the encounter of a nomadic shepherd who also came to water his flock. Dinner and an evening of sharing around the bonfire.
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 6
On the traces of the ancients
1 stop
6
M'Hamid
Today, we are setting our course for Erg Bogarn, on one of the routes once traveled by nomadic caravans on their way to Timbuktu. Walking day in the silence of the desert and evening camp at Bogarn. Evening under the stars and sharing nomadic traditions (Sand bread)
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 7
The metamorphosis of the landscape
1 stop
7
M'Hamid
We continue our advance towards Oued Naan, a moment that marks a change of scenery. A more mineral facet of the Sahara is revealed as we approach the stone desert. In the late afternoon, the Bivouac is set up not far from the Naam wadi, for a new evening and night under the firmament.
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 8
The final stroll
1 stop
8
M'Hamid
The stone desert opens up to us for a few hours of walking towards Bertem. Stop at the coolness of a well. And continuation of this Saharan journey until the last
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Bertem - Bono
1 stop
9
M'Hamid
Quiet check-out after breakfast heading to Ras N’Khel. Another good lunch prepared by our Nomad Cooks in the desert. Finally, the caravan arrived at "La Source Gaia" at the end of the day, for dinner and accommodation in groups of 4 or 3 depending on availability. Single accommodation based on availability with an extra charge of 30 Eur per night.
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Bono-Marrakech
1 stop
10
Marrakech
Early in the morning, check-out after breakfast, for the return to Marrakech. Along the road, various stops to cool down and discover the local craftsmanship of the villages passed through or simply have traditional tea with your hosts. Dinner and accommodation in a Riad in the Medina. (Rooms for 4, 3 or 2 people)
9 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 11
Marrakech
1 stop
11
M'Hamid
Free day and transfer to the airport according to the flight time.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
• If you have health concerns, ask your attending physician for an opinion. Be able to walk 15 to 20km per day

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