Touareg Horseback Trekking in the Desert of Morocco

Flight to Casablanca, overnight stay in a hotel near the airport (dinner, overnight stay, and flight not included).

Royal Air Maroc flight from Casablanca departing at 7:50 am and arriving in Zagora at 11:05 am (not included, cost approximately €80 round trip); transfer to where the horses are ready to depart. During the desert ride, you'll cross the last mountain range separating you from the Sahara. Following small hairpin bends, you'll reach the summit, where a magnificent panorama awaits. The descent leads to spectacular oases on desert plateaus where only a few acacia trees survive the drought. As you advance south, the first dunes approach, gradually increasing in size. Continuing the ride, you'll encounter vast dune fields with tamarisk trees as you head towards the Draa Valley. Here, you'll find dwellings, palm groves, and ksars (fortified villages). You'll enter the Draa Valley, passing through dunes, plateaus, and gorges, until you reach the heart of the palm groves and oases. Each evening, you'll enjoy the Tuareg way of life as you return to your camp. Dinner and overnight stay in a bivouac.

Royal Air Maroc flight from Zagora in the morning with a stopover in Ouarzazate and arrival in Casablanca, flight and overnight stay not included, in the airport area.

Return flight from Casablanca airport.

For those of you who wish to extend your holiday and return via Marrakech, we will offer you a quote tailored to your needs.

This type of trek enters extremely rural areas, where water is a very precious and rare commodity. Our staff will do everything possible to ensure you have a daily supply for showers, but we rely on your sense of responsibility to avoid waste and your utmost understanding if water is not found in the wells.

During the horse trekking, companions are welcome, they will benefit from the breakfast, lunch and dinner meal services organised for those who will be trekking on horseback and the same bivouac for sleeping.

Touareg Desert Trekking – program for companions

1. Sunday - Arrival in Zagora in the morning, pick-up at the airport in Zagora together with all the participants of the equestrian trek - an off-road vehicle with driver available all day, lunches and dinners with the group, overnight stays in bivouacs

Monday 2nd – Breakfast at the bivouac with the group – Visits and lunch with the group – Visits and dinner and night with the group

3. Tuesday - breakfast at the bivouac with the group - visits and lunch with the group - visits and dinner and night with the group

4. Wednesday - breakfast at the bivouac with the group - visits and lunch with the group - visits and dinner and night with the group

5. Thursday - Breakfast at the bivouac with the group - Visits and lunch with the group - Visits and dinner and night with the group

6. Friday morning return flight. In the event that the off-road vehicle of the companions is unable to reach the lunch point of the horse trekkers on a certain stage, the driver accompanying the off-road vehicle will stop for an alternative lunch break, included in the cost of the fee.

Cost for companions €1,380

Maximum weight allowed: 90kg (the organization reserves the right to deny admission to the trek if undeclared weight exceeds this limit, and no refunds will be given. The health of the horses is a top priority).

Arrival: Saturday international flight arriving in Casablanca - Sunday morning domestic flight Royal Air Maroc Casablanca - Zagora. Departure: Friday morning domestic flight Royal Air Maroc Zagora - Casablanca and Saturday international flight Casablanca to your final destination.

The travel insurance we require must include cancellation coverage if the customer withdraws before the trip for their own reasons. If the customer does not wish to take out this insurance, they may do so, being responsible for the cancellation and the resulting non-refund of travel expenses.

We also require medical coverage during the trip, which is mandatory for trekking bookings. Medical insurance must cover any illness or accident during the trip and include horseback riding as a non-competitive activity.

We can recommend what our customers tell us after many years of trekking. Heymondo offers a single insurance policy that covers both cancellation and accidents, and horseback riding can be included. Our recommendation is based on positive customer reviews. If you have had good experiences with other insurance policies, please let us know.

Please note: insurance must be purchased at the same time as purchasing the horse trekking.

Ranch De Diabat has its own insurance, however each customer is required to have their own.

To participate in our horseback treks, you must be comfortable with the three gaits and already be accustomed to riding. Ideally, you should have already spent a full day on horseback. Therefore, we recommend joining us at the Ranch a few days before the trek, so you can benefit from lessons and determine your riding level. Different riding levels will be managed by multiple guides to ensure enjoyment for every rider, whether beginner or expert.

Accommodation during the horse trek will be in 6-person group tents or, if you prefer, in a 2-person igloo tent.

Your bivouac is equipped with a shower with warm water.

Your meals will be prepared by our chef, who will introduce you to the richness of Moroccan cuisine. The menu takes into account any dietary requirements or allergies of participants, as indicated on the registration form. We also welcome guests who follow a celiac diet. We kindly ask them to bring a packet of pasta and bread for the trek.

It is customary to leave a tip at the end of the trip to the staff who took care of you during the experience, which can vary from 7 to 10% of the value of the trip.

Soft, not rigid, suitcase.

Bring a few t-shirts, some cotton clothes, a long-sleeved shirt to protect against the sun, a fleece to protect against the wind, two or three pairs of riding trousers, and a waterproof poncho.

Jodhpur boots or light hiking shoes (keep in mind that you may have to walk a bit, so the shoes need to be comfortable (not English riding boots), but also non-slip), a pair of gaiters or chaps, your helmet or cap and gloves if you want them.

Don't forget your sleeping bag, flashlight, tissues, underwear, towel, personal hygiene items, and medication to prevent intestinal infections.

Water bottle, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen.

Regarding charging your cell phones and cameras, we recommend bringing a good, fully charged power bank, as charging via the truck won't be available every day.

Each horse is equipped with a trekking saddle and saddlebags to carry your lunch and any personal items you may need for your day's riding. Sensitive riders are advised to wear a sheepskin (not provided by us!) for protection on their saddle. These are readily available at local equestrian shops.