2-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Zagora to Erg Chigaga with Camp Stay

2 Days Round trip from Zagora city center or your accommodation in Zagora. The exact meeting point will be confirmed after booking. Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Discover Tamgroute's historic Koranic library, green pottery, and underground Kasbah
02 Travel by 4x4 across the wild landscapes of the Sahara to remote Erg Chigaga
03 Enjoy a camel ride at sunset across the golden dunes of Erg Chigaga
04 Spend the night in a Berber desert camp with traditional dinner and campfire music
05 Watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes before returning to Zagora

Discover the magic of the Moroccan Sahara on this 2-day Erg Chigaga desert tour from Zagora. Visit the traditional village of Tamgroute to explore its ancient Koranic library, famous green pottery, and underground Kasbah, then continue to M'Hamid El Ghizlane, the gateway to the Sahara. Travel by 4x4 across wild desert landscapes to the spectacular dunes of Erg Chigaga, where you'll enjoy a camel ride at sunset, a traditional dinner, local music around the campfire, and a peaceful night under the stars in a desert camp. The next morning, admire the sunrise over the golden dunes before returning to Zagora with wonderful memories of the desert, local traditions, and nomadic hospitality.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Luxury

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Zagora, Erg Chegaga, Tamegroute

Languages English, French, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Zagora to Erg Chigaga via Tamgroute and M'Hamid

Your Sahara adventure begins in Zagora, where your local driver will take you south toward the beautiful landscapes of the Moroccan desert.

Along the way, stop in Tamgroute, a traditional village famous for its ancient Koranic library, green pottery, and historic underground Kasbah. Discover the local culture and traditions before continuing your journey.

Next, travel to M'Hamid El Ghizlane, the last village before the vast Sahara Desert. Enjoy lunch in the village or a peaceful picnic in a nearby oasis.

In the afternoon, leave the main road behind and travel by 4x4 across the wild desert for around two hours. Pass through rocky landscapes and sandy trails until you reach the spectacular dunes of Erg Chigaga, one of Morocco's most beautiful and remote desert areas.

Arrive in time to enjoy the sunset. Take a relaxing camel ride across the golden dunes and watch the colors of the Sahara change as the sun goes down.

In the evening, enjoy a traditional dinner at a Berber desert camp. Sit around the campfire, listen to local music, and admire the stars in the peaceful desert sky.

Overnight: Berber desert camp at Erg Chigaga.

Included experiences: Tamgroute cultural visit, 4x4 desert journey, camel ride at sunset, traditional dinner, and overnight desert accommodation.

Day 02

Sunrise at Erg Chigaga and Return to Zagora

Wake up early to enjoy the beautiful sunrise over the golden dunes of Erg Chigaga. Experience the peaceful atmosphere of the Sahara as the first sunlight illuminates the desert.

After sunrise, enjoy breakfast at the desert camp before saying goodbye to the dunes. Travel by 4x4 back across the desert to M'Hamid El Ghizlane, enjoying the wild landscapes along the way.

Continue toward Zagora through the beautiful Draa Valley. If you wish, you can stop again in Tamgroute to explore more of the village or discover its traditional pottery.

Arrive in Zagora in the late afternoon, bringing your two-day Sahara adventure to a close with wonderful memories of the desert, local culture, and nomadic hospitality.

End of the tour: Zagora, late afternoon.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Zagora city center or your accommodation in Zagora. The exact meeting point will be confirmed after booking. 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private 4x4 transportation from Zagora to Erg Chigaga and back.
Experienced local driver.
Visit to Tamgroute, including the traditional pottery village and underground Kasbah.
Lunch on Day 1.
Camel ride at sunset in Erg Chigaga.
One night in a Berber desert camp.
Dinner at the desert camp on Day 1.
Breakfast at the camp on Day 2.
Traditional Moroccan tea.
Berber music around the campfire.
Opportunity to enjoy the sunrise and stargazing in the Sahara Desert.

What's Not Included

Lunch on Day 2.
Drinks and bottled water.
Personal expenses and souvenirs.
Tips for the driver and desert camp staff.
Entrance fees to any optional visits.
Travel insurance.

What to bring

The tour starts and ends in Zagora.
A comfortable 4x4 vehicle is used to travel through the desert.
The drive from M'Hamid to Erg Chigaga takes approximately 2 hours each way, depending on desert conditions.
Wear comfortable clothing, walking shoes, and sun protection.
Bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and a light jacket for the evening.
Bring personal toiletries and any necessary medication.
The desert can be hot during the day and cold at night, depending on the season.
The camel ride at sunset is included in the experience. Please inform us in advance if you prefer not to ride a camel.
Visits to local sites in Tamgroute may depend on opening hours and availability.
The itinerary may change slightly due to weather or road conditions.
Please inform us in advance about any dietary requirements.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to discover the Sahara, enjoy local culture, and spend a peaceful night in the desert.

Know before you go

The tour starts and ends in Zagora.
A comfortable 4x4 vehicle is used to travel through the desert.
The drive from M'Hamid to Erg Chigaga takes approximately 2 hours each way, depending on desert conditions.
Wear comfortable clothing, walking shoes, and sun protection.
Bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and a light jacket for the evening.
Bring personal toiletries and any necessary medication.
The desert can be hot during the day and cold at night, depending on the season.
The camel ride at sunset is included in the experience. Please inform us in advance if you prefer not to ride a camel.
Visits to local sites in Tamgroute may depend on opening hours and availability.
The itinerary may change slightly due to weather or road conditions.
Please inform us in advance about any dietary requirements.
This tour is ideal for travelers who want to discover the Sahara, enjoy local culture, and spend a peaceful night in the desert.