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Horseback riding in Morocco. The Great Moroccan South separates the Saghro massif from the dune formations that appear in the west of the Oued Draa. At the gates of the great desert, the Moroccan Sahara is crossed by many nomads. This horseback trail ride is ideal to approach the desert wild life. A very varied itinerary, between dunes, arid plateaus, oases, palm groves, and superb kasbahs, which will allow you to immerse yourself during a few days in the desert life.
HORSEBACK TRAIL RIDE IN MOROCCO
INDICATIVE ITINERARY *
Day 1: Meeting at Ouarzazate airport at the end of the afternoon. Transfer to the hotel in the city center.
Day 2: Ouarzazate - Faija Plateau - Foum Laachar. Departure for Zagora and the desert through a mineral landscape where you soon discover, arriving in Agdz, the wonderful oasis of the beautiful Drâa Valley, dotted with fortified villages (Ksour). Arrive in Zagora place of departure of the equestrian ride. The route first crosses the Oasis of Zagora then direction full West by the plateau of Faija. Bivouac in Foum Laachar.
Day 3: Oasis Faija - Foum Laachar Pass - Oasis Mhasser. After breakfast, horse riding towards Jebel Bani. Panoramic view from Col Foum Laachar on the large desert plateau and green oases. Descent to the nomad camps and the oasis, lunch under the palm trees and acacias to reach the camp at the oasis of Mhasser.
Day 4: Oued Mhasser - Dunes of CHegaga. Horseback ride in this beautiful mountain landscape, meeting with nomads. Picnic at the exit of this mineral universe. Afternoon, crossing the large plateaus (reg) at a faster pace. Arrival in the evening at the big dunes of Chegaga. Camp near the dunes.
Day 5: Dunes of CHegaga - Dunes of Bougarn - El Bour. Departure on horseback along the beautiful dunes of Chegaga. The ride takes place alternately in the dunes or on the reg, between sand and desert plataus. This Saharan day stretches to reach your camp in the middle of nowhere.
Day 6: El Bour - Dunes of M'Hamid. The ride continues on horseback through the Hamada Du Draa, vast desert expanse (reg), ideal for nice canters. Picnic in the dunes. Afternoon, crossing the dunes of M'Hamid. Bivouac.
Day 7: Dunes of M'Hamid - Ouled Driss - Ouarzazate. Riding towards the end of the Draa Valley. Some houses appear in the middle of the palm of Bounou. This ksar (fortified village) is one of the most beautiful in the valley. Arrival on horseback at the village of Ouled Driss. Farewell to your horse and the team, and transfer to Ouarzazate early in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Transfer to Ouarzazate airport after breakfast and return flight.
* Indicative program that can be modified if necessary.
MEETING:
Day 1 (usually Sunday) afternoon at Ouarzazate airport (free transfer). From Marrakech, you can take a bus to Ouarzazate, 3h30 drive, companies: SUPRATOUR or CTM. We can also book a taxi for you (around 70 € - 4 hours drive).
DEPARTURE:
Day 8 (usually Sunday) morning after breakfast. Free transfer to Ouarzazate airport. Bus or taxi to Marrakech.
FLIGHTS:
Our trips do not include flights because it is generally more advantageous to book your transport yourself, avoiding agency commissions. We are at your disposal to help you find the best flight deals and possibly offer you a stay including flights: free service.
RIDING LEVEL: 
You must be able to walk, trot, canter outdoor, and in good physical condition.
GROUPS:
Up to 8 riders + guides.
RYTHM:
You ride 2-3 hours, 2-3 hours the afternoon at the 3 paces (walk, trot, canter) depending on the terrain.
GUIDE & TEAM:
All rides are supervised by 4 people all from the same family: 2 on horseback and 2 assistants in charge of luggage transfers, camp and dinner preparation. The guide and the team speak French, the guide and most of the team speak English. 
HORSES:
Arabic stalions, well balanced and safe horses.
SADDLES:
English saddles.
ACCOMMODATION:
First and last night at the hotel. Other nights in camps. Camps: a large mess tent is set up every evening, tents and comfortable mattresses are provided, a shower tent is available. A team follows the ride with assistance vehicles, ensuring the preparation of camps, the transport of luggage, and the preparation of meals.
MEALS:
Evening meals are Moroccan (couscous, tagine chicken with vegetables, meat with vegetables, grilled meats ... desert, soup, mint tea, coffee. The Moroccan cuisine reputation is well established ! Drinks: mineral water, tea, coffee. Alcoholic drinks are not provided but it is possible to buy some before the start of your ride (purchase in stores in town). At noon, picnics are taken in saddlebags, often various Moroccan salads.
2025 PRICE / PER PERSON:
1090 €
Booking fees: 15 €
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
Horse and tack rental, guide, assistants, accommodation, all meals, drinks during meals (mineral water, tea, coffe), luggage transfers, transfer from/to Ouarzazate airport, our travel agent bond to guarantee your payments.
THE PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE:
Individual insurance, extra drinks (out of meals and not include such as alcool and sodas), visits, tips, all that is not indicated in "PRICE INCLUDES".
INSURANCE:
A civil liability and travel insurance (assistance/repatriation) is compulsory. A cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
A payment by credit card can make you benefit from its possible insurance (check your contract).
We offer to Europe Union, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway residents: the Chapka insurances.
Cap Security: full insurance with cancellation. Cap Cancellation: cancellation only.
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FLIGHTS:
Flights to Morocco are not included because it is more interesting to book directly your ticket: a transport package included is generally more expensive with agency commissions. However, we are at your disposal to help you find the best prices or to offer you a flight included package on request.
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