Erg Chegaga (or Chigaga) is one of two major ergs of the Sahara in Morocco, the other being the Erg Chebbi near Merzouga.
This dunes are located in the Souss-Massa-Draa area about 50 km west of the rural town of M’Hamid El Ghizlane, itself located about 98 km south of the town of Zagora. With a length of approximately 40 km to 15 km width, some dunes are around 60m height significantly less than the dunes at Erg Chebbi with up to 150m
Because it is relatively difficult to access – it is only accessible by 4×4, camel or on foot – Erg Chigaga remains one of the nice places to discover and get a desert experience from.
Marrakesh – Zagora 2 days / 1 night Desert Tour & Camel Trek: Itinerary:
Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Draa Valley – Zagora Dunes
The tour departs from Marrakech before 8:00 in a comfortable and air-conditioned minibus. After crossing the Atlas Mountains, we reach Oarzazate and Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, where many Hollywood movies are being filmed. There is a possibility to visit the Atlas film studios during the tour either on the first or the second day.
Later on you will have your lunch and just after you will travel to the south and cross the second pass which is Tizi N’Tnifift at 1710m and Ait Saoun village, the former route of caravans for Sahara traders coming from “Tombouktou”, you will reach the first administrative center called “Agdez Village” that marks the source of Draa Valley, with it’s 6 successive palm groves stating (Mezguita palmary, Fezouata…) and Kasbahs stating the famous Tamnougalt Kasbah. You will continue through the lunar landscapes and the Pre-Sahara routes until you get to Zagora which is a small town, the native region of Saadian dynasty (Saadian tombs in Marrakech) who used to rule Morocco in the XVII century. You will take a camel trek , ride the camels by the sunset and get to the camp and enjoy a dinner and overnight in the tents.
Day 2: Zagora Dunes – Agdez – High Atlas & Tichka – Marrakech
Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes while having your breakfast, after these amazing moments you will ride your camels back to meet your driver, then drive back to Marrakech,
We will go toward Ouarzazate, then stop for lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you will continue the drive Atlas Mountains to get to Marrakesh. drop off at your accommodation you provided us earlier.
Where you will be staying?
We have a selection of accommodations, and to give more options to our clients, we have arranged the accommodations in two categories: The standard accommodation and Mid-range accommodation (Luxury), Note that you can mix nights between standard and mid-range accommodations and for this option let us know which night.
To see our accommodation we use in each city, please visit our “Accommodation” page.
How much does this tour cost ?
The price includes a package and it is based on many factors, such as the number of people, accommodation choice…
To have an idea about our pricing plans, please visit our “Pricing €” page. the final price can have slight changes, and for exact values. Please contact us by using our “Booking” page.
What is included and not in the price?
Our packages includes many things. To get to know what is included and excluded in the price of our excellent and ideal Morocco Sahara Desert Tours, please refer to our “Package” section in our website.
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