Discover sweeping dunes, sparkling night skies and ancient Amazigh culture in the Sahara Desert.
Journey into the heart of the Sahara where a sea of wind-whipped sand stretches for what looks like forever. We like to explore the Sahara the Intrepid way. We're talking sunset camel rides, getting lost in the narrow streets of an ancient citadel, exchanging stories over mint tea with a local Amazigh family and feasting on Moroccan food in a desert camp. Heed the call of the dunes and join us on a bucket-list North African adventure.
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Enjoy a sunset camel ride
Aside from your feet, there’s only one way to get around in the Sahara (hint: they have long legs, humped backs and elongated necks). Enjoy a sunset camel ride across the shifting red sand dunes with a local guide. This is the most magical time of the day to witness the dunes as the golden hour light hits the sand and sets off dramatic hues of red and gold.
Hike through Todra Gorge
The best way to explore the red-hued canyon walls that tower over the winding Todra River is with your feet. The surrounding peaks and the famous Rose Valley in the distance make a spectacular setting for a hike, and with Amazigh villages dotted along the trail, there’ll be plenty of opportunities to quench your thirst with a mint tea and enjoy a lunch in a traditional mudbrick kasbah.
Learn how to make medfouna
Learn how to make medfouna (also called 'Amazigh pizza'), a traditional stuffed bread of the nomadic peoples of the High Atlas. It’s made by filling flatbread with meat (usually beef or lamb), onions, herbs and spices and baked in a fire pit until the crust is crispy. Once traditionally prepared by women to feed local farm workers, this hearty delicacy is a great introduction to the cuisine of the desert region.
Sleep under the stars
Camp at the edge of the Sahara Desert in a comfy camp where you’ll sleep under the glittering night sky. With a delicious Moroccan feast for dinner, the chance to learn how to play some traditional Moroccan instruments and the ambient sounds of the desert breeze to sing you to sleep, this is an unforgettable camping experience.
Explore Aït Benhaddou
This ancient hilltop citadel remains almost untouched since the 11th century and walking around it feels like stepping back in time. The clay kasbah was once an important site on the caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakesh. You may even recognise it from Game of Thrones and Gladiator. Explore the labyrinth of narrow streets and passages and hike to the top of the hill for an epic view.
Enjoy tea with an Amazigh family
Some of the best conversations happen over a cuppa. Learn about the way of life for Morocco’s Indigenous people as you sip on cups of sweet mint tea with a local Amazigh family. Nestled in the Dades Valley, the village is set against the breathtaking backdrop of the surrounding mountains and the famous Rose Valley. This is the Morocco most visitors don’t get the chance to see.
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Neil · Traveled April 2024
We’re usually independent travellers but were apprehensive about tackling Egypt on our own. An Intrepid small group tour gave us the best of both worlds - avoiding a big coach tour but having the organisation taken care of. Excellent!
Review submitted 25 Apr 2024Essential Egypt
Jason · Traveled April 2024
The tour covers everything you could want to see in Egypt and our tour guide Wael was exceptional. 10/10, would recommend.
Review submitted 25 Apr 2024Essential Egypt
Solana · Traveled April 2024
I booked this tour with my friend. We are both well traveled and this was our first time using a tour group. This totally changed our prospective of guided group travel. This tour surpassed all of our expectations. Loved how well planned this was with consistent direction and low stress. We felt extremely safe the entire time. Our tour guide was Wael Ali. Not only was he extremely organized and well educated on Egyptian history, he also provided lots of laughs and good vibes! This was a once in a lifetime experience. Hands down the highlight of the trip is the felucca!
Review submitted 25 Apr 2024Egypt Adventure
Rosa · Traveled April 2024
It was my first time en Egypt and intrepid made this experience Unforgettable, as the name said this is an intrepid adventure so be prepared for things that perhaps will not meet your expectations but this is not a five star hotel experience, this will be a life experience.
Review submitted 24 Apr 2024Premium Egypt
Margot · Traveled April 2024
Intrepid as always provided a great service, both in planning and backroom staff, and our superb tour leader Mariam. Professional, charming and talented. We had a great time. Not my first or last trip with this company.
Review submitted 23 Apr 2024Sahara Desert travel FAQs
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