3-Days Desert Tour from Agadir to Erg Chigaga

Overview

Venture off the beaten path and discover the untamed beauty of the Sahara on this 3-day 4x4 adventure from Agadir to the remote Erg Chigaga dunes. This tour is perfect for the traveler looking to escape the crowds and experience the wild, vast landscapes of Morocco's largest desert. Journey through historic towns, saffron fields, and rugged terrain for an authentic and unforgettable desert expedition.

Highlights

• An exciting 4x4 off-road adventure to the remote Erg Chigaga dunes.
• Explore the ancient walled city of Taroudant.
• Travel through Taliouine, the heart of Morocco's saffron country.
• Cross the vast, dry Iriqui Lake, a former route of the Paris-Dakar rally.
• Ride a camel at sunset over the towering dunes of Erg Chigaga.
• Spend a night in a traditional Berber desert camp.
• Visit Taznakht, a town famous for its handmade Berber carpets.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Agadir → Taroudant → Taliouine → Foum Zguid Our adventure begins with a morning pick-up from your accommodation in Agadir. We drive east to Taroudant, a historic walled city known as "Little Marrakech." After a short visit, we continue to Taliouine, the center of Morocco's saffron production. We then travel through rugged, scenic landscapes to the desert town of Foum Zguid, where you will have dinner and spend the night in a hotel, ready for the off-road adventure tomorrow.

Day 2: Foum Zguid → Erg Chigaga Dunes (4x4 Adventure) After breakfast, our 4x4 expedition begins. We drive into the desert, crossing the vast, sun-baked expanse of Lake Iriqui, a dry salt flat that was once part of the legendary Paris-Dakar Rally route. After a thrilling off-road journey, we arrive at the magnificent Erg Chigaga dunes. In the late afternoon, you will embark on a camel trek to watch the sunset from atop the high dunes. You'll then settle into your traditional Berber desert camp for a delicious dinner and a magical night under a blanket of stars.

Day 3: Erg Chigaga → Taznakht → Taroudant → Agadir Wake up early to witness a spectacular desert sunrise. After breakfast at the camp, we begin our journey back towards the coast. Our 4x4 will take us out of the desert to meet the paved road, and we'll head towards the town of Taznakht, renowned for its beautiful, hand-woven Berber carpets. We'll continue through the mountains, passing Taroudant again, before arriving back in Agadir in the evening, where your wild desert tour concludes.

What's Included

• Private A/C vehicle and 4x4 for the desert portion.
• Experienced English-speaking driver/guide.
• 2 nights of accommodation (1 night in a hotel, 1 night in a desert camp).
• Daily breakfasts and dinners.
• Camel trek in Erg Chigaga.

What's Not Included

• Lunches and drinks.
• Entrance fees to monuments.
• Personal expenses and tips.

Why Choose This Tour?

This tour is for the true adventurer. Erg Chigaga is less accessible and more remote than other dune areas, offering a more authentic and tranquil desert experience. The 4x4 off-road adventure across different desert landscapes makes this a uniquely thrilling journey.