From Marrakech, December 31, 2024 – January 7, 2025
“La Petit Dakar” will be an unforgettable journey—a blend of adventure and solidarity, bringing back the joy and magic of the first legendary “Dakar” races, the true, original ones in Africa, before sponsorship and the media circus transformed them.
This event’s spirit is both pioneering and bohemian, and the destination is a part of Morocco that has largely escaped the mainstream’s overreach of progress and mass tourism. Open to both two- and four-wheel vehicles, with rentals available locally (some seats on the organization’s 4x4s are available), the route is accessible for all types of vehicles, with optional off-road stretches for all-terrain vehicles.
The journey begins on December 31 with an unforgettable New Year’s Eve dinner in Marrakech, followed by a New Year’s Day departure from Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, heading towards the Tizi’n Test Pass. Built by French engineers in the 1920s, this mountain pass reaches over 2,000 meters above sea level, winding through rocky desert terrain, stunning mountain landscapes, lush valleys, and traditional Berber villages. This wild and remote area, further devastated by a powerful earthquake in September 2023, is where, throughout our journey, we will deliver a message of friendship and tangible aid.
PARTICIPATION FEE
The fee is €950.00 per participant (driver or passenger) and includes:
7 overnight stays with breakfast (6 in mid-range hotels and 1 in a tented camp)
7 dinners, including the New Year’s Eve dinner
Allianz travel insurance
All event materials and souvenirs
Assistance from event coordinators
A contribution towards organizational costs
Technical Organization:
“Off the Road,” a brand by La Poderosa, tour operator Margherita Mansuino. CLICK HERE to fill out the registration form, and donate €100.00 (or more if you wish!) to “Bambini nel Deserto” for purchasing supplies for the earthquake-affected areas. CLICK HERE to make a tax-deductible donation.
Participation on the organization’s vehicles (as space permits) is €350.00 per person (including fuel), payable in cash at departure. Registrations close on October 31; after this date, availability and costs will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The tour will proceed with a minimum of 10 participants; otherwise, deposits will be fully refunded.
VEHICLE RENTALS
Motorcycles will be rented from Tenerè Riders in Marrakech. Having previously partnered with them for the Echoes of Atlas I and II expeditions, riders can choose between a Royal Enfield Himalayan (2022 model) for €50.00/day (recommended for solo travelers) or the KTM 890 Adventure 2022 or BMW GS 850 Trophy 2022 for €90.00/day (ideal for those traveling with a passenger or seeking a higher performance).
Toyota 4×4 vehicles are available for €120.00/day.
