Spend three days and two nights exploring Erg Chigaga from M’Hamid El Ghizlane. This 4×4 desert journey takes you across remote Sahara tracks and dune areas, with camel trekking and a traditional sand-bread baking experience along the way. With two nights in the desert, there is more time to enjoy the quiet, watch the sunset over the dunes, and experience the Sahara at a slower pace.
Departure and Return Details
Maximize your time in the wilderness with our flexible departure options from our meeting point in M’hamid:
- Departure: 10:00 AM or 03:00 PM (15:00).
- Return: Arrives back in Mhamid at 11:00 AM on Day 3.
Detailed Itinerary: 3-Day Erg Chigaga Desert Journey
Day 1: Mhamid to Erg Chigaga – Into the Deep Dunes
- 4×4 Safari: Leave Mhamid behind as your comfortable 4×4 travels deep into the Moroccan Sahara tracks.
- Wildlife Tracking: Keep an eye out for desert wildlife like rare gazelles, oryx, and ostriches during scenic photography stops.
- Bivouac Welcome: Arrive at our comfortable Erg Chigaga desert camp and enjoy traditional nomadic mint tea.
- Sunset Camel Ride: Embark on a guided camel trek to the crest of the highest sand dunes to watch the sun set over the horizon.
- Starry Saharan Night: Indulge in a traditional Moroccan dinner, enjoy live nomad drum music around the campfire, and sleep in your cozy desert tent.
Day 2: The Heart of the Desert – Picnic and Sandbread Experience
- Sunrise Desert Breakfast: Witness the spectacular sunrise over the great dunes, followed by a hearty breakfast.
- Dune Exploration: Venture further into the remote areas of the Erg Chigaga dune sea via 4×4 and light trekking.
- Nomadic Sandbread Demonstration: Stop for a scenic desert picnic where our local guides will show you the ancient art of baking nomad sandbread directly in the hot embers and sand.
- Second Magic Night: Return to the camp for another peaceful evening under the star-filled sky, enjoying local food and Saharan storytelling.
- Overnight: Erg Chigaga desert camp.
Day 3: Erg Chigaga Back to M’hamid
- Final Morning in the Sahara: Enjoy your breakfast surrounded by peaceful sand landscapes.
- Cultural Journey Home: Travel back to M’hamid by 4×4 while your driver shares insights into the fascinating history of Sahara nomads.
- Arrival: Arrive safely back in M’hamid El Ghizlane at 11:00 AM to pick up your vehicle from our free secure parking.
Desert Camp – Two Nights at Erg Chigaga
Because this itinerary includes two nights in Erg Chigaga, you have more time to enjoy the desert without rushing through the experience.
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: 2 nights in a comfortable desert camp tent.
- Meals: Full board (all traditional breakfasts, lunches, dinners) and mineral water.
- Special Features: Nomadic sandbread baking experience and scenic desert picnic.
- Activities: Guided sunset camel trek and live traditional nomad music.
- Convenience: Free, secure parking for your personal car in M’hamid.
- Journey by Camel on Day 3
- Traditional nomad sandbread experience
- Campfire music at Erg Chigaga
- Free Parking for your car
what’s not included :
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Soft drinks or alcoholic beverages.
- Travel insurance.
- Entrance fees or optional activities not mentioned above
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