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Explore the oases and ksour around Erfoud

A day among palm groves, earthen settlements and mineral landscapes without repeating the Erg Chebbi dune experience.

Desert5–8 hours
Explore the oases and ksour around Erfoud
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What this experience reveals

The route uses Erfoud as a cultural and geographical gateway. It separates oases, ksour and local stone work from promises of an instant desert experience.

Documented highlights

  1. Oases
  2. Ksour
  3. Mineral landscape
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Erfoud: Gateway to the Sahara Desert and Morocco’s Fossil Capital

Welcome to Erfoud, a town located in southeastern Morocco, renowned as a gateway to the desert and for its wealth of fossils. Erfoud offers visitors a unique experience, combining the beauty of desert landscapes with the fascination of geological discoveries. In this article, we invite you to explore Erfoud’s natural wonders, immerse yourself in the desert atmosphere and discover the fossil treasures for which this region is renowned.The Merzouga dunes:Erfoud is located near the famous Merzouga dunes, known for their spectacular beauty. These golden sand dunes offer breathtaking landscapes, and you can explore them by camel, 4x4 or even on foot. Let yourself be captivated by the serenity of the desert, watch the…

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Discover Erg Chebbi responsibly

Desert1–2 days

Editorial preparation for discovering the Erg Chebbi dunes from Merzouga while respecting the desert environment.

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