On-the-ground planning in Sahara
Camel treks are short photo rides versus multi-hour crossings—language should be precise. Stars are stunning; sleep quality depends on camp tier.
Transfers should account for prayer times, heat breaks, and whether old quarters are vehicle-free. Desert or wadi add-ons need camp tier photos and honest drive durations from Sahara.
When to go
October–April; summer heat is extreme.
Areas worth knowing
- Merzouga dunes
- Erg Chebbi access