Day 1: Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Draa Valley - Zagora - Marrakech

Marrakech - On this Morocco desert adventure, the journey begins in Marrakech, the vibrant red city, and heads towards the High Atlas Mountains. The route offers stunning views of the mountain foothills and the Berber communities residing there.

Ait Ben Haddou - The first stop is Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a fortified village established in the 11th century.

Ouarzazate - Next, 35 kilometers onward, is Ouarzazate, the largest city in southeastern Morocco, often referred to as the “Hollywood of Africa.”

Zagora - The journey continues to the expansive Draa Valley, stretching 1052 km, leading to Zagora. Here, visitors can explore the remains of the Almoravid fortress. Dinner and an overnight stay will be at a comfortable hotel.

Day 2: Zagora - Tamegroute - Mhamid - Chigaga Dunes

Tamegroute - On the second day, the trip proceeds along the Draa River to Tamegroute, where one of the oldest libraries will be visited before moving on to the village of Mhamid.

Erg Chigaga - The journey continues directly to the Erg Chigaga dunes, where a camel ride at sunset leads to a nomadic tent for an evening of music under the stars.

Day 3: Chigaga Dunes, Iriki Lake, Foum Zguid, Tazenakht, High Atlas, and Marrakech

Erg Chigaga - An early rise to witness the sunrise, followed by breakfast, precedes the trip to Iriki’s dry lake, which was once teeming with water and wildlife 30 years ago.

Foum Zguid - The journey then passes through the serene Berber village of Foum Zguid.

Tazenakht - A visit to Tazenakht, known for being one of Morocco’s largest carpet centers, is next.

Marrakech - Finally, the trip concludes with a 90-kilometer journey through various valleys and Berber villages, returning to Marrakech.

• Overnight stay at a Traditional Kasbah in Zagora.
• Comfortable air-conditioned private transfers.
• Inclusive of dinner and breakfast.
• Overnight adventure in a nomad desert camp at Erg Chigaga.
• Experience camel trekking.
• Convenient pick-up and drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation.
• Personalized assistance with a driver/guide.

• Lunches. Drinks. Gratuities (optional)

You will visit the Erg Chegaga dunes, which are located in the southeast of Marrakech and are more than 60 kilometers from the nearest settlement, Mhamid. This desert excursion takes at least three days to complete and includes stops at Ait Benhaddou, Draa Valley palm gardens, and desert landscape.

Discover best of Erg chigaga in desert trip, which allows you to ride camels, climb Sahara dunes, appreciate breathtaking vistas, and sleep in tents or under the stars, is one of the most widely recommended Morocco Desert excursions from Marrakech.

On the last day, there is a trip from Erg Chigaga dunes to Marrakech via Draa valley.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.