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3-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Ouarzazate to Erg Chegaga

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On This 3-Day Morocco Desert Tour From Ouarzazate To Erg Chegaga. You will Experience the magic of the Moroccan Sahara. Journey through dramatic landscapes, from the rugged Anti-Atlas Mountains to the sweeping dunes of Erg Chegaga, exploring ancient kasbahs, lush oases, and timeless desert traditions.

Tour Highlights
  • Scenic Mountain Crossings: Traverse the Anti-Atlas Mountains and navigate the dramatic Tizi-n-Tinfifte pass.
  • Historic Kasbahs: Tour the ancient Kasbah Tamnougalte in Agdez, the oldest in the Dra’a Valley, with a local guide.
  • Dra’a Valley Exploration: Discover lush palm groves and traditional adobe housing, following the ancient caravan routes.
  • Camel Trek and Desert Camp: Ride camels in Erg Lihoudi and Erg Chegaga, and spend serene nights under the stars in a traditional nomad tent.
  • Cultural Insights: Visit the green pottery workshops and the ancient Quranic library in Tamgroute.
  • Fossil Hunting: Search for ancient fossils in the dry bed of Lake Iriqui.
Detailed Itinerary

Depart from Ouarzazate early in the morning, crossing the Anti-Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tinfifte pass. Visit the Kasbah Tamnougalte in Agdez before journeying along the ancient caravan routes through the Dra’a Valley. Explore prehistoric rock carvings at Foum Chenna near Tinsouline. After lunch in Zagora, continue to M’hamid, the gateway to the Sahara. Cap the day with a camel ride to the dunes of Erg Lihoudi for an unforgettable sunset. Overnight in a nomadic tent at a desert camp, enjoying dinner and Berber music by the campfire.

After a traditional breakfast, explore the old village of M’hamid and learn about local desert life. In the afternoon, embark on an off-road adventure to the majestic Erg Chegaga dunes. Experience another camel ride and spend the night in a desert camp, savoring a starlit dinner and another evening of nomadic entertainment.

Depart early from Erg Chegaga, crossing the vast Sahara via Lake Iriqui. Hunt for fossils and experience the mirage phenomena of this unique landscape. Lunch in Taznakht, known for its exquisite Berber carpets. Return to Ouarzazate in the late afternoon, concluding your unforgettable Morocco desert tour.

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Embark on this breathtaking Morocco desert tour from Ouarzazate to Erg Chegaga and discover the true essence of the Sahara. Dive into a world of ancient routes, dramatic landscapes, and starry nights. Book your adventure today and create memories that will last a lifetime!

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