What to do in Moroccan Desert

A playground for every age, there’s something otherworldly about being in a desert. With stark beauty deserving of a million photographs, the desert also holds plenty of secrets to be discovered.... An exploration could mean climbing the apricot dunes of Namibia’s iconic Sossusvlei dunes at sunrise, trekking through technicolour valleys in the Atacama, floating in the salty lagoons in Egypt’s Siwa Oasis or wandering on camelback through Rural Rajasthan. And let's not forget about the curious creatures that dwell, quite unbelievably, in these far-off places. And we haven’t even mentioned the stargazing…

You really can’t go wrong with a classic African safari, be it on the plains of the Serengeti or off-piste in Zimbabwe. But what if we were to tell you that you could clamber to the top of Africa’s highest mountain, Kilimanjaro; join a private expedition in the deserts of Chad; or even trek gorillas and sleep on the rim of a volcano in the DRC? If afternoon siestas are not your bag, have a look at some of our adventure itineraries, guaranteed to satisfy even the most intrepid travellers.

Is there a better way to get a feel for a new destination than exploring on foot? We think not! Walking (or hiking) offers the chance to venture off the beaten track and enjoy sights the likes of which you might not normally see. From trekking along the Inca Trail towards Peru’s Machu Picchu to wandering beneath the spires of Torres del Paine, roaming between Berber villages in the Atlas Mountains or hiking up the iconic Table Mountain, the adventure never stops when you’ve laced up your boots and left the crowds behind.

From the iconic temples of Asia to the royal relics of North Africa, history is all around us - and it’s always well worth doing a little exploring. Whether you're following ancient trade routes in Morocco or wandering through the crumbling corridors of Angkor Wat, you'll discover the stories that shaped the world as we know it. And with the right guide, those tales come vividly to life, no time machine required.

While we’re advocates for some good R&R, we also believe in adding some adventure to any trip. Across our multitude of destinations, there is always the opportunity to get ‘active’ and explore on foot, bicycle, horse or camelback, hot air balloon or microlight (and many more). From treks through Chilean Patagonia to walking safaris in Zambia, kitesurfing in Zanzibar to canoeing around Halong Bay, there is an endless array of activities to dive into.