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27 Dec 2026

New Year’s Eve in Morocco from Marrakech

€ 1.350,00

Trip duration

8 days / 7 nights

Tour Language

English, French, Polish

Type of Accommodation

Desert camp, boutique hotel, wild camp

Available Months

December

Perfect for

Couples, groups of friends, families

Tour type

Nature, Culture, Jeep safari

Meals

7 x dinner, 1 x lunch, 7 x breakfast

Difficulty Level

Tour description

27.12.2026 – 3.01.2027

No fireworks – only sky full of stars.
No noise – just the rhythm of drums and the crackle of flames.
Instead of rush – the peace and silence of the desert.

Leave the world behind and enjoy a pure, authentic experience.

During this unique journey, you’ll discover the many faces of southern Morocco. You’ll spend two days in Marrakech, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Ben Haddou, cross the High Atlas Mountains, travel through the Draa Valley and spectacular gorges before reaching the heart of the Sahara.

The highlight of the trip will be New Year’s Eve among the majestic dunes of Erg Chigaga – around a campfire, accompanied by nomadic music beneath a sky full of stars.

We’ll welcome the New Year by crossing the wild desert landscapes along the legendary Paris-Dakar route, before ending the day relaxing at a charming hotel with a swimming pool.

Journey highlights

2 nights in a charming riad in Marrakech
Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Aït Ben Haddou
Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains and the Draa Valley
Hiking in the Dades Gorge
Overnight stay at Desert Camp Chraika
New Year’s Eve among the majestic dunes of Erg Chigaga
Two-day 4×4 desert safari
Camel ride across the dunes
Meeting with local nomads
Traditional cooking workshops – baking bread in the sand and preparing tagines over an open fire
Drive along the legendary Paris-Dakar route and across the dried-up Lake Iriki
Relaxation at a hotel with a swimming pool at the end of the desert adventure

What you’ll see during the trip

Desert off-road

Endless sandy tracks, rocky plains and the thrill of driving through true desert wilderness.

Foum Zguid

A quiet desert town surrounded by palm groves, sandy plains and the peaceful rhythm of oasis life.

Private bivouac among the dunes

A secluded desert camp nestled between towering dunes, perfect for stargazing and silent desert nights.

Draa Valley

The Draa Valley is one of Morocco’s most scenic regions, known for its vast palm groves, traditional mud-brick kasbahs and ksars, set against a dramatic desert landscape.

Argan cooperatives

A chance to see how argan oil is traditionally made and meet the women working in local cooperatives.

Berber villages

Traditional mountain settlements with stone houses, narrow paths and welcoming local families.

Activities during the trip

Stargazing

Far from city lights, the sky opens up completely. You’ll see the Milky Way glowing above you and constellations shining with incredible clarity.

Shopping for local handicrafts

Taroudant’s souks are full of color and craftsmanship. Expect fragrant spice stalls, handwoven carpets, and beautiful artisanal pieces at every corner.

Searching for desert fossils

Wandering through rocky desert landscapes, you can find ancient fossils hidden in the ground — remnants of a prehistoric ocean, millions of years old.

Meeting with nomads

Meet nomadic families who welcome travelers with warm smiles, mint tea, and stories of life lived in harmony with the desert.

New Year’s Eve dinner by the campfire with drum music

A New Year’s Eve celebration by the campfire, under the stars, with desert drums — a magical way to welcome the new year.

Walk across Jemaa el-Fna Square

Jemaa el-Fna is Marrakesh in its most vibrant form — snake charmers, musicians, sizzling street food, and a buzzing energy that fills the entire square.

Tour itinerary

Explore the day-by-day itinerary of your tour, including the route, activities and key stops along the way.

Departure from Marrakech

Check out the menu we’ve prepared for you

Meals during the tour include carefully selected dishes prepared from fresh, local ingredients. Each day, participants can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner that combine traditional regional flavors with light, balanced cuisine. This way, your journey becomes not only an adventure but also a culinary experience.

Eggs on tomatoes
Moroccan pancakes: baghrir i msemen. Baghrir — “thousand-hole pancakes”. Msemen — thin, buttery pancakes folded into a square. They are typically served with honey, butter, jam or olive oil.
Classic Moroccan breakfast breads
Olive oil
Date spread
Confitures
Chocolate spread
Moroccan green tea
Coffee
Orange juice

Moroccan salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and coriander
Grilled chicken or beef brochettes or lentil dahl / stewed white beans in tomato sauce
Berber bread
Olives
Oranges or fruit salad for dessert
Mint tea / Berber whisky

Traditional couscous
Rafissa
Pastilla
Bissara

What’s included in the price

Transportation by air-conditioned minibus throughout the journey
Transportation by Toyota Land Cruiser 4×4 vehicles during the desert section
Airport transfers
2 nights in a boutique riad in Marrakech
1 night in a boutique hotel in Aït Ben Haddou
1 night in a boutique hotel in Tinghir
1 night at Desert Camp Chraika
1 night in a private wild camp among the dunes of Erg Chigaga
1 night at a hotel with a swimming pool in Foum Zguid
All necessary camping equipment: tents, mattresses, warm blankets, carpets, kitchen
Daily breakfasts and dinners
New Year's Eve dinner among the dunes
Drinks and snacks during the desert section
Camel ride
Travel insurance (medical expenses and accident insurance)
Contributions to the Polish Travel Guarantee Fund (TFG) and Travel Assistance Fund (TFP)

What’s not included in the price

Tips
Drinking water and lunches outside of the desert section of the journey
Any entrance fees or guide fees at points of interest along the route

Where you’ll stay

Discover the places where you’ll unwind after a day full of adventure — from wild desert camps to luxurious stays under the stars.

Desert Camp Chraika

Desert Camp Chraika is a comfortable, intimate desert camp featuring spacious tents with beds and bathrooms, hot showers, and evening gatherings around the fire with live music, located about 60 km from the famous Erg Chigaga dunes.

Boutique riads (guesthouses)

3- or 4-star Moroccan riads and cozy guesthouses with comfortable, air-conditioned rooms. Great option for travellers who seek atmospheric accommodation, easy access to main attractions, and a relaxed, local flavour with friendly service.

Wild Camp

Guides choose the best place to camp depending on the weather, wind direction, terrain, availability of firewood, and the position of the sun (shade). The camp consists of a kitchen tent and participant tents — either large nomadic tents that can accommodate up to 4 people or classic smaller tents.

FAQ

Reviews from our guests

We were extremely satisfied with the quality of the service. From the help and advice we received while planning our itinerary, through the friendly and welcoming approach of the team, to the comfort and the wonderful time we had during the trip, everything exceeded our expectations.

Jakub Paszek

We hope to return one day and spend more days in this amazing environment with even more amazing people and food 🤍

Mariola, Poland

Being so close to the unearthly nature of the desert while enjoying the comfort of a camp simply represents the best of both worlds.

Paul, Netherlands

Our experience at Agata & Mohammed appeared to become the best experience we had in our entire trip to Morocco.

Aleksei, Kazakhstan

This place is an absolute gem! The hospitality of the family that works here is beyond outstanding. They make you feel at home, and introduce you to an experience that is nothing short of magical.

Olivia, USA

Mohamed and Agata’s desert oasis was nothing short of visually spectacular, and completely comfortable. We had an experience that words cannot do justice, you’ll just have to see for yourself.

Erin, USA

As other reviews say, think no more – you’ve found your place to stay in the Sahara. The stay was surprisingly comfortable – a hot shower, wifi and comfortable beds were more than we expected.

Madara, Latvia

…Your desert story starts here! The most beautiful camp and also very comfortable with everything you need. Beautiful dunes where you can walk all day.

Pia, Germany

The place is magical, the catering on site is excellent! I had an excellent stay, my head still in the stars. The experience in the desert was exceptional.

Julie, France

A fabulous desert camp far enough away from the village to be isolated, yet accessible by a hire car. Great dinner and a lovely communal chill out area for day time.

Dave, UK

This place is just magic! Beautiful landscape, great food and very friendly, welcoming hosts :) it’s away from other dwellings, so quiet and peaceful. I could truly experience the desert.

Jacek, Poland

The whole site is beautifully presented and the room is clean and spacious. It is remarkable what has been achieved in desert surroundings. Both Agata and Moha are extremely kind and friendly.

Liz, UK

Beautiful camp with stunning sights. Agata, Mohamed and their staff were very friendly and welcoming. They cooked the best tajine we had on our whole trip.

Finn, Germany

About your tour guide

Agata Orowiecka-Khidouma

Trip leader & co-founder of Desert Stories

Cultural anthropologist, co-founder of Desert Stories and trip leader. Agata has been living between Morocco and Poland since 2015, exploring its deserts, mountains and places far from the usual routes. She loves sharing Morocco through its people, landscapes and everyday life. For Agata, the best journeys are not about how much you see, but how deeply you experience it.