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The complete southern loop: kasbahs of Tamdakhte and Aït Benhaddou, the Draa Valley and Tamegroute, a night at a nomad camp in M'Hamid, a half-day camel ride, then a second night in the dunes of Erg Chigaga. Return by Lake Iriqui, Foum Zguid and the carpet town of Taznakht, with a hotel night at Aït Benhaddou and the Ounila Valley and Telouet kasbah on the last day. No backtracking, from 1 to 10+ travellers.
Highlights
- Two nights at nomad camps (M'Hamid and Erg Chigaga) plus one hotel night at Aït Benhaddou
- Aït Benhaddou (UNESCO), Tamdakhte and the Glaoui kasbah of Telouet
- Half-day camel ride and sunset on the Chigaga dunes
- Loop route via Lake Iriqui, Foum Zguid and Taznakht carpet cooperative
- Private air-conditioned 4x4 with experienced driver
- Prices for solo travellers up to groups of 10+
Itinerary
- Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n'Tichka – Aït Benhaddou – Draa Valley – M'Hamid7:00 departure by 4x4 over the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260 m). Visit the kasbahs of Tamdakhte and Aït Benhaddou (UNESCO), free lunch in Ouarzazate, then Agdz, the Draa Valley and Tamegroute's Koranic library and potteries. Arrival in M'Hamid, traditional dinner with Sahrawi music and night in a nomad tent or with a local family.
- Day 2: M'Hamid – Camel ride – Erg ChigagaBreakfast at camp, then a half-day camel ride through the desert and lunch in the shade of tamarisks. Transfer by 4x4 to the dunes of Erg Chigaga for sunset. Dinner and night at the desert camp.
- Day 3: Erg Chigaga – Lake Iriqui – Foum Zguid – Taznakht – Aït BenhaddouBreakfast facing the dunes, then off-road across Lake Iriqui (seasonal) to Foum Zguid and Taznakht, the carpet capital, with a cooperative visit. Free lunch on the road. Arrival at Aït Benhaddou, visit of the ksar, dinner and night in a hotel.
- Day 4: Aït Benhaddou – Ounila Valley – Telouet – MarrakechAfter breakfast, drive up the Ounila Valley to Telouet and visit the Glaoui kasbah. Free lunch, then return over the Atlas to Marrakech in the late afternoon.
What's included
Included
- Private air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus with experienced driver-guide
- Half-day camel ride
- 2 nights at nomad camps and 1 hotel night at Aït Benhaddou
- Dinners and breakfasts
Not included
- Lunches
- Entrance fees (Taourirt kasbah, film studios, sites)
- Drinks
- Tips
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Frequently asked questions
What fitness level is required?
The tour is suitable for everyone. Walking is moderate and the camel ride is optional; comfortable shoes are all you need.
Which meals are included?
Dinners and breakfasts are included. Only lunches on the road are at your own expense, so you can choose where and what to eat.
Where do we sleep each night?
Night 1 in a nomad tent or with a local family in M'Hamid, night 2 at a comfort camp in the dunes of Erg Chigaga (mattresses, blankets, shared bathrooms), night 3 in a hotel at Aït Benhaddou.
Can we spend a full day in the dunes instead?
Yes. On request we can replace part of the loop with a full day in Erg Chigaga (sandboarding, dune walks, camel ride) before heading back.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Yes. All our departures are private, so the route, pace and overnight stops can be adapted for families and private groups. Contact us on WhatsApp +212 607 752 872.
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