Africa is a continent of fascinating natural contrasts. if dense equatorial forests form one end of the nature spectrum, at the other end comes the biggest desert on the planet, the Sahara.

the Sahara desert extends across many countries in northern Africa, covering some 30% of the continent. The sands of the largest desert in fact spread across 9,000,000 square kilometers and includes some of the hottest spots in the world where summer temperatures can cross 57 degrees Celsius. However the Sahara desert is not homogenous in its composition – one quarter of it is made up of volcanic mountains, one quarter is sand, rocks and gravel while the rest includes areas of semi or permanent vegetation.

Despite its harsh surroundings, the Sahara Desert has a beauty all of its own. At night the air is crisp and clear while the stars seem almost within reach of someone gazing at the desert sky. Moreover the sight of sand dunes and the fantastic sand sculptures created by nature are not to be missed. A number of camel rides and desert tours in Morocco cater to travelers seeking to experience the beauty of this part of Sahara. Zagora in Morocco is one of the most popular towns which act as a starting point of camel excursions and desert tours into the Sahara. To stay her check out www.ooaha.com for best Zagora hotel deals.