Tobias S.
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MOTORCYCLE-TRIPS · MOROCCO
Guided Motorcycle Enduro Tour through Morocco from Marrakesh
Our motorcycle journey through Morocco is not accidentally named: "In the Footsteps of the Alchemist" is inspired by the novel of the same name by Paulo Coelho, which describes the journey of a seeker: full of trials, magic, and self-discovery.
How long?
15 Days
When?
Autumn
Price
€ 2,989
/ Person
The Journey
Motorcycle Enduro in Morocco: The Atlas & Sahara Tour
This motorcycle trip through Morocco takes you over the High Atlas to the edge of the Sahara. Through passes, deserts, oases, and ancient caravan routes. Whether for riding pleasure, culture, or the feeling of limitless freedom on two wheels: a motorcycle journey that perfectly combines adventure and authenticity.
- Duration:
- 15 days / 14 nights
- Start & Destination:
- Marrakesh: Gate to the south of Morocco
- Total Distance:
- approx. 2,300 km
- Route Character:
- Combination of asphalt, gravel, and advanced off-road sections
- Daily Stages:
- Ø 160 - 220 km ~ 40 % asphalt / 60 % off-road
- Accommodation: All overnight stays in Morocco outdoors (either in campsites or wild camping in the desert).
- Landscapes:
- Atlas Mountains, Draa Valley, Erg Chegaga, Sahara Dunes, oases & kasbahs
- Climate Zones:
- Atlas: mild to cool, Sahara: hot and dry (> 30 °C during the day)
- Cultural Highlights:
- Imperial cities, Berber villages, traditional crafts, kasbahs
- Unique Experiences:
- Camel ride in the Sahara, panoramic passes in the Atlas, nomad camps under the stars
- Travel Character:
- Combination of nature experience, culture, and motorcycle adventure
- For whom:
- Enduro and motorcycle riders with experience and a love for authentic Morocco
Key Highlights of the Trip
Key Highlights of the Trip
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Motorcycle trip between Atlas and Sahara
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Motorcycle trip between Atlas and Sahara
Experience off-road driving on sandy and rocky tracks in Morocco's impressive landscapes.
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Discover Nomadic Paths
02
Discover Nomadic Paths
Travel on the trails of the salt caravans and learn more about nomadic life in the desert.
03
Gorges and Dunes of Todra
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Gorges and Dunes of Todra
Enjoy thrilling passes and breathtaking photo stops between the majestic gorges.
04
Marrakech: Start of your journey
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Marrakech: Start of your journey
Begin your adventure in Marrakech, the vibrant royal city, full of culture and oriental flair.
05
Erg Chegaga: A Desert Experience
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Erg Chegaga: A Desert Experience
Erg Chegaga is one of the largest dune regions in Morocco, where the sand dunes are up to 300 meters high. Here we spend the night under a fantastic starry sky, experience the sunset, and enjoy the tranquility of the desert. This unforgettable setting provides a perfect backdrop for adventure and nature lovers seeking the true Moroccan desert experience.
Days 1-14
Arrival for the motorcycle trip in Marrakech
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The journey begins with your arrival at Marrakesh-Menara Airport. After transferring to the camp, you will meet your team and your guides. Your motorcycle is already waiting for you.
In a relaxed atmosphere, we will prepare the equipment together and discuss the upcoming stages of our motorcycle trip through Morocco during the briefing. The first day is all about arriving: shedding the dust of Europe, taking in the scent of the spices and the sound of the city: the adventure begins.
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Over the High Atlas to Taliouine
After breakfast, our motorcycle trip starts heading south into the majestic mountain ranges of the High Atlas. The winding mountain roads take us over heights of more than 2,000 meters, past cedar forests, small mountain villages, and breathtaking panoramas.
In Taliouine, the saffron capital of Morocco, we set up our first camp. Enjoying the evening sun over the mountains, you experience your first real Moroccan moment: a mix of wonder, silence, and anticipation for tomorrow's off-road start.
Taliouine - Foum Zguid: The Way into the Desert
After a night under the stars, the off-road part of the motorcycle trip begins. We approach the oasis town of Foum Zguid, the gateway to the Sahara, over wide gravel tracks and dry riverbeds.
The route dynamically adapts to the group: each motorcycle trip through Morocco is different, each stage a new adventure. Palm groves, endless horizons, and the feeling of freedom characterize this day. In the evening, we reach our camp on the edge of the desert and experience what silence really means.
Foum Zguid Circuit: In the Footsteps of 007
Today the motorcycle journey begins with pure off-road riding fun. We leave the camp and cross the barren expanse south of Foum Zguid: an area known to movie fans from "James Bond 007 Spectre".
In the middle of nowhere, a mighty table mountain rises, our destination for the day. On the way there, the terrain alternates between sand, stone, and dry wadis: perfect conditions for experienced riders. In the afternoon, we return to the camp, where the sunset and the crackling of the campfire remind us of the magic of Africa.
Foum Zguid - Erg Chegaga: The Call of the Sahara
Early in the morning, we set off towards the southeast. The day takes us through the Iriki National Park with its dried-up salt lake Lac Iriki. The terrain changes constantly: hard tracks, flat plains, soft sand.
In the afternoon, the first dune fields of Erg Chegaga appear, one of the largest and most beautiful sand landscapes in Morocco. Here begins the most magical part of our motorcycle journey: we set up camp on the edge of the Sahara, the sun sinks behind the dunes, and the starry sky above us seems within reach.
Erg Chegaga - Mhamid - Zagora: From Sand to the Oasis
After breakfast, the challenge of the day awaits: a dune field about ten kilometers long that physically tests us and demands everything in terms of riding skills. In Mhamid, the small oasis town on the edge of the Sahara, we treat ourselves to a break before the motorcycle tour on asphalt leads to Zagora. The town is located in the fertile Draa Valley, surrounded by palm groves, kasbahs, and ancient trade routes. Here you feel why Morocco is so unique for motorcycle trips: desert, mountains, culture. All in one day.
Day 7 & 8: Zagora - Erg Chebbi: Two days until the sea of sand
From Zagora, the route initially leads over short asphalt sections before transitioning into the wide outback, the heart of our motorcycle journey through Morocco. For two days, we traverse varied terrain: deep sand, rocky passages, and endless plains stretching to the horizon. Along the way, we set up our camp in the wilderness, far from roads and light. The next day, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi appear on the horizon: a moment you don't forget. Here, the largest dune area in Morocco rises up to 300 meters high, a landmark of every motorcycle journey through the Sahara.
Questions about the tour itinerary?
Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.
Erg Chebbi - Circuit and Rest Day
After intense off-road days, today is open for personal arrangement. Those who still have energy can take the circuit around Jbel Bega: a challenging motorcycle tour along the Algerian border.
Alternatively, peace and relaxation tempt: a dune hike, tea with the Berbers, or a bath in the desert camp. No matter where you spend the day, the view of the dunes of Erg Chebbi makes every moment an experience of freedom and silence.
Erg Chebbi - Alnif - Tinghir: From Sand Sea to the Mountains
Today we say goodbye to the Dune Sea of Erg Chebbi. After breakfast, the route of our guided motorcycle trip takes us over asphalt roads initially to Alnif, before we switch to a varied off-road connection towards Tinghir.
The landscape changes noticeably: desert plains become rock formations, sand turns to stone. In the late afternoon, we reach Tinghir: a small town with palm oases and a view of the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. This stage showcases the diversity that makes motorcycle travel in Morocco so unique.
Tinghir - Boumalne Dadès: Through gorges and over high passes
Today awaits you one of the most spectacular stages of this motorcycle journey in Morocco. After the start in Tinghir, the road winds through the narrow Todra Gorge, whose red rock walls rise hundreds of meters into the sky. After that, the route (depending on the weather and group dynamics) either takes us over the 2,990 m high Aghoudal Pass or over a challenging gravel track into the Dadès Gorge. The combination of asphalt, debris, and panorama makes this day a true highlight of any motorcycle tour through the Atlas.
Boumalne Dadès - N’Kob: Circuit through the Jbel Saghro
As the direct connection between Boumalne and N’Kob is now paved, we have planned a round trip today that takes us deep into the Jbel Saghro region. Here, bizarre rock formations alternate with wide plains and gravel tracks. Pure off-road fascination.
We drive through small Berber villages and enjoy the expanse of the southern Atlas. In the afternoon, we return to N’Kob, where a nomad camp awaits us. When the evening wind blows through the palms and the campfire crackles, you feel why motorcycle travel in Morocco is more than just a vacation.
N’Kob - Ouarzazate: In the footsteps of great films
From N'Kob, a new off-road route takes us north to Ouarzazate, also known as "Hollywood of the Desert." The landscape resembles sets from an adventure film. This is no coincidence, as classics like Gladiator and Kingdom of Heaven were filmed here. Our motorcycle trip today combines culture and riding pleasure: gravel, asphalt, and endless valleys alternate. In the afternoon, we reach the city, explore the film studios if interested, or relax at the camp. The atmosphere of Ouarzazate is the perfect blend of oriental flair and modern desert charm.
Quarzazate - Aït-Ben-Haddou - Marrakech: Back over the Atlas
The penultimate day of this motorcycle trip through Morocco holds another true highlight. We visit the fortified town of Aït-Ben-Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that lets us dive deep into the history of Morocco with its clay buildings and narrow alleys. Then we go back over an impressive pass through the High Atlas to Marrakech. The last few kilometers are a pleasure: a mix of pride, nostalgia, and satisfaction. Back at the camp, we toast together to two weeks of adventure, full of dust, sun, and unforgettable memories.
Marrakech: Farewell to Morocco
After the last breakfast, it's time to say goodbye. The motorcycles are loaded, the equipment packed. With the last look over the rooftops of Marrakech, it becomes clear: Our motorcycle trip through Morocco ends here, but the unforgettable memories remain. You have experienced deserts, mountains, oases, and people who show you what traveling really means. Until the next adventure on two wheels. Shukran and goodbye, Morocco!
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PRICE
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€ 2,989
/ person
Price Options
Per person with own motorcycle - base price
€ 2,989
Passenger in the Overcross escort vehicle
€ 2,509
Additional Options
Motorbike rental including transport (Enduro machine)
€ 1,809
Motorcycle transport from Germany, Tübingen and back including storage
/ Person
€ 519
Trip includes
- Multilingual speaking tour guide
- All overnight stays in Morocco outdoors (either at campsites or wild camping in the desert).
- Accompanying/support vehicle with tools
- Breakfast and dinner from the "expedition kitchen"
- Provision of the OVERCROSS expedition kitchen and cooking utensils for communal cooking
- All permits
- Entry fees
- Technical support for motorcycle repairs
- Second tour guide from eight participants
- Relatives and friends receive a location and status report from OVERCROSS (upon request)
- Tour folder/packing list and all information for participant preparation
- Cheap flight offer as an addon for comparison if desired
- Travel security certificate (insolvency security according to BGB §651r) is mandatory for all OVERCROSS travel.
FAQS
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I find the topic of camping on this motorcycle trip particularly interesting. Do you have any more information on that?
After booking, you will receive a travel insurance certificate and a packing and camping list. From this checklist, you can see what you need for the guided motorcycle tour. Everything else is in the support vehicle. -
Which equipment is better to bring yourself (sleeping bag, sleeping pad...)
You must bring your sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and tent for this motorcycle trip. We will then transport these for you with the motorcycles to Morocco. -
Do you have recommendations regarding the equipment of the motorcycle?
You will receive the technical list for this motorcycle trip that details how the motorcycle should be equipped. Generally, knobby tires are sufficient. -
How does the motorcycle transport to Morocco work?
Delivery of your motorcycle is one week before the start of the motorcycle tour in Tübingen. Here your motorcycle will be loaded onto the motorcycle transporter and transported 3,000 kilometers to Marrakech. -
What do I need to take on the motorcycle tour in the airplane?
You will receive the tour folder from OVERCROSS for our motorcycle trip with a packing list, which describes what you need to have in your flight luggage. -
When is the best travel time for motorcycle trips in Morocco?
The best time for motorcycle trips in Morocco is in spring (March-May) and autumn (September-October). Then the temperatures are pleasant, the roads are easily passable, and the desert is experienceable, without extreme heat or cold. -
How is safety for motorcycle trips in Morocco?
Morocco is considered a relatively safe travel destination. Motorcycle travelers should, however, expect changing road conditions, animals on the roadway, and partly unpredictable traffic. Riding in groups or with experienced guides significantly increases safety. -
Is my German driver's license valid in Morocco?
Yes, the German driver's license is recognized. However, it is recommended to carry an international driver's license in addition to avoid misunderstandings during police checks or vehicle rentals. -
What is the climate like in Morocco?
The climate varies greatly: mild at the coast, hot inland, and extremely dry in the Sahara. For motorcycle trips, spring and autumn are ideal: with warm days and cool nights, especially in the desert and mountain regions. -
Is there a helmet requirement in Morocco?
Yes, in Morocco there is a helmet requirement for drivers and passengers. This also applies to our motorcycle trips. High-quality protective clothing is strongly recommended, as temperatures, wind, and dust can vary significantly over long stages. -
What documents do I need to enter Morocco?
A valid passport is sufficient for stays of up to 90 days. Motorcyclists additionally require vehicle documents, proof of insurance ("Green Card"), and possibly a power of attorney if the motorcycle is not registered in their name. -
What is the traffic situation in Morocco?
There is right-hand traffic. Traffic in cities can be chaotic, while country roads are sometimes poorly developed. Defensive driving and anticipatory driving. -
Can I take a drone with me?
No, drones are prohibited for private individuals in Morocco. Importing without permission usually leads to confiscation at customs. Aerial photography may only be conducted with official special permission from professional providers. -
Are there toll fees or road taxes in Morocco?
Yes, on the major highways between cities like Casablanca, Marrakech, and Agadir, tolls are charged. Motorcycles usually only pay a fraction of the car rates; side roads and desert routes are toll-free. -
How high are the gas prices on the motorcycle trip through Morocco?
The price of gasoline is around €1.30/L (Oct. 2025) (diesel about €1.10). In cities, fuel is easily available; in remote regions, one should refuel on time or carry spare canisters. -
How are police and traffic checks regulated in Morocco?
Traffic checks are common and usually proceed correctly. It is important to adhere to speed limits and have all documents ready at hand. A friendly demeanor and respect towards officials are a matter of course and facilitate the process. -
Do I have to expect dangerous animals on the motorcycle trip in Morocco?
In the desert and the Atlas Mountains, there are scorpions, snakes, and stray dogs, but they rarely pose a danger to us. Greater risks arise from heat, sandstorms, or sudden rainfalls, so always carry enough water and protective clothing. -
What is the cultural etiquette towards locals in Morocco?
Politeness and restraint are valued. Alcohol in public, provocative clothing, and discussions about religion should be avoided. A friendly "Salam Alaikum" opens doors: Respect for culture and tradition is highly valued. -
Can I find spare parts or workshops for my motorcycle in Morocco?
In larger cities like Marrakech, Casablanca, and Fez, there are well-equipped workshops and dealers. In rural areas, spare parts are harder to come by. -
What is the internet and mobile coverage like in Morocco?
The mobile network is surprisingly well-developed, even along many desert routes. In remote areas, however, the signal can fluctuate. -
What needs to be transported on the motorcycle?
You have to transport your luggage on your motorcycle, that is correct. -
Also the tent + sleeping bag + mat or can one put the camping bag or even more into the transport vehicle?
Yes, that is correct, you can bring ONE bag with tent/ISO mat and sleeping bag on the transport. It is important to know because of the luggage system on the moped. -
Where can one leave the luggage or suitcase from the flight?
You have the luggage system on the motorcycle and you can secure the cases together as one piece of luggage. Should you have problems with the cases during the tour, which has not happened so far, we will definitely find a solution to load them into the support vehicle. The stages are not planned so brutally that one cannot handle them with sport enduros without cases, so everything is in the travel enduro area ;-)
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.Terms and Conditions of OVERCROSS
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