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Summary: 4 days to Chegaga Desert tour

This authentic 4 days to Chegaga Desert tour offers a wild and adventurous Sahara experience. Unlike the more popular Erg Chebbi, Erg Chegaga is a hidden gem that promises unique landscapes and thrilling road trips. Along the journey, enjoy breathtaking views of Berber villages nestled in the High Atlas Mountains, visit Ouarzazate—nicknamed the “Hollywood of Africa”—and marvel at the lush palm groves of the Draa Valley. This tour also provides a fantastic opportunity to spend a magical night under the starry desert sky in a luxury camp.

Tour Highlights: Erg Chegaga Desert Tour

  • Traverse the scenic High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka pass.
  • Visit the UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
  • Explore Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa.”
  • Admire the palm groves of the Draa Valley.
  • Ride camels across the remote Erg Chegaga dunes.
  • Witness breathtaking sunsets over the Sahara.
  • Spend a night under the stars in a luxury desert camp.
  • Cross the Iriqui salt flats and explore desert landscapes.
  • Discover Berber culture in Taznakht village.
  • Visit the historical Telouet Kasbah in the High Atlas.

Itinerary: 4 days to Chegaga Desert tour

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ouarzazate – Zagora

Your adventure begins in the morning with a pick-up from your riad in Marrakech. We will drive through the Tizi n’Tichka pass, offering spectacular views of the majestic High Atlas Mountains. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the cinema studios in Ouarzazate, where movies like Gladiator, Indiana Jones, and Lawrence of Arabia were filmed.

After lunch, we continue our journey towards Zagora, passing through the Draa Valley with its stunning palm groves and the Anti-Atlas Mountains. The day ends with an overnight stay at a hotel in Zagora, where you can relax and enjoy dinner.

Day 2: Zagora – M’Hamid – Erg Chegaga

After breakfast at your hotel, we’ll head towards M’Hamid, the last town before the desert begins, passing through the village of Tamgroute. In M’Hamid, enjoy a leisurely lunch before we embark on an exciting journey to the Erg Chegaga dunes. As we traverse the desert, you’ll encounter various landscapes, including hammadas (rocky plateaus) and oases.

At Erg Chegaga, marvel at the towering dunes, far removed from civilization, where the silence of the Sahara is truly mesmerizing. Ride camels across the dunes, and as the sun sets, watch the sands change colors in a breathtaking display. In the evening, enjoy a traditional dinner under the stars by the campfire, accompanied by live music from local nomads. Spend the night in a luxurious Sahara desert camp.

Day 3: Erg Chegaga – Foum Zguid – Ouarzazate

After a delicious breakfast, we set out across 100 kilometers of diverse desert landscapes. You’ll cross the dry salt lake of Iriqui and the Anti-Atlas Mountains, following the historic route of the Paris-Dakar Rally. Our journey continues to Foum Zguid, the first village after the desert, where paved roads resume.

After a relaxing lunch, we proceed to the Berber village of Taznakht, renowned for its vibrant carpets and rugs. By late afternoon, we’ll arrive in Ouarzazate for dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 4: Ouarzazate – Telouet Kasbah – Marrakech

After breakfast, your driver will pick you up for the final day of the tour. We’ll visit the Telouet Kasbah, a historical marvel located in the High Atlas Mountains. From there, we continue through the scenic Tizi n’Tichka pass, with lunch en route, either in Ait Ben Haddou or a charming spot in the Atlas Mountains.

We aim to reach Marrakech around 5:00 PM, marking the end of your unforgettable 4-day Erg Chegaga Desert Tour.

Booking Information: 4 days to Chegaga Desert tour

Tour Duration: 4 Days
Starting Location: Marrakech
Ending Location: Marrakech
Departure Time: 8:30 AM
Confirmation: Received upon booking

Included: 

  • Private, comfortable 4×4 vehicle
  • English-speaking driver
  • Pick-up from your hotel/airport
  • Hotel accommodation in Zagora and Ouarzazate
  • Luxury desert camp in Erg Chegaga with a private, equipped tent
  • Visits to all major attractions along the route
  • Dinner and breakfast

Excluded:

  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Tips

Note: This 4 day Erg Chegaga Desert Tour can be customized according to your preferences. Let us know your desires, and we will tailor the itinerary to meet your expectations. We’re arranging an alternative 4 days itinerary to Merzouga as well.

 

Er chegaga desert tour
Erg Chegaga Desert tour