This 3-day tour takes you deep into the wild Sahara, far from the crowds, to the remote Erg Chigaga Desert. Journey through the High Atlas Mountains, visit ancient kasbahs, travel across the Draa Valley, and ride camels into the vast dunes of Chigaga — one of Morocco’s most authentic desert experiences. Perfect for travelers who want a true adventure.

Highlights

• Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site Ait Benhaddou Kasbah.

• Explore Ouarzazate, “Hollywood of Morocco.”

• Drive through the Draa Valley with its palm groves and Berber villages.

• Camel trek into the Erg Chigaga dunes, the largest and most remote in Morocco.

• Overnight stay in a nomadic-style desert camp under the stars.

• Scenic desert drive across Lake Iriqui National Park and Foum Zguid.

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Zagora

• Depart Marrakech in the morning.

• Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

• Visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO-listed fortress.

• Continue through Ouarzazate and the Draa Valley.

• Arrive in Zagora for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Zagora – M’hamid – Erg Chigaga Desert

• Breakfast in Zagora.

• Drive through the Draa Valley to M’hamid, the gateway to the Sahara.

• Begin the off-road adventure across the desert towards Erg Chigaga.

• Camel trek at sunset into the vast dunes.

• Overnight stay in a desert camp with traditional dinner and Berber music.

Day 3: Erg Chigaga – Foum Zguid – Taznakht – Marrakech

• Wake up for sunrise over the dunes.

• Breakfast in camp.

• Drive across Lake Iriqui dry lake and desert landscapes to Foum Zguid.

• Continue through Taznakht (known for Berber carpets).

• Evening arrival back in Marrakech.

Tour Includes

• Private 4×4 transport with driver/guide.

• 2 nights’ accommodation (Zagora hotel + desert camp).

• Breakfasts & dinners during the tour.

• Camel trek in Erg Chigaga Desert.

• Pick-up & drop-off in Marrakech.

Tour Excludes

• Lunches & drinks.

• Monument entrance fees.

• Personal expenses & tips.