- 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.
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- Best Travel experiences with Professional Local Guide.
- Personal Care and Service
- No hidden fees.
Mhamid desert and Erg Chegaga Tour from Ouarzazate itinerary
Early in the morning, depart from your hotel in Ouarzazate for a Zagora desert tour in southern Morocco. Along the way, 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. From there, continue along the spectacular Draa Valley, famous for its lush palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and traditional desert scenery, as you head toward Zagora.
During the journey, stop for lunch at a local restaurant and enjoy authentic Moroccan cuisine. Then continue to Tamgroute to visit the traditional pottery workshops, known for their distinctive 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 across the dunes, where you will experience the magic of the Moroccan Sahara and watch a beautiful desert sunset.
Finally, enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a desert camp in Erg Lihoudi, including traditional Moroccan food and an unforgettable night in the Sahara Desert.
Wake up early to admire a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes of Erg Lihoudi. After breakfast at the desert camp, begin your trekking experience with a 2 to 3-hour walk, offering another unique way to explore the spectacular landscapes of the Moroccan Sahara and fully enjoy your Chegaga desert tour.
Around midday, stop to enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the desert, surrounded by the silence and beauty of the vast desert. In the afternoon, continue your adventure with a 4×4 drive toward the great dunes of Chegaga, crossing sand dunes, rocky desert (reg), and hidden oases, for a true Moroccan desert experience.
Upon arrival in the Chegaga desert, take a break to enjoy traditional mint tea. Then, set out on a walk across the dunes and climb to the top to witness a romantic and unforgettable Sahara sunset.
End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at a desert camp in Erg Chegaga, where you will enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine and spend a magical night under the stars in the Sahara Desert.
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 in Morocco. After breakfast at the desert camp, take a short walk across the vast sand dunes, fully immersing yourself in the beauty of the Moroccan Sahara.
Then, 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 true 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. Along the way, stop for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, head towards Ait Benhaddou and visit its ancient ksar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987, famous for its impressive kasbah architecture and as a backdrop for many international films.
At the end of the day, return to Ouarzazate, marking the end of your unforgettable desert adventure.
Included in the price
- Official tour guide
- Transportation in a 4×4 vehicle with driver and fuel
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Ouarzazate
- 2 nights in desert camps (1 in Erg Lihoudi and 1 in Erg Chegaga dunes), in a private tent (standard or luxury according to your preference)
- Dinner and breakfast included at both desert camps
- Camel ride in the Mhamid Desert (one camel per person)
- Optional short hike on the dunes
Not included in the price
- Travel insurance (essential)
- Lunches during the trip
- Drinks (soda, beer, alcohol, etc.)
- Entrance fees to monuments and attractions
- Any other items not mentioned in the package included
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