2 Days and 1 Night Erg Chigaga Desert Excursion

This 2-day Erg Chigaga tour starts directly from our office in M’Hamid El Ghizlane, the last village before the open Sahara. From M’Hamid, we leave the paved road behind and travel roughly two hours by 4×4 across desert tracks toward the Erg Chigaga dunes.
You’ll spend the afternoon among the dunes, take a camel ride around sunset, have dinner at our desert camp, and spend the night in either a standard or private luxury tent. After sunrise and breakfast the following morning, we return to M’Hamid by 4×4, arriving at approximately 11:00 AM.

All traditional meals, mineral water, camel trekking, live music, and if you arrive in M’Hamid with your own car, you can leave it free of charge at our private parking area while you are in the desert.

Tour Highlights

Starting point: M’Hamid El Ghizlane
Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Accommodation: Standard or luxury desert camp
Transport: Private confortable 4×4 with driver.
4X4 driving time: About 2 hours each way.
Camel ride: Included at Erg Chigaga dunes.
Authentic Nomad Culture with live traditional music around a campfire.
Price: From €185/person
Best for: Couples, families, friends, etc.

Departure Options and Timing

To fit your travel plans, we offer two convenient daily departure times from our meeting point in M’hamid:

Morning Departure: 10:00 AM (Returns at 11:00 AM the next day)
Afternoon Departure: 03:00 PM / 15:00 (Returns at 11:00 AM the next day)

Detailed Itinerary: 2-Day M’hamid to Erg Chigaga Tour

Day 1: M’hamid El Ghizlane to Erg Chigaga Sand Dunes

Sahara Off-Road Crossing: Board your comfortable 4×4 vehicle for a 2-hour desert safari deep into the wild Sahara tracks, leaving the paved roads of Mhamid behind.
Wildlife and Viewpoints: Your experienced local Sahara tour guide will stop at panoramic spots so you can take photos and look out for rare desert wildlife like gazelles, oryx, or ostriches.
Traditional Nomad Welcome: Arrive at our Erg Chigaga desert bivouac camp and unwind with a refreshing glass of authentic Moroccan mint tea.
Sunset Camel Trekking: Mount your camel for a guided trek to the summit of the highest sand dunes in Morocco to witness sunset.
Campfire and Traditional Music: Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner under the stars, followed by live nomadic drum music around the campfire before sleeping in nomadic tent.

Day 2: Erg Chigaga Desert Camp Back to M’hamid

Sunrise on the top of the Dunes: Wake up early to catch the breathtaking Sahara desert sunrise, followed by a fresh breakfast at the camp.
Nomadic Cultural Journey: Board the 4×4 for the return trip across changing landscapes while your local driver shares the nomadic.
Arrival in Mhamid El Ghizlane: Travel back through different desert terrains, arriving safely at your starting point in M’hamid by 11:00 AM to pick up your car from our secure parking.

Choose Your Desert Camp Experience

We offer two comfort levels at our Erg Chigaga desert camp to match your travel style:

Option 1: Standard Comfort Camp

Traditional nomad tents.
Shared clean bathroom and shower facilities.
Comfortable beds with authentic Moroccan blankets.
Price: Starting from € 185 per person.

Option 2: Luxury Desert Camp

Spacious, private walk-in tents with private en-suite bathroom and hot shower.
Beds will be made with warm mattresses, heavy sheets, and thick wool/down duvets.
Private outdoor seating area to relax under the stars.
Price: Starting from € 275 per person.

Note: Prices vary depending on the number of participants. Contact us for a personalized group quote.

What’s Included :

Transport: Comfortable 4×4 vehicle with an experienced local driver/guide.
Accommodation: 1 night in a comfortable desert camp tent.
Meals: All traditional meals (Lunc, Dinner and Breakfast) and mineral water.
Activities: Guided camel ride at sunset and live traditional nomad music.
Convenience: Free, secure parking for your personal car in Mhamid.