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A day Erg Chigaga camel tour

A hiking tour in the footsteps of old caravans ...

Camel ride Erg Chigaga

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This Erg Chigaga desert tour starts in the morning. A day camel ride tour is possible if you spend the night before in a desert camp in Erg Chigaga. You are going to enjoy a day camel tour in Erg Chigaga, in one of the largest dunes in Morocco!

Camel ride Erg Chigaga : a day to the rhythm of the desert

The Erg Chigaga great dunes, located in the heart of the Moroccan Sahara, is one of the most breathtaking sites in the South of the country. Its majestic dunes, among the widest in Morocco, offer an exceptional setting for a total immersion into the magic of the desert. The day Erg Chigaga camel tour invites you to live a true nomadic adventure, timeless and authentic.

Once your traditional cheche (desert scarf) is tied, your journey into the Sahara begins. The caravan of camels is guided by experienced nomads, natives of the desert.

Erg Chigaga dunes unfold one after another, the sunlight dances with the colors of the sand, the fresh air, the silence, the calm… The camel ride in Erg Chigaga takes you to magnificent landscapes. You admire the beauty of the desert. The Sahara stretches as far as the eye can see, revealing its thousand faces.

Nomadic pause and lunch in the desert

At midday, a well-deserved break awaits you. In the shade of an acacia or tamarisk trees, a traditional meal is prepared over a fire by your nomadic guides. This simple and authentic moment during the Erg Chigaga camel tour is also the chance to share a privileged exchange with the Blue Men”. They will introduce you to their culture, traditions, and their deep connection to this arid yet fascinating land.

This lunch in the middle of nature is a cherished experience: a moment of conviviality and relaxation, far from the hustle of the modern world, where you can savor the beauty of the present moment.

Inforgettable sunset over the Erg Chigaga dunes

After the break, the camel ride Erg Chigaga continues. The caravan sets off again, crossing new Saharan landscapes – sometimes hilly, sometimes flat as far as the eye can see. Walking becomes a meditation: each step in the sand brings you closer to the true essence of the desert.

In the late afternoon, this Erg Chigaga excursion reaches its climax: sunset over the big dunes. The horizon blazes with shades of orange, pink, and purple. The spectacle is breathtaking, time seems suspended, and the Sahara reveals its full beauty and power. After this unique moment, return to the desert camp for the night.

Private and tailor-made Erg Chigaga excursions

Our Erg Chigaga camel tour is much more than a simple hike: it is a true immersion into the universe of the Moroccan desert. We offer private and tailor-made experiences for an authentic journey you will never forget.

Interested in a Morocco camel trek? Check our hiking programs in the Sahara starting from M’hamid.

  • iconeMorocco camel trekking to Erg Chigaga

    Is ti possible to go to Erg Chigaga from M'hamid by hiking ?

    Of course ! There is a camel trekking tour M'hamid to Erg Chigaga.
    This is a 6-day hike in the Moroccan desert.

    You can also choose to do a 4x4 and a camel trekking trip.

    So, you can enjoy 2-day, 3-day or 4-day Erg Chigaga excursion from M'hamid.

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  • iconeWhen plan a camel tour in the Erg Chigaga great dunes ?

    The camel tour can be done between September and the end of May.

    Some people go to the desert during the summer:
    July and August, but temperatures are often high and can rise up to 45°, 48° or 50°.
  • iconeErg Chigaga camel tour – who is it for?

    Whether you are seeking adventure or serenity, this day hiking trip in Erg Chigaga invites you to experience the Sahara in a different way.

    Here, time slows down and the essentials take center stage.

    Every moment becomes an encounter with the beauty and vastness of the Moroccan desert.

    This is a family friendly desert tour in Morocco.
    The walking time is around 4 hours.

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