Erg Chegaga Desert Tour: Wild Life, Camel Rides, and Nomadic Tents from Zagora
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76 Ratings
Zagora
Embark on an unforgettable Erg Chegaga Desert Tour from Zagora. Experience wild life, camel rides, and sleep in nomadic tents under a sky full of stars. Don't miss the chance to sandboard on the majestic sand dunes and immerse yourself in the Berber culture.
Duration: 1 day
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Zagora Desert Travel Morocco Desert Tours - Departure from Zagora around 14:00 towards M’Hamid through Tizi Anagame and Ben Selmane. Then you discover the desert taking off-road for 2 hours to reach the big dunes of Chigaga. You will have a camel ride before the sunset. Tea and dinner is served in a nomad Berber tent, kicking off an evening where local atmosphere is assured. Depending on your choice, you will sleep in a Berber tent or under the stars on the dunes.
  • Erg Chigaga - Sunrise is a magical moment not to be missed. After enjoying your breakfast we will leave Chegaga toward Zagora, taking the direction of the last village in Draa Valley by another off-road. On our way back we will make a stop to visit the Koranic library in Tamagroute, Arrival to Zagora around noon.
What's Included
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Surcharges on fuel
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Drinks
  • Lunch
Additional Information
  • Experience the allure of the wilderness.
  • Revel in the thrills of the natural world.
  • Observe groups of camels.
  • Marvel at a night sky bursting with stars.
  • Slumber in a Nomadic tent.
  • Adorn yourself in Arab attire.
  • Embark on a sandboarding adventure.
  • Ride on a camel.
  • Traverse the sand dunes.
  • Explore a Berber Camp.
  • Visit the Erg Chigaga Dunes.
  • Dress code is formal
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Location
Zagora Desert Travel Morocco Desert Tours
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.9
(76 Ratings)
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Navigator52068474563
May 19, 2024
Everything as expected and described, very pleasant - Meeting point, departure went smoothly, great car, air conditioning worked 👍 in the camp it was very nice and sociable, we had a good chat, everything was clean and the sunset on the dunes was fantastic. I can recommend it without reservation 🙌
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Bart
May 16, 2024
Unique desert experience - Unique experience to spend the night in the desert. Seen both sunrise and sunset from the top of a dune, very special. The camel ride was also a wonderful experience. The atmosphere in the camp was great and we had a delicious meal. Wouldn't have wanted to miss this. The drive there is bumpy, but definitely worth it. Clothing tips, because that's what we were looking for first. You first arrive at the camp before you go out with the camels, so you don't have to dress up in advance. Taking a shawl with you is useful for the sand, just like sunglasses. The temperature is not too bad in the evening, very pleasant (May) and there are sockets in the tents. Recommended!
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Rachele_s
Apr 21, 2024
Real desert experience - This desert tour was an absolute gem. The sunset was breathtaking, casting a mesmerizing palette across the sky. The camel ride at dawn was serene, offering tranquil views of the awakening desert. The food was delicious, adding a flavorful touch to the experience. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure.
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Z7611lfstefanieh
Apr 19, 2024
Bumpy rides and peaceful adventures in picturesque dunes - Our trip exceed our expectations! Our first stop was at a Kasbah where we learned about traditional local pottery which was extremely impressive. After an hour, we reached the desert where our adventure began with a bumpy but very fun ride across beautiful dunes and rocks. We were welcomed by very friendly locals who showed us around a well equipped and clean camp. There was even a bathroom and a shower. After a quick snack, we enjoyed a camel ride into the sunset and were able to climb the dunes. The sunset in the desert was quite impressive! We were treated by a very delicious Tajine dinner and spent the rest of the evening talking to the locals, leaning a lot about culture and traditions. The night was very peaceful and relaxing. Personally, we would recommend to leave the light on as we met some scorpion and spider before going to bed. No less impressive was the high number of snake tracks on the dunes in the mornings (our guide assured us that none of the animals were dangerous as long as being left alone). Our driver as well as our guide, Rashid, were extremely friendly and knowledgeable and we would highly recommend both to everyone :) thank you for this fun experience!
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P4455fvfrankm
Mar 25, 2024
A wonderful time in Erg Chigaga - For my daughter and me the trip to Erg Chigaga was the high point of our trip to Morocco. The car ride through the desert, the camel ride at sunset, good food, happy singing around the campfire, clean spacious tent, we enjoyed it wholeheartedly ! The view over the desert sitting on top of a sand dune.. unforgettable..
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Loulht
Mar 17, 2024
AMAZING - Unforgettable experience, Camel ride with a sunset, we spent a beautiful evening in the bivouac. I recommend Zagora desert travel!
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G_tzulrichs2024
Mar 7, 2024
Great experience - We started from Zagora. The drive to M'Hamid on the asphalt road was pleasant. Then we drove 60 km into the desert in an off-road vehicle. The camp was clean. Except for the toilets. There is room for improvement! That's just Moroccan! The tour was well organized! The guide and all the staff were very friendly!
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226lucn
Mar 5, 2024
desert trip from zagora - We enjoyed the trip immensely. We left around 2 o'clock with the 4x4 jeep. On the way we stopped at a very old town to see some historic buildings and see the traditional pottery being made. then we drove towards the desert, we covered quite a few kilometers through different desert terrains, which was quite an experience. After a few small stops we arrived on time and were able to go straight with the camels to the high sand dunes to see the sunset. In the evening we sat by the fire and then had a beautiful view of the stars. The next day we had a nice breakfast and drove back slowly. really had a great experience. shukran to the driver and our hosts.
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Grondin
Feb 22, 2024
Desert excursion!!!! - An adventure, connoisseurs, people who love their job, don’t hesitate!!! Plus, knowledge of all of Morocco and the history of the Moroccan manager... Go there without hesitation!!!!
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Ze_m
Apr 6, 2024
Almost perfect - Great experience overall. The pickup was done at their venue in which we were able to safely leave our car. The drive to the desert was interesting. We reached the camp after 2:30-3:00, right before sunset and we went by dromedarie to the dunes. Unbelievable sights and experience. Make sure you catch the sunset at the highest dune. Dinner was fine as well as sleeping accommodations. The only thing holding back the review is that our guide (driver from Zagora to the camp) barely spoke any English, French or Spanish, depriving us of having a guide that shared interesting knowledge with us during our ride to and from the desert.
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