4 Day Roundtrip Tour from Marrakech to Erg Chigaga Desert
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Marrakech
- Private Tour
- From 1 traveller
- 5.0 · 4 reviews
4 Day Morocco Tour From Marrakech Erg Chigaga Desert - Roundtrip
This 4-day private tour takes you from Marrakech to Erg Chigaga, Morocco’s wildest and most remote dunes, and back.
You cross the High Atlas on the Tichka pass to Aït Ben Haddou and follow the palm groves of the Draa Valley to Zagora. On day two you visit the Quranic library and potters of Tamegroute, have lunch in M’hamid and continue by 4×4 into the dunes of Erg Chigaga for a night in a desert camp. The return follows the old Paris–Dakar rally route past the dry Iriqui lake to Ouarzazate, and on day four you visit Atlas Studios before crossing back to Marrakech.
Is this 4-day tour from Marrakech to Erg Chigaga right for you?
- Best for: travelers who want a quieter, more remote desert than Merzouga.
- Pace: a mix of long road days and off-road 4×4 sections.
- Overnights: Zagora, an Erg Chigaga desert camp, Ouarzazate.
- Prefer Merzouga? See the 4-day desert tour from Marrakech.
Arrival Information
Marrakech, Morocco
Transfer Pick-Up Locations Included:
- A self-booked accommodation in Marrakech
Departure Information
Marrakech, Morocco
Transfer Drop-Off Locations Included:
- A self-booked accommodation in Marrakech
Price Includes
Price Excludes
4 Days Morocco Travel Package from Marrakech to Erg Chigaga Highlights
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Itinerary For 4 Day Morocco Tour Package From Marrakech To Chigaga
Day 1Marrakech to Zagora
Info:
Your Morocco vacation package begins at 7:30 a.m. with a pickup from your Marrakech accommodation or riad. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, stopping at the scenic Tichka Pass before heading to Ait Ben Haddou. After lunch in Ouarzazate, continue your journey to Zagora via the lush Draa Valley.
Activity:
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Early morning pickup from your Marrakech hotel or riad
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Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains
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Photo stop at Tichka Pass (2,260 meters elevation)
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Explore Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Lunch in Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco”
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Drive through the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest oasis
Meal:
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Breakfast included
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Lunch excluded (available in Ouarzazate)
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Dinner included
Accommodation:
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Overnight stay in a hotel or desert guesthouse in Zagora (e.g., Riad Lamane or similar)
Day 2Erg Chigaga Desert
Info: After breakfast, your Marrakech desert tour continues toward M’hamid, the gateway to the Sahara. Along the way, visit a historic Quranic library and traditional pottery workshops in Tamagroute. After lunch in M’hamid, journey through varied desert landscapes to reach the remote Erg Chigaga dunes, where you’ll experience a camel ride, sunset, and a magical night under the stars.
Activity:
- Depart Zagora after breakfast
- Stop in Tamagroute to visit a centuries-old Quranic library
- Explore a traditional pottery workshop
- Lunch in the desert town of M’hamid
- 4×4 drive through desert terrain: Reg, Hammada, and Erg dunes
- Camel ride across Erg Chigaga dunes
- Watch the sunset over the Sahara
- Enjoy dinner and live traditional music around the campfire
Meal:
- Breakfast included
- Lunch excluded
- Dinner included
Accommodation:
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Overnight stay in a luxury desert camp at Erg Chigaga (e.g., Azalai Desert Lodge or similar)
Day 3Ouarzazate
Info:
Wake up to a peaceful desert sunrise and enjoy breakfast at your camp before leaving Erg Chigaga. Travel 90 km through the Sahara, following the former “Rally Paris Dakar” route. Pass by the Iriqui salt lake and the rugged Anti-Atlas Mountains before reaching Ouarzazate by evening.
Activity:
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Watch the sunrise over the Erg Chigaga dunes
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Breakfast at the desert camp
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4×4 drive across the Iriqui National Park and dry salt lake
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Follow the legendary Paris-Dakar rally route
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Lunch stop in Foum Zguid, the first village after the desert
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Visit Taznakht, known for Berber carpet weaving
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Arrive in Ouarzazate by late afternoon
Meal:
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Breakfast included
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Lunch included
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Dinner included
Accommodation:
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Overnight stay in a hotel in Ouarzazate (e.g., Riad Bouchedor or similar)
Day 4Marrakech
Info:
Start your day with breakfast before visiting Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa.” After exploring famous film sets, travel back to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains, arriving by evening.
Activity:
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Breakfast at your hotel in Ouarzazate
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Guided visit to Atlas Studios, filming site for Gladiator, Indiana Jones, and Lawrence of Arabia
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Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains
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Stop for lunch along the route
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Arrive in Marrakech by early evening
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Drop-off at your accommodation or preferred location in the city
Meal:
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Breakfast included
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Lunch excluded
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Dinner excluded
Accommodation:
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No overnight stay (tour ends in Marrakech)
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Check out what our happy customers have to say
Amazing Morocco Tour from Marrakech to Zagora
Hiring a local guide made our trip unforgettable! From Marrakech to Erg Chigaga and back, Aziz showed us the best spots and was patient with our countless photo stops. The car was comfortable, and the Morocco Tour package from Marrakech to Erg Chigaga was well-organized. The camel ride was the highlight—absolutely magical! Highly recommend this experience!
Best Morocco Tour from Marrakech Erg Chigaga Desert
My 4 day Morocco tour from Marrakech to Erg Chigaga was nothing short of magical! From the bustling souks of Marrakech to the serene, golden dunes of Erg Chigaga, every moment was unforgettable. The desert camp under the starry sky was a dream come true, and the camel trekking through the vast Sahara was an experience I’ll cherish forever. The guides were knowledgeable, the food was delicious, and the landscapes were breathtaking. If you’re planning a trip from Marrakech Desert Tour, don’t hesitate—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure! Highly recommend!
