Sahara TrekkingPrivate or shared

2-Day Desert Trek from M'Hamid

A first walk into the Sahara, with camels for your bag and a night in a Berber camp

Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Group: Private or shared
Difficulty: Easy
Starts in: M'Hamid

Why you'll love it

On foot through a palm grove and across small dunes
A night in a traditional Berber camp at Douibe
Camels carry your luggage; you walk

Your route

M'Hamid

Day by day

2 days

Walk out of M'Hamid through the Ras Nekhale palm grove and across small dunes to the Douibe camp, where you spend the night. Next morning you walk back by Lebour. The camels carry your luggage, a local guide leads the way, and about ten hours of easy walking are spread over two days.

Day 1Into the dunes: Ras Nekhale to Douibe

M'Hamid → Ras Nekhale palm grove → Douibe dunes

Set off on foot around 9:00 with the guide, the cameleer and the camels. Lunch is in the shade of the Ras Nekhale palm grove; in the afternoon you cross small dunes to the Douibe camp for dinner, music and stargazing.

Overnight: Camp
Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2Back through Lebour

Lebour → M'Hamid

Watch the sunrise, have breakfast and break camp. You walk back by Lebour, where lunch is served, and finish in M'Hamid.

Overnight: No overnight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

What's included

Included

One night in a traditional Berber camp
Full board on every trekking day
Camels and a cameleer to carry luggage and camp equipment
Berber guide and camel support team
Drinking water during the trek
Sandboarding on the dunes
Campfire evening with music, stories and stargazing

Not included

Transport to and from M'Hamid
Travel insurance
Tips and personal expenses
Alcoholic drinks

Good to know

Difficulty: Easy: no fitness needed beyond short walks on sand
Best season: October to April (Best from October to April; in summer the heat can pass 45 degrees and the trek is not run)
Crew and guide languages: English

Meeting point

The trek starts and ends in M'Hamid. Getting to M'Hamid is not included. The exact place and time are confirmed with the team.

Preparation

Pack light: the camels carry a soft bag. Wear closed shoes, bring a warm layer for the night, a sun hat and a headlamp.

What to bring

Closed, comfortable shoes (trainers or light boots)
Warm layers: desert nights are cold from October to March
Sun hat, sunglasses and sun cream
Headlamp and a scarf for wind and sand

Read before you go: Zagora or Merzouga: Which Desert Trip Should You Choose?

Questions

Is this trek suitable for beginners?

Yes. It is about ten hours of walking over two days at a relaxed pace, on flat ground and small dunes, and the camels carry your luggage.

Can children join?

We recommend it from about 8 years old. Camels can carry a tired child over some stretches.

When is the best time to go?

Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most comfortable, with warm days and fresh nights. Winter nights are cold, so bring warm layers. Summer is very hot and not recommended for walking.

What should I pack for the trek?

A small daypack for water and camera, a soft bag for the camels to carry, light breathable clothes, a warm layer, a sun hat and sun cream, closed shoes and a headlamp. Bring a sleeping bag or hire one in M'Hamid.

How do I book this trip?

Send an enquiry from this page with your dates, group size and any wishes. We reply by email, confirm availability and agree the details with you. There is no online payment on the website.