• Horseback riding in the Sahara Desert - New Year's Special
  • Horseback riding in the Sahara Desert - New Year's Special
  • Horseback riding in the Sahara Desert - New Year's Special
  • Horseback riding in the Sahara Desert - New Year's Special
  • Horseback riding in the Sahara Desert - New Year's Special
Ouarzazate

Horseback riding in the Sahara Desert - New Year's Special

Réf : JALWSC

In summary

  • Sports
    Horseback riding
  • Duration
    8 days
  • Level
    Confirmed

    Levels

    Horseback riding
    Beginner
    A ride accessible to everyone—ideal for beginners and families—with no requirement to canter.
    Intermediate
    For those who know how to trot and are in good physical condition. You hold a Galop 1/2 (or equivalent level) but do not necessarily ride on a very regular basis.
    Confirmed
    For those who are balanced and proficient at all three gaits. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 6 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 3/4 certification or an equivalent level.
    Advanced
    For riders who are balanced at all three gaits and capable of riding across all types of terrain. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 7 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 5/6 certification or an equivalent level of proficiency.
    Expert
    For independent riders accustomed to riding at all three gaits over varied terrain for several hours a day over multiple days. The route may include challenging sections (stony ground, steep gradients). You hold a Galop 7 qualification or an equivalent level of ability.
  • Destination
    Atlas Mountains / Ouarzazate
  • Age
    From 16 - 90 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    186.78 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    French
    English
    German

In a few words

Embark on a horseback adventure to discover the Great South of Morocco and the Sahara Desert ! Our guide will lead you to admire the dunes, oases, palm groves, and kasbahs . This adventure will take you in the footsteps of the nomadic peoples who still roam these lands steeped in history, with a cavalcade composed mainly of Barb and Arabian stallions—sure-footed, energetic, calm, and enduring. In the evenings, nights spent camping under the starry desert sky offer a complete escape, for a unique and timeless experience.

The highlights

  • The varied and unique landscapes of the Moroccan Sahara
  • Nights camping in the desert
  • The cavalry of superb Arabian stallions, calm, sure-footed and cooperative
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Sport

Level

Horseback riding

Confirmed

Levels

Horseback riding
Beginner
A ride accessible to everyone—ideal for beginners and families—with no requirement to canter.
Intermediate
For those who know how to trot and are in good physical condition. You hold a Galop 1/2 (or equivalent level) but do not necessarily ride on a very regular basis.
Confirmed
For those who are balanced and proficient at all three gaits. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 6 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 3/4 certification or an equivalent level.
Advanced
For riders who are balanced at all three gaits and capable of riding across all types of terrain. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 7 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 5/6 certification or an equivalent level of proficiency.
Expert
For independent riders accustomed to riding at all three gaits over varied terrain for several hours a day over multiple days. The route may include challenging sections (stony ground, steep gradients). You hold a Galop 7 qualification or an equivalent level of ability.
For those who are balanced and proficient at all three gaits. You must be able to spend the day engaged in an outdoor sporting activity (up to 6 hours a day). You ride regularly and hold a Galop 3/4 certification or an equivalent level.

In figures

Horseback riding

  • Average duration/day: 5h30

Management

During this stay, a supervisor will be present to guide and assist you.
Languages ​​spoken:
French
English
German
Supervisor
Your guide has unparalleled experience in horseback riding in Morocco. He knows the terrain like the back of his hand and never tires of exploring the trails to show you the most beautiful "jewels" of his country.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
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    Arrival in Ouarzazate

    • Accommodation 2-star hotel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner included

    Flight to Ouarzazate (included on request), airport pick-up, transfer to the hotel located in the city centre. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    Day 1

Note

The itinerary of our programs is provided for informational purposes only. It may be subject to modifications or adjustments based on technical criteria, safety requirements, or prevailing weather conditions. In such cases, only the program leaders are authorized to make the necessary decisions.

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.
🏨 2-star hotel - Day 1 and 7
Nights are spent camping. A large, typical Moroccan mess tent is set up, along with two individual tents. These can be high tents, large enough to stand in, or igloo tents. Foam mattresses are provided. A shower tent is available if you wish, with water heated by a wood fire. The logistics team sets up the camp before your arrival, and the cook prepares traditional Moroccan dishes for you each evening.

Conditions in Morocco may sometimes require our partner to make certain sacrifices, such as conserving water and limiting its consumption in desert regions. These are never major sacrifices, and this is the attitude expected of us by the local population.
⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 6
Nights are spent camping. A large, typical Moroccan mess tent is set up, along with two individual tents. These can be high tents, large enough to stand in, or igloo tents. Foam mattresses are provided. A shower tent is available if you wish, with water heated by a wood fire. The logistics team sets up the camp before your arrival, and the cook prepares traditional Moroccan dishes for you each evening.

Conditions in Morocco may sometimes require our partner to make certain sacrifices, such as conserving water and limiting its consumption in desert regions. These are never major sacrifices, and this is the attitude expected of us by the local population.

Access

Departure
Ouarzazate
Day 1
End of stay
Ouarzazate
Day 8
The stay ends on day 8, after breakfast. Departure is at the time of your choice.

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport de Ouarzazat
Here are the routes we recommend for traveling to Ouarzazate from Saturday to Saturday: From Paris CDG: Flights with a stopover on Royal Air Maroc or Transavia. From Brussels, Lyon, Nice, Toulouse, Geneva, Orly: Flights with a stopover on Royal Air Maroc or Iberia. From Marseille: Direct flights on Ryanair.
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Price details

The price includes

  • Transfers to and from Ouarzazate airport
  • Horseback riding as described in the program
  • Full board from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 8
  • The financial guarantee of the deposited funds from our partner

The price does not include

  1. Air transport
  2. Alcoholic beverages and drinks outside of meals (sodas, beers)
  3. Optional extensions, tours or activities
  4. Tips and personal expenses
  5. Individual travel insurance for the rider
  6. Transfers between Marrakech and Ouarzazate (to (Pre-book in advance, and pay on site directly to your guide):
  7. Taxi (maximum 4 seats): €100 per trip per car
  8. Minibus (maximum 9 seats): €150 per trip per car
  9. Single room supplement: + €125, valid only for hotel nights on days 1 and 7 (payable in advance)
  10. FFE rider's license: annual insurance: €50 / "Green" card valid for 30 days: €15 (to be requested when booking)

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

Equipment

Equipment to bring

  • Sleeping bag (and for those who are more prepared, a silk sleeping bag liner for extra warmth) labeled down to 5°C for the period from March to October and down to 0°C for winter
  • Pair of good quality sunglasses
  • Headlamp or flashlight

Clothing to bring

  • Riding breeches, mini-chaps
  • Helmet or bomb
  • Comfortable shoes for horseback riding and walking
  • Windbreaker/jacket: evenings can be cool due to the altitude (approximately 2000 meters)
  • A complete and warm rain suit (rain can occur at any time of the season)
  • A scarf or cheche to protect oneself from the sand if it's windy
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