Sahara Steps 2027
Walking together. Caring forever.
Desert Discovery
We have teamed up with The Different Travel Company to bring you Sahara Steps - a tailor-made challenge event, created exclusively for supporters of North London Hospice. Set in the heart of the Moroccan Sahara Desert, this extraordinary journey combines awe-inspiring landscapes, expert guidance and shared moments that will stay with you forever.
Be part of an unforgettable 6 days as our trekkers cover Marrakech, the High Atlas Mountain Range & experience the raw beauty of the Sahara desert.
Guided by local Berber experts and supported by a full trekking crew. Walk the ancient caravan routes together with a hospice representative. Sleep under the stars. Change lives.
Friendships were made for life and took existing friendships to another level. Yoga under stars, sunset, sunrise, campfires and singing, sleeping under the stars. Cannot thank the trek staff enough for this memorable experience.
Book your desert adventure now!
From sweeping dunes and remote desert trails to star-filled skies and celebratory evenings together, Sahara Steps is about more than the walk, it is a serious challenge for a meaningful cause.
Your Sahara Steps Journey
Join a small team of like-minded adventurers and experience the desert in a way few ever do.
• Trek through stunning, remote desert terrain across six unforgettable days
• Fundraise for North London Hospice and make a tangible difference to patients and families
• Walk, camp and explore alongside our community, with a dedicated hospice companion supporting you every step of the way
• Take part in a curated, starlit wander beneath the Saharan sky
You will be supported throughout the journey by professional English-speaking Berber guides, whose deep knowledge of the desert, local culture, and trekking routes is invaluable. They are first-aid trained and will be with you every step of the way to ensure your safety and enjoyment.
In addition, you will be accompanied by a support team, including cooks and camel handlers who transport the camp equipment and supplies. A Different Travel Company UK tour manager will also travel with the group to provide further support and ensure the trip runs smoothly from start to finish.
You will also be accompanied by a dedicated hospice companion supporting you every step of the way.
Your Sahara Steps experience: Exclusive. Transformative. Unforgettable.
The 6 day breakdown
Day 1:
Depart the UK and fly to Marrakech. On arrival, travel across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains to Ouarzazate (approx. 4 hours). Once there, you will have dinner and an overnight stay in a local hotel.
Day 2:
An early start to travel further south, into the arid scenery of the Sahara desert. After lunch, you will meet up with your trekking team, consisting of local Berber guides and their camels, and start the trek.
Day 3 & 4:
Spend 2 complete days out in the Sahara, with only your other trekkers and the support team for company! Each day you will walk at the pace of the camels, passing mile after mile or natural beauty. Each night camp is set up under the stars
Day 5:
A final trek back to the village where you will bid farewell to your team of camels and the local Berbers, and head back overland to Marrakech where you'll enjoy a celebratory dinner tonight!
Day 6:
Some free time this morning to explore the exotic city of Marrakech before flying back to the UK (subject to flight times)
How much does it cost to take part and how can I fundraise?
Non-refundable registration fee: £380
and then either…
Sponsorship: £1900 (minimum)
or
Self-funded: £1,095 trip costs* + £805 sponsorship (minimum) for North London Hospice
Costs include flights, transfers, taxes, meals, accommodation, guides and more
Book now to reserve your place (T&Cs below.)
See The Different Travel Company's Terms & Conditions here.
Why Walk for North London Hospice?
Every step you take helps North London Hospice continue providing compassionate care to people with life-limiting illnesses and their families.
By taking part in Sahara Steps, you’re not only pushing yourself beyond your comfort zone, but you’re also walking in solidarity with those who need care, comfort and dignity when it matters most.
This trip is operated by The Different Travel Company (ATOL 6706) on behalf of North London Hospice.
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