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M'Hamid is a small oasis town in southeastern Morocco, known as the gateway to the Sahara Desert. It offers a unique blend of desert landscapes, traditional Berber culture, and camel trekking experiences. The town is surrounded by vast sand dunes and is a popular starting point for camel caravans into the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Gateway to the Sahara
6,000
Arid - M'Hamid has a hot desert climate with extremely hot summers and mild winters. The town experiences very little rainfall throughout the year.
October to April
This is the best time to visit M'Hamid when the weather is pleasant and suitable for desert activities. The days are warm, and the nights are cool.
May to September
Summer months are extremely hot, but the town is less crowded. It's suitable for those who can tolerate high temperatures and want to experience the desert in its most intense form.