Discover the Desert Saharan Adventure Between Camel Trekking and 4x4
Set out on Discover the Desert, a 3-day Saharan adventure that combines the slow rhythm of camel trekking with the excitement of a 4x4 journey. Starting from M’Hamid, you travel into a world of tamarisk trees, desert plateaus, quiet camps and vast golden dunes.
The first stage follows the caravan to Oued Naam and across the Hamada du Draa. On day two, continue on foot before switching to a 4x4 for the exhilarating drive to the great dunes of Erg Chegaga, where sunset lights up the Sahara.
Two nights in nomad-style desert camps, traditional meals, music beneath the stars and an off-road return to M’Hamid complete this immersive journey. The Discover the Desert price is €350 per person.
Discover the Desert Highlights
- Camel trekking from M’HamidTravel at the peaceful pace of a dromedary caravan through remote Sahara landscapes.
- Oued Naam & Hamada du DraaPause for lunch under tamarisk trees and cross a broad stony desert plateau with lunar-like scenery.
- Two desert camp nightsEnjoy traditional dinners, campfire atmosphere, star-filled skies and nights in nomad tents.
- Erg Chegaga by 4x4Switch from walking to 4x4 adventure and reach the majestic dunes of Chegaga in time for sunset.
Discover the Desert 3-Day Itinerary
3 days · 2 nightsDAY 01Immersion in the Desert on a Camel Trek
M’Hamid, Oued Naam & Hamada du Draa
- Depart from M’Hamid, the gateway to the desert, and meet your dromedary for the journey ahead.
- Travel at the slow and soothing pace of the caravan through fascinating desert landscapes.
- Stop for lunch at Oued Naam, a peaceful place where you can enjoy a typical meal in the shade of tamarisk trees.
- Continue in the afternoon across the Hamada du Draa, a vast desert plateau with lunar-like landscapes.
- Reach the desert camp, settle in under the stars and enjoy a traditional dinner around the campfire.
- Spend the night in a nomad tent in the heart of the Sahara.
DAY 02Between Contemplation and Adrenaline
Desert walking, 4x4 & Erg Chegaga sunset
- Wake at daybreak to the sounds of the desert and enjoy breakfast in the Sahara.
- Set off on foot and experience the silence and immensity of the desert while the morning light shapes the sand.
- Enjoy a lunch break in the heart of nature.
- In the afternoon, board a 4x4 for a fast and exciting drive towards the great dunes of Erg Chegaga.
- Arrive in time to admire an unforgettable sunset from the dunes as light and shadow transform the landscape.
- Spend the evening in a nomad tent, enjoying a dinner of Saharan flavors with traditional music and songs beneath a clear starry sky.
DAY 03Return to M’Hamid via the Tracks
Final dunes & off-road return
- Enjoy a relaxed awakening and one last view of the golden dunes.
- Set off again by 4x4 for approximately two hours along desert tracks.
- Cross changing Sahara landscapes on the return journey.
- Arrive in M’Hamid in the late morning, bringing the 3-day adventure to an end.
Discover the Desert Experience
What You Experience
- A camel trek from M’Hamid into the Sahara.
- A lunch stop at Oued Naam beneath tamarisk trees.
- A crossing of the Hamada du Draa desert plateau.
- Walking through the desert in the morning light.
- A 4x4 ride to the great dunes of Erg Chegaga.
- Two evenings in nomad-style camps with traditional dinner and star-filled skies.
- A return to M’Hamid by desert tracks.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Combines camel trekking, walking and 4x4 travel in one compact Sahara adventure.
- Moves from quiet desert contemplation to the scale and excitement of Erg Chegaga.
- Offers two nights immersed in the desert atmosphere.
- Ideal for travelers who want a deeper Sahara experience than a simple day trip.
FAQs – Discover the Desert
How much is Discover the Desert?
The price is €350 per person. Use the traveler selector in the booking form to calculate the total for your group.
Where does Discover the Desert start?
The adventure starts in M’Hamid, the gateway to the desert, where you meet your dromedary and begin the camel trek.
What happens on day one?
Day one includes the camel trek, lunch at Oued Naam, a crossing of the Hamada du Draa and an overnight stay in a nomad desert camp.
When do we reach Erg Chegaga?
On day two, after walking in the desert and a lunch break in nature, you board a 4x4 and continue to the great dunes of Erg Chegaga for sunset.
Learn more about Erg Chigaga on WikipediaHow do we return to M’Hamid?
On day three, you return by 4x4 along desert tracks for around two hours and arrive in M’Hamid in the late morning.
How do I book Discover the Desert?
Choose your departure date, number of travelers and contact details in the inquiry form. Our team will contact you soon after you submit your request.