Camel riding in Morocco just imagine sitting on the top of a camel! walking through the Sahara desert like the caravans of yesteryear. Silence surrounds you, since the only sound is that of the cloven feet of the camels that run along the soft sand. No matter where you look, endless stretches of sand confront you. Far from the stress of modern life, you enjoy the peace and tranquility of loneliness. This is about Camel riding in Morocco in the Sahara desert, and is an excellent introduction to family adventure trips!
Near Merzouga, are the highest and most spectacular sand dunes in Morocco. About 50 km southeast of Erfoud, a garrison town and an excellent base for trips through the desert, these golden-red dunes are found where the desert meets the Atlas Mountains. They mark the beginning of a great travel experience, as well as the western boundary of the Moroccan Sahara, which borders Algeria.
The desert landscape provides the backdrop for this travel adventure that should not be missed. The undiluted peace of the camels that walk along, will take you back to the caravans that traveled along these centuries-old routes, in search of a fresh oasis. The bright blue of the sky over the endless red dunes; The infinite views, the solitude and the silence of the desert create mysterious energizing powers.
With the changing light of the afternoon, the colors of the landscape change from pale brown to golden, then to pink. When the sun sets, the shadows that grow flirt with the amazing colors. After a tiring day, you’re happy to get to the campsite. The Berber tents, with their colorful pillows and bright carpets, offer a haven of relaxation. At night, enjoy a meal cooked under the open skis.
From the gentle heat of the desert, the nut and the date stop on the road, the Berber villages and the Kasbahs, to the Berber fields, the tribal drums, the bonfire, the races through the sand dunes and the bright stars in the indigo sky. The rest of the world seems to be living a life of this oasis of serenity and adventure.
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