3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora And Chegaga
Overview
3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Zagora And Chegaga
This 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora and Chegaga takes you deep into the Moroccan Sahara, blending history, culture, and adventure. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, and explore Ouarzazate, Agdz, and the lush palm groves of the Draa Valley.
On the second day, discover authentic Saharan villages, visit the famous Koranic library of Tamegroute, and reach the vast dunes of Chegaga. Enjoy unforgettable desert nights under the stars in traditional Sahara camps at Zagora and Erg Lihoudi.
Destinations Covered
- Marrakech
- High Atlas Mountains (Tizi n’Tichka Pass)
- Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO)
- Ouarzazate
- Agdz & Draa Valley
- Zagora
- Tamegroute
- Mhamid
- Chegaga Dunes
- Erg Lihoudi
Why Choose This 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech?
- Ideal short Sahara experience from Marrakech
- Combination of culture, history, and desert adventure
- Visit Chegaga, the largest dunes in Morocco
- Authentic desert camps and camel trekking
- Perfect for travelers with limited time
Call to Action
Book your 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Zagora and Chegaga today and experience the magic of the Moroccan Sahara with camel rides, golden dunes, and unforgettable desert nights.
Included/Excluded
- Air-conditioned minivan transport Marrakech–Zagora–Marrakech
- 4WD transport Zagora–Chegaga–Zagora
- Camel ride at sunset in Zagora
- Lunch on the second day
- Dinner on the first and second nights
- Breakfast on the second and third days
- Local Sahara guide
- 2 nights accommodation in desert camps
- Flights to and from Morocco
- Lunches not mentioned
- Drinks (water, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages)
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities (quad biking, buggy, extra camel rides)
Tour Plan
Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Agdz – Zagora
Departure at 7:30 AM from Marrakech toward Zagora. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and visit the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou. Continue to Ouarzazate and Agdz for panoramic views of the Draa Valley. Drive along the valley to Zagora, passing traditional kasbahs and villages. Enjoy a sunset camel ride and spend the night in an authentic Berber desert camp with dinner, mint tea, Saharan music, and a campfire.
Day 2: Zagora – Tamegroute – Mhamid – Chegaga – Erg Lihoudi
After sunrise, depart by 4x4 to explore the Moroccan Sahara. Visit Tamegroute and its ancient Koranic library and underground streets. Continue to Mhamid, the last village before the vast Sahara, following sandy tracks once used by the Paris–Dakar Rally. After lunch, reach the impressive Chegaga dunes, the largest dunes in Morocco. Enjoy sandboarding, walking on the dunes, and watching the sunset before spending the night under the stars in a desert camp at Erg Lihoudi with traditional dinner and music.
Day 3: Erg Lihoudi – Zagora – Kasbah Taourirt – Marrakech
Early morning departure by 4x4 to Zagora, then rejoin your minibus for the return journey to Marrakech. Drive through the Draa Valley and visit the historic Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate before arriving in Marrakech in the evening.



