Into the Wild Heart of the Sahara
Step beyond the ordinary with Wildeye Adventures and journey to the gateway of the Sahara. Guided by experienced Berber nomads - men born of the desert whose families have roamed these sands for generations - you’ll embark on a deeply authentic Sahara journey. Trusted by leading adventure companies across Morocco, they carry an intimate knowledge of the land and a connection to its rhythms.
In partnership with Wildeye Adventures, you are invited to walk beside them: to follow ancient desert routes, learn the art of desert survival and share a way of life shaped by resilience, simplicity and time. Experience the Sahara through the eyes of those who call it home - where vast silence speaks, dunes whisper and the land reveals its quiet power.
Travel by foot and camel across sweeping golden dunes, watch fiery sunsets dissolve into endless horizons and sleep beneath a sky alive with stars, the Milky Way stretching overhead. This is more than a journey - it is a raw, soul-stirring adventure into the wild heart of Morocco.
An Invitation to Adventure International
The Journey 🐪
Your adventure begins in Marrakech, where you are welcomed at the airport and transferred to a traditional Riad tucked away near the vibrant Medina. Take time to unwind, explore the city’s souks and settle into Moroccan culture before heading south.
Travel through mountain passes and desert landscapes toward the Gateway of the Sahara, where civilisation fades and the dunes begin. Your first night in the desert is spent in comfortable desert accommodation, arriving at sunset to a warm meal, music around the fire and a sky filled with stars.
Guided by experienced Berber nomads, you then embark on a multi-day trek across the Sahara, travelling by foot and camel along ancient routes once used by traders and caravans. Learn desert survival skills, from fire-making, natural navigation, to locating water. As days unfold among golden dunes and vast silence. Each evening brings glowing sunsets — The Golden Hour — followed by shared campfire meals, mint tea, songs, stories and stargazing beneath the Milky Way.
Deeper in the desert, ride camels to the Doorway of the Sahara. Climbing the highest sand dune offers a breathtaking sunset view and experience traditional rituals such as desert wells, sand baths and sand bread baked over the fire.
As the journey draws to a close, trek back to the oasis for a final desert lunch beneath the palms. Visit a historic kasbah, share tea with locals and rejuvenate with a traditional hammam, before returning to the desert for a farewell sunset, feast, music and one last night beneath the stars.
You return to Marrakech for a final night in your Riad before departure, carrying with you an experience that humbles, grounds and stays long after the desert fades from view.
More than travel, this is an immersion into the wild heart of the Sahara — where every step draws you closer to the untamed spirit of the Earth.
Event Details
Location - Sahara Desert, Morocco - near the Algerian border
Dates (2026) - 15–23 April 2026 and 28 September – 6 October 2026
This expedition runs twice in 2026.
Duration - 9 days total
• 7 days / 6 nights in the Sahara Desert
• 2 days in Marrakech staying in a traditional Riad
Group Size & Age - Adults only (18+) Maximum 15 guests.
Who Is This For?
• Adventurers and explorers
• Walkers and hikers
• Photographers
• Sky watchers and star gazers
• Campers and outdoor enthusiasts
• Anyone seeking to step beyond their comfort zone and experience an authentic Sahara journey guided by Berber nomads
Wild Nomad Program🐪
Day 1 — Arrival in Marrakech
Welcome to Morocco. Meet our staff at the airport and transfer to your peaceful Riad in the heart of busy Marrakech. Unwind, explore the vibrant Medina and enjoy your first taste of Moroccan culture beneath the city lights.
Day 2 — Journey to the Edge of the Sahara
From city to sand. Travel by minibus to south Morocco, towards the 'Gateway of the Sahara.’ Stopping on route through mountain passes and view points on your way to the desert frontier - with a lunch stop and breaks. Arrive at the first desert base camp as the sun sets, greeted by a warm dinner, music round the fire and your desert accommodation in the star-filled night in the desert.
Day 3 — Desert Trek & Nomad Survival
Step into nomadic life. Begin your 3 to 4 hour trek across the golden sands, following age-old desert routes. Learn essential desert survival, from sheltering from sand storms, fire-making, locating water and navigation techniques, before sunset watching and stargazing beneath the Milky Way.
Day 4 — The Doorway to the Sahara
Trek deeper into the desert. Ride camels across vast dunes toward the “Doorway to the Sahara.” where the dunes tower higher. Climb the highest sand dune for an unforgettable sunset view, then gather around the fire for dinner, music, stories and the night time desert life.
Day 5 — Wells, Sand Baths & Starry Skies
Rituals of renewal. Watch the camels hydrate. Refresh and cleanse using a desert well and experience a sand bath — a nomadic practice of grounding and healing. Observe traditional sand bread creation over the fire, dine beneath the stars and watch the Milky Way drift across the silent sky.
Day 6 — Camel Rides & Golden Hour Magic
Moments of reflection. Journey onward by camel and on foot to your final desert camp. As the sun sets over the golden dunes, share a final night of firelight, music and celebration — a farewell to the wild heart of the Sahara.
Day 7 — Oasis & Hammam Renewal
Return to comfort. Trek to the oasis and rest beneath the palms before visiting a historic Kasbah and drink tea with the locals. End your expedition with a traditional Hammam — a cleansing and rejuvenating experience — followed by a farewell feast, music round the fire and your last night under the stars.
Day 8 — Return to Marrakech
Travel back through Morocco’s ever-changing landscapes to Marrakech. Settle into your Riad for one last evening to relax, reflect and soak in the city’s timeless charm.
Day 9 — Check out of Riad & depart
The journey ends. Check out of the Riad in the morning after an included breakfast. With included transportation to the airport for your convenience.
What Included?
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Airport Transfers – Marrakech
Round-trip airport transfers are included. You will be met on arrival in Marrakech and transferred to your riad, with return transport to the airport provided at the end of the journey.
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Marrakech Riad Accommodation (1st Night & Final Night)
Your first and final nights are spent in a traditional riad on a quiet street within walking distance of the Medina. The riad features a pool, sauna and hammam, with air-conditioned rooms, private bathrooms and hot showers. Private rooms are provided for couples, families and friends where possible; solo travellers may share with same-sex travellers. Lunch and dinner are not included on Day 1 or the final evening, allowing you to explore Marrakech at your own pace.
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Journey to the Sahara
Breakfast is included before departing Marrakech. Comfortable transport takes you to the gateway of the Sahara (approx. 8–9 hours), with scenic stops, rest breaks and a local lunch included along the way.
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First Night in the Desert
On arrival, you stay in comfortable desert accommodation with proper beds, private bathrooms and showers. The dunes are already visible and those who wish, may sleep outside beneath the stars. Dinner and breakfast are included.
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Food and Hydration
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners during the expedition are included and freshly prepared by our nomadic hosts. Drinking water is provided throughout. During trekking breaks, you’ll have opportunities to refill water bottles and recharge with mint tea, fruit, nuts and dates, keeping you energised and well hydrated. Please advise us of any dietary requirements in advance.
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Camel Rides & Desert Survival
Camel rides are included and guided by Berber nomads with deep ancestral ties to the desert. Learn essential desert survival skills, including fire-making, sand bread creation, navigation techniques and adapting to desert conditions.
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Campfire Evenings
Evenings are spent around the fire with music, chants, stories and shared moments beneath vast star-filled skies.
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Kasbah, Hammam & Final Desert Evening
On Day 7, after returning to the desert accommodation, you visit a historic kasbah and meet local villagers, followed by time to refresh in a traditional hammam. The journey ends with a final desert feast, camp fire, music and songs under the stars.
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Return to Marrakech
After the expedition, you return to Marrakech with lunch provided, enjoying a final night in the Riad. Breakfast is included before your airport transfer on departure day.
What to Know Before You Go
This Sahara Desert adventure is designed for travellers in good general health and fitness, ready to experience a deeply rewarding journey through one of the world’s most extraordinary landscapes.
Daily Trekking: Each morning begins beneath the rising sun with a trek of approximately 25–30 km (3–4 hours). We travel early to enjoy cooler temperatures, resting during the hotter afternoon hours. The terrain is largely flat and open, with occasional stretches of soft sand.
While we encourage guests to walk as much as possible, camel rides are available if you need a rest along the way.
Camping Equipment: Foam mattresses are provided for camping in the desert. You’re welcome to bring your own lightweight foam mat, our camels will appreciate the lighter load. A 3 season sleeping bag & travel pillow is essential.
Kit List: A detailed kit list will be sent prior to travel. (See FAQ below) We strongly encourage travelling light - oversized suitcases are not suitable for this journey and flight costs are often lower with carry-on luggage only.
Facilities: There are toilets available at the hotel in Marrakech and at our first desert base camp. Once we begin trekking deeper into the desert on day three, there are no facilities, this is a true return to the wild. Our experienced guides will offer clear guidance on respectful and responsible desert practices.
Sun Protection: The Sahara sun is powerful. Please bring sunglasses, a sun hat, high-factor sunscreen and stay well hydrated throughout the day. Hats can be purchased in Marrakech or from local sellers en route to the desert. Traditional nomadic turbans are provided, offering both sun protection and an authentic cultural touch.
The Desert Environment: In our fast-paced urbanised lives, we often forget the power of silence. The desert offers something rare and vast; an unworldly stillness. When the wind rises, the dunes begin to sing, carrying what nomads call the “voices of the desert.” If strong winds or sandstorms occur, durable communal shelters are set up to ensure comfort and safety.
Desert Nights: Depending on the season, desert temperatures drop after sunset, not freezing, but noticeably cooler after a day in the sun. Bring warm layers and a torch for the evenings. With no electricity and no light pollution, nights are illuminated only by firelight and the Milky Way above, perfect conditions for stargazing, reflection and night photography.
PRICE
Adults 18+ | £1350 per guest (Flights not included)
Pay a non-refundable £600 deposit to secure your spot.
Pay the rest before travel. We can discount the price. Bring a friend discount (Receive £50 off)
Maximum 15 guests, minimum of 5.
BOOKING PROCESS
Please email us at: contact@wildeyeadventures.com secure your booking, you will be required to complete a booking form (which includes a risk assessment) and make a deposit payment via online bank transfer to reserve your space.
Ready to join us? Here’s how to secure your place:
Simply email us to receive a booking form and full payment details. To confirm your place, complete the booking form (which includes a risk assessment) and pay a deposit via online bank transfer. Your deposit secures your space on the trip, with the remaining balance due later once final group numbers are confirmed.
Good news: the larger the group, the lower the individual cost, so feel free to invite adventurous colleagues, friends or family to join you on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.
Once your booking is confirmed, we’ll stay in touch by email and add you to our private guest WhatsApp group, where you’ll receive updates, travel information and all the latest details about the adventure.
For booking and payment details, email: contact@wildeyeadventures.com
We’re welcoming just 15 guests on this unforgettable experience. Spaces are limited - secure yours before they’re gone!
Create your own private tour
If you’d like to arrange a private desert adventure for your friends, family or a team, just reach out with your preferred dates. We run tours from early September through late May, as the desert is too hot to explore during the summer months.
We can accommodate children aged 10+ years on any private tours and require a minimum of 4 guests, maximum 15. For larger groups please enquire. Pricing is subjected to group size and time of year.
Riad in Marrakech & Accommodation
Your adventure begins and ends in comfort, with accommodation provided on the first and last night in a Riad in Marrakech, located in a quiet spot, yet nearby to the busy Medina. (A “Riad" is a traditional Moroccan house built around a central, enclosed courtyard or garden). The Riad includes private rooms with bathroom, air conditioning, a pool, sauna and hammam.
After our day of travel and upon arrival at our first desert camp, you’ll stay in private rooms equipped with bathrooms and showers, the perfect place to mentally prepare before the expedition begins.
Once we leave the desert base camp and journey deeper into the Sahara, the experience becomes truly wild. You’ll be camping in the desert and sleeping beneath the open stars, surrounded by the vast stillness of the desert. Plenty of space for solitude and peace.
At each remote camp location, communal shelters are set up to provide shade during the day, for meal times, as well as protection in the event of any high winds, sandstorms or rare desert rain.
This is authentic desert living, simple, grounding and unforgettable.
FAQ's
Are there any toilets?
There are toilets available in the hotel in Marrakech on the first and last day, as well as in the first desert base camp. After that, there are no toilets in the desert. It’s back to the nomadic lifestyle. You’ll be advised on best ways.
What kit shall I bring?
You’ll be sent a detailed kit list upon booking and be encouraged to travel light.
Essential items include:
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Sleeping bag
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Outdoor trainers or walking shoes
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Torch / headlamp
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Flip flops
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Lightweight clothing
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Warm layers for evenings
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Basic first aid (personal medication, paracetamol, electrolytes)
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Swimwear
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Towel
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1-litre refillable water bottle
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Day bag (rucksack)
What clothes do I wear?
Do not wear jeans / denim in the desert. Please wear lightweight clothing, thin shirts to protect your skin from the heat & sun. Bring a sun hat, sun glasses, T-shirts, tank tops, shorts, thin cotton trousers. Bring warm layers for night time as the temperature can drop.
Is there any water?
Drinking water is provided for your desert journey. Please do not drink water from any taps in Marrakech, bottled water is sold and provided.
Where do I sleep in the desert?
Most guests choose to sleep solo out in the open desert skies under the stars. There is plenty of space to roam, dunes to climb. A communal shelter is created for shade from sun or high winds. Expect communal shelters to be created for shade or for sleeping if any high winds or sand storms occur.
How fit do I need to be?
You need to be in reasonable good health and fitness for this journey. We’ll be walking about 25 to 30km a day in the morning sun, this is about 3 to 4 hours walk, with pit stops in between to hydrate on water. mint tea and snack of nuts, fruits and dates. We encourage you to walk as much of the route as possible, however, the nomads will offer camel rides during the experience or if you’re getting tired. Though be warned, all the bumping from the camel rides may take a toll on your underside later!
Are there any spiders or snakes in the desert?
There are snakes, spiders and scorpions in the desert, however, they tend to surface more during the hotter summer months and we don't run tours then. Our nomad guides always check each break and camping spot before pitching. They’ve grown up and lived in this landscape since birth, they know what to look out for.
Do I need to purchase travel insurance?
You may purchase your own travel insurance prior to travel. Travel insurance is not included in this package.
Where can I exchange money?
It is advisable to exchange some currency before departure, as exchange rates at Marrakech airport are often higher. If you arrive early on the first day, you may also exchange money after checking into the riad by visiting the nearby Medina. The riad staff will be happy to advise you on reputable exchange locations.nWe recommend carrying some cash for the journey, in case you wish to purchase souvenirs, refreshments, snacks, or small treats along the way.
Are flights included in the price?
Flights are not included in the price. You are just paying for the desert adventure tour package. Check Skyscanner for flights to Marrakech airport. Please make sure you arrive for the correct time and date.
What time should I arrive and is there a pick up from the airport?
Transport is provided on arrival and on departure to the airport, to and from your hotel accommodation in Marrakech. Please aim to arrive in the morning or early afternoon on Day 1. You’ll have more time to spend in the Medina and to exchange currency if required.
You’ll be sent detailed Event Information and be added to the mailing list and Whatsapp Group, prior to travel. We are happy to answer any questions if you have any. Connect with us.
