Wild camping in Morocco? (page 2 of 2)

After that, no problem getting to Merzouga—it’s pretty much a straight shot. 😛

Thanks so much, I’ll definitely keep this route in mind!

What vehicle will you be driving? Are you comfortable with off-road tracks?

With a 4x4, actually my grandson and his wife are giving me free rein to organize their two-week trip with their three kids (health issues are catching up with us). After Skoura, I found a really nice place to stay for 3 days in Aït Sidi Ali or Bourk. They’re skipping Merzouga for M’Hamid, and I’m trying to optimize the route to keep driving times between 3 and 4 hours max. They’re no longer talking about wild camping—if you only knew how hard it is to find accommodations for 5 people!!! Here’s the time they have: leaving Aït Sidi... on 4/12 and a booking made in Talouine on 4/18. As for off-road tracks, I’m thinking moderation.

For the trails, no problem as long as it’s not risky for the rental 4x4. Is it possible to reach N'Kob via the Sarhro?

Hi, Whether you're coming from Boumalne Dades or Tinghir, you can reach N'Kob via the Tizi N'Tazazert pass. The whole route is paved. From Kelaa M'Gouna or Skoura, there are dirt tracks that meet at Tagmount. From Tagmount, the track has been redone and widened to serve the mines. For the first part of the journey (Kelaa M'Gouna - Tagmount or Skoura - Tagmount), the track is narrower but doesn’t require any technical skills. A GPS or map is essential because there are lots of forks in the road.

Starting from Tinghir—thanks for all the details!

I recommend traveling the segment from the pass to N'Kob in the morning to enjoy the view in good sunlight conditions, overlooking a remarkable geological phenomenon (the Bab n'Ali cliffs) about 20 km from the pass.

What’s the approximate distance?

You can also go all the way to Merzouga via the national road to Er RACHIDIA, then Erfoud, Rissani..... or, without going as far as Er Rachidia, take a shortcut earlier via El Jorf and RISSANI..... Obviously, the route through the Tazazert pass is much more spectacular and in very good condition. About 200 km. Allow 3 hours.