The Schedule
Plan for roughly 13 days from Marrakesh and back. Example: a tour from Feb 23 to Mar 7, 2026.
| Arrival day | Latest arrival in Marrakesh |
| Day 1 | Drive south, overnight at the starting point |
| Day 2 | Tour starts |
| Days 3–12 | Desert trek from oasis to oasis |
| Day 13 | Tour ends, drive back to Marrakesh |
| Day 14 | Earliest possible return flight |
Getting There
Discord Group
About two months before the start, Wandermut opens a private group. There you can coordinate travel, flights, and accommodation with the team, and get to know the team leader and fellow travelers.
Flight
Flights to Marrakesh are affordable — usually €200–300, sometimes under €100. A bit of research pays off.
Accommodation
Arrange your own accommodation until the tour starts. Recommendation: Hostel Equity Point, tucked away in the alleys of the Medina, homey and colorful.
On the Ground
Details on the meeting point and transfer will be shared in the Discord group. The team often travels there together.
Area and Route
Roughly 200 km take you from oasis to oasis through the most varied desert landscapes: the dry, rocky hammada of gravel and stone, vast sand dune fields stretching to the horizon, and canyons where it's easy to lose your way.
Sandstorms can occur at any time — they darken the sky and make progress considerably harder.
Special Notes
Physical Preparation
Expect many demanding and dirty days. You should be able to carry a backpack of nearly 15 kg over daily distances of up to 18 km — at a brisk, sure-footed pace, since the group doesn't wait for the slowest.
Storing Your Luggage
Leave your personal luggage at the hotel or hostel you've booked. Check in advance whether storage is possible.
Next Steps
Invitation to the Discord Group
About 2 months before the tour starts, you'll meet the team and team leader. Save your questions for then — they'll all be answered.
Get Equipped
Go through the packing list and get anything you're missing. Uncertainty is normal — discuss it with the group.
Cover Yourself
Read the safety briefing and take out the necessary insurance. Don't bet on everything just going fine.
Book Your Flights
Not cutting it close — with 1–2 buffer days before and after the tour.
The Packing List
Less is more. Below is the gear that has proven itself. Brands are experience-based recommendations, not requirements — links are affiliate recommendations.
What Wandermut Takes Care Of
- Tentsincluded
- Local guidesincluded
- Dromedariesincluded
- First aid kitincluded
- Satellite phoneincluded
- Water disinfectionincluded
- Desert mealsincluded
- Transfer to the starting pointincluded
- Cooking utensilsincluded
Basic Gear
- 60 l backpack with hip belt
- Sleeping pad, well insulated
- Sleeping bag (comfort rating 0–4 °C in winter)
- Headlamp + spare batteries
- 3 × 1 l water bottles
Clothing
- 2 lightweight, long-sleeved tops
- 2 pairs of outdoor pants
- Fleece + insulated jacket
- Neck gaiter + head covering (Chech available locally)
- 3 × merino underwear & socks
Footwear
- Desert boots without GORE-TEX
- Sturdy sandals (thick sole)
- Gaiters (optional)
Hygiene & Extras
- Biodegradable soap, toothpaste (travel size)
- Sunscreen, lip balm, foot balm
- Blister tape
- Trekking poles (optional)
- Zip-lock bags for trash
Safety Briefing
These rules are based on experience from many tours and the knowledge of local guides. The team leader will explain them at the start of the trip. Stick to them — they protect the whole group.