01/05/2023
⚠️שימו לב ❤️ האירוע בוטל עקב מלחמה עם הרשויות במרוקו! נא לקרוא היטב את הודעת המארגנים למטה 👇⚠️
We deeply regret to have to announce that this year's event in Merzouga has been cancelled, as we have received a notification today from the local authorities and the police forces. We received this notification today, April 30 at 5pm local time.
Although we have not received any official reasons that we can share with you, we are obliged to comply with their decision.
We find this decision incomprehensible, as we have of course ensured that we fulfil all required safety standards and obligations related to the organization of the event.
We have worked tirelessly for years now to produce this unique event, having had to already postpone once due to the pandemic. Nonetheless, we have always pushed the limits to offer an exceptional experience, which has already seen 4000 travelers from 70 countries over the previous editions. Transahara is not an ordinary festival, offering this show in the Sahara is a real challenge. We have always respected and fulfilled all requirements of local authorities regarding the safety and well-being of the public, which is why we find this late cancellation notice so unfair.
Despite the cancellation, we hope that the tradition of dancing in the Sahara dunes continues in the future, in one form or another, and that the love between enthusiasts and these dunes endures. We appreciate your understanding of the importance of this project to us and thank you for your continued support.
If you are a ticket holder, if you have any questions, please email us at [email protected] and we will revert to you without delay.