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Experience the magic of the Moroccan Sahara with our unforgettable Marrakech Desert Trip to Chegaga. This 4-day desert adventure takes you from the vibrant city of Marrakech across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tichka Pass, through stunning landscapes and traditional Berber villages. Explore Ouarzazate and the Draa Valley before arriving in Mhamid, where the paved road ends and the true desert begins.
Enjoy a camel ride across the dunes of Mhamid and continue your journey by 4×4 to the remote Chegaga dunes, the highest and most spectacular in southern Morocco. Witness incredible sunsets, dine under the stars, and sleep in a traditional Berber tent for a truly authentic Sahara experience.
On your return, travel across the dried Iriqui Lake and stop in Taznakht, known for its saffron and handmade carpets, before reaching Ouarzazate and finally Marrakech.
Perfect for adventure lovers and cultural explorers, this tour blends breathtaking desert scenery with local heritage, offering a once-in-a-lifetime Moroccan experience. Book your Chegaga desert trip from Marrakech today!
Highlights of Marrakech Desert Trip To Chegaga
- Explore Ouarzazate and the lush Draa Valley
- Reach Mhamid, gateway to the true Sahara desert.
- Camel trek through Mhamid dunes followed by 4×4 adventure to the majestic Chegaga dunes.
- Experience stunning desert sunsets, traditional Berber camp dinners, and overnight stays in tents under the stars
- Stop in Taznakht, famous for saffron and Berber carpets.
- Trip Type:
- Trip Length : 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Transportation : 4x4
- Accomodation : Riad, Hotel, Camp
- Best Season : September to May
- Departure City : Marrakech
- Arrival City : Marrakech
Marrakech Desert Trip To Chegaga Itinerary
Day 01 : Marrakech | Ouarzazate | Zagora | Mhamid
Depart early in the morning from Marrakech and journey through the stunning High Atlas Mountains via the Tichka Pass, reaching an altitude of 2,260 meters, en route to Ouarzazate. Continue your adventure toward Zagora, passing through the scenic town of Agdez in the Draa Valley. Along the way, stop in the village of Tamgroute to visit its historic Koranic library and traditional pottery workshops. Arrive in Mhamid, the gateway to the Sahara Desert, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and spend the night under the stars in a Berber tent.
Day 02 : Mhamid | Dunes of chegaga
After breakfast, begin your desert adventure with a 1.5 to 2-hour camel ride through the golden dunes of Mhamid, experiencing the tranquil beauty of the Sahara at a slow, traditional pace. Then, set off by 4×4 vehicle toward the majestic dunes of Chegaga, some of the largest and most breathtaking in Morocco. Upon arrival, take in the stunning sunset over the vast sea of sand. Enjoy a traditional dinner and spend the night in a desert camp, sleeping under the stars in a Berber tent amidst the magical silence of the Sahara.
Day 03 : Desert of Chegaga | Iriqui Lake | Foum Zguid | Ouarzazate
Wake up early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the Chegaga dunes, followed by a hearty breakfast in the desert camp. Afterward, depart the vast dunes by 4×4, crossing the stunning, remote landscape of the dried Iriqui Lake on your way to Foum Zguid. Continue the journey through the town of Taznakht, known as Morocco’s capital of saffron and traditional Berber carpets. Arrive in Ouarzazate by evening for dinner and an overnight stay at a comfortable hotel.
Day 04 : Ouarzazate | Ait benhaddou | Marrakech
After breakfast, begin the day with a guided visit to the Kasbah of Taourirt, a historic fortress located in the heart of Ouarzazate. Then explore the city’s famous cinema studios, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” where many international films and TV series were filmed. Continue to the iconic UNESCO-listed village of Ait Benhaddou, a beautifully preserved ksar that has served as the backdrop for numerous movies and shows. In the afternoon, journey back to Marrakech through the scenic High Atlas Mountains.
Includes in this Tour
- Transport Toyota 4×4 for 3 days, our drivers speak a basic English.
- All your standard Meals (3 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 3 dinners) during 3 days.
- 3 nights in half Board including one night under berber tent among the desert sand dunes of Merzouga, water outside of the hotels.
Excludes in this Tour
- Lunch and dinner in Marrakech.
- All kinds of drinks like beer, coke/fanta/sprite, and alcohol.
- Travel Insurance (Essential).
- Tips for staffs and drivers.
- Other items not mentioned over in package included.