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Day 1 Departure from M’Hamid to Chegaga Dunes
- Start your adventure from M’Hamid, the last town before the vast Sahara Desert.
- Depart in a 4×4 vehicle to explore the desert landscapes.
- Drive through the beautiful and diverse terrains, including the rocky plateau (Hamada), sand dunes (Erg), and stony areas (Reg).
- Enjoy the changing views as you pass an ancient and serene oasis known as the Sacred Oasis, with a small group of palm trees and a year-round water source.
- Continue the journey through the desert, crossing over 60 kilometers towards the Chegaga Dunes.
- As you approach Chegaga, you’ll witness the grandeur of the sand dunes, with heights of up to 300 meters and lengths of about 40 kilometers.
- Arrive at the Chegaga Dunes and explore this stunning desert landscape.
- Set up a camp at the foot of the dunes, where you can relax and appreciate the beauty of the Sahara.
- Enjoy a delicious dinner under the starlit sky and immerse yourself in the desert’s peaceful ambiance.
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Day 2 Return to M’Hamid
- Wake up early to experience the serene desert sunrise.
- Enjoy a traditional breakfast, Moroccan-style.
- If time allows, you can take a short morning stroll to explore the dunes further.
- Prepare to depart and make your way back to M’Hamid.
- Along the way, take a break for lunch under a tamarisk tree.
- Continue your journey to return to M’Hamid, where your Chegaga Dunes 4×4 adventure comes to an end.
✨ This program allows you to experience the grandeur of the Sahara Desert’s Chegaga Dunes, with a comfortable 4×4 vehicle, and it’s an ideal way to enjoy the desert’s natural beauty and tranquility.
Please note that actual itineraries may vary depending on your tour operator and specific preferences.
Trip Overview
The Chegaga Dunes 4×4 excursion is a 2-day, 1-night trip from M’Hamid El Ghizlane across the Hamada plateau, the Sacred Oasis and over 60 km of desert terrain to Erg Chegaga, one of the tallest dune systems in Morocco, reaching up to 300 meters in height.
Duration
2 days / 1 night — departure from M’Hamid, overnight camp at the foot of the Chegaga dunes, return the following day.
What’s Included
- Local guide and 4×4 vehicle for the round trip
- All meals (lunch, dinner, breakfast) prepared in camp
- Overnight stay in a fully-equipped desert camp
- Camel excursion at the dunes
Price Range
From $350 for 2 people per night, plus $93 for each additional person per night. The exact rate depends on your group size, the season and your pickup point — contact us directly for a tailored quote.