Berber guide baking traditional bread in hot sand and embers in the Sahara
Private tour · your own car

Private 3-Day Agadir to Erg Chigaga Desert Tour

The remote dunes of Erg Chigaga from Agadir, by private 4x4.

3 days · 2 nightsAny dateFrom Agadir, round trip
From €846 per person· pay 30 % now, free cancellation 7 days
Any date · pick-up 07:00, 08:00 or 09:00
Overview

Three days, two nights

The remote dunes of Erg Chigaga from Agadir, just you and your driver-guide in a 4x4.

Taroudant, the saffron of Taliouine and the carpets of Taznakht, then off the road across the dry lake of Iriqui to the dunes for a sunset camel ride and a night in a luxury camp. Back by M'Hamid, the Draa Valley and a night in a riad at Aït Ben Haddou.

3 days
2 nights on the way, all included.
30 %deposit
The rest on day 1, in cash or by card.
Any day
Pick-up at 07:00, 08:00 or 09:00, at your hotel.
4.9★
From 221 Tripadvisor reviews.
Highlights

What you will remember

  • The Anti-Atlas roadThe ramparts of Taroudant, the saffron fields of Taliouine and the rug cooperatives of Taznakht.
  • Iriqui and Erg ChigagaThe white dry lake, then dunes reached only by 4x4, a sunset camel ride and Sahrawi rhythms by the fire.
  • The Draa ValleyM'Hamid, the view over the oasis from Zagora, the kasbah of Tamnougalt and the gorges of Aït Saoun.
  • Aït Ben HaddouA night in the village and a morning in the UNESCO kasbah with a local guide.
Your days

The road, day by day

Suggested programme: your driver-guide adapts it to you. Times are approximate.

High AtlasAnti-AtlasSaharaAtlanticNDay 3 · back via TaznakhtDay 1Day 2AgadirErg ChigagaNIGHT 1Aït Ben HaddouNIGHT 2TaroudantTaliouineTaznakhtFoum ZguidIriquiM'HamidZagoraAgdzTizi n'TinififtOuarzazateHigh AtlasAnti-AtlasAtlanticNDay 3Day 1AgadirErg ChigagaNIGHT 1Aït Ben HaddouNIGHT 2TaroudantFoum ZguidAgdz
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Day 1 of 3 · Pick-up at your time

Agadir to Erg Chigaga

About 510 km · 9 h on the road

  1. 07:00–09:00Pick-up in AgadirAt your hotel, at the time you choose. The times below are for 07:00, recommended for this long day.
  2. 08:15TaroudantA walk along the earthen ramparts.
  3. 10:30TaliouineThe saffron fields of the Anti-Atlas.
  4. 12:30TaznakhtLunch (not included) and the rug cooperatives.
  5. 14:30Foum ZguidThe stony plains, and a fossil site.
  6. 16:00IriquiThe white expanse of the dry lake, by 4x4.
  7. 17:30Erg ChigagaCamel ride as the sun sets.
  8. EveningAt the campSahrawi music under the stars. Dinner and the night at Erg Chigaga Luxury Desert Camp.
A 4x4 on a winding road through the Anti-Atlas mountains
The Anti-Atlas road
Dense date palm grove of the Draa Valley seen from an old earthen ksar
The Draa Valley
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Tonight · Night 1 · Desert campErg Chigaga Luxury Desert CampErg Chigaga, private tent with its own bathroom
  • Desert camp
  • Dinner and breakfast
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Day 2 of 3

Erg Chigaga to Aït Ben Haddou

About 350 km · 7 h on the road

  1. 08:00Breakfast at the campA last look at the dunes.
  2. 08:30By 4x4 to M'HamidAcross the dunes and plains to where the road begins.
  3. 11:30ZagoraA view over the Draa oasis.
  4. 13:00Agdz and TamnougaltThe palm groves of the Draa and the mud-brick kasbah. Lunch on the way, not included.
  5. 14:30The gorges of Aït SaounOver the Tizi n'Tinifift pass, out of the Draa Valley.
  6. 15:30OuarzazateKasbahs and film studios, if you wish.
  7. EveningAït Ben HaddouDinner and the night at Riad Ouinz.
White 4x4 parked in the Sahara dunes under a sky full of stars
The piste into Chigaga
Tonight · Night 2 · RiadRiad OuinzAït Ben Haddou
  • Riad
  • Dinner and breakfast
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Day 3 of 3

Aït Ben Haddou to Agadir

About 400 km · 6 h 30 on the road

  1. 08:00Breakfast at the riadIn the village.
  2. 08:30Aït Ben HaddouThe kasbah with a local guide: the alleys, the mud-brick houses above the river and its story as a caravan stop and a film set.
  3. 11:45TaznakhtBack across the Anti-Atlas.
  4. 13:00TaliouineThe saffron town. Lunch on the way, not included.
  5. 15:45TaroudantThe walled town of the Souss valley.
  6. 17:00Drop-off in AgadirAt your hotel. End of the trip.
A 4x4 on a winding road through the Anti-Atlas mountains
The road out through Foum Zguid
Travellers by their 4x4 looking over the Anti-Atlas
The Anti-Atlas
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The whole journey · Read the 3 days as one story

Day one: Taroudant, Taliouine, Ouarzazate, the Draa Valley, a palm-grove riad. Day two: Tamegroute, M'Hamid, the piste, the camp. Day three: the western piste, Foum Zguid, Tazenakht, Taliouine, Agadir.

Two long days around one night; private only; children over 6.

Add a day for two nights in the erg on request.

Where you sleep

Two nights, one of them in the dunes

Every place, with real photos. Look before you book.

Night 1

Erg Chigaga Luxury Desert Camp

Night 1 · Erg Chigaga, private tent with its own bathroom
Desert camp
Dinner and breakfast
Erg Chigaga, private tent with its own bathroom

Tell us your room needs (single, twin, family) when you book.

Inclusions

What's covered

No hidden extras. What you see here is the full list, for every traveller.

Included in your price

  • Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Agadir
  • Your own air-conditioned 4x4 (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado) with an English, French or Spanish-speaking driver-guide, fuel and tolls
  • All local guides on the way, including Aït Ben Haddou
  • Two nightsA luxury camp in Erg Chigaga and a riad in Aït Ben Haddou
  • Breakfast and dinner both nights
  • The camel ride at sunset, and sandboarding

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks, about €8 to €12 per meal
  • Entrance fees, such as Aït Ben Haddou and the Atlas Film Studios
  • Tips and travel insurance
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Good to know

Before you pack your bag

Your stays

  • We confirm your stays within 24 h of booking. If none of the stays listed is free on your dates, we offer one of the same level or better, or a full refund. Prefer Standard (lower price) or Elite stays? Tell us, we send you a quote within 24 h.

Add to your trip

  • Airport transfer in Agadir · €25 per person one way, €50 both ways
  • Romantic dinner in the desert · €50 per person
  • Desert photographer · €300 per day
  • Proposal setup in the desert · €700 per person

Why Morocco Tiziri

  • Our own fleet of 21 vehicles, driven by our own drivers
  • Licensed tour operator, N° 2458961, since 2020
  • More than 10,000 travellers hosted
  • Book online with a clear price, instant confirmation and your trip in My trips

Good to know

  • Tell us when you book if you are vegetarian, vegan, halal, Jain or have an allergy.
  • On the way we stop at local shops and cooperatives (saffron, rugs, fossils…). They are short stops and buying is entirely up to you.
  • Day 1 is long, with a bumpy off-road section from Foum Zguid to the dunes. Take a small bag for the camp: your luggage stays in the 4x4.

Same trip, other ways

  • Private 4-Day Agadir to Merzouga (the big dunes of Erg Chebbi)
  • Private 3-Day Marrakech to Erg Chigaga (from Marrakech)
FAQ

Questions travellers ask

Answered by our team in Marrakech · updated November 2026.

Because it can only be reached by 4x4 across desert tracks, far from roads and towns. It is much quieter than Merzouga.

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Reviews

What travellers say

Real words from travellers who took our tours, as they wrote them.

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★★★★★Highlighted

An Incredible Atlas Mountains & Sahara Adventure with a True Berber Guide

Iddir provided an unforgettable three-day journey through the Atlas Mountains, valleys, gorges, and the Sahara Desert. From the moment our trip began, his deep connection to the land, culture, and people was evident. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged, from the unique accommodations and delicious local meals to the knowledgeable local guides who enriched our experience with history, traditions, and personal stories. Iddir struck the perfect balance between flexibility and organization—giving our group freedom to enjoy the adventure while always keeping us informed about what to expect, travel times, and rest stops along the way. His hospitality went far beyond simply driving us from place to place. He took excellent care of our group, handled luggage, ensured everyone was comfortable, and made us feel welcomed throughout the journey. The trip was filled with laughter, music, fascinating conversations, and countless opportunities to stop for photos at breathtaking viewpoints. What made this experience truly special was the atmosphere Iddir created. By the end of the tour, it felt less like a group of travelers and more like friends sharing an adventure together. His warmth, authenticity, and pride in his Berber heritage made Morocco come alive in a way that guidebooks never could. I highly recommend Iddir to anyone looking for an exceptional guide with local roots, genuine hospitality, and a passion for sharing the beauty and culture of Morocco.

Coastal793513June 2026
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★★★★★

Very good experience

Rashed best guide , 10/10 its so funny

marc CSeptember 2026
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An unforgettable experience!

Rashid, a top-notch guide! From the beginning he was very approachable with all of us, always attentive to our comfort. He played awesome music during the trip and was always checking to see if we were okay! Honestly, a 10/10 guide, super nice, we would definitely go with him again!

Elna PSpainSeptember 2026
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★★★★★

experience to the desert

Very happy with the experience. Our guide Rachid was super friendly, attentive, and explained everything great. He made us enjoy the trip a lot. We would definitely do it again!

Paula DAugust 2026
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Best

It was nice and we enjoyed especially in Sahara desert quad bike and camel riding.

MARIYA TAugust 2026
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Excellent

It was very wonderful experience throughout the entire journey , especially the guide very friendly

Sandra JAugust 2026
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A camel caravan on the dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunsetReply within 24 h
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