Experience the magic of the Moroccan Sahara on this 4 days tour from Marrakech to Chegaga Desert. Travel across the High Atlas Mountains, visit historic kasbahs, palm-filled valleys, and remote desert villages. Ride camels across the golden dunes of Chegaga, spend a night under the stars, and witness unforgettable sunrises and sunsets in the desert. This tour combines adventure, culture, and natural beauty for a truly authentic Moroccan experience.
Tour Highlights: 4 days tour from Marrakech to Chegaga Desert
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Explore Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses
- Discover the Draa Valley and Berber villages
- Camel trek in the Chegaga dunes at sunset
- Overnight in a desert camp under the stars
- Sunrise over the Chegaga dunes
- Drive through Foum Zguid and scenic desert landscapes
- Adventure through remote parts of the Sahara
4 days tour from Marrakech to Chegaga Desert
Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Agdz
After breakfast, depart from Marrakech and drive across the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass. The road winds through rugged peaks and deep valleys. Stop along the way to admire Berber villages and take photos of the panoramic views. Continue to the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk around the ancient kasbah and enjoy its historic charm. Learn about its role as a filming location for famous movies. Then, drive to Ouarzazate, the “Gateway to the Sahara,” and explore its surroundings briefly. Continue through the lush Valley of Roses and reach Agdz in the late afternoon. Check in at your hotel or riad. Enjoy a relaxing dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Agdz – Zagora – M’Hamid
After breakfast, leave Agdz and drive along the scenic Draa Valley, one of Morocco’s longest and most beautiful valleys. The valley is dotted with palm groves, kasbahs, and small Berber villages. Stop for photos and enjoy the peaceful desert landscapes. Arrive in Zagora, a charming desert town, and continue to M’Hamid, the last settlement before the vast Sahara Desert. M’Hamid marks the gateway to the remote dunes. Prepare for your desert adventure. In the evening, enjoy dinner at your accommodation or desert camp and relax for the night.
Day 3: M’Hamid – Chegaga Dunes
After an early breakfast, embark on a 4×4 journey deeper into the Sahara toward the Chegaga dunes. The landscape changes from palm oases to endless sand dunes. Stop along the way to admire the desert scenery. Arrive in Chegaga in the afternoon and prepare for a sunset over the dunes, a truly magical experience. Ride camels across the golden sands if you wish. At the camp, enjoy a traditional Berber dinner around the fire. Listen to local music under a sky full of stars. Spend the night in the desert, surrounded by silence and the vast dunes.
Day 4: Chegaga – Foum Zguid – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the Chegaga dunes, capturing the desert’s golden colors. After breakfast, begin the return journey through Foum Zguid, stopping to enjoy the landscapes along the way. Continue to Ouarzazate, passing the Valley of Roses again. Take short photo stops at scenic viewpoints. Then, cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, descending back to Marrakech. Arrive in the late afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable 4 days Chegaga Desert adventure.
Tour Includes
- Private air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle
- Experienced driver/guide
- Pick-up and drop-off in Marrakech
- 2 nights in hotels or riads
- 1 night in a desert camp (dinner & breakfast)
- Camel trek in Chegaga dunes
- Fuel and transportation costs
Tour Excludes
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips and personal expenses
