3 Days Agadir to Chigaga Desert

Departing from Agadir

Erg Chigaga is Morocco’s most remote dune field — a 40km expanse of golden sand accessible only by 4x4 or camel, with no paved road and almost no visitors compared to Merzouga. Departing from Agadir, the route takes three days and follows the Anti-Atlas and Draa Valley south-east to the oasis of M’Hamid, then off-road into the desert proper. The Agadir departure via Taroudant and Taliouine is the most scenic approach to Chigaga from the Atlantic coast.

Day 1 drives from Agadir through the Anti-Atlas to Zagora, stopping at Taliouine’s saffron cooperative and the Draa Valley palm groves. Day 2 continues south along the Draa to M’Hamid and then off-road by 4x4 across the gravel reg to Erg Chigaga — the 90-minute piste crossing is part of the adventure. Overnight in a private tented camp at the edge of the erg with no electricity and a sky full of stars.

Day 3 returns to Agadir via the same anti-Atlas route, with time for a camel trek in the dunes at dawn before departure. Erg Chigaga is the right choice for travellers who want genuine Saharan solitude rather than the more accessible Merzouga experience. All 4x4 transfers, desert camp overnight, breakfasts, dinners, and camel trek are included. Request a quote.