Ouarzazate Desert Tour To Mhamid and Erg Chegaga 3 days
- Trip Type: Desert Tour & Camel Riding
- Duration : 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Pick-up : Ouarzazate
- Drop-off : Ouarzazate
- Difficulty : Easy
The Ouarzazate desert tour to Mhamid and Erg Chegaga is one of the best ways to explore the wild and authentic Moroccan Sahara Desert. This unforgettable Sahara journey takes you from Ouarzazate to the golden dunes of Mhamid and the spectacular dunes of Erg Chegaga, offering a complete and immersive desert experience.
This Ouarzazate desert tour to Mhamid and Erg Chegaga is perfect for travelers looking for a real Sahara adventure, including camel trekking, 4×4 desert excursions, luxury desert camp accommodation, and breathtaking sunsets and sunrises over the dunes.
Travel through the magnificent Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest valley, known for its palm groves, kasbahs, and ancient caravan routes. Pass by Zagora, often called the gateway to the Sahara, before reaching Mhamid, the last village before the vast desert begins.
From Mhamid, your Ouarzazate desert tour to Mhamid and Erg Chegaga continues deep into the Sahara. Enjoy a camel ride in Mhamid desert, crossing golden dunes at sunset. Experience the magic of a traditional Berber evening in a Sahara desert camp with Moroccan dinner, live drum music, and a night under the stars.
The highlight of the tour is the impressive Erg Chegaga dunes, one of the largest and highest dune systems in the Moroccan Sahara. Accessible only by 4×4, Erg Chegaga offers a wild, off-the-beaten-path desert adventure far from crowded tourist areas. Here, you can admire panoramic views, enjoy sandboarding, capture stunning desert photography, and witness a spectacular sunrise over the Sahara dunes.
This Ouarzazate to Mhamid and Erg Chegaga desert tour is ideal for couples, families, solo travelers, and small groups seeking a complete Moroccan Sahara experience. Whether you are looking for adventure, culture, photography, or relaxation, this tour combines the best of the desert in one exceptional journey.
Book your Ouarzazate desert tour to Mhamid and Erg Chegaga today and discover the beauty, silence, and authenticity of the Moroccan Sahara Desert.
Ouarzazate Desert Tour To Mhamid and Erg Chegaga Highlights
- Authentic Sahara desert tour from Ouarzazate
- Camel ride in Mhamid desert.
- Overnight in luxury or standard desert camp.
- Explore the majestic dunes of Erg Chegaga.
- Scenic drive through Draa Valley and Zagora.
- Off-road 4×4 desert adventure.
- Ideal 3-day Moroccan Sahara experience.
- Best Price Guaranteed.
- Best Travel experiences with Professional Local Guide.
- Personal Care and Service
- No hidden fees.
Mhamid desert and Erg Chegaga Tour from Ouarzazate itinerary
Day 1: Ouarzazate | Draa Valley | Mhamid :
- Early morning departure from your hotel in Ouarzazate for Zagora desert tour in southern Morocco.
- Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains, with panoramic views of rocky plateaus and traditional Berber villages.
- After approximately 60 km of driving, arrive in Agdez, the gateway to the Draa Valley where Morocco’s longest valley begins.
- Drive along the spectacular Draa Valley, famous for its lush palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and traditional desert scenery, on the way to Zagora.
- Stop for lunch in a local restaurant and enjoy authentic Moroccan cuisine.
- Continue to Tamgroute to visit the traditional pottery workshops, known for its green glazed ceramics.
- Afterward, drive towards the desert dunes of Erg Lihoudi, a peaceful Sahara destination near Zagora.
- Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome mint tea before starting a one-hour camel trek in Erg Lihoudi, experiencing the magic of the Moroccan Sahara and watching a desert sunset.
- Dinner and overnight stay at a desert camp in Erg Lihoudi, including traditional Moroccan food and a night in the Sahara Desert.
Day 2: Mhamid Desert | Chegaga Dunes :
- Wake up early to admire a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes of Erg Lihoudi.
- After breakfast at the desert camp, begin your desert trekking experience (2 to 3 hours walk), another unique way to explore the spectacular landscapes of the Moroccan Sahara and fully enjoy your Chegaga desert tour.
- Stop at lunchtime to enjoy a picnic in the heart of the desert.
- Departure by 4×4 towards the great dunes of Chegaga, crossing sand dunes, rocky desert (reg), and hidden oases, a true Morocco desert adventure.
- After a traditional mint tea break in the Chegaga desert, walk across the dunes and climb to the top for a romantic and unforgettable Sahara sunset.
- Dinner and overnight stay at a desert camp in Erg Chegaga, including traditional Moroccan cuisine and a magical night under the stars in the Sahara Desert.
Day 3: Erg Chegaga | Iriqui lake | Taznakht | Ouarzazate :
- Early in the morning, enjoy a spectacular sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chegaga, one of the most authentic and remote areas of the Sahara Desert Morocco.
- After breakfast at the desert camp, take a short walk across the vast sand dunes of the Chegaga desert, fully immersing yourself in the beauty of the Moroccan Sahara.
- Meet your 4×4 driver and begin an exciting off-road adventure to Foum Zguid via the legendary old Paris-Dakar rally track and the dry Iriki Lake, a highlight of any Morocco desert tour.
- Continue by asphalt road to Taznakht, a town renowned for its traditional Berber carpets and high-quality Moroccan saffron.
- Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before heading towards Ait Benhaddou.
- Visit the ancient ksar of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, famous for its impressive kasbah architecture and international film locations.
- At the end of the day, return to Ouarzazate.
Included in the price
- Official Tour Guide
- Transportation in 4×4with driver and Fuel.
- Pick-up from and drop-off at your hotel in Ouarzazate.
- One night in desert camp in Erg Lihoudi Desert (private tent in Basic or a luxury camp according to your budget)
- One night in desert camp in Erg Chegaga dunes (private tent in Basic or a luxury camp according to your budget)
- Dinner and Breakfast in Erg Lihoudi and Chegaga Desert Camp
- Desert Camel riding in Mhamid Desert ( One Camel each )
- Possibility to go for short hiking on the Dunes.
Not included in the price
- Travel Insurance (Essential).
- Lunches during the Trip.
- All kinds of drinks like beer, coke/fanta/sprite, and alcohol.
- Monuments entrance fees.
- Other items not mentioned over in package included.
We’re here to help you with any questions/ requests you may have. Please feel free to contact us, we will assist you in planning your trip and make your Moroccan adventure unforgettable.
- +212 666 286 631
- +212 666 286 631
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