💛Black girl’s guide to a 3 Day Sahara Trip. I’ve been wanting to put together a to-do list for a while, so hopefully my experience can help someone who is planning their own trip. Some advice for the self-planners: • Skip hiring a planner, you can self book any trip via @getyourguide • Wear protective styles, don’t risk sun damage (especially under direct sun and wind). If your hair is not already in a protective style, @martine_conde does braids in Marrakech! • Bring snacks and water (fruits especially). Grocery stores in Marrakech are great. • Bring a portable electric fan (I got mine on Amazon). • Bring tinted sunscreen or a tinted mineral sunscreen. My favorite is @saiebeauty and Elta MD. • Doux Mousse Def Texture Foam & Neatbraid Gel is LIFE • Bring cargo pants and a fanny pack. • Buy a head scarf in Marrakech Medina (more variety) • Book ATVs. They’re way more comfortable and fun. • You WILL FEEL that hour long camel ride. • Skip the cafeterias; eat at small local businesses. • Tell Moha and Fatima I said hello! • Dirham is king, do not expect to pay with card. • Don’t forget sanitizer, first aid supplies, and bug spray. • If you can’t finish your fruit, save it for the camels. • Bring portable chargers and charging adapters. • Do not be rude about electricity or AC. A lot of small towns rely on solar energy and will provide power towards the evening. Bring a portable charger or fan if you need it. Photography tips: • If you’re planning on shooting photos, don’t bother with a tripod unless shooting astrophotography. There will be plenty of people to meet and plus it’s very windy. • I traveled with my camera in a sealed fanny pack whenever not in use. Wind and sand can hurt your lens, so protect it. saharadesert BlackAndAbroad MoroccoByYou BlackTravellers SoloTravelDiaries MoroccoTravelTips MoroccoPhotography MoroccoTravels MoroccoTravel MoroccoVacations @blacktravelfeed @blacktravelpassport SoloTraveling SoloTravelStories BlackGirlAbroad HotelGuide sahara MoroccoGuide hotairballooning getyourguide getyourguidetour @blackpackerlife