From Marrakech: 3 Day Desert Tour to Erg Chegaga
ID: GYG512837-898214
Category:
Country: Morocco
Duration:
3 days
Description
Embark on a 3-day journey from Marrakech to Erg Chigaga. Cross the Atlas Mountains, visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, and ride a camel to your desert camp. Enjoy a starlit night with music.
Day 1: Marrakech to Zagora
Depart from Marrakech and ascend into the High Atlas Mountains, glimpsing Berber villages along the way. Visit the 11th-century UNESCO site, Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, before heading to Ouarzazate, Africa's "Hollywood." Continue to Morocco's longest valley, the Draa Valley, arriving in Zagora to explore Almoravide fortress remains. Overnight at a local hotel with dinner.
Day 2: Zagora to Chigaga Dunes
Drive along the Draa River to Tamegroute, home to an ancient library. Proceed to Mhamid village and then on to Erg Chigaga dunes. Experience a breathtaking sunset camel trek to your nomadic camp, where you'll enjoy music under the stars.
Day 3: Chigaga to Marrakech
Rise early for sunrise and breakfast before heading to the dried Iriki Lake, once a haven for birds. Pass through Foum-Zguid and stop in Tazenakht, known for its carpets. Drive through Berber villages, ending your tour back in Marrakech.
Highlights
- 1. Drive across the Tizi Tichka High Atlas Mountains
- 2. Visit the Berber fortified village of Ait Ben Hadou
- 2. Visiting the Film Studios and Hollywood blockbust
- 3. Drive along Draa Valley with its fortified villages
- 6. Riding camels in the majestic dunes of Erg Chigaga
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
