If you have little time but anxiously wish to get a glimpse over the Sahara desert, this is an ideal trip through the Atlas Mountains and Authentic Kasbah to achieve the desert of Erg Chigaga.
Itinerary details :
Day 1 : Marrakech - Ait Benhadou - Ouarzazate - Draa valley - Zagora
After breakfast, we leave Marrakech venturing through the magnificent Atlas Mountains and the pass of Tichka (2260 m), offering an impressive landscape in the heart of the Atlas Mountain chain to Ouarzazate where many famous movies have been shot such Alexander the Great, The Mummy, The jewel of the Nile, Kingdom of heaven Etc...The scenery is absolutely stunning. We stop in the kasbah of Ait Benhaddou one of the most spectacular fortresses in the South of Morocco and a UNESCO world heritage site. Lunch in Ouarzazate as "The Hollywood of Africa". We continue our journey to the Draa valley at the length of 200 km before we achieve Zagora. Overnight with dinner at the hotel.
Day 2 : Zagora - Tamgeroute - M'hamid - Erg Chigaga
After breakfast, we drive into Tamgerout to visit the famous Koran Library and subterranean Kasbah and the Manufacture of pottery. Then, continue towards M’hamid for lunch on the place. In the afternoon, after one hour and half camel ride, we take a track which carries out through the rocky desert scenery to the sand dunes of Chigaga that spread over 40 km. Welcome drink. Then you enjoy the sunset. Overnight in a desert camp or under a star-filled sky with evening meal and breakfast included..
Day 3 : Erg Chigaga - Iriqui lake - Foum Zguid - Taznakht - Marrakech
After breakfast in Erg Chigaga desert camp, departure with 4x4 jeeps via the old Paris - Dakar race road to Foum Zguid crossing Iriqui lake, lunch break in the Berber village of Taznakht. We arrive to Marrakech at app. 18.30.
Erg Chigaga Three Days Desert Tour Info :
Duration: 3 Days & 2 Nights
Departure: 7/8 AM
Starting location : Marrakech
Ending location : Marrakech
Erg ChigagaThree Days Desert Tour Highlights :
Ride a camel as you trek over Morocco Sahara Desert.
Play a drum around the campfire after feasting on a traditional Moroccan meal.
Sleep under the stars and watch the sun rise over the dunes of the Sahara Desert.
Experience the lifestyle of desert nomads as you sip tea and share meals with Berbers.
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What is Included :
-Private transportation (A/C comfortable 4WD/Minivan/Minibus)
-Professional English speaking driver during the trip
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Camel trek to overnight in nomad desert camp with guide (private tents)
-Pick up & drop off at your accommodation in Marrakech
-Accommodation in typical hotels, Riads and tents with dinner & breakfast
-Berber Music Entertainment
-Free time to explore the sites such as Kasbahs, Valleys, Walks, Breaks for photos ... Etc
What is Excluded :
-Flights.
-Travel Insurance.
-Beverages & Lunches.
-Tips.
Note :
⇒ The price depends on the number of travelers.
⇒ If the itineraries that we offer do not match what you're looking for, contact us and we will prepare the trip as to your needs and requirements.
⇒ If a long Camel trek & overnight in the camp is not for you can still enjoy the sunset with a shorter camel trek or a walk and spend the night in the Hotel.
⇒ Child Policy : 50% off for children under 12 years with maximum 1 child per family.