3-day Erg Chegaga tour from Marrakech that takes you away from the busy Medina and deep into Morocco’s wild desert landscapes. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, follow the lush Draa Valley, and experience the remote dunes of Erg Chegaga with a camel ride and unforgettable sunset. This tour is perfect for travelers looking for an authentic Sahara adventure away from the crowds.
Day 1: Marrakech – Aït Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Agdez
Your Erg Chegaga desert tour from Marrakech begins with an early departure across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views of traditional Berber villages and dramatic mountain landscapes. Stop to visit Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most famous ksars, known for its earthen architecture and film history. Continue to Ouarzazate, often called the “Gateway to the Desert,” before driving through the scenic Draa Valley, lined with palm groves and ancient kasbahs. Arrive in Agdez in the late afternoon and relax in a traditional kasbah.
Day 2: Agdez – Draa Valley – M’hamid – Erg Chegaga
After breakfast, follow the Draa Valley south, passing lush oases, palm groves, and small Berber villages. Reach M’hamid, the last village before the vast Sahara begins. From here, switch to an off-road adventure across desert tracks leading to the impressive dunes of Erg Chegaga, one of Morocco’s largest and most remote dune fields. Upon arrival, enjoy a camel ride and watch the sunset over the golden dunes, a highlight of this desert experience. Spend the night under the stars in a luxury desert camp, surrounded by silence and endless sand.
Day 3: Erg Chegaga – Lake Iriqui – Foum Zguid – Taznakht – Marrakech
Wake up early to witness the peaceful desert morning. After breakfast, begin your journey back, crossing the vast plains of the Sahara and the dry Lake Iriqui, a unique and rarely visited landscape. Continue to Foum Zguid, then drive through Taznakht, a town famous for its Berber carpets and local craftsmanship. Arrive back in Marrakech in the evening, marking the end of your 3-day Erg Chegaga desert tour.
Included in the tour:
- 4×4 private car with air conditioning
- Private English or French speaking driver
- Pick-up and drop-off directly from clients’ accommodation in Marrakech
- 1 night at Kasbah in Agdez
- 1 night at Luxury Camp in Erg Chegaga
- 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts
- Camel ride in Erg Chegaga
- Mineral water in the car
Not included in the tour:
- Lunches
- Entrance fees to optional sites (e.g. Kasbahs, film studios)
- Personal expenses and tips
