Things to do in the Sahara Desert in morocco

One could argue that a desert is the least favorite spot anyone would want to spend its days. Morocco sahara tour will make you reconsider that. Albeit the driest place on earth, fun is not something that this desert lacks. The golden sands of the Sahara expand over almost 9,200,000 square kilometers, which presents the visitors with a wide array of opportunities to unwind and explore. Below you can find the top-notch activities that you will be able to enjoy during your visit.

The iconic sand dunes

Covering about 15% of the territory, you will find these endless waves of golden hues as a perfect location to enjoy, for example, a one in a lifetime experience of sandboarding; who said you can only surf in the ocean, right? For the adventure seekers, descending the dunes at 50 mph will be the ideal way to discover the desert, specially at Erg Chebbi where the dunes reach their highest point.

Stargazing

There is something magical about looking up at night and marvel at a clear sky sparkled with shiny, colorful asterisks. Regardless of spending the night in the Sahara Desert being a unique experience on its own, the starry sky will leave you breathless and enthralled. After spending the day wandering through the dunes, set your traditional camp under the stars and get ready for one of the most fascinating nights that you will ever experience. Enjoy of the pure darkness and let yourself be immersed by the nature as you listen to traditional music from the Barber tribes that live in the area. Stargazing will be the perfect way to wrap up your desert tours in Morocco !

Spa in the desert

The Sahara doesn’t only provide brilliant views; locals also swear by the health-giving power of the sand. A “sand bath” might be the last thing on your mind as you travel through the unforgiving hot temperatures of the Sahara, and the practice will certainly sound foreign to western visitors, but this Moroccan therapy traces back to centuries among the Barber culture. Holes around a foot deep are dug as the sun rises, and after ensuring that the sand is hot enough, visitors are buried up to the neck and can spend up to 30 minutes lying in the sand. This practice is believed to be good for cleansing the body of toxins, having a soothing effect on aching limbs and muscles, and helping to alleviate the symptoms of diverse skin conditions.

Camel Trekking

Of course, you could not leave the Sahara without enjoying a ride on camel back. For many visitors, this is a top-notch activity on their bucket list, and if you want to enjoy majestic panoramic views of the Sahara, this is definitely the way to go. You will get to witness the lifestyle of the diverse small villages on your way, admire the sunrise from a vantage point, and even get a glimpse of the local wildlife. On a side note, camels haver rough skin, so don’t forget to put on jeans or trousers to avoid chafing!