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Camels in the Moroccan Desert: A Fascinating Encounter

Embarking on a Moroccan desert tour guarantees a captivating encounter with the emblematic camels. As you venture into the heart of the Moroccan Desert, these majestic creatures will grace your path. Amidst their natural habitat, you’ll witness camels engaged in various roles: transporting goods with unwavering diligence, exuding an air of purposeful labour, and patiently awaiting the opportunity to offer you a memorable camel riding experience.

Discovering the Majestic Presence of Camels

The thing about camels is they are in fact more intimidating up close than they are on a television screen. Camels, whether they have one hump or two, are pretty large. And they are not like dogs who endear themselves to you. Camels are aloof, they are proud, and there are those who think they are arrogant!

Mounting a Camel: An Unforgettable Experience Assisted by Guides

Actually, camels are fascinating creatures. Firstly, if you get to ride a camel in Morocco , and we really suggest you do, you will have assistance. Camels kneel down for you to mount them and it’s an easy process but it can be a bit unnerving. A guide will always be there to keep the camel in place, and to help you get up. Once you’re up, it’s a bit like balancing on a horse. There’s a hump for you to hold, and of course, there are reins too so you can balance and feel secure.

Exploring the Desert: Spectacular Scenery and Nomadic Feel

Riding through the desert on a camel is incredible. You feel like a Bedouin or a Nomad. The scenery is amazing – red sand, dunes for miles, the dark blue sky, and unless you ride to an oasis which you may well do, there is nothing around. Of course, when you do a camel desert safari, there is in fact plenty around, you just don’t see it easily. Guides carry delicious snacks, drinks and will set up camp for you in a shady spot (tea stop, water stop, lunch stop) in a luxurious and adventurous manner. You may be going for an hour ride, a half-day ride, or on an overnight safari. There are many options for our Moroccan camel tours, and they are all amazing.

The Amazing Adaptations of Camels: Survival in the Desert

A group of camels is called a caravan of camels, and we have all seen photographs as they walk through the desert in a long line, sometimes up to 1000 camels at once. Camels were used as carriers of goods, including salt, cotton, tea and gold, and were an important part of the Trans-Saharan trade route. Their specially adapted body features, eyes, eyelids and hair, protect them from the sun and they can walk for days without water. Their humps are filled with fat, not water as previously thought, which will keep them going for days.

Leisurely Camel Rides: Capturing Memories in the Desert Landscapes

While camels can demonstrate swiftness, your journey atop them during a Morocco camel tour unfolds slowly and leisurely so the journey is safe and you can take in the beautiful desert landscapes. Give your camera to the guide so he can get good pics of you perched on top of a camel, and don’t forget to dress appropriately. Long pants so your legs don’t get scratched, a long sleeved shirt to protect you from the sun, and of course, a local Moroccan scarf or turban to cover your head from the sun!

Explore the Moroccan Sahara on Camelback

Morocco has a large area of land and there are so many different and adventurous ways to travel across the desert. Camel Trekking is one of the most beautiful ways to travel and takes you back to your ancient Nomadic past.

Unveiling the Spectacular Moroccan Sahara

An easy-going trek swaying back & forth on the back of a camel has got to be the finest way to explore any desert, especially the Moroccan Sahara, one of the most spectacular and accessible regions.

Embrace the Camel Trekking Adventure

The Berber and Nomadic people have spent thousands of years that lived in travelling and transporting their goods by camel and this is definitely the ideal place for a camel trekking adventure.

Unforgettable Moments in the Moroccan Desert

Camel trekking in Morocco can take from 2 days to 2 weeks. Watch in awe at the incredible sunrise while standing on top of a sand dune or sit around the camp fire at night under a stunning sky full of stars at a traditional Berber desert camp.

Connect with Nature and Yourself

Exploring the beautiful scenery of Morocco, travelling with a caravan of camels is a fascinating thing to do and a real experience which gives you the time and space to get away from things and connect to yourself, returning home with a renewed sense of perspective.

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