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Morning Departure from M’Hamid
- Your day begins with an early morning departure from M’Hamid, the gateway to the Sahara Desert.
- Drive to the Erg Lihoudi Dune area, one of the closer dune formations to town.
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Mid-Morning Scenic Desert Drive
- As you venture deeper into the desert, enjoy the changing desert landscapes.
- Pass through the Hamada (rocky plateau), Erg (sandy dunes), and Reg (stony areas), experiencing the unique beauty of each.
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Lunchtime Arrival at Erg Lihoudi
- Arrive at Erg Lihoudi, a stunning dune formation with picturesque sand dunes.
- Take time to explore the dunes, climb to the top for panoramic views, and capture the beauty of the Sahara.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch in the desert, which may be prepared by your guide.
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Afternoon Desert Adventures
- After lunch, engage in desert activities like sandboarding, taking a leisurely walk in the dunes, or simply basking in the tranquility of the Sahara.
- Take in the natural wonders and breathtaking landscapes around you.
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Late Afternoon Return to M’Hamid
- Head back to M’Hamid in the late afternoon, relishing your desert adventure.
- Reflect on the beauty and serenity of the desert as you journey back to the town.
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Evening Conclude Your Desert Experience
- Arrive in M’Hamid in the evening, marking the end of your memorable day at Erg Lihoudi Dune.
Trip Overview
The Erg Lihoudi Dune excursion is a single-day trip from M’Hamid El Ghizlane to the Erg Lihoudi dune formation, one of the closer and more accessible dune areas to town. It’s a good choice for travelers with limited time who still want a genuine taste of the Sahara — climbing and photographing the dunes, lunch in the desert and an afternoon of sandboarding or quiet walking before heading back the same day.
Duration
1 day, no overnight stay — morning departure from M’Hamid, return the same evening.
What’s Included
- Local guide for the round trip
- Lunch in the desert
- Time for sandboarding and dune exploration at Erg Lihoudi
Price Range
As a single-day excursion with no overnight stay, this trip is priced separately from our multi-day treks, typically from around $80 per person, including guide and lunch. Since Erg Lihoudi is one of the closer dune areas to town, no 4×4 transport is needed for this trip. The exact rate depends on your group size and pickup point — contact us directly for an exact quote.