2 Days Zagora Desert Experience with Local Berber Guide

5.0 (20 reviews) Zagora, Morocco
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Duration2 days
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LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 6 travelers
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Overview

Unlike standard mass-tourism desert excursions, this experience takes travelers deep into the wild dunes of Erg Chegaga with a local Berber guide from Zagora who knows the Sahara and the landscapes of Southeast Morocco firsthand.

This tour focuses on authenticity, human connection, and immersive desert experiences rather than crowded tourist routes. Travelers enjoy remote desert scenery, traditional hospitality, sunset camel rides, and a night under the stars in one of Morocco’s most untouched Sahara regions.

With small groups, flexible pacing, and local cultural insight, this experience offers a more personal and authentic way to discover the Moroccan Sahara.

What's included

  • ✓ Overnight accommodation in desert camp
  • ✓ Local driver/guide
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • ✓ Transportation by 4x4 vehicle
  • ✓ Camel ride experience
  • ✗ Drinks and beverages
  • ✗ Personal expenses
  • ✗ Tips/gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: Zagora- Tamegroute- Tagounite- M'Hamid El Ghizlane
  1. Tamegroute
    30m
    Depart from the meeting point in Zagora in the morning and begin your journey towards M'Hamid El Ghizlane.

    Your first stop is Tamegroute, the holy village of Southern Morocco, where you will visit the famous ancient Quranic Library, home to centuries-old manuscripts.
  2. Tagounite
    20m
    From Tamegroute you will continue to Tagounite, where you'll have time to purchase any supplies before heading deeper into the Sahara.
  3. Pass by
    About 15 minutes after Tagounite, leave the paved road and begin an exciting 60 km off-road 4x4 adventure across the desert towards the magnificent dunes of Erg Chegaga.

    Along the way, cross vast rocky desert plateaus, dry riverbeds, and small sand dunes while enjoying the spectacular landscapes of the Moroccan Sahara. With a bit of luck, you may spot wildlife such as ostriches, Dorcas gazelles, and other desert animals.
  4. Erg Chigaga
    1h · Admission ticket included
    You will stop for a picnic lunch in the shade of tamarisk and acacia trees before continuing your journey.
  5. Erg Chigaga
    1h · Admission ticket included
    In the afternoon, arrive at the impressive dunes of Erg Chegaga, where you'll enjoy a memorable camel ride across the golden sand dunes and watch a breathtaking Sahara sunset from the top of the dunes.

    Spend the evening at a traditional desert camp, enjoying a delicious Moroccan dinner, Berber music around the campfire, and an unforgettable night beneath the stars.
Day 2: Erg Chigaga- M'hamid El Ghizlane- Zagora
  1. M'Hamid
    10m
    The following morning, after breakfast at the camp, return towards M'Hamid using a different off-road route, offering new desert scenery and landscapes.

    Stop for photos at M'Hamid El Ghizlane, the last village before the vast Sahara Desert, before continuing back to Zagora.
  2. Tamegroute Pottery and Handcrafts
    1h · Admission ticket included
    You will enjoy lunch on the way and visit the historic Jewish Kasbah, as well as the famous green pottery cooperative, unique in Morocco, where you'll witness traditional handmade craftsmanship.
    The time you will spend there depend on how much you will need fom 30 mins to an hour.
    Then arrive back in Zagora in the late afternoon.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.

- Zagora Airport, Zagora Morocco

End point

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- Zagora Airport, Zagora Morocco

Pickup details

Pick is available from hotels and riads in Zagora. Exact pick up time will be confirmed after booking.

During checkout you will be able to select from the list of riads/ hotels included.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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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