4-Day Marrakech to Chegaga Desert Tour
Discover the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco on this 4-day Marrakech to Chegaga desert tour. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit traditional kasbahs and explore the oases of the Draa Valley before reaching the impressive dunes of Erg Chegaga. This private journey offers an authentic desert experience, including a 4×4 excursion, a camel ride and a night at a camp in the heart of the dunes.
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Agdz
Your driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakech. Travel south across the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Enjoy magnificent views of the mountains, valleys and traditional villages along the way.
Visit the famous ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After exploring this historic village, continue to Ouarzazate. Then cross the landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains to reach Agdz. Overnight in Agdz.
Day 2: Agdz – Draa Valley – Zagora – Mhamid – Erg Chegaga
After breakfast, discover the Draa Valley and its extensive palm groves. Travel through traditional villages and pass through Zagora before reaching Mhamid, at the gateway to the Sahara Desert.
From Mhamid, board a 4×4 vehicle and travel across desert tracks towards the dunes of Erg Chegaga. Cross wild desert landscapes before arriving at your camp.
Enjoy the sunset over the dunes and take a camel ride. In the evening, have dinner at the camp and spend the night beneath the starry Saharan sky.
Day 3: Erg Chegaga – Lake Iriki – Foum Zguid – Taznakht – Ouarzazate
Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, continue your 4×4 journey through the Chegaga desert and across the landscapes around Lake Iriki.
Reach Foum Zguid and continue towards Taznakht, a region known for its traditional carpets and craftsmanship. Cross the landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains before arriving in Ouarzazate. Overnight in Ouarzazate.
Day 4: Ouarzazate – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
After breakfast, set off towards Marrakech. Cross the High Atlas Mountains and pass through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
Stop along the way to admire the scenery and take photographs. Arrive in Marrakech in the afternoon or early evening, depending on traffic and the stops along the route. This marks the end of your 4-day Marrakech to Chegaga desert tour.
Included
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver.
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech.
- Fuel and transportation costs.
- 4×4 excursion between Mhamid, Chegaga and Foum Zguid.
- Three nights of accommodation.
- Breakfasts and dinners according to the accommodation arrangements.
- One night at a desert camp in Erg Chegaga.
- Camel ride across the dunes.
- Assistance throughout the tour.
Excluded
- International flights and travel insurance.
- Lunches and drinks.
- Dinners not included in the accommodation arrangements.
- Local guides at kasbahs and monuments.
- Entrance fees to attractions and monuments.
- Personal expenses and tips.
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Marrakech to Chegaga tour last?
The tour lasts 4 days and includes 3 nights of accommodation.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, you travel with your own driver in a private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Which places will we discover during the tour?
You will visit the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Agdz, the Draa Valley, Zagora, Mhamid and the dunes of Chegaga.
How do we reach the dunes of Chegaga?
You will travel by 4×4 from Mhamid across the desert tracks to the dunes.
How many nights do we spend in the desert?
You will spend one night at a desert camp in the heart of the Erg Chegaga dunes.
Is the camel ride included?
Yes, the tour includes a camel ride across the dunes at sunset.
Can we watch the sunrise in the desert?
Yes, you can wake up early to admire the first light of the day over the dunes.
