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Morocco Desert Tours | Sahara, Merzouga & Erg Chigaga
Moroccan Sahara Trips & Berber Desert Camps
Crossing the High Atlas Mountains, sleeping under the stars in a Berber tent, camel riding towards the sand dunes at sunset.
A desert adventure to Moroccan Sahara is something you’ll cherish for a lifetime, and we want to make it as easy as possible. Featuring private tours from Marrakech, Fes and Ouarzazate year-round, we bring you into Erg Chebbi (the famous, postcard-looking dunes near Merzouga) or Erg Chigaga (a much more remote and off-the-beaten-path desert accessible by 4×4 only). Whether you are looking for a quick 3 day trip or an epic 10 day journey through the desert, we have it covered. All itineraries are private, customizable and created by our on-the-ground team in Marrakech.
- 01Customizable Morocco Desert Tours: Family-Friendly Expeditions, Flexible Routes & Starting Points
- 02Activities during expeditions in the south of Morocco
- 03Must-see places to visit during your adventures in the kingdom’s south
- 04Organization of your private tours in the south of Morocco
- 05Customizable Morocco Desert Tours: Family-Friendly Expeditions, Flexible Routes & Starting Points
- 06Cultural contributions during stays in south of Morocco
- 07Frequently asked questions
- 08They Explored Morocco with Joy
- 09Start Planning a Journey That Truly Fits You
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Customizable Morocco Desert Tours: Family-Friendly Expeditions, Flexible Routes & Starting Points
Cities and starting points for expeditions in the desert of Morocco.
The cities and starting points for excursions include Marrakech, Agadir, Ouarzazate, Merzouga, Zagora, M'Hamid El Ghizlane, Fes, Casablanca, and Essaouira. Departures can also be arranged from other locations across the kingdom.
Ideas for the itineraries of our tours and road trips in the Sahara
Expeditions can begin directly from an airport city where clients are picked up or from any location where they may already be staying in Morocco. Routes follow established plans—such as Marrakech - Ouarzazate - Todgha Gorges - Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) - Zagora - M’Hamid El Ghizlane - Erg Chegaga.
Personalization of private tours in the desert of Morocco
We offer a range of customizable desert tours. You can adjust them according to your schedule, budget, and interests, with help from our team to create the perfect itinerary.
Activities available during your desert trip
Desert expeditions include a mix of mechanical activities like 4x4 raids, rallies, and motor sports (auto, moto, quad, buggy), and cultural activities such as event trips and group parties in the desert, artistic or folk performances with nights in tents or bivouacs, visits to historical sites, kasbahs, ancient architecture, fossils and carvings near Lake Iriqui, the manuscript library of Tamgroute, and hands-on experiences in pottery, Berber carpets, and traditional cooking.
Can we change our routes?
Yes, itineraries can be modified at any time before or during the tour, whether it's to change the length, adjust a stage, or explore something new based on your preferences.
Family getaways with children in the desert
Families can organize trips to the south of Morocco with their children. The routes, duration of stages and accommodation will be selected and adapted to their particular needs.
Activities during expeditions in the south of Morocco
Physical activities:
- Meharee
- Trek
- Climbing
- Camel Rides
- Sand boarding
- Hiking in mountains, on desert trails, on dunes
Must-see places to visit during your adventures in the kingdom’s south
Kasbah Ait Benhaddou
Ouarzazate
Skoura Palm Grove
Valley of the Roses
Tinghir
Todgha Gorge
Dades Valley
Drâa Valley
Merzouga and Erg Chebbi
Zagora
Iriqui Lake
M'Hamid El Ghizlane and Paris-Dakar Rally track
Erg Chegaga
Organization of your private tours in the south of Morocco
Arrival to departure pick-up
From your disembarkation at the airport or agreed location, you are fully covered. Your transport is assured in our 4X4 vehicles, adapted to all terrain, very comfortable and air-conditioned.
Local drivers and guides
The drivers and guides are highly experienced professionals who know the regions of the South perfectly. They will show you the places and must-see sites and other places outside of the classic circuits. In addition to informing you, they will bring you closer to the local people and their traditions, and are always ready to answer your questions.
Accommodation
The nights in the desert can be spent under the stars in bivouac or tents with the all amenities, the accommodation can also take place at home, in riads and hotels with swimming pool, wifi, etc...
Catering
In Morocco, in all regions including the south, priority is given to tasting in the local atmosphere of traditional local dishes, however other dishes of international cuisine can be prepared on request.
Customizable Morocco Desert Tours: Family-Friendly Expeditions, Flexible Routes & Starting Points
Explore the Moroccan desert your way, with adaptable itineraries designed for unforgettable experiences.
- Sunshine
- The highly diverse nature of Morocco and its cultural diversity
- The rich heritage
- The lunar landscapes of the plateaus, the high dunes of the ergs Chebbi and Chegaga
- New discoveries and human contact among a diverse ethnic population
- The harmony between tradition and modernity
- The strong sensations in the immensity and silence of the deserts
- The atmosphere and lifestyle in a nomadic environment
- Experience nights in bivouac or tent under starry sky
- Beautiful sunrises and sunsets
Enjoy year-round sun, perfect for desert exploration and outdoor adventures.
From valleys to dunes, and Berbers to Arabs, the richness of nature and culture defines every step.
Kasbahs, Berber villages, ancient architecture, historical sites, etc...
Marvel at surreal landscapes shaped by wind and time—ideal for photography and immersion.
Meet locals from varied backgrounds, each offering unique stories and traditions.
Experience a lifestyle that blends ancestral customs with present-day touches.
Feel the thrill and peace that come with vast open spaces and golden silence.
Step into the rhythm of nomadic life—simple, grounded, and deeply connected to nature.
Sleep under breathtaking desert skies for a magical, once-in-a-lifetime memory.
Witness breathtaking skies as the desert glows with warm, unforgettable colors at dawn and dusk.
Cultural contributions during stays in south of Morocco
- Change of scenery and total disconnection in a natural environment.
- Immersion in local lights and colors
- Discovery of the inestimable heritage of southern Morocco
- Encounter with the desert, its plateaus, its dunes, its sunsets and sunrises
- Discovery of the geographical and cultural diversity of Morocco
- Exploration of sites and century-old kasbahs
- customs
- Amazing harmony between modernity and tradition in Morocco.
- Encounter of the Bedouin way of life, and the local Berber populations and their ancestral
They Explored Morocco with Joy
Join travelers who booked with local experts and shared their experience after exploring Morocco with us.
Frequently asked questions
What experiences are included in the “Morocco Desert Tours”?
The tours take you into Morocco’s desert landscapes, visits to vast dunes like Erg Chebbi or Erg Chigaga, camel rides, overnight stays in desert camps under the stars, plus journeys through the High Atlas Mountains, palm-valleys, kasbahs and nomadic villages.
When is the best time to go on a desert tour and what should I prepare?
The best seasons are spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when temperatures are comfortable and daylight hours favourable. If you travel in summer expect very high heat; in winter nights can be very cold in the desert. Be sure to pack layers (warm jacket for evening), sun-protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen), and a comfortable pair of shoes for sand and dunes.
Start Planning a Journey That Truly Fits You
Tell us when you want to travel, what you want to see, and how you like to move. We will shape a Morocco itinerary around your rhythm, interests, and comfort level.
Local agency based in Morocco
English-speaking driver-guides
Personalized quote within 24h