Sahara Desert Trek
Sahara Desert Trek, Morroco 2026
Trek Details:
📅 Dates: 12th -17th November 2026
📍 Location: The Majestic Sahara Desert
💰 Fundraising Target: £1600
🪙 Non-refundable registration fee: £395
Experience the Ultimate Sahara Hospice Trek
– A Journey of Purpose and Adventure
Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Imagine trekking through the breathtaking dunes of the Sahara, immersing yourself in its vast beauty – all while making a meaningful impact for St Teresa’s Hospice.
Charity Trek Overview
Join us for the Sahara Hospice Trek 2026, an unforgettable journey that combines challenge, culture, and celebrating 40 years of care. Over the course of 6 days, you’ll navigate the stunning desert landscape, camp under a canopy of stars, and experience the rich traditions of the Berber people – all in support of our hospice.
What’s Included
- Return flights from the UK
- Airport taxes and charges
- Local transfers and transport in Morocco
- Accommodation in 3 star hotels, tents and sleeping mats on trek
- English-speaking local guides
- Support staff, camels and camel handlers on trek
- All meals as specified
- All the support you need from St Teresa’s Hospice!
What’s Not Included
- Any necessary vaccinations
- Drinks, laundry and personal expenses
- Spending money (tips and gratuities, souvenirs)
- Transport to/from UK airports
- Personal trek kit
- Travel insurance
“I’ve never been an outdoors person, but the idea of trekking to raise funds for the hospice intrigued me. After attending an info night, I was all in. It was a big step out of my comfort zone, but the supportive group and shared challenge made it unforgettable.
The stunning landscapes and starry skies were incredible, but it was the small moments that stayed with me — morning mint tea, laughter at bedtime, peaceful walks with new friends, and a final group photo full of pride. It’s more than a trek; it’s the memorable moments we shared and the moments of care we create at the hospice from the funds we raised.”
– Lisa’s Story from her Jordan Charity Trek
Your Itinerary
Thursday 12 November 2026
London to Marrakech
We fly together to Marrakech where we are met by our guide and transfer to our hotel for the night. Depending on flight arrival times we may start the journey to the desert today and stay in Ouarzazate tonight instead (approx. 4-5 hours).
Overnight: Hotel
Meals: Dinner
Friday 13 November 2026
Marrakech to Sahara
If staying in Marrakech we set off early, crossing the Atlas Mountains and following ancient caravan routes into the arid Sahara desert, stopping for lunch in Ouarzazate on the way (journey time approx. 9 hours including stops.) If starting in Ouarzazate the journey takes approximately 4-5 hours.
This afternoon we will arrive in the desert and be welcomed by the rest of the trek team and the camels before commencing our trek into the vast and arid Sahara desert, stopping overnight to camp under the stars of the Sahara.
Approx. trek distance: 5km
Overnight: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Saturday 14 November 2026
Sahara Desert
Our trek continues through the desert as we traverse sand dunes and rocky, lunar landscapes for the next three days. We are aided by our local Berber team comprising of the guides, cook and camel owners (the camels are our porters, carrying our luggage and equipment). Each day you enjoy the varied Saharan landscape and learn about how important it is to respect and comply with the forces of nature in the desert. On average we will cover 15-20km per day but this will vary. As the trek progresses we learn how the nomadic people of the Sahara live: from cooking to sleeping out under the stars and reading the magnificent Saharan night sky.
Approx. trek distance: 15-20km
Overnight: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Sunday 15 November 2026
Sahara Desert
Our trek continues through the desert as we traverse sand dunes and rocky, lunar landscapes for the next three days. We are aided by our local Berber team comprising of the guides, cook and camel owners (the camels are our porters, carrying our luggage and equipment). Each day you enjoy the varied Saharan landscape and learn about how important it is to respect and comply with the forces of nature in the desert. On average we will cover 15-20km per day but this will vary. As the trek progresses we learn how the nomadic people of the Sahara live: from cooking to sleeping out under the stars and reading the magnificent Saharan night sky.
Approx. trek distance: 15-20km
Overnight: Camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Monday 16 November 2026
Sahara to Marrakech
This morning it’s the final leg of the trek back to the village where we bid farewell to the trekking team and head back to Marrakech (approx. 9 hours’ drive). Enjoy a farewell dinner tonight and overnight stay at a central hotel.
Approx. trek distance: 5km
Overnight: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Tuesday 17 November 2026
Marrakech to London
Enjoy some free time to explore the exotic city of Marrakech before your flight back to the London (subject to flight times).
Meals: Breakfast
Frequently Asked Questions’s
A moderately challenging trip.
The terrain is generally flat with sand dunes representing the biggest variation in gradient; however the temperatures pose a specific challenge with temperatures historically reaching 40°C. You are advised to be of a good fitness level before departure to ensure fast recovery from each day’s exertions.
You will be accompanied by professional English-speaking Berber guides.
They have an excellent knowledge of culture and hiking in the region. You will also be accompanied by a team of support staff including cooks and camel handlers and a Different Travel Company UK tour manager.
Temperatures tend to range from 26°C during the day, and drop to around 2°C at night.
However you must be prepared for climate variations, which are out of our control. The climate will be dry and there may be some strong winds. Rain, although very rare, is not impossible.
Please note: the temperatures and conditions above are historically accurate for this time of year but climate change can impact the seasons so you may experience uncharacteristic conditions during the trip which are out of our control. Should this happen the guide will assess the situation and make decisions to ensure the best enjoyment and ultimately safety of the group as a whole.
During the trek you will sleep in tents (two to a tent), or if the weather is good you can sleep outside under the stars; highly recommended!
Foam sleeping mats are provided but you will need to bring a sleeping bag. Toilet facilities consist of a small toilet ‘tent’ covering a hole in the ground. There are no showers or bathing facilities in the desert so you must bring a pack of baby wipes.
You must be 18+ to participate on this trek unaccompanied.
It may be possible to participate if you are 16 or 17 years old but you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no upper age limit. The ideal candidate would be fit, healthy and determined, open to adventure and adaptable to unexpected changes.
Most people find that this is far easier than they imagined, and we will give you as much support as you need to reach, and even exceed your target!
Each participant will have a St Teresa’s Hospice fundraising staff member who will meet with you and help you to create your fundraising plan. Materials such as collection buckets and tins, sponsorship forms, email banners, balloons and banners can also be provided to help you achieve your target.
Full trek details and all terms and conditions will be send to you prior to booking.
Should you have any questions at all, please get in contact with Lisa at lisawilson@darlingtonhospice.org.uk who will happily answer any queries.
