3 Days Desert Chigaga From Marrakesh

5.0 (1 reviews) Zagora, Morocco
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Duration3 days
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LanguagesArabic, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
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Overview

Embark on a breathtaking 3-day journey from Marrakech to the majestic Erg Chigaga dunes. Travel across the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, ride camels into the heart of the desert, and spend a night under the stars in a traditional nomadic camp.

What's included

  • breakfast

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech – Aït Ben Haddou – Agdz – Zagora
  1. Marrakech
    Pass by
    Depart from Marrakech and cross the scenic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260m).

    Stop to visit the famous Kasbah Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for many movies.

    Continue through the Draa Valley, known for its lush palm groves and fortified villages.

    Arrive in Zagora, a desert town on the edge of the Sahara.

    Dinner and overnight stay in a comfortable guesthouse or riad in Zagora.
Day 2: Zagora – Tamegroute – M’Hamid – Erg Chigaga
  1. Pass by
    After breakfast, visit the village of Tamegroute, home to a historic Koranic library and unique green pottery workshops.

    Drive to M’Hamid, the gateway to the desert, and continue off-road across sandy tracks and dry lake beds.

    Arrive at Erg Chigaga, Morocco’s largest dune field, far from the tourist crowds.

    Enjoy a sunset camel ride over the dunes.

    Spend the evening at a Berber desert camp, with traditional music around the campfire.

    Dinner and overnight in a comfortable desert tent.
Day 3: Erg Chigaga – Lake Iriqui – Taznakht – Marrakech
  1. Erg Chebbi
    Pass by
    Watch the sunrise over the dunes, then enjoy breakfast at the camp.

    Begin the return journey across the vast Iriqui Lake and desert plateaus.

    Pass through the town of Taznakht, famous for its handwoven Berber carpets.

    Arrive back in Marrakech in the late afternoon or early evening.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Travelers can specify their own pickup location in Zagora. Whether you are staying in a hotel, raid, or any other location within Zagora, we can arrange a convenient pickup spot. Please provide your pickup details when booking, and we will confirm the exact time and location before departure.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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