16 women can register for this exceptional journey !

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"Under the Stars of the Desert"​​​​​

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Flight Information
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9 April : Charleroi 10u55 – Marrakech 13u30

16 April : Marrakech 06u00 – Charleroi 10u30

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Program

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Day 1 -  9 April

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Departure in the morning with a flight from Charleroi to Marrakech. Upon arrival, a minibus transfer will take us toward Zagora.
The route leads across the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2,260m), offering panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains and traditional Berber villages.
We will stop in Ouarzazate for a visit to the historic Taourirt Kasbah.
Lunch will be provided en route.
Arrival in the late afternoon/evening at the permanent Tizi Desert Camp. Traditional Moroccan dinner and overnight stay in tents. In the evening: campfire with Tuareg music and an introduction to the local way of life.​

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Day 2 - 10 April

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After breakfast, we continue our journey through the Draa Valley toward M’Hamid, with stops along the way in Tamegroute, Tagounite, and Oualad Driss.

We visit the Zaouia of Sidi Ahmed Ben Nasser, renowned for its centuries‑old manuscripts and Quranic school. Lunch will be hosted by a local family, followed by a visit to the regional museum. In the afternoon, we travel by camel into the dunes of Erg Lihoudi.

Arrival at the camp, dinner, and overnight stay in nomadic tents.

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Day 3 - 11 April

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We travel by caravan across the Draa Hamada, walking part of the route alongside the camels, accompanied by a team of experienced camel guides. Lunch is served beneath the tamarisk trees in the desert.

In the afternoon, the mobile desert camp is set up, after which there is time to settle into the silence and vastness of the landscape. After sunset, we experience a spiritual moment of connection beneath the stars — a serene and meaningful encounter that reveals the essence of the desert.

Dinner is followed by an evening and night program featuring traditional Gnawa music, complemented by an interactive percussion session and workshop with djembé drums and tam‑tam percussion. Through musical initiation, live demonstrations, and shared rhythms, an intense and unifying experience unfolds under the night sky.

Overnight stay in the mobile desert camp.​​​

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Day 4 - 12 April

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After an early departure, we say farewell to the camel team. A 4x4 transfer takes us to the impressive Chegaga dunes, with lunch served en route in the heart of the desert.

Upon arrival at the permanent Chegaga camp, we take part in a special Imzad & percussion workshop. A local female imzad player and a percussionist introduce us to traditional rhythms, call‑and‑response singing, and the cultural significance behind the songs. The Imzad tradition within Tuareg communities is recognized on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

After sunset, a traditional Ghayta and vocal performance follows. Female singers and male percussionists together create a powerful, festive Moroccan ambiance that brings the desert night to life.

Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.​​​​

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Day 5 - 13 April

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This day offers a half‑day of free time in the surroundings of the Chegaga dunes.

We visit nomadic families and enjoy lunch in the heart of the untouched desert.

Overnight stay in an authentic Chegaga camp.

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Day 6 - 14 April

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Early departure to experience the sunrise over the dunes. Afterwards, we return by 4x4 to Zagora via ancient caravan routes.

Arrival in Zagora in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Zagora.

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Day 7- 15 April

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After breakfast, we depart toward Ouarzazate. Along the way, we visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Aït Ben Haddou. Lunch will be provided en route. We then continue our journey to Marrakech.

In the afternoon, there is free time to explore the city and shop for souvenirs. Dinner and overnight stay in a traditional riad in Marrakech.​​

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Day 8 - 16 April

Early departure from the riad and transfer to Marrakech Airport.

Departure with the morning flight to Charleroi.

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Cost of the journey : 2.330€
 

What is included ?

• Round‑trip flight Charleroi – Marrakech (backpack + 10 kg luggage)

• All transfers and transportation on site

• Accommodation as outlined in the program

• Meals and drinking water

• Guidance by local guides and drivers

• Spiritual guidance by Iris

• Visits and activities as specified in the program

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What is not included?

• Lunch on Day 1 and Day 7

• Dinner on Day 7

• Drinks

• Personal expenses and souvenirs

• Travel and cancellation insurance

• Additional 20 kg luggage (to be booked separately)

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This journey is organized in collaboration with “Travelatelier Verbeken”

(photos available in the brochure)

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Information & Registration

Register promptly to secure the flight prices currently available. At the time of registration, we will verify whether the flights are still offered at the same fare.