9 Days Camel Trek in Erg Chegaga Desert from Marrakech
Experience an authentic adventure with this 9-day camel trekking tour in the wild dunes of Erg Chegaga, one of the most remote and untouched areas of the Moroccan Sahara. This journey offers a unique opportunity to explore vast desert landscapes, meet nomadic families, and travel the traditional way—on foot and by camel—through golden dunes, dry lakes, and acacia plains.
Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Taliouine
After breakfast, depart from Marrakech and travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m). Pass Berber villages, the Ouirgane Valley, and Asni. Stop along the way for panoramic views and lunch in a local restaurant. Continue to Taliouine, known as the saffron capital of Morocco. Overnight in a hotel.
Day 2: Taliouine – Taznakht – Foum Zguid – Iriki Lake – Erg Chegaga
Travel south through Taznakht to Foum Zguid. After lunch, head off-road across the dry Lake Iriki, a vast desert plateau dotted with acacia trees. Visit nomadic families living in traditional tents. Arrive in Erg Chegaga dunes in the late afternoon. Meet your camel team and enjoy dinner under the stars. Overnight in a desert camp.
Day 3: Erg Chegaga – Khert Lgerzi
Begin your camel trek after breakfast. Walk through the dunes of Erg Chegaga for about 4 hours. Stop for lunch near a nomadic watering area. Continue trekking for another 2 hours to reach Khert Lgerzi. Overnight in a camp in the desert.
Day 4: Khert Lgerzi – Erg Sedra
After breakfast, continue deeper into the Sahara. Trek across diverse desert terrain toward the beautiful dunes of Erg Sedra (approximately 4 hours). Lunch break in the shade before continuing for 2 more hours. Overnight in a desert camp.
Day 5: Erg Sedra – Erg Zehar (Lucky Dunes)
Walk towards Erg Zehar, known as the “Dunes of Luck.” Stop for traditional Berber tea under an acacia tree and enjoy lunch along the way. Continue trekking through stunning landscapes. Overnight in camp at Erg Zehar.
Day 6: Erg Zehar – Sidi Naji
Leave Erg Zehar and walk for about 4 hours through changing desert scenery. After lunch, continue to Sidi Naji, a sacred site with a historic marabout tomb visited by nomads. Overnight in camp.
Day 7: Sidi Naji – M’hamid El Ghizlane
Final day of trekking. Walk across the rocky desert (reg) of Bousnina for about 4 hours. Enjoy lunch in a peaceful spot before reaching M’hamid El Ghizlane, the gateway to the Sahara. End of the camel trekking experience.
Day 8: M’hamid – Zagora – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, travel by vehicle to Ouarzazate via Zagora. Stop to visit palm groves and enjoy the scenic Draa Valley, known for its long oasis and traditional kasbahs. Overnight in a hotel in Ouarzazate.
Day 9: Ouarzazate – Ait Benhaddou – Marrakech
Visit the Taourirt Kasbah and stop near the Atlas Film Studios. Continue to Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. After lunch, return to Marrakech to the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass. End of the tour.
What to Bring
- Lightweight backpack
- Comfortable walking shoes or trekking boots
- Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
- Warm clothing (cold nights in the desert)
- Sleeping bag
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Personal toiletries and basic medical kit
- Reusable water bottles (minimum 1.5L)
Tour Includes
- Private air-conditioned 4×4 or van (first 2 and last 2 days)
- English-speaking driver/guide
- 2 nights in hotels (Taliouine & Ouarzazate) with dinner and breakfast
- 5-day camel trekking experience (camel per person)
- Full board during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Professional desert team (guide, cook, camels, equipment)
- Drinking water during the trek
Tour Does Not Include
- Drinks and lunches outside the trek (first and last travel days)
- Entrance fees to monuments or museums
- Travel insurance
Note:
This Sahara trek is done mainly on foot or by camel, following ancient nomadic routes. A 4×4 support option is available for those who prefer less walking.
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