5-Day Saharan Adventure Through Mountains, Oases, and Dunes
Experience an unforgettable immersion in the desert between Erg Lihoudi, Erg Chegaga, and the Drâa Valley.
A quick overview of the tour
Embark on a discovery of Southern Morocco’s grandiose landscapes with our Sea of Sand tour. In 5 days, you will cross the High and Anti-Atlas mountains, follow the lush Drâa Valley, explore traditional Berber villages, and end with a magical adventure in the Sahara dunes, from Erg Lihoudi to the majestic Erg Chegaga. This journey combines culture, nature, historic kasbahs, and immersion in the Moroccan desert for an unforgettable experience.
Price:
From €1050 / person
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Drâa Valley
Early morning departure at 8:30 am from your hotel in Marrakech, heading south through the spectacular Tizi-n-Tichka pass (2,260 m), the highest road in the High Atlas. You will cross impressive mountainous landscapes to Ouarzazate, the gateway to the desert. Visit the Fint Oasis, a lush valley once a caravan crossroads, where you’ll take a peaceful walk. After lunch, continue to the Drâa Valley via the Anti-Atlas, crossing the Tizi-n-Tinfifite pass (1,660 m). Arrival in Agdez, a charming stop in the heart of the palm grove, where you will dine and spend the night.
Day 2: Drâa Valley – Erg Lihoudi Dunes
After a local breakfast, take a morning walk in the Agdez palm grove. Depart for M’hamid along the ancient caravan route, connecting with fortified Berber villages and the Drâa palm groves. Lunch in Zagora. The afternoon is dedicated to visiting Tamegroute, famous for its artisanal pottery and Quranic library with ancient manuscripts. Then, continue by 4x4 to the Erg Lihoudi dunes at the edge of the Sahara. At the bivouac, experience a unique camel ride at sunset, followed by a traditional dinner under the stars.
Day 3: Erg Lihoudi – Erg Chegaga
Start the day with a sunrise walk in the Erg Lihoudi dunes. Return by 4x4 to M’hamid to explore the village’s traditional kasbahs. After lunch, embark on a spectacular 66-km 4x4 crossing through the desert (rocky hamada, regs, oases) to the imposing Erg Chegaga dunes, the highest in Southern Morocco (up to 300 m). In the late afternoon, walk to the dune summits for a magical sunset. Night in a bivouac under the stars.
Day 4: Erg Chegaga – Ouarzazate
After a sunrise wake-up and breakfast at the bivouac, enjoy a final dune walk. Then, depart by 4x4 to Ouarzazate, passing the dried-up Drâa wadi bed and Lake Iriqui, a vast desert expanse. Follow the mythical Paris-Dakar track through the great rocky hamada. Lunch break in Foum Zguid. Continue to Ouarzazate via Taznakht, known for its Berber carpet craftsmanship. Arrival in Ouarzazate by late afternoon, with dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 5: Ouarzazate – Marrakech
After breakfast, visit the famous film studios, a filming location for numerous international movies. Then head to Marrakech via the spectacular Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and symbol of traditional adobe architecture. Cross the Ounila Valley and visit the Telouet kasbah. Lunch in the High Atlas, followed by the return to Marrakech via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass. Arrival at your hotel by late afternoon.
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