BEST 3 DAYS ERG CHIGAGA DESERT TOUR FROM MARRAKECH

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Check out your best private 3 Days Erg Chigaga Desert Tour from Marrakech, is your best chance to experience and discover the largest desert sand dunes in Morocco at a glance. This is the best 3 Days Erg Chigaga Desert Tour from Marrakech: It will introduce you to the scenic landscapes along the Draa Valley and the Great Desert of Erg Chigaga.

The first day of private 3 Days Erg Chigaga Desert Tour from Marrakech, Drive through the High Atlas Mountains and visit a Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou. Before reaching Ouarzazate, you can visit the Atlas Film Studios, and view the sets of many Hollywood movies still in place here. Before evening, join our desert camp in Zagora. Settle in your private tent, join romantic dinner and Music around the camp fire.

With our private 3 Days Erg Chigaga Desert Tour from Marrakech, we will reaching in second day the Tamegroute town before Erg Chigaga Sahara desert to visit the Green Pottery Cooperative, the Quranic Library and its wonderful manuscripts, have that peak experience of riding camel around the Erg Chigaga and admire sunset over the largest sand dunes in Morocco. The tert day of our 3 Days Erg Chigaga Desert Tour from Marrakech, the wonder continues as you drive off-road in the Sahara Desert, hunt for fossils in the dry lake of Iriqui, and get to know Berber carpet-making skills in Taznakht. That would be the highlight of your best private 3-day Sahara Desert tour to Erg Chigaga from Marrakech.

Note / Private 3 days Desert Tour From Marrakech to Erg Chigaga

Well, this Private Marrakech to Chigaga sahara desert tour, with options for customization based on your preferences.

For this For this 3-Day Marrakech to Erg Chigaga Tour, you can choose to spend both nights at Luxury Desert Camps.

Please note that you could; Start your Erg Chigaga Desert Tour From Marrakech from Marrakesh Menara Airport, Agadir, Ouarzazazate.

Best Private 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech To Erg Chigaga - Itinerary :

DAY: 1

Marrakech ❯  Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah ❯  Agdez  ❯  Zagora Desert

The 3-day Sahara Desert tour to Erg Chigaga from Marrakech will begin in the morning at 8:00 AM from your hotel or riad. We will head towards the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the famous Tizi N-Tichka Pass to reach Pasha Glaoui’s Telouet Kasbah. From there, we’ll continue to Ait Benhaddou, traveling along an ancient caravan trail and through the beautiful Ounila Valley, which is bordered by traditional Berber villages. After driving through Ouarzazate, we’ll stop for a tasty lunch before continuing south over the Tizi-n-Tinfifte Pass to Agdez. As we descend from the pass, you’ll be amazed by the view of the expansive oasis and the numerous palm trees, marking the start of the Draa Valley. This fertile valley is home to thousands of date palms, producing over 25 varieties of high-quality dates. The harvest season runs from September to a few months after, making it the perfect time to stop in Agdez and enjoy the freshest dates. We will continue through the Draa Valley, passing rows of palm trees and ancient Ksours (fortified villages), until we reach Zagora at the end of the day. Here, we’ll have dinner and spend the night at the Zagora Standard Desert Camp.

DAY: 2

Zagora Desert ❯  Tamgroute ❯  M'hamid  ❯  Erg Chigaga

Our departure will begin after breakfast as we head towards Tamgroute, where we will visit the Zaouia, an ancient Koranic library, the traditional pottery workshops, and an underground Kasbah. From there, we will continue on to M'hamid, the gateway to the desert and the point where the paved road ends. For lunch, we’ll enjoy a barbecue in an oasis, a perfect way to refresh and experience the desert’s unique atmosphere. Next, we embark on a thrilling 60 km off-road journey towards the majestic Erg Chegaga dunes, rising 300 meters high. The route will take us through a diverse array of desert landscapes, including ergs (sand dunes), hammadas (stony deserts), and scattered oases. These dunes are far from civilization, offering an authentic and peaceful desert experience where the vast silence and expansive sand dunes are truly awe-inspiring. Upon arrival at Erg Chegaga, you’ll have the chance to enjoy a camel ride around the towering dunes for about an hour, giving you a chance to fully immerse yourself in the beauty of the Sahara. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a traditional dinner at the Erg Chigaga Standard Desert Camp, where you’ll spend the night in your private tent. The camp features comfortable beds, beautiful Moroccan furniture, and a serene ambiance, enhanced by candlelight. It’s the perfect setting to relax and reflect on the beauty and tranquility of the desert.

DAY: 3

Erg Chigaga ❯  Foum Zguid ❯  Taznakht  ❯  Marrakech

After breakfast, our desert adventure continues as we head west, traversing another 90 km of the Sahara desert. Along the way, we’ll pass through a variety of landscapes, including the vast Lake Iriki, where you'll likely encounter shimmering mirages in the heat. We'll also pass by the mountains, fossil sites, and nomadic families living in their tents, offering a glimpse into traditional desert life. Our route follows part of the historic Paris-Dakar Rally track, adding a sense of adventure to the journey. Next, we make our way to Foum Zguid, the first village after the desert, where the paved road begins. Here, we'll stop for a picnic lunch in an oasis, surrounded by the refreshing desert landscape. After lunch, we continue towards Ouarzazate, passing through the town of Taznakht, known for its traditional Berber rug-making. We will also pass through the village of Amerzgan, offering another insight into the local culture. Finally, after a scenic journey across the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, we will arrive back in Marrakech in the late afternoon, completing our 3-day Sahara Desert tour to Erg Chigaga.

 Services Included:

• Pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech at 8:30 AM.
• Private 4x4 vehicle with an English-speaking driver..
• Flexible driver ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
• Visit to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (UNESCO World Heritage site).
• Overnight stays in private standard tents at two different desert camps.
• Welcome tea and nuts at the desert camp.
• Sunset and stargazing at the camp.
• All meals included (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) at the desert camps.
• Camel rides and sandboarding activities.
• Visit to Kasbah Tamegroute and the Green Ceramics Cooperative.
• Traditional dinner with entertainment around a bonfire.
• Return journey through Ariqi Lake, Foum Zguid, and Taznakht Village.
• Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech.
• Tour Tax Included – All taxes related to the tour are included in the price.

 Not included:

• Alcoholic and fresh beverages
• Personal expenses
• Two lunch meals
• Optional entry fees
• Tipping

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