Private 3 Day Trip from Marrakech to Erg Chegaga Desert Journey

Marrakech, Morocco
Duration3 days
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LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Experience an extraordinary 3-day adventure from Marrakech to the Chegaga Desert, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural immersion. Begin your journey by traversing the High Atlas Mountains, passing through lush valleys and traditional Berber villages, and visiting the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou. Enjoy an overnight stay in a restored kasbah guest house, providing an authentic Moroccan experience.

Continue through the picturesque Draa Valley to the captivating towns of Zagora and M'Hamid. The highlight of the tour is the Chegaga Desert, where you'll embark on a sunset camel trek and spend the night in a traditional desert camp under the stars. The final day features a scenic 4x4 drive through the remote Iriki region and a return to Marrakech via Foum Zguid and the High Atlas Mountains. This tour perfectly combines adventure, cultural discovery, and relaxation, making it an exceptional way to explore Morocco.

What's included

  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech – Agdz - Draa valley - Zagora
  1. Pass by
    Leave Marrakech with a driver-guide for the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the highest main road pass in Morocco (2260m), passing lush valleys and Berber villages. Visit Kasbah Glaoui in Telouet and follow the scenic Ounila Valley to Ait Ben Haddou. Stay overnight in a restored kasbah guesthouse in Zagora, with meals included.
Day 2: Zagora – M’Hamid – Chegaga desert
  1. Pass by
    In the morning, explore Tamgrout renowned for its Quranic library and distinctive green pottery. Continue your journey to Zagora and M'hamid El Ghezlane, located at the end of the sealed road. The Draa River, Morocco's longest, accompanies your drive south along the valley, dotted with stunning palm oases and ancient kasbahs.

    Venture off-road for a scenic 2-hour drive to reach the overnight camp nestled at the base of towering dunes, just in time for sunset. Enjoy a camel ride and spend the night at the camp, complete with a delicious evening meal and breakfast.
Day 3: Chegaga Desert – Iriki – Foum Zguid - Marrakech
  1. Pass by
    After enjoying the sunrise and a delightful breakfast, we'll embark on a thrilling 4-hour off-road adventure accessible only by 4x4 vehicles to reach Foum-zguid, where a delicious lunch awaits. Following lunch, we'll head back to Marrakech via Taznakhte, known for its exquisite carpets, and traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains. By the end of the day, we'll arrive back in Marrakech, concluding our memorable journey.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all travelers from their accommodations anywhere in Marrakech within a 10 km range. For those staying in the old Medina, we meet near Café de France in Jamaa El-Fna.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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