Mhamid Desert Trip From Marrakech 3 days 2 nights

Mhamid Desert Trip from Marrakech – 3 Days, 2 Nights

The Mhamid Desert Trip from Marrakech offers an immersive experience over three days and two nights, highlighting Morocco’s rich cultural heritage, dramatic landscapes, and nomadic traditions. This tour, from the bustling city of Marrakech to the vast Sahara, provides an ideal blend of historical exploration and authentic desert adventure. With a comfortable minibus and reliable 4×4 vehicles, journey across the High Atlas Mountains, visit iconic sites like Ait Ben Haddou, and encounter the expansive sand dunes of Chegaga and Erg Lihoudi.

Highlights:

• Mhamid Sahara Tour: Discover Mhamid, known as the gateway to the Sahara, and venture deeper into the desert landscapes.
• Tizi n Tichka Pass & Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah: Admire the scenic route through the Atlas Mountains, stopping at the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou.
• Draa Valley & Kasbahs: Pass through lush valleys and ancient kasbahs, exploring Berber villages along the route.
• Camel Trekking & Sunset over the Dunes: Experience a camel ride at sunset and witness breathtaking desert landscapes.
• Chegaga Dunes & Nomadic Camp: Visit Morocco’s largest dunes in Chegaga, and stay overnight in a traditional tent under the stars.
• Saharan Activities: Enjoy Berber music, sand surfing, and traditional meals around a campfire.

Itinerary:

• Day 1: Marrakech to Zagora
  • Depart from Marrakech at 7:30 a.m., traveling through the scenic Tizi n Tichka Pass to reach Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its ancient kasbah. The journey continues through Ouarzazate and Agdez, allowing for panoramic views of the Draa Valley.
  • Proceed to Zagora, where you will saddle up for a sunset camel ride to a desert camp. The evening includes a traditional Berber dinner around a campfire, accompanied by Saharan music. Overnight accommodations are in nomadic-style tents, offering a genuine desert experience.
• Day 2: Zagora to Chegaga Desert Dunes
  • Begin with a sunrise over the dunes before setting out in a 4×4 to explore the vast Chegaga Dunes, Morocco’s largest, reaching up to 300 meters. You will also visit the Qoran library and narrow, historic alleys before reaching Mhamid, the last village before the open Sahara.
  • After a local lunch of meats, salads, seasonal fruits, and tea, enjoy activities like dune walking and sand surfing. Proceed to Erg Lihoudi, where you’ll watch the sunset over the dunes before settling in a traditional tent for a dinner and night under the stars.
• Day 3: Return to Marrakech
  • After breakfast, depart Erg Lihoudi for Zagora in a 4×4. From Zagora, transfer to a minibus for the return journey to Marrakech, with a stop at the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate. The expected arrival time in Marrakech is approximately 6:30 p.m.

📅 Availability:

• This Mhamid Sahara Tour from Marrakech is available daily and can be booked for any preferred start date.

ℹ️ What’s Included:

• Transport in a clean, air-conditioned minibus
• 4×4 transportation from Zagora to Chegaga and back
• Camel ride at sunset
• Two nights’ accommodation in desert camps with dinner and breakfast
• Lunch on Day 2
• Services of a knowledgeable local guide

🚫 What’s Excluded:

• Lunches on Days 1 and 3
• Beverages
• Gratuities

🚐 Starting Place – Pick-Up Area:

• Pick-up available from hotels and Riads in Marrakech, with a designated meeting point at Café France, Jamaa Lafna main plaza for Riad guests.

🕒 Pick-Up Time:

• 7:20 a.m.

📝 Notes:

• Duration: 3 days, 2 nights
• Languages Available: English, French, and Spanish
• Return Time: Approximately 6:30 p.m. on the final day

For a memorable journey through Morocco’s desert landscapes and rich cultural heritage, book your Mhamid Desert Trip from Marrakech today.