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March 22
We arrive at Ouarzazate Airport and head towards the iconic fortified village of Ksar Aït-Ben-Haddou, where we observe and photograph birds associated with humanised environments, such as the Desert Sparrow. In the afternoon, we visit the steppe area of Boumalne Dadès, where we begin looking for the characteristic species of this habitat.
March 23
We spend the day with a local guide in the steppe area of Boumalne Dadès, one of the best places to observe and photograph species adapted to open and arid habitats, including Thick-billed Lark, Trumpeter Finch, Greater Hoopoe-Lark, Black-bellied Sandgrouse, species of wheatear and, the Pharaoh Eagle-Owl. In the afternoon, we travel to Merzouga.
March 24
Using 4×4 vehicles, we explore the dunes and arid areas surrounding Erg Chebbi, north of Merzouga. Among the most notable species we may observe and photograph are Desert Sparrow, Red-rumped Wheatear, Atlas Wheatear, Brown-necked Raven, African Desert Warbler and Spotted Sandgrouse.
March 25
In the morning, we continue exploring the dunes of Merzouga by 4×4, looking for bird species specialised in desert habitats. In the afternoon, we take a two-hour quad-bike excursion through the dunes, focusing on finding the Fennec Fox, one of the most iconic mammals of the Sahara Desert.
March 26
We take a final two-hour morning quad-bike excursion through the dunes of Merzouga, focusing on finding the Fennec Fox. Afterwards, we travel to the Todra Gorges, where we explore this spectacular canyon and its surroundings, a new habitat for wildlife observation. In the afternoon, we head to Boumalne Dadès, where we spend the night.
March 27
We head towards Ouarzazate and, if there are any species still on our list, we make one final stop in the steppe area of Tagdilt Track. We then visit Ouarzazate Lake before heading to the airport for our return flight.
