Embark on an unforgettable 4-day private desert tour from Marrakech to the wild dunes of Erg Chigaga. This Sahara adventure takes you through the High Atlas Mountains, ancient kasbahs, and the stunning Draa Valley before reaching one of the most remote areas of the Sahara Desert.
Designed for travelers seeking authenticity, this Morocco desert tour offers a perfect mix of culture, adventure, and breathtaking landscapes.
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Marrakech to Erg chigaga desert |
| DEPARTURE TIME | 08:00 AM |
| RETURN TIME: | Approximately 07:00 PM |
INCLUDED:
- A/C modern 4×4 or van was driven by a professional driver
- Pick up from your Marrakech hotel / Riad
- First night in a wonderful 500-year-old Kasbah one of the most spectacular locations we have had the chance to visit in the world including dinner and breakfast
- Sunset camel ride in Erg Chigaga and 4×4 safari
- Overnight at a luxury desert camp in Erg Chigaga dinner and breakfast are included.
- Overnight in a hotel at Ouarzazate city including dinner and breakfast
- Drop off at your Marrakech accommodation
NOT INCLUDED:
- Beverages
- Lunches on the way
- Optional local guide in Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou
- Personal expenses
- Tips optional
Day 1 – Marrakech → High Atlas Mountains → Ait Ben Haddou → Agdz
Your Erg Chigaga desert tour from Marrakech begins with a pick-up from your riad or hotel. Travel across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with several stops for panoramic views and photos.
Visit the iconic Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for movies such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” with an optional visit to the Atlas Film Studios.
In the afternoon, drive through the scenic Draa Valley to Agdz.
Dinner and overnight in a traditional kasbah.
Day 2 – Agdz → Zagora → Tamegroute → Mhamid → Erg Chigaga Desert
After breakfast, visit Kasbah Tamnougalte, one of the oldest kasbahs in the Draa Valley. Continue along the palm groves and desert landscapes towards Zagora, where you will have lunch.
Stop in Tamegroute to explore its famous green pottery workshops and ancient Quranic library.
In the afternoon, continue to Mhamid, the last village before the Sahara. From here, enjoy an off-road 4×4 adventure across the desert (approximately 60 km) to reach the vast dunes of Erg Chigaga.
Enjoy a camel ride at sunset, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in a luxury desert camp.
Day 3 – Erg Chigaga → Lake Iriqui → Foum Zguid → Taznakht → Ouarzazate
Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, travel across the desert via the dried Lake Iriqui and follow part of the historic Paris-Dakar rally route.
Arrive in Foum Zguid, where the paved road begins again. Continue to Taznakht, a Berber village known for its traditional carpets and handicrafts.
Reach Ouarzazate in the late afternoon.
Dinner and overnight at your hotel.
Day 4 – Ait Ben Haddou → Telouet → High Atlas Mountains → Marrakech
After breakfast, visit Ait Ben Haddou again or explore the Telouet Kasbah, located in the beautiful Ounila Valley.
Return to Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains, with scenic stops along the way.
Drop-off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech.
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