2 days / 1 night
2-Day Sandboarding Tour at Erg Chigaga
M'Hamid El Ghizlane · Erg Chigaga · M'Hamid El Ghizlane
2-day private tour from M'Hamid El Ghizlane via Erg Chigaga.
From €100View tour
Tours Starting in the Sahara: M'Hamid and Erg Chigaga
5 tours that start in the desert itself, most of them from M'Hamid El Ghizlane at the end of the road to the Erg Chigaga dunes: camel treks of several days, sandboarding on the dunes, and one trek that starts in Marrakech. They suit travelers who are already in the south, or who want more days on the dunes than a tour from a city allows. We collect you from your hotel or camp, or from Zagora, Rissani or Errachidia if you arrive by bus or plane.
5 tours
all private, no groups
2 to 6 days
shortest to longest
from €100
lowest listed price
M'Hamid
start of the Erg Chigaga track
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Tours that start in the desert
4 days / 3 nights
4-Day Camel Trek to Erg Chigaga
Marrakech · Erg Chigaga · Marrakech
A 4-day camel trek to the Erg Chigaga dunes, starting in Marrakech.
From €385View tour
5 days / 4 nights
5-Day Camel Trek in the Sahara
5-day private tour from M'Hamid El Ghizlane.
From €271View tour
6 days / 5 nights
6-Day Camel Trek in the Sahara
6-day private tour from M'Hamid El Ghizlane.
From €327View tour
Multi-day
Camel Trek on the Trail of the Alchemist
Private tour from M'Hamid El Ghizlane.
From €487View tour
Compare
Compare the tours that start in the desert
| Tour | Days | Route | Desert | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Day Sandboarding Tour at Erg Chigaga | 2 | M'Hamid El Ghizlane → M'Hamid El Ghizlane | Erg Chigaga | €100 |
| 4-Day Camel Trek to Erg Chigaga | 4 | Marrakech → Marrakech | Erg Chigaga | €385 |
| 5-Day Camel Trek in the Sahara | 5 | M'Hamid El Ghizlane → M'Hamid El Ghizlane | – | €271 |
| 6-Day Camel Trek in the Sahara | 6 | M'Hamid El Ghizlane → M'Hamid El Ghizlane | – | €327 |
| Camel Trek on the Trail of the Alchemist | – | M'Hamid El Ghizlane → M'Hamid El Ghizlane | – | €487 |
Before you book
What's included on every tour
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole route
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Pickup at your hotel or camp, or in Zagora, Rissani or Errachidia
- All nights of accommodation, including at least one night in a desert camp on multi-day desert tours
- A route you can change: stops, pace and end city
How booking works
- Send your dates and the tour you like, or ask for a custom route
- We reply with the day-by-day plan and the price
- Pay a deposit online to confirm the booking
Questions
Tours Starting in the Sahara: M'Hamid and Erg Chigaga: FAQ
Where do the tours that start in the desert begin?
In Merzouga (for the Erg Chebbi dunes) or Mhamid El Ghizlane (for Erg Chigaga). We collect you from your desert hotel or camp, or from Errachidia, Rissani or Zagora if you arrive by bus or plane.
How do I reach Merzouga or Mhamid on my own?
Supratours and CTM buses run to Merzouga from Fes and Marrakech, and to Zagora from Marrakech, with local transport on to Mhamid. Errachidia (2 hours from Merzouga) and Zagora both have small airports. We can also arrange a private transfer from any city.
Which cities can a desert-start tour finish in?
Marrakech and Fes are the usual finishing points. Marrakech is 8–9 hours from Merzouga and 7 hours from Mhamid, so those routes take 2–3 days with stops at the gorges, Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou.
Merzouga or Erg Chigaga: which desert should I choose?
Merzouga has the tallest dunes and the most camps and is reachable by paved road. Erg Chigaga is reached by 4x4 track from Mhamid, has far fewer visitors, and suits people who want a quieter camp and some off-road driving.
What's included on every tour?
A private, air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking driver-guide, accommodation for the full route including at least one night in a Sahara desert camp, and an itinerary built around what you actually want to see.
How far in advance should I book?
2–4 months ahead for spring and autumn (March to May, September to November) and the Christmas and New Year weeks gives you the best choice of desert camps. Off-season trips can often be booked with just a few weeks notice.
What should I pack for a desert tour?
Light layers for the day, a warm layer for the evening (desert nights get cold, even in summer), sunscreen, and comfortable walking shoes for the dunes.
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- Desert tours from Ouarzazate4 tours · 3 to 4 days
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Not sure which tour fits?
Send your dates and the number of travelers. We reply with a route and a price.
