3 Days Sahara Tour from Ouarzazate to the Dunes of Erg Chigaga

Step away from the ordinary and venture deep into Morocco’s untouched Sahara on this three-day desert expedition. Traveling beyond paved roads and familiar routes, this journey reveals remote valleys, ancient caravan paths, and some of the most dramatic sand dunes in the country. From lush palm oases to endless golden horizons, this experience is designed for travelers seeking silence, authenticity, and raw desert beauty.

• Journey deep into the Moroccan Sahara along ancient caravan routes.
• Travel through the lush Draa Valley, lined with palm groves and historic kasbahs.
• Experience off-road desert driving beyond paved roads and tourist trails.
• Discover the remote Sacred Oasis hidden within the desert landscape.
• Explore the vast, untamed dunes of Erg Chigaga, among the most impressive in Morocco.
• Enjoy a sunset camel ride across golden sand dunes.
• Spend unforgettable nights surrounded by silence, stars, and desert firelight.
• Experience traditional Saharan music and storytelling under a clear night sky.
• Witness a breathtaking sunrise over endless dunes.
• Cross the dramatic desert plains of the dried Lake Iriqui.

Day 1: Ouarzazate ➝ Draa Valley ➝ M’hamid

The adventure begins in Ouarzazate, heading south through striking landscapes where mountains gradually give way to desert plains. The route winds past traditional villages and fortified kasbahs, offering glimpses into life along ancient trade routes. As you follow the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest oasis, endless palm groves and earthen architecture create a timeless atmosphere.

After a pause in Zagora, the journey continues toward M’hamid, the last settlement before the open Sahara. Here, paved roads disappear and the desert truly begins. As night falls, enjoy a peaceful evening surrounded by sand and stars, with traditional cuisine marking your first night in the desert.

Day 2: M’hamid ➝ Sacred Oasis ➝ Erg Chigaga

After breakfast, leave the village behind and head off-road into the vast wilderness of the Sahara. The landscape becomes increasingly remote, broken only by desert plains, scattered acacia trees, and hidden oases. A stop at the Sacred Oasis offers a moment of contrast, lush greenery emerging unexpectedly from the arid surroundings.

By afternoon, the towering dunes of Erg Chigaga rise on the horizon, forming an awe-inspiring sea of sand. Upon arrival, take time to explore the dunes before enjoying a camel ride as the sun slowly sinks into the desert. The evening is spent deep among the dunes, gathered around a fire, listening to traditional rhythms, sharing stories, and gazing at a sky filled with stars.

Day 3: Erg Chigaga ➝ Lake Iriqui ➝ Foum Zguid ➝ Ouarzazate

Wake early to witness the desert at sunrise, when the dunes glow with shifting shades of gold and amber. After breakfast, depart across the vast expanse of Lake Iriqui, a dry desert basin that stretches endlessly toward the horizon.

Continue through remote desert settlements before reaching Taznakht, a region known for its artisanal weaving traditions. After a relaxed break, begin the return journey to Ouarzazate, arriving in the afternoon and bringing your Sahara adventure to a close.

• Private transportation with a professional local driver
• Hand-picked accommodations (riads, kasbahs, boutique hotels or desert camps, depending on itinerary)
• Breakfasts included in most accommodations throughout the trip
• Dinners in the desert and remote regions, when applicable
• Cultural and heritage activities listed in your itinerary
• Local certified guides at major historical sites and selected cities
• Camel ride in the Sahara for desert tours
• Assistance from our dedicated team throughout your stay

• International flights to and from Morocco
• Lunches and beverages, unless specified
• Entrance fees to certain monuments or optional activities
• Personal expenses and souvenirs
• Tips for guides and drivers (at your discretion)