6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert
From
Agadir
Duration
6 Days
Destination
Erg Chegaga
Embark on a 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert adventure and experience Morocco’s most captivating landscapes, from the Atlantic coast to the golden dunes of the Sahara. This journey combines desert exploration, mountain scenery, and authentic encounters with Berber culture for a truly immersive experience.
Travel across the Anti-Atlas Mountains, explore the hidden oasis of Tata, and venture off-road across the dry Lake Iriqui until you reach the remote Erg Chegaga dunes, where a night under the starry desert sky awaits. Continue through the lush Draa Valley with its ancient kasbahs and palm groves, visit the legendary UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, and conclude in the vibrant city of Marrakech, where history, culture, and lively medinas come alive.
This 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert itinerary is ideal for travelers seeking a perfect blend of adventure, nature, and cultural immersion.
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Discover the oasis town of Tata, nestled in the foothills of the Anti-Atlas, on your 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert.
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Cross the rocky desert landscapes of Foum Zguid and the dried Lake Iriqui on the way to Erg Chegaga.
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Ride a camel and spend a magical night in the Sahara Desert under the starry sky — a highlight of the 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert.
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Visit M’hamid, explore the ancient Tamegroute library, and journey through the palm-filled Draa Valley.
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Explore the UNESCO-listed kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
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Experience the vibrant souks, gardens, and monuments of Marrakech.
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Return to Agadir through picturesque routes in the heart of Morocco, concluding your 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert adventure.
Day 1: Agadir – Tata
Pick up from your accommodation in Agadir and begin your 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert adventure. Travel through the scenic Anti-Atlas Mountains with photo stops along the way. Visit Oum el-Alek to see prehistoric rock carvings, explore the Akka oasis, and discover local villages such as Herbal and Tircht. Arrive in Tata for dinner and overnight stay, preparing for your desert journey.
Day 2: Tata – Foum Zguid – Erg Chegaga
After breakfast, drive south toward the Sahara. Stop for lunch in Foum Zguid before taking the off-road track across the dry Lake Iriqui. Reach the vast dunes of Erg Chegaga, where camels await for a sunset ride across the golden sands. Spend the night in traditional desert tents under the starry sky — one of the highlights of the 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert.
Day 3: Erg Chegaga – M’hamid – Tamegroute – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
Wake early to admire the sunrise over the Erg Chegaga dunes. After breakfast, continue to M’hamid, then visit Tamegroute to explore its kasbah and ancient Koranic library. After lunch in Zagora, drive through the Draa Valley, renowned for its palm groves and traditional Berber villages. Arrive in Ouarzazate for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4: Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas – Marrakech
After breakfast, visit the iconic kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous filming location. Continue across the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping at scenic viewpoints and Berber villages. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening and settle in for the night, reflecting on your 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert journey.
Day 5: Marrakech Guided Tour
Spend the day exploring Marrakech with a local guide. Highlights include Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, Menara Gardens, Koutoubia Mosque, Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, and the vibrant souks. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore the medina or relax at your riad. Overnight in Marrakech.
Day 6: Marrakech – Agadir
Enjoy a free morning for last-minute exploration or shopping in Marrakech. Afterward, drive back to Agadir via the highway, concluding your 6 Days from Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert adventure with a drop-off at your chosen location.
Included
- Comfortable, all-inclusive services throughout the journey
- Private Moroccan driver, fluent in several languages
- Accommodation with daily breakfast and dinner (according to your chosen category)
- Licensed local guides in major cultural and historical cities
- Airport pick-up and drop-off at the start and end of the tour
- Scenic camel ride in the Merzouga desert (for desert tours)
- Overnight stay in a desert camp, with traditional entertainment (for desert tours)
Excluded
- Daily lunch meals
- Beverages and drinks during the trip
- Personal purchases and extra expenses
- International or domestic airfare
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