Embark on a 3-day Sahara adventure from Marrakech. Traverse Atlas Mountains, visit Aït Ben Haddou, and enjoy camel rides in Erg Chigaga dunes.
Embark on a 3-day Sahara adventure from Marrakech. Traverse Atlas Mountains, visit Aït Ben Haddou, and enjoy camel rides in Erg Chigaga dunes.
Day 1 – Marrakech → High Atlas → Telouet → Aït Ben Haddou → Agdz
Marrakech with Locals - Your guide-driver, who grew up amidst the southern Sahara dunes, greets you for a road trip that feels like an adventure with an old friend. As you depart from Marrakech, he shares tales from his desert upbringing — how nomadic children learned to interpret…
Day 1 – Marrakech → High Atlas → Telouet → Aït Ben Haddou → Agdz
Marrakech with Locals - Your guide-driver, who grew up amidst the southern Sahara dunes, greets you for a road trip that feels like an adventure with an old friend. As you depart from Marrakech, he shares tales from his desert upbringing — how nomadic children learned to interpret the wind, navigate by the stars, and journey for days with only the sky as their shelter.
Tizi n Tichka - Pause at stunning viewpoints along the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Your guide explains the significance of mountain names, ancient caravan routes, Amazigh symbols, and the history of tribes that shaped this region.
Enjoy short walks, photography stops, and fresh mountain air — no need to rush.
High Atlas Mountains - As you enter the High Atlas Mountains, the road meanders between ancient Berber villages carved into the cliffs. Your local guide points out hidden viewpoints, shares how nomads have used these passes for centuries, and stops at a panoramic terrace where you can savor the fresh mountain air and experience the authentic Morocco, far from the city’s hustle.
Telouet Kasbah - Discover the enigmatic Kasbah of Telouet, the former palace of the Glaoui family. Wander through ancient halls, vibrant ceilings, and sunlit balconies. Your guide unveils secret stories passed down through generations — tales tourists rarely hear.
Ounila Valley - Travel through the breathtaking Ounila Valley, once a major caravan route. Clay villages, hanging gardens, palm groves, and red-rock canyons accompany your journey. Your guide brings them to life with personal memories of visiting Amazigh families, baking traditional bread in earth ovens, and harvesting saffron in the autumn.
Ait Ben Haddou - Explore the ancient ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco’s last standing desert fortresses. Wander through its narrow mud-brick alleys, learn how families lived here for centuries, and climb to the panoramic lookout used in movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After the visit, enjoy a relaxing lunch in a traditional rooftop restaurant overlooking the old kasbah and the palm grove below.
Anti-Atlas Mountains - As you leave Aït Ben Haddou, the landscapes transition from mountains to open desert plateaus. Expect small villages, green oases, and ancient kasbahs — each with its own legend.
Agdz - Arrive in Agdz, a magical village at the entrance of the Draa Valley.
Check in to your oasis lodge, surrounded by palm trees, mud-brick walls, and tranquil gardens. Enjoy a relaxing evening:
• Traditional dinner
• Storytelling by your guide
• Walk under millions of stars
• The soothing sound of the oasis at night
This is where the Sahara truly begins.
Day 2 – Agdz → Draa Valley→ Zagora → Tamgroutr → Tagounite → Erg Chigaga Dunes
Agdz - Breakfast & Departure from Agdz
After breakfast, drive along the heart of the Draa Valley, following its endless line of palm groves, fortified kasbahs, and small Berber villages. This valley is one of Morocco’s most scenic and fertile oases.
Tamgrout - Discover Tamegroute, a historic village near Zagora, famous for its green pottery workshops and one of Morocco’s oldest Koranic libraries. Watch local artisans shape and fire their iconic olive-green ceramics using traditional techniques passed down for generations. Visit the underground pottery ovens and explore the narrow alleys of the village for a glimpse of authentic Saharan craftsmanship.
Tagounite - Arrive in Tagounite (The Gate to the Sahara)
Stop in Tagounite, a peaceful desert village where the paved road ends. Visit a local Berber family for Moroccan tea and experience true desert hospitality inside a traditional mud-brick house. Then stop at a local shop to buy your desert turban (cheche) — the perfect souvenir and protection from the sun.
Erg Chigaga - Off-road drive through the Sahara tracks
Begin your off-road adventure in a 4×4 across the stone plateau and desert dunes toward Erg Chigaga. Your driver will prepare a relaxing picnic lunch in an oasis surrounded by tamarisk trees — a beautiful quiet moment in nature.
Erg Chigaga - Camel Ride & Sunset at Erg Chigaga
Arrive at the magnificent Erg Chigaga dunes, stretching over 40 km of golden sand. Take a camel ride across the endless desert, feeling the rhythm of the Sahara as the light changes. Climb to the top of the dunes to admire a breathtaking sunset, painting the sand in gold and crimson.
Camel Trekking at Sunrise or Sunset
Glide through soft dunes, hear only the wind, and reconnect with Morocco’s timeless desert soul — a moment that stays with you forever.
Erg Chigaga - Dinner & Overnight in Erg Chigaga Desert Camp
Experience an unforgettable night deep in the Sahara. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner (tagine and mint tea) served under the stars, then gather around the campfire for live Berber drumming, storytelling, and dance — a rhythm that connects you to the soul of the desert.
Stargazing Under Desert Skies
Far from city lights, the Milky Way, constellations, and countless shooting stars light up the night — a breathtaking moment of silence and wonder.
Warm Nights & Rhythmic Vibes
End your evening with laughter, music, and serenity around the fire — a true taste of nomadic life and Moroccan hospitality.
Sleep comfortably in your private or shared Berber-style tent, equipped with cozy beds and ensuite or shared bathrooms depending on your option.
Day 3 – Erg Chigaga → Lake Iriqui → Foum Zguid → Marrakech
Erg Chigaga - Sunrise, Yoga & Sandboarding at Erg Chigaga
Wake up early to witness the sunrise spreading golden light over the vast dunes — a peaceful, unforgettable start to your Sahara morning. Join your Berber guide and driver for a gentle desert yoga session, reconnecting your mind and body as the sun warms the sand. After a delicious traditional nomad breakfast, try sandboarding down the golden slopes — fun, freeing, and perfect for all ages.
Slide into serenity: breathe, move, and feel the magic of Morocco’s most authentic desert.
Foum Zguid - Breakfast & 4×4 Off-Road Adventure to Foum Zguid
Enjoy a fresh desert breakfast and morning shower before starting your thrilling 4×4 off-road journey across the wild landscapes toward Foum Zguid. Drive through fossil plains, dry lakebeds, and rocky desert tracks, feeling the transition from dunes to mountains — a scenic adventure few travelers experience.
Erg Chigaga - Off-Road Adventure through Lake Iriki National Park
09:00 AM Begin your 4×4 off-road journey across the wild, moon-like landscapes of Lake Iriki National Park. Drive over the vast dry lakebed where ancient fossils, mirages, and endless horizons create a surreal desert scene. A paradise for photography and adventure lovers, this stretch captures the raw beauty and silence of the Sahara.
Shop Espace Taznakht - Visit Taznakht The Berber Carpet Town
Continue your journey through the ever-changing desert landscapes to Taznakht, a vibrant Berber town famous for its handwoven carpets. Visit a women’s weaving cooperative and watch artisans transform natural wool and dyes — saffron, henna, and indigo — into Morocco’s most authentic and colorful rugs. A perfect stop to connect with local craftsmanship and Berber heritage.
Ouarzazate Province - Photo Stop at “Gas Haven” – The Hills Have Eyes Film Location
Make a short stop at the eerie Gas Haven, the abandoned desert gas station featured in the Hollywood film The Hills Have Eyes. Capture cinematic photos and experience the surreal atmosphere of this iconic movie landmark set amid Morocco’s vast desert roads.
Atlas Mountains View - Drive through the Anti-Atlas & High Atlas Mountains
Enjoy scenic roads, rocky canyons, and mountain villages as you head back toward Marrakech.
Marrakesh - Arrive in the evening, your heart full of memories of dunes, stars, and Berber rhythms — the perfect finale to your 3-day Sahara expedition from Marrakech to Erg Chigaga. A journey of landscapes, culture, and adventure that stays with you long after the desert fades behind you.

- Private 4x4 transportation
- Sunset camel ride across the Erg Chigaga dunes
- Accommodations
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Private 4x4 transportation
- Sunset camel ride across the Erg Chigaga dunes
- Accommodations
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Tips (optional) for your guide & driver is left at your discretion.
- Tips (optional) for your guide & driver is left at your discretion.
Embarking on a 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to the Chigaga Dunes and Zagora offers an exceptional opportunity to discover the untamed beauty of the Moroccan Sahara.
This journey blends adventure, tranquility, and cultural exploration as participants traverse the Draa Valley, explore ancient kasbahs, and admire expansive desert vistas.
Travelers will…
Embarking on a 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to the Chigaga Dunes and Zagora offers an exceptional opportunity to discover the untamed beauty of the Moroccan Sahara.
This journey blends adventure, tranquility, and cultural exploration as participants traverse the Draa Valley, explore ancient kasbahs, and admire expansive desert vistas.
Travelers will delight in witnessing the sunrise and sunset over the towering dunes, enjoy camel trekking, try sandboarding, and unwind during evenings by the campfire in a luxurious Sahara camp.
This adventure is perfect for couples, families, friends, and anyone seeking a memorable and genuine Moroccan desert experience.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.