New Year's Eve in Nature in the Heart of the Desert
Celebrate New Year's Eve under the stars of the Sahara, in the heart of the dunes of Erg Chegaga
Duration
8 days
From
€750/pers.
Ideal seasons
Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec
Style
Guided tour
Comfort
rustique
Travelers
Couple, With friends, Solo, groupe
The spirit of travel
Morocco, a North African country, is a tourist destination that offers many natural, architectural and cultural sites. Our team of experts, Hors Circuit, proposes a tour with the objective of spending New Year's Eve in nature, in the heart of the Moroccan desert. A particular way to welcome the New Year.
Departing from Agadir, this circuit takes us through the Atlas and the Drâa valley to the great dunes of Erg Chegaga. Between palm groves, kasbahs, oases and desert landscapes, we discover the different facets of southern Morocco. Several activities punctuate the stay: camel trekking, initiation into survival techniques, hiking and 4x4 driving in the dunes.
New Year's Eve takes place in the heart of the desert around a special dinner, accompanied by entertainment and local artists. The journey continues through Lake Iriki, Tissint and Tata, before returning to Agadir through the landscapes of the Anti-Atlas.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Agadir-Taroudant
We arrive at the airport in Agadir.
According to our flight schedule, we can reach Taroudant the same day.
Once there, we will already enjoy a relaxing moment at the swimming pool of our hotel.
A simple dinner takes place in a medina so we can taste some typical Moroccan dishes: tagine, couscous and kebab.
We are accommodated in Taroudant in a comfortable place, with a swimming pool.
Drâa Valley
To reach the Drâa Valley, we drive the scenic road through the Atlas.
We will have a picnic in a palm grove during the lunch break.
Besides landscapes of great beauty, particularly over vast palm groves, we can also visit ksour or kasbah, citadels of Berber architecture.
We sleep in a comfortable hotel with a swimming pool in Zagora.
Mhamid
Zagora → Erg Chegaga
On-site, we are offered a day with à la carte activities: relaxation at the hotel pool, visit to a house-museum, weekly souk…
For lunch, we picnic on the banks of the wadi in the village of Mhamid. An opportunity as well to enjoy a picturesque panorama.
We jump aboard a 4x4 to head towards the Erg Chegaga, one of the two great ergs of the Sahara. It is located 50 kilometers west of Mhamid.
In the heart of the erg dunes, we can finally set up our isolated camp.
A good meal is prepared for us in the middle of nature before enjoying the starry sky and a good campfire.
Erg Chegaga
There will be a fun introduction to desert survival techniques and many other interesting games especially if your children participate in the trip.
Then, we have a picnic in the sand before preparing for a great walk.
To reach the top of the highest dune, we can organize a camel ride.
An breathtaking view of the entire sand sea opens up to us, as we gain altitude.
We will mark the arrival of the New Year with a special dinner, an evening animated by local artists and a night under the stars in the heart of this desert.
Erg Chegaga
Tired from the festivities of the previous day, we can enjoy a lie-in with breakfast served in bed.
Still in the heart of the erg Chegaga, we will have brunch in the shade of the tamarisks.
With our bellies full, we begin the second part of desert survival techniques or any other fun activity organized in agreement with you.
We organize a ride at the end of the afternoon so you can admire the magnificent sunset in the erg of Chegaga.
Always in this natural sanctuary, we set up our camp before enjoying an Indian dinner (for a change from tagines!).
Lake Iriki and M'Douar Oasis
Erg Chegaga → Lac Iriki
In the morning, we are free to rest or choose between activities we can do in the Chegaga erg.
We have a picnic for lunch. Then, your organizer will introduce you to 4x4 driving in the dune fields.
The journey continues by crossing the Iriki lake dried up, where you will certainly be able to discover many mirages.
For dinner, we taste some Berber dishes with a small cooking class.
The bivouac takes place in a dream oasis facing beautiful rock formations.
Tata
We leave the oasis to drive through the hamada, a rocky, elevated and desert plateau.
A pleasant stop at Tissint to attempt a dive in beautiful cool waterfalls and to hike through a stunning gorge dotted with palm trees.
After lunch, we take the road to Tata, where we dine and sleep comfortably in a hotel that has a swimming pool.
Tata-Agadir
This circuit in the southern part of Maroc ends with the transfer to Agadir airport via a scenic road through the Anti-Atlas.
Price per person
Indicative price per person, based on double room. Each trip is customized according to your preferences.
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- The flight balls
Included
- 4x4 Rental with Driver and Fuel
- the tour guide
- the accommodation
- complete restoration
- the drinks
- the special New Year's Eve meal
- the camel ride
- the excursions
- entrances to sites
- the hammam and the massage
- the orchestra
- the activities
- airport transfers
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
- Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
- Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
The information below concerns travelers who are nationals of the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland and Canada traveling to Morocco for a tourist stay. Entry rules may change, so we recommend verifying this information with the official authorities before your departure.
Passport
To enter Morocco, your passport must be valid for the entire duration of your stay and include at least one blank page for immigration stamps.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn or altered pages).
Nationals of certain EEA countries may enter Morocco with a valid national identity card in accordance with applicable bilateral agreements. However, it is advisable to travel with a valid passport to avoid any inconvenience.
Tourist stay without visa
Nationals of the European Economic Area, Switzerland and Canada benefit from a visa exemption for tourist stays.
This exemption allows a stay of up to 90 days from the date of entry into Moroccan territory. Beyond this period, authorization of stay must be requested from the Moroccan authorities.
The authorities may also request:
an outbound ticket (return or onward flight),
proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of the stay,
proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation from a private individual).
Health and vaccinations
No vaccination is mandatory to enter Morocco from the EEA, Switzerland or Canada. However, it is recommended to ensure that routine vaccinations are up to date (diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, hepatitis A).
It is advisable to consult a doctor or vaccination center before departure, particularly for stays in rural areas or remote regions.
Traveling with children
Minors must hold their own valid passport covering the duration of the stay.
In certain European countries, when a minor travels without one of their parents, an authorization to leave the territory may be required according to the regulations of the country of residence. The Moroccan authorities may also request documentation in case of travel with a single parent or a third party.
Other nationalities
Entry conditions may vary depending on nationality. Travelers concerned should inquire with the embassy or consulate of Morocco in their country of residence.
To participate in our trips, it is strongly recommended to have evacuation assistance and foreign medical expense coverage.
Your local agency encourages you to review the specific policy developed with our partner CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To subscribe to an insurance plan, learn about coverage and rates, follow the link below.
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Specific to our trips, we strongly recommend subscribing to them.
If you choose to subscribe to one of these plans, the policy detailing all coverage and claim declaration procedures is available on the insurer's website.
Your local agency will be aware of it, but only the participant is responsible for complying with the claim declaration procedures. The participant must therefore keep this policy with them throughout their trip.
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Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insuranceFrequently asked questions
You can stay in Morocco without a visa. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your entry. These conditions have been stable for a long time, but always confirm with the Moroccan consulate or embassy competent for your nationality before booking your trip.
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For a quality tailor-made trip, expect between €150 and €260 per day and per person, including accommodation (riads, kasbahs), meals, internal transfers and activities. International flights (€200-450 return) are additional. Morocco offers excellent value for money in its charming riads.
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Absolutely. We adapt each circuit to your travel profile. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, fun and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our local English-speaking guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate anecdotes.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, budget and dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until you reach the perfect version. You confirm and travel with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) guarantee which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on the ground throughout your stay.
Let's talk about your adventure — Southern Desert
Saharan trails companion, based in Taroudant
What I love about travel is that moment when you leave the obvious path. That's when the landscape shifts, but more importantly, so does your perspective.
— Luc
