Live The Nomadic Experience to the out-sand-ing Moroccan Sahara Desert

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Fayza

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Hello, My name is Fayza 29 Yo Moroccan and I'm a traveler, Camper, hitchhiker, and discovering new cultures and adventures is my thing. I like to enjoy every second of my trip from sunrise to sunset, and of course, I love to enjoy the night sky with good music and a campfire, and this is what this trip is going to be about. Join my trip in March to visit the Golden sand of Morocco's Merzouga desert to live the Nomadic life and go on camel rides. We will start our rite of passage to serenity from Ouarzazate in which we will spend one night. On our way to Merzouga using a rental car we will stop for a traditional Moroccan lunch in a small Berber town called Taghia, We will then head to Arfoud Market which is known for dates, fresh spices, and Jewelries. Once we arrive in Merzouga and check-in at our special accommodation which is a fully equipped tent in the middle of the dessert and then goes on a camel ride to catch a firey sunset. The next day will be filled with activities that vary from attending a Gnawa music setting to visiting Ancient villages, to camel rides.  Accommodations: Day 1: Hotel  Day 2: Tent hotel ( All utilities included, Breakfast and Dinner included) Food: Purely traditional food  Entertainment: Sahrawi music around the campfire  Please note that the only Separate cost is food besides the one included in the hotel. -The Ouarzazate area is a well-noted film-making location, with Morocco's biggest studios attracting many international production companies, Ouarzazate has doubled up as Tibet, Egypt, and every country of the Middle East in films like Jewel of the Nile, The Sheltering Sky, Kundun, Gladiator, The Kingdom of Heaven, and Prince of Persia, among many others.  -The Valley of Taghia is a small Berber village located in the High Atlas of Morocco. This village is the starting point of magnificent hikes on the plateaus and in the canyons and towards the climbing routes traced on the walls around the village. -Arfoud Market is a very famous dates market where you can try freshly harvested Dattes from the Oasis nearby and also discover Moroccan spices, jewelry, and sweets. So, to summarise, what is included in the price? - Accommodation (Shared rooms) - Transportations - Activities: 4x4 vehicle tour & Gnawa music show + Guide PS: This is a shared trip between me and my friend Safae who's a JoinMyTrip member and who will join us with 2 to 3 other Trip Mates.
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Trip Itinerary
1

Ouarzazate

Day 1-2
The trip will start from Ouarzazate, specifically the Ait Benhaddou Village which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The day will focus around discovering filming studios/Locations of many notable Hollywood movies, as well as exploring local museums and getting to know the Saharian culture which includes indulging in a Delicious Couscous meal.
2

Tinghir

Day 2
On our way to the Merzouga Sahara , we will stop for Lunch in the Valley of Taghia which is a small Berber village located in the High Atlas of Morocco. The village is known for its appetizing tajines and being a destination to mountain climbers.
3

Erfoud

Day 2
To Bargain about the local handicrafts our next destination would be the weekly Saturday Erfoud market, it is known for its premium quality Dattes, traditional jewelry and an overall moroccan souk (Market) experience.
4

Merzouga Desert

Day 2-4
We are scheduled to arrive at sunset to enjoy the view in Merzouga, before starting the following day a 4x4 Vehicule tour to discover the Desert and nearby Oasis. The schedule includes visiting the Village of Khamlia to where we can enjoy a Moroccan dish called Medfouna which refers to the way they cook the meal (Buried), and listen to Gnawa music.
5

Ouarzazate

Day 4
After 2 nights in the Desert it's time to say goodbye to the Golden sand and hit back to Ouarzazate where this journey will end. This is the hardest par for me in every trip but I'm always blessed with new friendships and memories.
Trip Summary
Accommodation
Hotel & Hostel & Other & Camping
4 days trip
Ouarzazate, Tinghir & 3 more
Transportation
Car
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