Discover the highlights of southern Morocco with this 6 day Erg Chegaga desert tour from Ouarzazate. Journey through the spectacular Dadès Valley, rugged Saghro Mountains, and lush Draa Valley, stopping to visit traditional Berber villages, ancient kasbahs, and breathtaking desert scenery.
Travel onwards to M’Hamid, the gateway to the Sahara, and then head off-road to the stunning dunes of Erg Chegaga. Camel rides at sunset, unforgettable nights in a desert camp under the stars, and the tranquility and beauty of Morocco’s largest dune system.
Your adventure starts in the morning from Ouarzazate, aboard a comfortable 4×4. Journey through the stunning Skoura Oasis, renowned for its palm groves and historic kasbahs, and then proceed to the Rose Valley through Kelaa M’Gouna. Take in the scenic views at traditional Berber villages and enjoy a brief stroll through the verdant gardens lining the M’Goun River.
In the afternoon, head to the spectacular Dadès Valley, passing ancient kasbahs and dramatic rock formations. Arrive at your hotel in the Dadès Gorges, stopping first at the famous viewpoint overlooking the “Monkey Fingers”.
After breakfast, discover the impressive Dadès Gorges and have a walk in the valley. Head south over the wild Saghro Mountains by way of the beautiful Tizi n’Tazazert Pass, with stunning vistas of volcanic scenery and isolated Berber villages.
Arrive in the oasis village of N’Kob, famous for its traditional kasbahs and palm groves. Dîner et nuit dans un charmant hôtel de kasbah.
Today, journey through the magnificent Draa Valley, home to one of Morocco’s biggest palm groves. Take to the off-road tracks and quiet roads, passing ancient ksour, villages of mud brick and endless plantations of date palms.
Arrive at Zagora, the gateway to the Sahara Desert. Spend the evening unwinding in a traditional riad before dinner and an overnight stay.
After breakfast, drive to the village of Tamgroute, famous for its centuries-old Koranic library and traditional green pottery workshops. Head south on the road to M’Hamid, the last village before the vast Sahara.
Your exciting off-road adventure into the desert begins here, heading towards the impressive dunes of Erg Chegaga. Upon arrival, take a camel ride over the golden dunes at sunset. Dinner, traditional music at the campfire and overnight in a luxury desert camp under the stars
Wake early to see a spectacular Saharan sunrise. After breakfast, explore the surrounding dunes, desert landscapes and hidden oases all day. Meet local nomadic families and learn about their traditional way of life.
Lunch in the desert, then back to camp for a relaxing evening. Dinner and overnight in the desert camp.
After breakfast leave the desert and cross the huge dry surface of Lake Iriqui. Continue through spectacular desert scenery to Foum Zguid and then rejoin the paved road.
Continue to Ouarzazate with a stop in Tazenakht, renowned for its handwoven Berber carpets. You reach in the late afternoon and end your unforgettable Sahara adventure.
