7-Day Morocco Desert Tour From Agadir to Erg Chegaga

Duration

7 days

Start Location

Min Age

1

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 7-day Morocco desert adventure from Agadir that takes you from the Atlantic coast to the majestic dunes of Erg Chegaga, one of the largest and most remote dune fields in the Sahara. This immersive journey blends authentic cultural encounters with breathtaking landscapes – from lush oases and saffron valleys to volcanic peaks, ancient kasbahs, prehistoric rock carvings, and the golden silence of the Sahara.

Perfect for travelers seeking a balance between adventure, culture, and comfort, this tour includes guided visits to traditional Berber villages, palm groves, nomadic experiences, and nights under the starry desert sky in charming riads and desert camps.

Whether you’re fascinated by Moroccan history, amazed by natural wonders, or simply drawn to the magic of the Sahara, this Agadir to Erg Chegaga tour will create lasting memories.

Included/Excluded

  • Private transportation in air-conditioned 4x4 or minivan
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Accommodation in selected riads, hotels & desert camps (6 nights)
  • Camel trekking in the Erg Chegaga dunes
  • Daily breakfast and dinners (vegetarian options available)
  • Sandboarding & nomadic desert music experience
  • Guided visits as per itinerary
  • Lunches and drinks
  • Entrance fees to kasbahs/monuments (if applicable)
  • Tips and personal expenses

Tour Plan

Day 1: Agadir – Taliouine – Taznakht – Foum Zguid

  • Departure from Agadir after breakfast. Drive through the Souss Valley, passing banana plantations, citrus groves, and fields of corn.

  • Stop to admire the tree-climbing goats in argan trees.

  • Lunch stop in Taliouine, famous for its saffron.

  • Visit Taznakht, renowned for traditional Berber carpets and cooperative workshops.

  • Continue towards Foum Zguid, exploring its oasis, ksars, and fortified villages.

  • Overnight in Foum Zguid (hotel/riad).

Day 2: Foum Zguid – Lac Iriki – Erg Chegaga Desert Camp

  • Breakfast then departure by 4x4 on the old Paris-Dakar rally track.

  • Visit prehistoric rock carvings at Jebel Lakhraït.

  • Cross volcanic landscapes and discover marine fossils trapped in black stone.

  • Drive across the dried Lac Iriki, a breathtaking white desert plain.

  • Stop at the desert café “Titanic” before reaching the dunes.

  • Arrive at Erg Chegaga dunes in the late afternoon. Camel ride to the desert camp.

  • Dinner and music around the fire, night under the starry Sahara sky.

Day 3: Erg Chegaga – Nomadic Experience

  • Wake up for a Sahara sunrise over the dunes.

  • After breakfast, join a camel caravan trek (2h walk) with nomads.

  • Learn to bake traditional sand bread and share tea with locals.

  • Lunch in the desert, time to relax.

  • Afternoon: climb the dunes for a spectacular sunset.

  • Dinner and overnight at the Erg Chegaga camp.

Day 4: Erg Chegaga – Tissint – Tata

  • Breakfast at the camp, then 4x4 drive through desert landscapes.

  • Visit Tissint waterfalls, local thermal springs, and meet a traditional herbalist.

  • Discover the ancient Zaouia of Mrimima and its historic school.

  • Arrival in Tata, an oasis town with unique red architecture.

  • Dinner and overnight in Tata or nearby bivouac.

Day 5: Tata – Akka – Icht

  • Explore Tata’s vast palm grove and historical kasbahs.

  • Visit Akka, known for its fortified villages and rock carvings.

  • Discover Agadir Ouzrou and the minaret of Lalla Beit Allah mosque.

  • Continue towards Icht, overnight in a local guesthouse or kasbah lodge.

Day 6: Icht – Amtoudi – Tafraoute

  • Breakfast then journey to the beautiful Amtoudi oasis with its famous granaries (Agadirs) and canyon.

  • Lunch in a traditional Berber village.

  • Drive to Tafraoute, surrounded by pink granite mountains.

  • Visit the Painted Rocks of Jean Vérame, Ammeln Valley, and local souk.

  • Dinner and overnight in Tafraoute.

Day 7: Tafraoute – Igherm – Taroudant – Agadir

  • Drive through the scenic Anti-Atlas mountains, stop in Igherm.

  • Continue to Taroudant, explore its ancient walls and lively souks.

  • Short visit to Tioute palm grove.

  • Arrival in Agadir in the late afternoon. End of the tour.

Why Choose This 7-Day Agadir to Erg Chegaga Desert Tour?

  • Unique Route off the Beaten Path
    Unlike the popular Merzouga dunes, this itinerary takes you deep into the remote Erg Chegaga Sahara, where silence, authenticity, and vast horizons create a truly unique desert experience.
  • Cultural Immersion
    From saffron fields in Taliouine to traditional carpet weaving in Taznakht and encounters with nomadic families in the Sahara, this journey offers genuine insight into Moroccan culture and heritage.
  • Diverse Landscapes
    In just one week, you will explore mountains, valleys, volcanic plateaus, palm groves, ancient kasbahs, prehistoric carvings, and the golden dunes of the Sahara — a complete Moroccan adventure.
  • Authentic Desert Experience
    Ride camels across the dunes, learn to bake bread in the sand with nomads, share tea under the acacias, and spend your nights around the campfire beneath a star-filled sky.
  • Comfort and Expertise
    Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver-guide, and stay in carefully selected riads, desert camps, and guesthouses that combine comfort with authentic charm.
  • Flexible and Customizable
    This tour can be adapted to your travel dates, pace, and personal interests, whether you prefer more hiking, cultural visits, or relaxation in the Sahara.

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