06 days Morocco desert tour to Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga dunes from Marrakech.
Description :
06-days Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to explore the Berber villages and Old Kasbahs crossing the Atlas Mountains, to verdant valleys and dramatic gorges to discover the immense Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi and Erg Chegaga for camel trek adventure and celestial overnights in tents or under the gleaming stars filled sky.
Highlights :
- Drive through the scenic landscapes of the Atlas Mountains.
- Explore old Kasbahs & authentic Berber villages.
- Ride camels in the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi & Erg Chigaga.
- Spend a celestial overnight in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga Desert.
- Taste delicious traditional local food.
- Refresh yourself driving through the Canyons of Todra gorges.
- Drive through the 1000 Kasbahs old Caravan road.
- Refresh yourself driving through the shadowy groves of Draa Valley.
Introduction :
06-days Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to the most surprising and incredible places highly recommended to everyone who loves nature, adventure and tranquility. You will have the opportunity to visit the enchanting Erg Chebbi and the magical Erg Chegaga dunes, which is a unique experience that will last you for a lifetime.
Program details :
Day 1 : Marrakech - Ait benhadou - Rose valley - Dades gorges
- 06 days Morocco desert tour to Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga dunes from Marrakech.
Pick up from Marrakech and travel south venturing through the magnificent Atlas Mountains offering spectacular panoramic views and an impressive landscape to the authentic Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou one of the most spectacular fortresses in the South of Morocco and a UNESCO world heritage site. We arrive 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. After lunch at "The Hollywood of Africa" Ouarzazate, we continue our desert tour to the valley of Roses known for its annual festival during the roses harvest in May. Spend the night with dinner in Dades valley.
Meals: Dinner included.
Day 2 : Dades gorges - Todra gorges - Erfoud - Erg Chebbi dunes
- 06 days Morocco desert tour to Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga dunes from Marrakech.
After breakfast, we start our day with a drive towards the Todra Gorges where many of rock climbers come to enjoy their preferred sport. Later we continue our journey, following the ancient Bedouin trading routes parallel with the Middle Atlas, passing a series of the fortified villages with outstanding architecture. The route to Erfoud is one of the most pleasing of all the Southern routes. The town is in a dry red built of desert and was built by the French as a central administration town. It is known for its rich black fossils marble. The stone is sculpted to bring the fossils into relief on everything from ashtrays to washbasins and more. We head down to the spectacular Merzouga dunes where sand dunes signify the start of the mighty Sahara Desert. We leave our vehicle and take a camel ride into the desert of Erg Chebbi. As night falls, you will enjoy a Gala dinner with festivity to celebrate the New Year Eve in the middle of the Sahara Desert.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert - Draa Valley - Zagora
- 06 days Morocco desert tour to Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga dunes from Marrakech.
After enjoying a picturesque sunrise upon the stunning dunes, you will have breakfast in the camp. Then, you will ride camel back to the meeting point with your driver. You will start your day with an interesting visit to the fossils workshops followed by a stop in Rissani village. The tour continues south to reach the magnificent Draa valley with its vast palms and old villages. You will have a stop for lunch in Alnif. Then, continue via Agdez where once the trading caravans travelled to Timbuktu on a long trip that lasted 52 days. Arrive to Zagora for the overnight with dinner in a Riad or hotel.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.
Day 4: Zagora - Tamgeroute - M'hamid - Erg Chigaga
- 06 days Morocco desert tour to Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga dunes from Marrakech.
Today we drive towards Tamgerout to visit the famous Koran Library and subterranean Kasbah and the Manufacture of pottery. Then, continue towards the desert gate M’hamid for lunch. 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 ridding camels in Eg Chigaga dunes. Spend the overnight with dinner in a desert camp or under a star-filled sky.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.
Day 5: Erg Chigaga - Iriqui lake - Taznakht - Ouarzazate
- 06 days Morocco desert tour to Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga dunes from Marrakech.
We will wake up early to witness the spectacle of the sunrise from the top of the dunes of Erg Chigaga. After breakfast, say goodbye to our Berber team in the camp. Then, we make our journey back in 4x4 Jeep to the city of Marrakech. We will follow the old Paris-Dakar road through Iriqui Lake to Foum Zguid village. We arrive to Ouarzazate for the overnight with dinner in a Riad or hotel.
Meals: Dinner & Breakfast included.
Day 6: Ouarzazate - Telouat Kasbah - Marrakech
- 06 days Morocco desert tour to Erg Chebbi and Erg Chigaga dunes from Marrakech.
After breakfast, you will start exploring the Hollywood of Africa Ouarzazate. You will visit the authentic Kasbah of Taourit as well as the Cinema Atlas Studio where several movies were shot such as: The Jewel of the Nile, The Mummy, Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven, Babel, Game of Thrones… etc. Afterwards, drive through the scenic views and landscapes of the Atlas Mountains with an optional visit to the Kasbah of Telouat. We reach the red city Marrakech by the sunset.
Meals: Breakfast included
Inclusions :
- Private air conditioned 4x4 Jeep at disposal.
- Private English Speaking driver throughout your Journey.
- 03 nights' Accommodation in the category of hotel chosen.
- 02 nights' Accommodation in the tented desert camps in Erg Chebbi & Erg Chigaga.
- Daily breakfast.
- Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Camel treks, where applicable, with the services of a local camel guide.
Exclusions :
- Travel Insurance.
- Lunches.
- Drinks.
- Tips.
What you expect :
Travel through the High Atlas Mountains; enjoy the lush forest area and the sight of Berber homes.
Discover the hidden delights of a desert camp in the desert of Merzouga. Savor a magical sunset and dine under the stars while enjoying a musical performance by a local band.
Explore Todra Gorges, where a trench of gigantic rock walls that, change color and run through the High Atlas Mountains creating an absolutely magnificent spectacle.
Visit the ancient Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou that was used as a backdrop for legendary Hollywood movies like Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia and Jewel of the Nile.
Refresh yourself driving through the shadowy groves of Draa Valley.
Spend a celestial overnight in a desert camp in Erg Chigaga.
Additional Info :
You will receive the final confirmation at time of booking.Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults.
Adult pricing applies to all travelers over 12 years.
Vegetarian food option is available during the tour.
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Good to know :
Pick Up : MarrakechDrop Off : Marrakech
Group Size : 02 people and more
Duration : 06 days/ 05 nights
Transportation : 4x4 Jeep
Guide : English/French/Spanish/Italian/German/Portuguese
Accommodation : Authentic Guest Houses/Kasbah Hotels/Desert Camps.
Clothing : Depends on the season of your travel to Morocco.
Note :
The price for the tours will be dependent on numbers, the higher the number of people in your party the lower the cost per person.All accommodation will be private, you will only share vehicles, if applicable.
We are not liable for personal injury or loss of your own property. You should take reasonable care with your belongings at all times.
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