Trekking, Photography & Wildlife Tour – Southern Morocco

This Trekking, Photography & Wildlife Tour from Ouarzazate to Marrakech offers a deep and authentic exploration of Southern Morocco, combining Sahara trekking, remote landscapes, and cultural discovery. Designed for travelers who enjoy slow travel and nature, the journey takes you from the cinematic landscapes of Ouarzazate to the wild dunes of Erg Chegaga, then across the little-visited regions of Tata, Tafraout, and Taroudant, before crossing the spectacular Tizi n’Test Pass into Marrakech.

Guided by experienced local nomads and regional guides, this tour blends desert trekking, wildlife observation, and photography-focused experiences. You will walk through untouched desert terrain, explore palm-filled oases, discover Anti-Atlas rock formations, and capture dramatic light, textures, and landscapes far from mass tourism. Nights are spent in traditional desert camps and charming guesthouses, offering comfort, authenticity, and meaningful connection with local communities. This eco-friendly journey is ideal for photographers, hikers, and travelers seeking a true off-the-beaten-path Morocco experience.

Depart from Ouarzazate and travel south through the scenic Draa Valley, famous for palm groves, kasbahs, and river oases—excellent for landscape and cultural photography. Arrive in M’Hamid, the last village before the Sahara. Meet your local nomad team and prepare for the desert journey.

Overnight in a guesthouse or desert-edge camp.

Begin your Sahara trekking experience, walking with nomads and camels across stone desert, dry riverbeds, and rising dunes. The slow pace allows time for photography, observation, and silence. Arrive at the majestic dunes of Erg Chegaga, the largest and wildest dune system in Morocco.

Sunset photography from high dunes. Overnight in a desert camp.

A full day dedicated to trekking deeper into the Sahara. Walk across untouched dunes and open desert plains, guided by experienced nomads who understand the land and its rhythms. Lunch under an acacia tree, followed by free time for photography or rest.

Second night in a wild desert bivouac.

Leave the desert by 4×4, crossing the vast dry basin of Lake Iriki, a remote area rich in geological formations and seasonal wildlife. Continue toward Tata, a little-visited region known for palm oases, rock formations, and pre-Saharan biodiversity.

Overnight in a guesthouse or eco-lodge.

Travel into the heart of the Anti-Atlas Mountains, discovering dramatic granite landscapes, remote Berber villages, and hidden valleys. Arrive in Tafraout, surrounded by pink granite rock formations and almond groves.

Free time for short walks and sunset photography.

Explore the beautiful Aït Mansour Valley, one of the greenest valleys in southern Morocco, perfect for walking and photography among palm groves and cliffs. Continue to Taroudant, often called “Little Marrakech,” surrounded by impressive ramparts.

Overnight in a riad.

Depart Taroudant and cross the spectacular Tizi n’Test Pass, one of Morocco’s most scenic mountain roads. Stop at panoramic viewpoints and remote villages along the way. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon. End of the tour.