The Sahara Desert holds a magical adventure that is perfect for those looking to escape into another world.
With my first expereince ever in a desert with large dunes, two nights was the perfect introduction to the Sahara. Camel rides, afternoons at camp, and nights under starry skies, the Sahara Desert was a bucket-list experience.
Here are 10 photos to inspire you to visit the Sahara Desert in Morocco.
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I just think there is something just so special about naked landscapes that buildings just can’t achieve. Morocco is my absolute number one country on my bucket list but I never associated traveling there with exploring the Sahara. How long does it take to get out that far into the desert?
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Hey Dani! To get into the Sahara Desert, pending where you come from, can take a while. We came from Marrakech and was about 8-9 hrs on the road. It takes about a day to get there. It was completely worth it!