Trip (5 or 6 Days) – Through Atlas to Erg Chegaga Adventure

Overview

This 5-6 day desert adventure will take you from the vibrant city of Marrakech, through breathtaking valleys, ancient kasbahs, and the dunes of the Sahara, culminating in an unforgettable experience in the vast Erg Chegaga desert. Along the way, you’ll discover Moroccan history and traditions, enjoy camel treks or off-road exploration, and relax under the stars in desert camps. Whether you opt for 1 or 2 nights in Erg Chegaga, this journey combines adventure, culture, and the tranquility of the desert.

*If you want a longer trip, you could add always our camel trekking for some days instead of offroad adventures.

Tour Code:	TRIP-5-6-MRTATZOECZTMD
Duration:	5 or 6 days + 4 or 5 nights
Destination:	Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Tazenakht – Foum Zguid – Iriqui Lake – Erg Chegaga – M’hamid – Tamagroute – Zagora – Draa Valley – Nkob – Tinghir – Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorge – Skoura – Rose Valley – Marrakech
Category:	Desert Tour
Included:	An experienced local guide Private air-conditioned car with a driver Pick up from your hotel/airport Drop off in your hotel/airport All meals (breakfast & dinner) and drinks (water & tea) Lunch in the desert Local traditional music around fireplace by night
Choices:	? Without or with lunch ? Camel trekking or off-road 4×4 ? Nights in desert sauvage or camps ? Moroccan riad or luxury riad
Options: (possible to add)	! Quran ancient library ! Sandboarding ! Sandbread baking ! Pottery workshop ! Nomadic family ! Rose distillation ! Hike Todra Gorge ! Hike Boumalne Dades ! Palm groves Draa Valley ! Oasis Secret ! Couscous with a Moroccan family ! Cooperative Berber carpet
Excluded:	Tips Extras (personal dispenses) Individual personal wishes (Please note by booking!)

Tour Plan

This 5 or 6-day tour offers a comprehensive mix of cultural exploration, desert adventure, and relaxation. With flexible options for both camel trekking and off-road 4x4, travelers can customize their experience while discovering Morocco’s rich desert landscapes, historic kasbahs, and local traditions.

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

DAY 1: Discover the Scenic Atlas Journey (Marrakech – Tizi n'Tichka – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate)

Your journey begins in Marrakech as you cross the scenic Tizi n'Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains. You’ll visit the renowned Ait Benhaddou, showcasing Morocco's rich history and architecture. Arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the "Hollywood of Morocco," for an overnight stay.

*OPTIONS (possible to add): Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (explore the iconic kasbah and UNESCO World Heritage site) + Ouarzazate’s film studios (visit Morocco's famous film studios known as the 'Hollywood of Morocco')

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

DAY 2: Into the Dunes of Erg Chegaga (Ouarzazate – Tazenakht – Foum Zguid – Iriqui Lake - Erg Chegaga)

Travel through Tazenakht and the arid landscapes of the Iriqui dry lakebed before arriving at the vast Erg Chegaga dunes. Enjoy a night under the stars at a desert camp, surrounded by the endless sand.

*OPTIONS (possible to add): camel ride (explore the desert landscapes on the back of a camel for a ride) + sandboarding (enjoy sliding down the desert dunes) + cooperative Berber carpet (learn the art of traditional Berber carpet weaving and the techniques passed down through generations)

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

DAY 3: Embrace the Serenity of the Desert (Erg Chegaga)

Spend the day exploring the dunes of Erg Chegaga, engaging in traditional activities, and embracing the desert’s tranquility. Whether you want to relax or continue your adventures, the day offers flexibility.

*OPTIONS (possible to add): nomadic family (visit a nomadic family to experience their traditional lifestyle and hospitality in the heart of the desert) + oasis Secret (visit a desert oasis and experience the lush greenery amidst the arid surroundings) + sandbread baking (learn how to bake traditional bread in the sand, a unique desert experience)

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

DAY 4: Explore Ancient Craft and History (Erg Chegaga – M’hamid – Tamagroute – Zagora)

Leave Erg Chegaga and travel through M'hamid, the last village before the open Sahara. In Tamagroute, visit the famous pottery village and its ancient Quranic library, rich with historical manuscripts. Continue to Zagora for an overnight stay.

*OPTIONS (possible to add): couscous with a Moroccan family (share a traditional couscous meal with a local family and learn about them during lunch about life in the desert) + pottery workshop (experience traditional pottery-making in local workshops and learn the techniques of skilled artisans) + Quran ancient library visit (discover the ancient manuscripts and historical treasures at a local Quranic library)

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

DAY 5: Through the Valleys to the Gorges (Zagora – Draa Valley -Nkob – Tinghir – Todra Gorge - Boumalne Dades)

Explore the lush Draa Valley, a landscape filled with date palms and ancient Berber villages. Visit the Todra Gorge, famous for its dramatic cliffs and cooling waters. Continue to Boumalne Dades for the night.

*OPTIONS (possible to add): hike Todra Gorges (embark on a hike through the stunning Todra Gorges, exploring its towering cliffs and lush surroundings) + hike Boumalne Dades (enjoy a scenic hike in the Boumalne Dades area, discovering the rugged beauty of the Dades Valley and its rock formations)

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

DAY 6: Palms and Kasbahs on the Final (Boumalne Dades – Skoura – Rose Valley - Marrakech)

On the final day, visit the stunning Kasbah Amridil in Skoura, surrounded by the lush palm groves of the Skoura Oasis. Afterward, return to Marrakech to conclude your adventure.

*OPTIONS (possible to add): Kasbah Amridil (tour the famous Kasbah Amridil, a well-preserved fortress) + palm groves (explore lush oases filled with towering date palms and traditional irrigation systems) + rose distillation (learn about rose essential oil extraction and traditional distillation methods)