Sahara Wonders: Marvel of the Sand Seas

Once I decided I was going on a trip to Morocco, I started looking at what activities to do. As my flight was from London to Marrakesh I initially only looked at activities around Marrakesh. I came across desert trips from Marrakesh, but I wanted a little more time in the desert and challenge myself a little more, I.e more time walking. I searched online and found that it is possible to do trips straight from M’Hamid into the Sahara desert. Which meant I would be in the desert from day one. I came across Sahara Wanders and decided to see if they would be able to accommodate me for a three day hilking trip.. I started my enquiry by email and received a quick response. I liaised with Aziz, he confirmed that he was able to accommodate my dates and I paid a deposit via PayPal. Aziz has a Riad in M’Hamid, which was great, as I arrived at 9.30pm a day before my trip and was able to say there a night before my trip. I took a bus from Marrakesh to M’Hamid, through the mountains, with lovely views. (Take a seat on the left side of the bus for the best views). Aziz collected me from the bus station. The next day, myself, another solo traveler Claude, had a lovely breakfast, before setting off with Hassan (camel handler, Aziz’s brother), Hamza (Cook) and two camels carrying our supplies. It was an experience I will never forget. Hassan and Hamza’s was kind, helpful and did everything to please. They accommodated me with my own tent for privacy, which was much appreciated. I rode a camel, eat well and walked through amazing settings. I would recommend a trip with Sahara Wonders to anyone.

Very nice exchange experience with Aziz and Hassan. We ate extremely well. The tent in the desert was very comfortable, the traditional nomadic songs magnificent and the people very welcoming. Aziz is adorable with children. See you soon, I hope.

What can I can I say Azziz was excellent. The trip was amazing. I would highly recommend this and the desert was amazing ……

We spent with Aziz one day on Erg Chigaga and were lucky to see two totally different faces of the desert (quite unexpectedly 😅). He picked us up from M'hamid, offered lunch at his house and took us to the camp. Despite raging sandstorm we didn't get lost (chapeau bas) and could see a nearby oasis. Aziz told us about nomads life and you clearly see how much knowledge and experience he has. I also really liked the old nomads story about the origin of North and South winds on Sahara. The camp located at the foot of the highest dune is very well maintained. The tents are really comfortable and spacious. There is a walled bathroom with showers and toilets and a small restaurant. We enjoyed every moment: adventurous car ride, welcoming tea, fascinating weather changes, little walk on the dunes during the sunset, traditional berber dinner with drum music show after, breathtaking starry night sky, chilly camel ride at the sunrise, breakfast and sand boarding. It's a type of experience you want to have the next time you visit Morocco!

As part of a house exchange (HomExchange) we were able to benefit from a night in Aziz's house welcomed by his brother Hassan with a delicious tagine... in the early morning a very breakfast and off we went in a 4*4 for the bivouac in the desert. After crossing the stone desert and stopping for lunch in an oasis we discovered a real desert of dunes…. Splendid! There were few of us which was nice… the facilities were comfortable despite a very cool night… the breakfast with a view of the dunes was incredible… In short, great organization and timeless moments! We recommend Aziz’s services even if we have not met him…