Highlights

• Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass

• Visit the ancient ksars of Kasbah Telouet and Ait Ben Haddou

• Journey through the lush and historic Dra’a Valley

• Explore the Kasbah of Tamnougalt and cultural sites in Zagora, including a pottery workshop and Quranic library

• Sleep under the stars in a comfortable Berber tent camp in M’Hamid

• Camel trek and hike across the mesmerizing dunes of the Sahara Desert

• Immerse yourself in nomadic life with meals and storytelling around the campfire

• Discover the vast silence of Lake Iriki and the desert expanse around Foum Zguid

• Explore Ouarzazate, Morocco’s “Hollywood,” and visit the Atlas film studios

• Conclude with the spectacular return through the Atlas Mountains to Marrakech

What's Included

• Private transport in an air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan

• Hotel or riad pick-up and drop-off at you hotel or riad in Marrakech

• English-speaking driver/guide throughout the tour

• 7 nights accommodation: Guesthouses or riads in Agdez and Ouarzazate

• Furnished desert tents with bathroom and shower facilities in M’Hamid

• All meals during the desert portion (Days 3–6)

• Camel trekking and guided hikes through the Sahara dunes

• Nomadic guides and camp crew during trekking days

• Dinner and breakfast at all accommodations

• Bottled water and traditional Moroccan tea at the camp

• Scenic stops, cultural visits, and photo opportunities along the way

Not Included

• Drinks

• Local guides

• Entrance fees

• Tips

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech to Agdez

Begin your journey with a scenic drive through the majestic High Atlas Mountains, crossing the dramatic Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Along the way, explore the iconic Kasbah Telouet, once the seat of the powerful Glaoui family, followed by a stop at the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a beautifully preserved fortified village that has appeared in many films. Continue southward through the Dra’a Valley, lined with endless date palms and ancient kasbahs. Arrive in the quiet town of Agdez, nestled at the edge of the desert, where you'll spend the night in a local guesthouse.

Day 2: Agdez to M’Hamid

After breakfast, visit the historic Kasbah Tamnougalt, one of the oldest and most atmospheric kasbahs in southern Morocco. Drive deeper into the Dra’a Valley, stopping in Zagora for lunch. While there, explore a traditional pottery workshop and visit the renowned Quranic library of Tamegroute, home to centuries-old manuscripts. In the late afternoon, arrive in M’Hamid El Ghizlane, the last village before the open desert. Settle into a comfortable, furnished Berber tent, enjoy dinner around a fire, and prepare for the camel trekking adventure to come.

Day 3-6: M’Hamid – Desert Trek Erg Chigaga

Today marks the beginning of your Sahara camel trekking adventure. After a hearty breakfast, meet your experienced nomad guides and camel caravan who will lead you into the wild expanse of the desert. You’ll trek through varied terrain—rolling dunes, dry riverbeds, and acacia-dotted plains—absorbing the serene and timeless beauty of the Sahara. Break for lunch under the shade of tamarisk trees, then continue your trek in the golden afternoon light. By sunset, arrive at a traditional Berber tented camp, where you'll relax and enjoy a freshly cooked dinner beneath the stars. Basic shower and toilet facilities are available.

Awaken to the quiet stillness of the desert. After breakfast, continue trekking across ever-changing landscapes, from rocky hamada to soft sand dunes that grow higher as you near Erg Chigaga, one of the most majestic dune fields in Morocco.

Spend the day exploring the towering dunes of Erg Chigaga, whether on foot or camelback. Climb to the dune tops for panoramic views that stretch to the Algerian border, watch the wind paint ripples into the sand, or simply rest and enjoy the quiet grandeur of the desert. Meals will be prepared by your Berber hosts,

Day 7: Erg Chigaga to Ouarzarzate

After breakfast in the dunes, begin your return journey by 4x4 through the wild and remote desert. The route crosses the dry Lake Iriqui, a vast and hauntingly beautiful salt flat, then winds through dramatic rock formations toward the town of Foum Zguid. After lunch along the way, continue north, watching the desert gradually give way to more fertile valleys. By late afternoon, arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the "Hollywood of Morocco" for its famous film studios and ancient kasbahs. Overnight in a comfortable guesthouse or riad.

Day 8: Ouarzazate to Marrakech

Today’s scenic drive back to Marrakech leads you once again over the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, the highest mountain road in North Africa. Along the way, stop to explore the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved earthen villages in the country. Continue through winding mountain roads with opportunities to take in panoramic views of Berber villages clinging to the hillsides. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening which concludes your unforgettable journey across Morocco’s diverse landscapes.