Stargazing in the Sahara: Moon Phases, Milky Way and Camera Settings
When to go, which moon phase to aim for, where the Milky Way sits and the camera settings we use for star photos above the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Sahara Journeys: travel guides
Practical notes from people who live here — 8 guides.
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Your First Camel Trek: How It Feels and How to Prepare
How a camel ride really feels, how long it lasts, what to wear and pack, and the small tricks that make your first trek into the Sahara dunes comfortable.
Sandboarding and 4x4 Dune Drives in Merzouga
How sandboarding works on the Erg Chebbi dunes, what it costs, when to go, and what you really see on a half-day 4x4 drive around Merzouga.
Meeting Nomad Families in the Sahara: Etiquette and Respect
Who the nomad families of the Moroccan Sahara are today, how a respectful tent visit works, and the etiquette on photos, gifts, tea and greetings.
Khamlia Village and Gnawa Music Near Merzouga
Khamlia, a small village south of Merzouga, keeps Gnawa music alive. Here is its history, the instruments, how a visit works and what to give.
Rissani Market and the Ksar Route: The Sahara's Old Trading Hub
Souk days, the famous donkey park, dates and madfouna, and the ksar route past Sijilmassa and the Moulay Ali Cherif mausoleum, on the road to Merzouga.
Skoura Oasis and Kasbah Amridil: The Palm Grove Stop
Skoura's palm grove and Kasbah Amridil are the best short stop between Ouarzazate and the Dades Valley. Fees, hours, history and how to visit.
The Sahara in Winter: Cold Nights, Clear Skies, What to Expect
What the Moroccan Sahara is really like from December to February: mild sunny days, near-freezing nights, how camps keep you warm and what to pack.