Erg Chegaga Desert Tour from Marrakech – 4 days

Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech 4 days:

Embark on a captivating 4-day desert expedition departing from Marrakech, immersing yourself in the untouched beauty of the Erg Chegaga dunes—a serene retreat from urban life, allowing you to rediscover inner peace amidst the vast, windswept sands.

Your journey unfolds through the majestic Atlas Mountains, traversing the scenic Draa Valley adorned with lush date palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and quaint Berber settlements. Your adventure culminates in a memorable overnight stay at a luxurious nomadic camp nestled amidst the Erg Chegaga dunes.

This enthralling tour also includes visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kasbah Ait Ben Hdaou and Kasbah Telouet. The highlight of your desert experience awaits with a camel ride into the golden sands, offering a captivating sunset spectacle and a magical night beneath the starry expanse of the Erg Chegaga Desert.

4-day desert tour from Marrakech to Erg Chegaga – highlights:

• Journey through the stunning landscapes of the Atlas Mountains and charming Berber villages.
• Explore historic Kasbahs like Kasbah Teleout and the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou.
• Enjoy a sunset camel trek, sandboarding, photography sessions, and traditional nomadic music.
• Indulge in delectable local cuisine and relax in a private tent at a luxurious desert camp.
• Drive through the picturesque Draa Valley, featuring fortified kasbahs, lush palm groves, and verdant oases.
• Discover pottery craftsmanship in Tamgroute village and explore a carpet cooperative in Taznakht.

What is included in the price:

• Transport in a private air-conditioned & comfortable 4WD vehicle
• Experienced English-speaking nomad driver-guide
• Pick-up from and drop-off at your hotel in Marrakech
• Meals: breakfast & dinner – with vegetarian and vegan options available
• Two nights in comfortable hotels with air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms
• One night in a luxury desert camp in Erg Chegaga under private & comfortable tents equipped with private bathrooms and shower
• A camel ride for about two hours with a guide in Erg Chebbi and free sand-boarding, if desired
• Local guides and entrance fees
• Berber drumming & music in the desert camp
• Hiking in beautiful scenery and free time to explore the sites of interest
• Lunches with vegan and vegetarian options
• Tea/ coffee in the desert camp

What is not included:

• Drinks
• Tipping
• Extras

Marrakech to Erg Chegaga Dunes 4 days – itinerary:

1st day: Marrakech – Ouarzazate

Your desert odyssey begins with a morning departure from your Marrakech hotel at 08:30. You’ll journey south on a 4-day expedition to the Erg Chegaga dunes, traversing the majestic Atlas Mountains and passing through quaint Berber villages. The panoramic views from the mountains offer breathtaking glimpses of valleys and villages nestled into the rugged terrain.

After crossing the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, North Africa’s highest peak at 2260 meters, you’ll veer onto a side road leading to Kasbah Telouet. This historic site, also known as the Palace of Glaoui, once served as the residence of the El Glaoui family.

Continuing your descent from the mountains, you’ll arrive at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its appearance in numerous Hollywood films. Following lunch, you’ll explore this iconic kasbah before settling in for the night at a beautiful riad.

2nd day: Ouarzazate – M’hamid

After breakfast, you’ll embark on a scenic drive to Agdz, offering stunning views as you descend from the Tizi-n-Tinfifite pass. The journey showcases lush green oases and countless palm trees, signalling your arrival in the Dra’a Valley.

Agdz, a significant stop along the historic Caravan Road, boasts thriving palm groves and a rich history of trade. Venturing off the main road, you’ll wind through the Dra’a Valley, passing villages and exploring the oldest Kasbah in the region, Kasbah Tamnougalte.

Continuing south along the Ancient Caravans road, you’ll reach Zagora for lunch and visit local pottery cooperatives and the ancient Quranic library in Tamgroute village. Your journey then takes you to M’hamid, the gateway to the Sahara Desert, where you’ll spend the night in a luxurious desert camp.

3rd day: M’hamid – Erg Chegaga

Start your day with a sunrise spectacle atop the dunes before breakfast and some free time to explore the desert surroundings. After returning to camp, you’ll set out to discover traditional adobe villages and experience desert life, with an optional visit to a local family.

Following lunch, your expedition continues to the Erg Chegaga dunes, traversing varied Sahara landscapes. Upon reaching camp, enjoy tea and Moroccan biscuits before a camel ride to the summit of the towering dunes. Dinner and an evening of nomadic music await, providing a memorable night in the desert.

4th day: Erg Chegaga – Marrakech

Witness another mesmerising sunrise over the dunes before breakfast at camp. Your journey back to Marrakech traverses the Sahara Desert’s diverse scenery, including Lake Iriqui and mountainous terrain ideal for fossil hunting.

After lunch in Foum Zguid, your route takes you north to Taznakht, renowned for its Berber carpets and rugs. A tea break in Ouarzazate precedes the drive through the Atlas Mountains, with stops at scenic viewpoints along the way. Your desert adventure concludes as you arrive back in Marrakech by late afternoon.

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TripAdvisor Reviews

jcnc40

2024-03-02

Great experience and memories from Morocco We have a wonderful experience with Private Tours Marrakesh for our trip. We picked our own itinerary of cities to visit and Private provided all the logistics between each city. Our driver Mohammad is very helpful and accommodated. He took us to places we would like and more. He picked us up from Marrakesh to the Desert camps. What a great adventure through the desert plain in Zagora then to Chegara. The camps we were in are amazing and what a great time we have from music around the camp fire to riding the camel around the sand dunes. We stop by Taroudant and Private Tours Marrakesh arranged a spectacular Riad for to us overnight. We then head to coastal city of Essaouira. Mohammad brings us to the beach with big sand dunes to watch the sunset. It was very pretty to be on the beach to see horseback riding on the sand. Next we stop by Casablanca then head to Rabat overnight before arriving at Fes. Mohammad drive us to see The mosque in Casablanca and the Rick’s cafe. When we were in Rabat before heading to Fes. Mohammad took us to all the main sites in Rabat. From Fes we head to Chefchouen. On the night before we left Chefchouen, Mohammad cooked us a delicious Tajin meal. That’s the icing on the cake for this trip. We had such a great experience of Morocco and Private Tours Marrakesh made a great memory for our trip. I highly recommended them if you visit Morocco in the near future.

Hiram R

2024-03-02

Not just a tour: a fantastic experience We had an unforgettable experience with Mohamed, our guide and friend. We booked an 11 day private tour (very reasonably priced I should add) and it was awesome. Mohamed is a very safe driver and very attentive as well. He took us to some unusual places off the main tourist route...especially loved the petrol station restaurants popular with local families. Do yourself a favor and book with them!

Fulvio M

2024-02-16

Moroc&Roll Grande Mohammed! Tour fantastico, ci siamo trovati benissimo! Un piacere stare insieme ed esplorare il Marocco del sud! Super consigliato!

Maria Jose C

2024-02-10

Excursión a Ourika, genial. Hemos elegido private tours Marrakech para nuestro viaje a Marrakech, fuimos un grupo de amigos, todo genial y muy recomendable. Bonita visita guiada a la ciudad con Mohamed. Un guía muy agradable y simpático desde nuestra llegada. Fuimos de excursión a Ourika, excursión muy organizada y muy recomendable. Os recomiendo private tours Marrakech con Mohamed.

Alejandra V

2024-02-05

Excelente mohamed fue muy buen guía, fuimos quatros amigas en un excursión a las cascadas de ouzoud fue muy linda experiencia, nos gustó mucho el lugar.

Juan Manuel R

2024-02-04

Experiencia inolvidable Fue una experiencia inolvidable. Tenía ganas de hacer un viaje en solitario y estar conmigo mismo rodeado de naturaleza y personas auténticas. El objetivo se ha cumplido. Mohamed ha sido un guía estupendo. Recomiendo totalmente a esta empresa

Patri C

2024-02-04

Increíble experiencia para todos los sentidos Después de encontrar la agencia private tours marrakech en Internet y leer los comentarios he reservado con ellos un viaje al desierto de 4 días donde hemos visitado lugares increíbles como las Kasbahs que se ven en las películas y los valles. Lo más espectacular ha sido estar una noche en el desierto. 100 % recomendable. Ha sido una experiencia inolvidable! Gracias private tours marrakech y sobre todo, gracias a Mohamed, ha sido fundamental contar con él! Súper atento, amable y divertido! Volveremos a repetir con ellos! Una experiencia para todos los sentidos!

Angela M

2024-01-10

Top Abbiamo fatto un viaggio in Marocco per Capodanno, abbiamo definito il tutto prima della partenza assieme a Mohamed che è stato sempre molto cortese nell' assecondare le nostre richieste anche durante il soggiorno. Il nostro autista Karim è stato il valore aggiunto , sempre disponibile e mai invadente ed ha contribuito a farci immergere nella cultura marocchina. Bellissimi e curatissimi i Riad di Rabat e Marracash, un po' più vecchiotti quelli di Fes e Chefchaouen, in tutti però ho trovato un'eccellente pulizia, anche le colazioni sono state ottime. Insomma Mohamed super consigliato e simpatico!

Mimi C

2024-01-02

Thank you for the special memories Mohammad our guide and driver was amazing. I can’t say or recommend enough how wonderful he helped make this trip. Our children adored him. He even celebrated our daughter’s 5th birthday! We took many great photos and had insightful conversations on the long car rides. Everyone was happy. Morocco was an adventure of a lifetime. Thank you!!!! We will miss Morocco, Mohammad, and his team but wish them well in making more memories for other families like ours.

Pedro GG

2023-12-18

Un viaje inolvidable!!!!! Cuando decidimos hacer un viaje por el desierto de Marruecos, elegimos la agencia Desert Majesty porque nos la habían recomendado previamente, pero el resultado fue muchísimo mejor de lo esperado, gracias a nuestro conductor-guía Mohamed Omari, al que le debemos en gran medida el buen recuerdo que nos ha dejado No sólo fue absolutamente profesional en todo aquello relacionado con el viaje (conducción, puntualidad, etc.), sino que es una persona amigable y cercana, dispuesta a ayudarte en cualquier momento y a darte toda la información que le solicites sobre costumbres, cultura, paisaje, historia..., lo que hizo que nuestra experiencia fuera magnífica y disfrutáramos al 100% del tour. Tenemos claro que si en algún momento volvemos a hacer otro tour en Marruecos, repetiremos con el mismo guía y agencia. Gracias Mohamed

Tripadvisor rating score: 5.0 of 5, based on 78 reviews