Embark on a 2-day desert tour from Zagora to Erg Chigaga, starting with a visit to Tamegroute’s ancient library and traditional pottery workshops. Journey through changing landscapes to the edge of the Sahara at M’hamid, then enjoy a magical sunset camel ride on the vast dunes of Erg Chigaga. Spend the night in a nomad camp with traditional Moroccan dinner and music, with the option to sleep under the stars. The next morning, experience the thrill of sandboarding before heading back to Zagora, with additional cultural stops along the way. This tour offers a unique blend of adventure, culture, and the serene beauty of the desert, creating unforgettable memories.
Highlights
- Visit the ancient library in Tamegroute and explore centuries-old manuscripts
- witness traditional green pottery making by local artisans
- travel to the edge of the desert and observe the dramatic change in landscape
- experience a magical sunset camel ride on the vast dunes of Erg Chigaga
- enjoy an overnight stay in a nomad camp with a traditional Moroccan dinner and local music, and sleep under a star-studded sky if weather permits
- start your morning with thrilling sandboarding on the sandy dunes
- explore M’hamid and Tamegroute further on your return journey
- conclude your tour with a late afternoon arrival back in Zagora.
2-Day Desert Tour from Zagora to Erg Chigaga Overview
On the first day, begin your adventure by exploring Tamegroute. Here, you'll visit the Zawiya of Nasiriyya, an ancient library housing centuries-old manuscripts, surrounded by lush palm and tamarisk trees. You'll also have the chance to see artisans at work, creating traditional green pottery using age-old techniques. The journey then takes you to M’hamid, at the edge of the desert, where the landscape dramatically changes. As you arrive at the vast dunes of Erg Chigaga, enjoy a magical sunset camel ride. The day concludes at a nomad camp where you'll savor a traditional Moroccan dinner, enjoy local music, and have the option to sleep under the stars if the weather permits. On the second day, start your morning with sandboarding on the sandy dunes after breakfast. The return journey to Zagora includes stops in M’hamid and Tamegroute for further exploration. By late afternoon, you'll arrive back in Zagora, concluding your remarkable desert tour. This 2-day desert tour from Zagora to Erg Chigaga offers a blend of adventure, culture, and serene desert beauty, creating unforgettable memories.
2-Day Desert Tour from Zagora to Erg Chigaga Activities
- Engage with local Berber families in the desert to experience their traditional lifestyle.
- Spend a night in a luxury camp under the starlit Saharan sky.
- Enjoy a captivating performance of Gnawa music and dance
- Ride camels into the sunset, a magical experience amidst the beauty of the desert
- Experience the delight of traditional Moroccan cuisine, rich with flavors and cultural heritage.
About this activity: 2-Day Desert Tour from Zagora to Erg Chigaga
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This trip is private, ensuring you travel exclusively with our team who speak English, French, and Spanish
Your driver will pick you up conveniently at 08:00 from your accommodation or the nearest accessible location in Zagora.
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Direction: Erg Chigaga1
Day 1: Zagora ❯ Erg Lihoudi ❯ Desert Oasis ❯ Erg Chigaga
The desert trip from Zagora starts with a pick-up at 8:00 AM from your accommodation. Our first stop is Tamegroute, an hour's drive south. Here, you'll explore the Zawiya of Nasiriyya, one of Morocco's oldest libraries filled with ancient manuscripts. Then, you'll see the famous green pottery, crafted using traditional methods passed down through generations. Next, we head to M’hamid, the last village before the Sahara. This is where the Draa River disappears beneath the sand dunes. As we cross the plateau, the landscape transforms dramatically into the impressive dunes of Chigaga. We’ll arrive just in time for a stunning camel ride at sunset, offering unforgettable views as the sun sets over the dunes. In the evening, we reach our nomad camp in the heart of the desert. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner with local nomad music by the campfire. The clear, starry sky provides a perfect backdrop for a peaceful night. For an extra special experience, you can choose to sleep outside under the stars, weather permitting.
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Direction: Zagora2
Day 2: Erg Chigaga ❯ M’hamid ❯ Tamegroute ❯ Zagora
Awake to the serene silence of the desert and enjoy a delicious breakfast at the campsite. The morning offers a chance to try sandboarding on the dunes, a thrilling way to experience the vast sandy expanses. Afterward, we'll start our journey back, retracing our steps to Zagora. Our route takes us once again through the village of M’hamid and the historic town of Tamegroute. You'll have more time to soak in the local culture and perhaps pick up some unique green pottery from the traditional workshops. By late afternoon, we'll arrive back in Zagora, concluding your unforgettable 2-day desert adventure.
Trip Includes
- 2 Days Tours
- 1 Night at desert camp
- dinner and breakfast
- Camel trek
- Deser Camp
- Private Vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Fuel
- Pick up and drop off
- Drinks
- lunch
- extra
An Exceptionally Well-Organized Trip from Zagora
Ivan Verified
My trip from Zagora was exceptionally well organized. From the moment we started, everything ran smoothly and according to plan. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly, making the experience even more enjoyable. The camel ride was a highlight, and visiting a Berber nomad family was a unique and enriching experience. The desert landscape was breathtaking, and the entire journey was filled with unforgettable moments. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore the beauty the desert and the culture of Berbers.