Marrakech
Discover Erg Chigaga on a four-day 4x4 route from Marrakech through the Draa Valley and Mhamid, returning via Iriqui, Foum Zguid and Ait Ben Haddou.
Marrakech → Ait Ben Haddou → Agdz → Zagora → Tamegroute → Mhamid → Erg Chigaga → Iriqui → Foum Zguid → Tazenakht → Telouet → Marrakech
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This 4-day Erg Chigaga desert tour from Marrakech follows a southern route through Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate and Agdz to the Draa Valley. Continue towards Zagora, Tamegroute and Mhamid before leaving the paved route for the Chigaga dunes and a desert camp night.
The return journey crosses the Iriqui landscape towards Foum Zguid and Tazenakht, with time for local carpet craftsmanship before an overnight stop at Ait Ben Haddou. The final day follows the Telouet route and the High Atlas back to Marrakech. The off-road sections are a defining feature and require flexibility for weather, terrain and access conditions.
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Depart Marrakech by 4x4 and cross the High Atlas via Tizi n'Tichka. Visit Ait Ben Haddou, continue through Ouarzazate and follow the route towards the Draa Valley. Overnight in Agdz.
Proposed overnight: Accommodation in Agdz
Begin around Tamnougalt before continuing along the Draa Valley towards Zagora, Tamegroute and Mhamid. Follow the off-road route to Erg Chigaga. Enjoy the camel ride and dune scenery described in the programme, then overnight in camp.
Proposed overnight: Desert camp, Erg Chigaga
After breakfast, cross the Iriqui area and stony plains towards Foum Zguid, subject to terrain conditions. Continue by road to Tazenakht, where a carpet cooperative visit can introduce local craftsmanship. Finish the day at Ait Ben Haddou.
Proposed overnight: Accommodation at Ait Ben Haddou
Travel towards Telouet along the former caravan route. Any kasbah visit depends on current access and safety conditions. Continue over the High Atlas and return to Marrakech.
This itinerary includes long road journeys and early starts. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and layers for mountain and desert temperatures. Exact pickup times, accommodation names, meal arrangements, local guides and entry fees are confirmed in your written quote. Sunrise, sunset and wildlife sightings depend on conditions. Off-road stages and Telouet access depend on current terrain and safety conditions.
It visits Erg Chigaga via Mhamid. It is a different desert route from the Merzouga and Erg Chebbi itineraries.
Yes. The Chigaga and Iriqui stages include off-road travel by 4x4. Conditions can require route changes.
The itinerary includes Agdz, an Erg Chigaga desert camp and Ait Ben Haddou before returning to Marrakech.
No. Interior access depends on current opening and safety conditions. The route should not be booked on the assumption that entry is available.
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