• National Park of Souss Massa - The Addax is an antelope that lives in groups in the sandy desert. It undertakes long migratory journeys following the sporadic growth of pastures due to rainfall. Its wild population is very small and scattered across the southern Sahara. This species vanished from Morocco in 1956 due to poaching and excessive hunting. It is classified as “endangered.”
  Length: 110 - 130 cm / Height: 95 - 115 cm / Weight: 60 - 125 kg

The Dama Gazelle is the largest and fastest of the gazelles, capable of reaching speeds over 100 km/h. It is a very elusive animal that can escape over long distances. Rare and found south of the Sahara, it is threatened by poaching and classified as “endangered.”
Length: 140 - 165 cm / Height: 90 - 120 cm / Weight: 40 - 75 kg

The Red Neck Ostrich, the largest bird on Earth, cannot fly but can run 50 km at a speed of 30 km/h! It has the largest eyes of any land vertebrate (5 cm in diameter). Its diet mainly consists of vegetables, requiring 3 to 4 kg of fresh material daily. The “red-necked” subspecies is found south of the Sahara, differing from those in southern Africa. The Ostrich disappeared from Morocco in 1945 and is considered “endangered” in its range.
Height: 220 - 250 cm / Weight: up to 150 kg

The Oryx is the largest antelope in the semi-desert regions of the Sahara, with horns that can exceed 1m in length. It appears sporadically throughout its range, with only Chad’s populations being nearly viable. This species disappeared from Morocco in 1973 and is classified as “critically endangered.”
Length: 160 - 175 cm / Height: 110 - 125 cm / Weight: 180 - 200 kg

The Dorcas Gazelle, a small gazelle, is often seen in family groups. It is particularly active outside the hottest parts of the day. It is the most widespread species in the Sahara but is always localized due to poaching. It is classified as “threatened.”
Length: 90 - 110 cm / Height: 55 - 65 cm / Weight: 15 - 20 kg

• Tifnit - The journey continues on the road to the fishing village of Tifnit. Enjoy a photo stop and a short hike on the beach to appreciate the natural beauty, small motorboats, and fish, then proceed to the village of Sidi Rbat along a sandy track by the wild Atlantic coast (20km & 2h of track).

• Sidi R’bat - These troglodyte houses, carved into the cliff facing the ocean, provide shelter for fishermen, allowing them to stay for a few days by the ocean to fish and keep their equipment and belongings nearby. They return to their families in the village once a week. The area offers stunning natural landscapes, and a tea break is delightful.

• Massa - Mouth of Oued Massa & Souss Massa National Park
  The Bald Ibis, a species in danger of extinction, is one of the most endangered bird species globally. Once widespread around the Mediterranean basin and as far as Egypt, where it symbolized splendor for the pharaohs’ contemporaries, it was also present in Europe, nesting in the Alps until the 16th century. Over time, its numbers have declined due to hunting, agricultural development, and pesticide use. The last colony in the old continent disappeared in Turkey in the 1970s. In Morocco, 40 colonies were known at the beginning of the 20th century, but now only 4 breeding colonies remain in the Kingdom, including 3 in the Souss National Park. Massa, with a total population of less than 500 individuals, currently represents the majority of the wild population of this iconic bird.

Travel through the village of Sidi Rbat to reach the mouth of the Wadi Massa, where a beautiful lagoon meets the Atlantic Ocean, part of the National Park of Souss Massa. This is a favored spot for many migratory bird species and the last refuge of the Bald Ibis. The mouth of Oued Massa generously offers greenery amidst a desert landscape, creating a stunning contrast.

• Barrage Youssef Ibn Tachfine - Dam Youssef Ben Tachefine
  Enjoy a photo stop at the highest point of the rock to admire the dam and discover this lake with a capacity of 300 million cubic meters in the middle of this desert space.

• Arbaa Rasmouka - Photo stop and exploration of the “Little Sahara” dunes.

• Tiznit - The city of Tiznit is located 100 km south of Agadir, a small town surrounded by 6 km of ramparts. It is renowned throughout the country for its craftsmen who create silver jewelry. Visit the Silver Jewelry Factory (optional), to discover the work of skilled jewelers, and take a short tour of the walls and the interior of the Medina by car, before returning to Agadir.

• Lunch
• Entrance fees to Souss Massa National Park
• Booster seat
• Private transportation

• Carbonated beverages
• Gratuities

Set off on an unforgettable 4x4 journey through the heart of Souss Massa National Park and the gateway to the desert! Experience the captivating pre-Saharan wildlife in its natural environment: observe the majestic Addax and Oryx antelope, the graceful Dama and Dorcas gazelles, and the striking Red-necked Ostrich. Enjoy a true immersion, getting as close as possible to the region’s protected species.

Witness the iconic Bald Ibis, offering a rare and emotional opportunity to see an endangered species up close.

Continue your adventure by exploring breathtaking landscapes: the picturesque fishing village of Tifnit, the coastal cliffs of Sidi R’bat, the impressive Youssef Ibn Tachefine Dam, and the historic Medina of Tiznit. Traverse the enchanting dunes of the Little Sahara for a complete desert experience.

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