32 Offbeat Cruise Excursions That Go Way Beyond Sightseeing

4. Camel Trekking Across the Sahara Desert

If your cruise stops in Casablanca, Morocco, don’t settle for a city tour—opt for a trek into the Sahara Desert, where you can ride a camel across golden dunes just as traders did for centuries. Some excursions extend into the evening, offering starlit dinners in a Berber camp, where you’ll experience traditional Moroccan hospitality, music, and tagine feasts under an endless sky. Pro Tip: Wear loose, breathable clothing and bring a scarf or bandana to protect against the desert wind and sand.