Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Erg Chigaga
Jemaa el-Fnaa - Start your journey at 8:00 from by 4×4, we are headed south crossing the High Atlas at Tizi-n-Tichka pass (2260 meters). Shortly before we reach Ouarzazate, we will stop to visit the Kasbah Ait-Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987.
Tizi n Tichka - Headed south crossing the High Atlas at Tizi-n-Tichka pass (2260 meters). Shortly before we reach Ouarzazate,
Erg Chigaga - 4x4 driver who will drive you closer to Erg Chigaga, the biggest sand dunes in Morocco. Enjoy lunch at an oasis, in the shade of palm and tamarisk trees. In the afternoon we will continue along sandy roads, and reach Erg Chigaga
Erg Chigaga – M’hamid – Zagora – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Nationalpark D’Iriqui - After enjoying a picturesque sunrise upon the sand dunes and a refreshing breakfast at the camp, we take a short off road ride to the village of Mhamid, once used as one stop destination for the trading caravans.
The tour continues to the gorgeous village of Tamegrout where you will visit an ancient library with manuscripts of mathematics, theology, astrology, etc.
You will also have the possibility to visit a local pottery factory and an underground Kasbah.
We drive along the Draa valley admiring the palm groves and the old tribal Ksours via Zagora and Agdz to reach the “Hollywood of Africa” named Ouarzazate.
After lunch, we drive back to Marrakech past the stunning Atlas Mountains scenery.
Taourirt Kasbah - Discovering the hidden treasures of the Southern region. The journey continues on to Ouarzazate where you’ll visit the Kasbah Taourirt and lunch will be served. In the afternoon, we drive back to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains and reach the red city in the evening.
Jemaa el-Fnaa - Your accomodation in the Red City .
- One night stay in desert accommodations.
- Full board with breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
- Afternoon tea experience.
- Complimentary tea and coffee.
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges covered.
- Gratuities included.
- Soda /Drinks
From your lodging in Marrakech, your chauffeur will fetch you at 7.30 am to embark on a captivating journey to the Sahara desert of Erg Chigaga. The first captivating stopover is the stunning High Atlas Mountains, adorned with remarkable landscapes and Berber villages. Following that, we proceed to the Berber hamlet of Taznakht, where you get an opportunity to visit a women’s association that manufactures hand woven Berber carpets. Understand the diversified techniques employed, like weaving, knotting and embroidering. Post lunch break, the expedition continues to Foum Zguid, from where we take an off-road path via the arid lake of Iriqui to reach our destination.
Finally, we arrive at the calm and serene entrance of the Sahara desert, where you can marvel at the magnificent sunset or sunrise during a 2 hour camel ride guided tour. You will be staying overnight at the Nomad Standard Camp, Erg Chigaga, with half board included.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
