3-Day The Sea of Sand Tour Marrakech, Drâa Valley, Zagora & Erg Chegaga
Embark on an adventure in the heart of southern Morocco and discover the treasures of the South on The Sea of Sand. This 3-day journey from Marrakech crosses Ouarzazate, the lush Drâa Valley, Zagora and M’Hamid before reaching the majestic Chegaga dunes, the largest in Morocco.
Between oases, ancient kasbahs, Berber villages, Saharan tracks and magical nights under the stars, the 3-Day The Sea of Sand Tour offers an authentic immersion in the desert. The program includes a night in Zagora, a camel ride, a Saharan bivouac and a return through Foum Zguid and Tazenakht. The tour price is €450 per person.
3-Day The Sea of Sand Tour Highlights
- Ouarzazate & Drâa ValleyTravel through southern Morocco, admire Ouarzazate and discover the palm groves, kasbahs and ksour of the Drâa Valley.
- M’Hamid & Erg ChegagaContinue beyond the last village before the desert and reach the largest dunes in Morocco.
- Camel Ride & Desert SilenceEnjoy a camel ride through the golden dunes and experience the calm and immensity of the Sahara.
- Berber Evening Under the StarsSpend the night in a Saharan bivouac and enjoy dinner and Berber drums around the campfire.
3-Day The Sea of Sand Tour Itinerary
3 days · 2 nightsDAY 01Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Drâa Valley – Zagora
Cross Southern Morocco & Arrive in Zagora
- Depart Marrakech in the morning and head towards the Great South of Morocco.
- Cross contrasting landscapes that reveal Morocco’s natural diversity.
- Discover the Ouarzazate region, known as the “Gateway to the Desert,” with its remarkable architectural heritage and dramatic scenery.
- Admire the ancient Kasbah of Aït Ourir along the way.
- Continue through the magnificent Drâa Valley, lined with thousands of date palms, fortified kasbahs and traditional earthen villages.
- Arrive in Zagora at the end of the day.
- Settle into a comfortable riad-style hotel with swimming pool, then enjoy dinner and a relaxing evening.
DAY 02Zagora – M’Hamid – Drâa Valley – Chegaga Dunes
Ksour, Desert Tracks & Bivouac at Erg Chegaga
- After breakfast, depart for an off-the-beaten-track adventure towards M’Hamid El Ghizlane, the last inhabited village before the Sahara.
- Follow desert tracks through the vast palm groves of the Drâa Valley.
- Discover numerous ksour, ancient fortified villages built of earth, as well as historic kasbahs.
- Continue in the afternoon towards the impressive dunes of Erg Chegaga, a jewel of the Moroccan desert, with some dunes rising over 300 meters.
- Enjoy a camel ride through the golden dunes.
- Admire the sunset on Erg Chegaga and take photos in this exceptional setting.
- Settle into a traditional bivouac, enjoy a Moroccan dinner and a Berber evening under the stars.
DAY 03Chegaga – Foum Zguid – Tazenakht – Marrakech
Sunrise, Desert Tracks & Return to Marrakech
- Watch the sunrise over the dunes, a magical moment in the Sahara.
- Depart via desert tracks towards Foum Zguid.
- Discover varied desert landscapes including stony regs, arid plains, Saharan acacias and vast horizons.
- Continue to Tazenakht, renowned for traditional crafts and the famous Berber carpets of southern Morocco.
- Take a lunch break and enjoy some sightseeing before returning to Marrakech.
- Expected arrival in Marrakech in the evening.
3-Day The Sea of Sand Tour Experience
What You Experience
- Departure from Marrakech through Ouarzazate and the Drâa Valley.
- Arrival in Zagora and one night in a comfortable riad-style hotel with swimming pool.
- Desert-track adventure to M’Hamid and Erg Chegaga.
- Camel ride and sunset over the dunes.
- One night in a Saharan bivouac with traditional Moroccan dinner.
- Return through Foum Zguid and Tazenakht to Marrakech.
Why Choose This Tour?
- Three days of varied southern Moroccan landscapes.
- Authentic immersion in oases, kasbahs, Berber villages and the Sahara.
- Majestic Erg Chegaga dunes, the largest in Morocco.
- Magical moments including a camel ride, sunset and Berber evening under the stars.
3-Day The Sea of Sand Tour FAQs
How much is the 3-Day The Sea of Sand Tour?
The 3-Day The Sea of Sand Tour costs €450 per person. Use the traveler selector in the booking form to calculate the total instantly for your group.
What is included in the route?
The program departs from Marrakech, passes through Ouarzazate, the Drâa Valley and Zagora, continues via M’Hamid to the Chegaga dunes, then returns through Foum Zguid and Tazenakht.
Where do we sleep during the tour?
You spend one night in a comfortable riad-style hotel with swimming pool in Zagora and one night in a Saharan bivouac at Chegaga.
What can we do at Erg Chegaga?
The Chegaga experience includes a camel ride, sunset viewing on the dunes, photo opportunities, and discovering the silence and immensity of the desert.
Learn more about Erg Chigaga on French WikipediaWhat is special about the return route?
The return from Chegaga crosses desert tracks, stony regs, arid plains and Saharan acacias before reaching Foum Zguid and Tazenakht, famous for traditional Berber carpets.
How do I book this tour?
Choose your preferred date, number of travelers and contact details in the inquiry form. After you send the request, the team will contact you soon.