Take part in real paleontological digs in Morocco, discovering dinosaurs big and small.
Bonus: enriching visits and immersion in Berber culture. All participative science trips here
Scientific project: the creation of a museum
Morocco's fossil wealth is incredibly diverse: dinosaurs, trilobites, various teeth and bones, sauropods, Spinosaurus, Mosasaurs, Elasmosaurs, crocodilians, Pterosaurs, but also crinoids, gastropods, bivalves, stromatolites, orthoceras, ammonites, sea urchins, whales, shrimps, fish, jellyfish and starfish.
Geologists and paleontologists
The project was born out of close encounters with specialists such as Ali Bajja, Nour Eddine Jalil and Abdelouahed Lagnaoui, who have forged strong ties around the promotion of Morocco's geological heritage. Since 2022, each expedition has brought together geologists, paleontologists, students and enthusiasts to explore, share and promote Morocco's fossil treasures.
Enabling Moroccan students to take part in excavations
The aims of the trip are twofold: to create mini paleontological museums in schools using local fossils, and to enable Moroccan schoolchildren to take part in field excavations. The expedition also aims to make new paleontological discoveries, with the long-term ambition of contributing to the creation of a national museum dedicated to Morocco's fossil treasures.
Searching for fossils in southern Morocco
This trip plunges you into the heart of southern Morocco, between Erfoud, Merzouga and the Atlas ridges, to discover the country's exceptional fossil heritage. You'll go prospecting at various sites, looking for a variety of fossils - trilobites, ammonites, dinosaur teeth and bones - while exploring spectacular landscapes.
Meeting with Moroccan scientists
You'll visit the workshops of craftsmen and fossil hunters, discovering their working techniques and their unique collections. The trip also includes meetings with Moroccan researchers and geologists, as well as outreach activities in local schools to introduce children to the paleontological riches of their region.
Discover Berber culture
Between two prospecting trips, you'll enjoy cultural experiences: immersion in Berber culture, a walk in the Sahara dunes, the traditional market of Rissani, discovery of ceramics and weaving, and tasting of local cuisine. Finally, there will be time for discussion and observation, to study the finds and understand their history, in a friendly and passionate atmosphere.
- From 02/21/26 to 02/28/26
- 1840.25€ - tax reduction possible
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The NGO partner Objectif Sciences international is recognized for the quality, usefulness, solidarity and educational nature of its stays and training courses dedicated to achieving the goals of sustainable development. The NGO operates on the donation-action principle. A person makes a donation and participates in an NGO action. Note that the person making the donation may be different from the person taking the action. As such, the cost of the training or scientific stay is tax-deductible up to 66% in France.
- Family with children aged 7 and over
- Single teenagers aged 14 and over
- Single adults
The location
In Morocco, between the Atlas Mountains and the desert
Accommodation
You'll be staying mainly at the Berbère Marhaba inn near Erfoud. You will be accommodated by our host and warm friend Said. If you wish, you can enjoy the experience of a night in the desert.
For meals, you will be fed in the evening by our hosts, and at lunchtime you will have your own picnic. The team favors as much as possible local, seasonal and typical food in order to respect the place and the local culture.
Group size: 12 people
Arriving in Casablanca
From Casablanca, you'll need to catch a new flight to Errachidia, where the team will stop for the night.
You can choose to arrive in Casablanca between 12:30 and 20:00. Our flight to Errachidia doesn't leave until 11pm.
The team will be waiting for you at Errachidia airport on the evening of Day 1.
For participants who wish to be accompanied, the team can meet you at Casablanca airport a few hours before the 11 p.m. flight to Errachidia.
The team will also be at Casablanca airport between 12:30 and 8:00 p.m. to wait for minors.
- Biodiversity, Environment, Geology, Geological Time Scale, Paleontology, Cartography...
- The supervisors have a dual role: to ensure that the expedition runs smoothly, and to help you acquire knowledge through a pedagogical and experimental approach. Trained in project pedagogy and group management in a mountain environment, they all have solid skills in paleontology and geology.
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About the partner NGO
The partner NGO has Special Consultative Status with the UN (ECOSOC) and is a member of the AAAS Science and Human Rights Coalition. Specializing in science trips, science and participatory research, the NGO believes that education is the driving force behind the Sustainable Development Goals. It offers a range of participatory science trips for adults and minors.
