The last oasis in the Drâa Valley before the Sahara, M’hamid is one of the major starting points for the dunes and bivouacs of the Moroccan desert.
9 places to stay availableM'hamid , or M'hamid El Ghizlane, is an oasis in southern Morocco located at the end of the Draa Valley. A former stop on the trans-Saharan caravan routes, the town today marks the transition between the Draa palm groves and the vast expanses of the Sahara.
The region is an ideal starting point for desert excursions, whether on foot, by 4x4, or on camelback. From M'hamid, one can reach Chegaga and its vast dunes, as well as closer bivouac areas offering opportunities to discover Saharan landscapes and nomadic life.
Heading north up the Draa Valley, Zagora offers another important stop amidst palm groves, kasbahs, and desert landscapes. M'hamid is particularly well-suited to travelers wishing to extend their stay with a true immersion in the Sahara.
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