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Day Trip from Merzouga to the Safsaf Oasis

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Overview

Duration
1 day
Starts in
Merzouga
Ends in
Merzouga

Just north of the dunes, the Tafilalet is one of the largest oasis regions in the world, and Safsaf is one of its most charming corners. On this day trip from Merzouga your guide takes you to the village, where you walk through shady palm groves and small gardens of wheat, alfalfa, mint and fruit trees, watered by the ancient khettara and seguia channels. You learn how oasis farmers share water, see how dates are grown and dried, and enjoy lunch with a local family in their earthen house. On the way back you can stop at the old ksour and the market town of Rissani. A peaceful contrast to the dunes.

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Included

Everything included in your package

Luxury · Private5
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or riad
  • Private premium vehicle
  • Professional English or French-speaking driver
  • Bottled water and snacks during the trip
  • Flexible start time
Luxury · Shared4
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or riad
  • Comfortable premium vehicle
  • Professional driver
  • Bottled water during the trip
Standard · Private4
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or riad
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional English or French-speaking driver
  • Bottled water during the trip
Standard · Shared4
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or riad
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional driver
  • Bottled water during the trip

Itinerary

Your route

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    Day 1: Safsaf oasis

    Pick-up at 9 am. Drive to Safsaf, walk through the palm groves and gardens with a local guide, lunch with a family, then the ksour of Rissani. Return to Merzouga around 4 pm.

Accessibility

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Child seats or chairs available

Cancellation policy

To receive a full refund for the experience, you must cancel at least 24 hours before it starts.

  • If you cancel the experience less than 24 hours before it starts, the amount paid will not be refunded.

Help

If you have any questions about this tour or need help making the reservation, we will be happy to help. Just call the following number and provide the product code: 110964P11

+34 643 63 5962

Additional information

  • Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate in the experience
  • This tour or activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there much walking?

About 1.5 to 2 hours of easy walking on flat paths through the gardens.

When is the best time?

All year. Date harvest is in autumn; spring is the greenest time.

What is included?

Vehicle with driver-guide, local oasis guide, lunch with a family, pick-up at your hotel in Merzouga.

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