Camp in the Wild Dunes of Erg El Mhazil
3 days 2 nights
This journey will take you to the vast landscapes of the Iriki National Park from Foum Zguid, providing a complete change of scenery. The program includes the opportunity to admire breathtaking sunsets from the top of the dunes of Erg El Mhazil, enjoy dinners around the campfire, and spend evenings gazing at the brilliantly bright stars in the desert sky. You will also have the chance to take a camel ride in the dunes, followed by a picnic to fully immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness. This trip will allow you to experience the expansive wilderness of the Iriki National Park from Foum Zguid, providing a truly unforgettable experience.
Itinerary
Day 1: Foum Zguid - Erg El Mhazil
Departing from Foum Zguid, we will take the 4x4 track towards the Erg El Mhazil bivouac. We will cross the rocky plains of the Iriki National Park, allowing you to witness the changing landscapes as we cover the kilometers. We will make a stop at an oasis with a breathtaking view of the plateau-shaped mountains and the famous "tajine" mountain. You might even have the chance to see herds of camels gathering around the water well.
Upon arrival at the Erg El Mhazil camp, you will be welcomed with a refreshing cup of tea. Take the opportunity to climb the large dune and admire the sunset and the sea of dunes stretching all around, with the Djebel Bani mountains in the distance. It's a moment of poetry and serenity where time stands still.
Later, you can enjoy a delicious meal prepared by our chef and gather around the campfire. Contemplate the starry sky revealing its most beautiful stars in the silence of the desert. You will spend a peaceful night under the large tents.
Day 2 : Erg El Mhazil
Don't miss the sunrise over the dunes to start your day, enjoying the cool morning breeze followed by a traditional breakfast.
In the morning, accompanied by the camel caravan, we will embark on a walk through the dunes, allowing you to observe the desert's flora and fauna and gain insight into life in these arid spaces. We will have lunch in the heart of the dunes.
In the afternoon, upon returning to the bivouac, you can relax, take a leisurely stroll in the dunes, or simply rest. As evening falls, we will gather around the campfire for a musical time, an important tradition among the nomads. You can then choose to sleep under the tents or under the starry sky, continuing to savor every moment spent in nature.
Day 3 : Erg El Mhazil - Foum Zguid
After a hearty breakfast, we will set off towards Foum Zguid in the 4x4. Along the way, we will make a stop to explore a fossil site, a testimony to the prehistoric era preserved in the rock. We will then cross the vast plains of the dried-up Iriki Lake before reaching the track.
You will leave with memories of majestic landscapes, authentic encounters, and the serenity of the desert.
Rates
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230€ per person (minimum of 2 persons)
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190€ per person for groups of 4 or more
The rate includes accommodation, guide, full board, camel ride, and transportation in a 4x4 vehicle from Foum Zguid.
The rate does not include travel insurance or airfare.