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Erg Chigaga 4x4 Day Safari from Zagora with Camel Ride & Lunch

Zagora, Morocco
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What to expect

Leave Zagora at dawn for a demanding 4x4 journey via M’Hamid to Erg Chigaga’s remote dunes, with a camel ride, optional sandboarding and a desert lunch.

  • Duration10.5 hours
  • Hotel pickupIncluded

  • Reach remote Erg Chigaga by genuine off-road 4x4
  • Explore dunes far from the main road
  • Short guided camel ride
  • Desert-style lunch at a camp or safe local stop
  • Optional sandboarding when equipment is available

A long but rewarding desert day from Zagora. Travel down the Draa corridor to M’Hamid, where paved roads end, and continue off-road across stony plateaus and sand to Erg Chigaga. Enjoy time on the dunes, a short camel ride and a traditional lunch. Return to Zagora in the evening. The precise route and return time depend on desert conditions.

Choose from 2 available options

  • Booking type: SharedMin. 4 people

    Shared 4x4 day safari

    Shared with other travelers. Price per person; minimum 4 travelers per booking.

    • Duration · 10.5 hours
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Shared group

    From€119per person

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  • Booking type: PrivateMin. 2 people

    Private 4x4 day safari

    Private for your party only. Price per person, not per vehicle; minimum 2 travelers per booking.

    • Duration · 10.5 hours
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Private tour
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Private for your party

    From€149per person

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What's included

  • Pickup and return in Zagora
  • 4x4 transport with an experienced desert driver-guide
  • Short guided camel ride
  • Lunch at a desert camp or an arranged safe desert stop
  • Water for the journey

Not included

  • Overnight accommodation
  • Quad or buggy rides
  • Tips and personal purchases
  • Sandboarding equipment unless confirmed for the departure

Itinerary

  1. Approx. 07:30

    Pickup in Zagora

    Pickup at your hotel, riad or guesthouse in Zagora; the exact time and point are confirmed after booking.

  1. Approx. 07:30

    Pickup in Zagora

    Activity

  2. Draa oasis road

    Scenic drive

    Morning journey with short comfort and photo breaks.

  3. M’Hamid

    Break

    Where the paved road ends.

  4. Rocky plateau and off-road 4x4 track

    Scenic drive

  5. Erg Chigaga dunes

    Sightseeing

    Midday to afternoon; no sunset is promised.

  6. Camel ride

    Camel ride

  7. Desert lunch

    Lunch

    Admission included

  8. Optional sandboarding

    Activity

  9. Return via M’Hamid

    Scenic drive

    Road and desert conditions dictate the timing.

  10. Drop-off in Zagora

    Drop-off

    Evening drop-off.

  • Sun hat and sun protection
  • Comfortable closed shoes
  • Warm or windproof layer
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Motion-sickness medication if needed

  • This is a long, bumpy full day of desert driving, not a short city excursion.
  • The tour only departs when weather, road and vehicle conditions are safe.
  • Off-road time and a sunset return are not guaranteed.
  • Not recommended for small children, pregnant travelers or people with severe back problems.
  • Your booking is confirmed once the option’s minimum number of travelers is met.
  • Bookings are requests: our team confirms availability with the local operator before your booking is confirmed.

  • Your booking request is reviewed and confirmed by our team.
  • The exact pickup time and point are confirmed after booking.
  • Guide/host languages: English, French and Arabic.
  • Reserve now and pay later; no online card payment is required to book.

  • Pregnant travelers
  • Children under 6
  • Guests unable to tolerate long rough-road journeys

Live tour guide available in:

  • English
  • French
  • Arabic

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FAQ

Is a sunset return guaranteed?

No. The route and return time depend on desert and road conditions.

What are the cancellation terms?

Cancellation terms depend on the local operator and are confirmed with you before your booking request is accepted. You can reserve now and pay later.

From€119per person