5 Days Trek from M’Hamid to Chegaga Dunes

Trek M’Hamid - Chegaga Dunes

Join a 5-day trek in the Moroccan desert starting from M’Hamid. Walk across mineral regs, golden dunes, and nomadic bivouacs, discovering the emblematic Sahara scenery with the guidance of a local team. An immersive, silent, and beautiful journey at the calm pace of the caravan.

Itinerary Details

Day 1 – Towards the Ruins of Sidi Bousnina

  • Set off on foot or by camelback with your team of nomad guides.
  • Trek across the Reg d’el Arada, a vast rocky plain typical of the desert.
  • Lunch break in the heart of the desert.
  • Arrival late afternoon at the ruins of Sidi Bousnina.
  • Set up camp and enjoy dinner under the stars.

Day 2 – Dunes of Erg Ezzahar

  • Head towards the majestic dunes of Erg Ezzahar, known as "the singing dunes".
  • Morning walk across the sandy expanses.
  • Lunch on the trail.
  • Sunset tea ceremony in the evening.
  • Dinner and night in tents within a magical setting.

Day 3 – Crossing to Erg Smar

  • Early start through the desert, passing the nomad hamlet of Ait Ounabgui.
  • Lunch amid the desert landscape.
  • Arrival at the dunes of Erg Smar to set up camp.
  • Dinner around the fire and night in bivouac.

Day 4 – To Erg Ait Ounirte

  • Continue the trek through the untouched Sahara landscapes.
  • Picnic break in the shade of a tamarisk tree.
  • Late afternoon arrival at Erg Ait Ounirte.
  • Camp setup and evening meal in absolute tranquility.

Day 5 – Return and Nomadic Evening

  • Final walk across the regs towards Rass Nkhill.
  • Lunch break.
  • Return to the fixed bivouac with a well-deserved shower.
  • Festive evening with traditional music and Sahrawi dances.
  • Last night under the desert stars.

Organization

In Your Bag :

  • Headlamp or flashlight
  • Pocket knife
  • Toilet paper
  • Lighter
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Small backpack (your main bag will be carried by camels)
  • Lightweight shoes with good grip, and sandals
  • Breathable T-shirt (long sleeves recommended to avoid sunburn)
  • Hiking trousers and shorts
  • Fleece and windbreaker (hot by day, cool by night)
  • Tents provided, but bring a warm sleeping bag
  • A good book for relaxing moments

Personal First Aid Kit :

  • Anti-diarrheal medication
  • Aspirin or paracetamol
  • Disinfectant and cotton
  • Band-aids and plasters
  • Talcum powder (to prevent blisters)

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