Experience the real Sahara Desert in just 2 days and 1 night. 2 days desert tour from Marrakech is for you If you don’t have time for a longer Morocco desert tour, you can still reach the golden Sahara sand dunes of Erg Lihoudi on this private journey from Marrakech.
We travel beyond Zagora and deeper into southern Morocco to reach Erg Lihoudi, where you can enjoy a camel ride at sunset and spend the night in a desert camp beneath the stars. Travel across the High Atlas Mountains and through the spectacular Draa Valley as you journey toward the Sahara. Designed for travelers with limited time, this 2-day adventure offers an authentic Sahara experience before returning to Marrakech.
2 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech
This 2 days desert tour from Marrakech is designed for travelers who want to experience the Sahara Desert in a limited amount of time, with a private journey to Erg Lihoudi and an overnight stay in a desert camp.
For additional information about Morocco’s desert regions, you can also explore the official Moroccan National Tourist Office website.
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Overview
This 2-day private Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech is designed for travelers who want to experience the Moroccan Sahara but don’t have time for a longer desert journey. We travel beyond the Zagora area and continue deeper into the south to reach the golden sand dunes of Erg Lihoudi.
Along the way, cross the High Atlas Mountains, travel through the spectacular Draa Valley and its palm-filled landscapes, and continue toward the Sahara. At Erg Lihoudi, enjoy a camel ride across the dunes around sunset before spending the night at a desert camp under the stars. The following day, continue your journey back to Marrakech after experiencing the Sahara in just 2 days and 1 night.
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Tour Highlights
- Reach the Sahara sand dunes of Erg Lihoudi in just 2 days
- Private desert tour from Marrakech
- Travel beyond Zagora into southern Morocco
- Sunset camel ride across the golden dunes
- Overnight in a Sahara desert camp
- Scenic journey through the High Atlas Mountains and Draa Valley
- Ideal for travelers with limited time
2 days desert tour from Marrakech to Erg Lihoudi – Itinerary
Follow our carefully planned 2-day Marrakech Sahara Desert itinerary to Erg Lihoudi. Starting early from Marrakech, we cross the High Atlas Mountains, continue through Ouarzazate and Agdez, follow the spectacular Draa Valley southward, and travel beyond Zagora toward the golden sand dunes of Erg Lihoudi. This carefully timed route allows travelers with limited time to reach the Sahara, enjoy a sunset camel ride, spend a night in a desert camp, and return to Marrakech the following day.
Your 2-day Marrakech Sahara Desert adventure begins at 8:00 AM, when your private driver picks you up from your accommodation in Marrakech. Leave the Red City behind and begin the scenic journey south toward the High Atlas Mountains.
As you climb through the mountains, enjoy several stops at panoramic viewpoints and traditional Berber villages. Take time to photograph the dramatic mountain scenery and see the changing landscapes of the High Atlas. The journey itself is an important part of this short Sahara tour, taking you from Marrakech through some of southern Morocco's most spectacular landscapes.
Continue toward Ouarzazate, often known as the gateway to southern Morocco and the desert. Here, you will have time for an optional visit to the Cinema Museum or the historic Kasbah Taourirt, depending on your interests and the time available. You can also simply enjoy a short break in the city before continuing south.
From Ouarzazate, continue toward Agdez, the gateway to the beautiful Draa Valley. Stop to admire the valley's extensive palm groves, traditional villages and earthen kasbahs. There will be time for lunch in the Draa Valley, giving you a chance to relax before continuing the journey toward the Sahara.
In the afternoon, continue south along the Draa Valley and travel beyond Zagora, heading deeper into southern Morocco toward Erg Lihoudi. This is where the landscape gradually changes from palm-filled oasis to the vast desert environment.
Arrive at the Erg Lihoudi sand dunes in the late afternoon. Leave the vehicle behind and enjoy a one-hour camel ride across the golden Sahara dunes, with time to experience the peaceful atmosphere of the desert and watch the changing colors of the landscape around sunset.
After the camel ride, continue to your desert camp. Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and an evening beneath the open desert sky. Take in the silence of the Sahara, look up at the stars and experience a memorable night far from the city.
Dinner and overnight at your Erg Lihoudi desert camp.
Wake up early at Erg Lihoudi to experience a spectacular Sahara sunrise over the golden sand dunes. Watching the first light spread across the desert in the peaceful silence of the Sahara is one of the most memorable moments of this 2-day Marrakech desert tour.
After sunrise, return to the desert camp for breakfast before meeting your private driver and beginning the journey back toward Marrakech.
Your first stop is Tamegroute, a historic village in the Draa Valley known for its traditional green pottery, old ksar and long-standing cultural heritage. Take some time to explore the village and discover another authentic side of southern Morocco before continuing your journey north.
Continue toward Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco's most famous fortified villages and a spectacular example of traditional earthen architecture. Take time to walk through the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, explore its narrow pathways and enjoy the panoramic views from the upper part of the ksar.
This remarkable location has also been used as a filming location for internationally known movies and television productions.
After your visit, enjoy lunch in the Ait Ben Haddou area before beginning the final drive back to Marrakech. As you leave the High Atlas behind and return to the Red City, your 2-day Marrakech Sahara Desert Tour to Erg Lihoudi comes to an end.
End of your private Sahara Desert tour in Marrakech.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
- Private English-speaking driver throughout the journey
- Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation in Marrakech
- One night in a Sahara desert camp at Erg Lihoudi
- Breakfast at the desert camp
- Dinner at the desert camp
- 1-hour camel ride across the Erg Lihoudi sand dunes
- Sunset camel ride experience in the Sahara Desert
- Visit to Tamegroute and its historic village
- Visit to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Scenic stops in the High Atlas Mountains, Draa Valley and southern Morocco
- Free time for photography and sightseeing at selected stops
- 24/7 assistance from Chegaga Travel before and during your tour
Cost Excludes
- Lunches and drinks during the tour
- Entrance fees to optional attractions, including Kasbah Taourirt and the Cinema Museum in Ouarzazate
- Local guide fees where a guide is requested or required
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Any services or activities not specifically mentioned in the itinerary or included services
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, if you have limited time but still want to experience the Sahara Desert and its golden sand dunes. This tour is designed for travelers who want to reach Erg Lihoudi from Marrakech in just 2 days and 1 night. It is a faster-paced journey with substantial driving, as we travel beyond Zagora to reach the dunes, but it allows you to enjoy a camel ride at sunset, spend a night in a desert camp, experience a Sahara sunrise, visit Tamegroute and Ait Ben Haddou, and return to Marrakech the following day. If you prefer a slower pace with less driving and more time in each destination, we recommend choosing one of our longer Morocco desert tours.
Yes. This private 2-day Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech is specifically designed for travelers with limited time. We travel beyond Zagora and continue deeper into southern Morocco to reach the golden sand dunes of Erg Lihoudi. You will enjoy a camel ride at sunset, spend one night at a desert camp and experience a Sahara sunrise before returning to Marrakech.
Yes. The tour continues beyond the Zagora area to Erg Lihoudi, where you can experience genuine golden Sahara sand dunes. This makes the tour a practical option for travelers who want to experience the sandy Sahara but cannot dedicate several additional days to a longer desert itinerary.
The journey continues south beyond Zagora toward Erg Lihoudi, one of the desert areas known for its beautiful golden sand dunes. The route is designed to reach the dunes within the limited timeframe of a 2-day tour from Marrakech.
Yes. This is a private tour organized exclusively for your party. You travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with your private driver, allowing the journey to be more flexible than a shared group tour.
You spend one night at a desert camp at Erg Lihoudi. After your camel ride and sunset experience, enjoy dinner at the camp and spend the night beneath the desert sky before waking up for sunrise the following morning.
Yes. A 1-hour camel ride at Erg Lihoudi is included. The camel experience takes place around sunset, allowing you to cross the golden dunes and enjoy the changing colors of the Sahara landscape.
The itinerary includes scenic stops in the High Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate, Agdez and the Draa Valley, followed by Erg Lihoudi and its Sahara sand dunes. On the return journey, you visit Tamegroute and Ait Ben Haddou before continuing to Marrakech.
Yes. This tour is designed specifically for travelers who want to experience the Sahara but cannot spend several days traveling through southern Morocco. It is a faster-paced journey with substantial driving, but it allows you to reach Erg Lihoudi, enjoy a camel ride, spend a night in the desert and return to Marrakech in just 2 days.
Yes. On Day 2, after leaving Erg Lihoudi and visiting Tamegroute, you continue toward Ait Ben Haddou. You have time to visit the historic kasbah and enjoy lunch in the area before continuing the journey back to Marrakech.
No. Lunches and drinks are not included in the tour price. You will have opportunities to stop at suitable local restaurants along the route, and your driver can assist with choosing a convenient place for lunch.
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26 days of exploring Morocco with our guide and superb driver - Mohamed. It was an adventure that was tailor-made for us - a nice mix of urban and countryside. It exceeded our wildest expectations. Thank youPosted on Google
Aurora BjørloWe had a fantastic day trip from Marrakesh to Ait Ben Haddou with Walid! He was friendly, professional and made the whole journey really enjoyable. We had a great time exploring the beautiful scenery along the way. Highly recommend Walid to anyone visiting Marrakesh!Posted on Google
sofia bucayWe had a wonderful experience traveling through Morocco, and a big part of it was thanks to Hamid, who organized our entire 10-day, 9-night trip through TravelLocal. From the beginning, Hamid did an excellent job planning an itinerary that allowed us to experience many of the most important and beautiful places in Morocco. Everything was very well organized, from the route and transportation to the selection of beautiful riads and hotels, as well as our journey through the desert. The itinerary gave us a great opportunity to discover the diversity, culture, and beauty of Morocco. Our driver, Walid, also made a huge difference in our experience. He was with us throughout the trip and was extremely responsible, punctual, kind, and friendly. We always felt safe and comfortable with him. Along the way, he shared so much about Morocco, its culture, traditions, and the places we were visiting, which made the long drives interesting and gave us a much better understanding of the country. Walid was always patient and helpful, and by the end of the trip, we genuinely felt like we were saying goodbye to a friend. He even surprised us with a gift of delicious Moroccan cookies on our last day, which was such a thoughtful gesture. Overall, we had a wonderful experience with the trip Hamid organized and with Walid as our driver. Everything came together beautifully, and we returned home with incredible memories of Morocco. We would absolutely recommend both Hamid and Walid to anyone planning a trip to this beautifulPosted on Google
Adriana BochicchioEmpresa muy responsable. Se encargaron de buscarnos en el hotel, el traslado, el hotel con rica comida. La excursión del desierto muy linda. Y los camellos muy cuidados.Posted on Google
Peter HillOur 28 day Moroccan adventure included traversing approximately 4000km of beautiful Morocco, visiting the four imperial cities, camel rides in the Erg Chebbi Desert, Balloon flights over Marakesh, hiking in the Dades Valley and ascending to the summit of Mt Toubkal. We connected with Hamid and Chegaga Travel through Travel Local and his assistance with itinerary planning and organising the right accommodation was critical to the success of our experience. Walid our driver is the quintessential professional. He is highly experienced in the tourism industry and he provided us with excellent advice. Our safety and comfort was always his priority. It is a long way from Australia to Morocco. Hamid, Walid and the team at Chegaga Travel have made our experience of Morocco one of our most treasured and memorable holidays. Peter & JosephinePosted on Google
Patrick BergeaudC’est la 1ere fois que nous venions au Maroc. Ce séjour de 10 jours a été fantastique. Notre premier contact à notre arrivée fut avec notre chauffeur Mustapha, avec qui le courant passa tout de suite. Après une 1ere nuit à Marrakech en plein milieu de la médina et tout près de la place Jemaa Fna, notre dépaysement fut total tant par la foule dans ces petites ruelles que par la température. Notre périple nous a conduit à Ouarzazate puis à Zagora avec tout au long du parcours de nombreux arrêts et visites qui ont rythmé les 2 journées avec des guides compétents. Puis ce fut l’apothéose avec le désert de Chegaga où les 2 nuits passées ont été exceptionnelles avec la balade à dos de dromadaire et le coucher de soleil sans oublier la visite d’une palmeraie avec le repas local chez l’habitant et les nuits au clair de lune. La suite du périple nous entraîna à Tarroudant via Foum Zguid puis 2 nuits à Essaouira avec un climat totalement différent (28-30) qui nous a permis de découvrir tranquillement cette belle ville côtière et profiter de la plage Enfin notre dernière escale nous a conduit de nouveau à Marrakech dont nous avons pu profiter beaucoup plus que lors de notre arrivée. Un grand merci à Hamid qui nous a organisé ce circuit de 10 jours et un grand merci à Mustapha, notre chauffeur guide qui nous a fait profiter de la découverte de son pays (ponctualité, gentillesse, disponibilité, bienveillance et toujours dans la bonne humeur). Il a su nous conseiller et nous a permis d’éviter les « pièges à touristes ». Nous conseillons fortement chegaga travel. Patrick et ElisabethPosted on Google
JustinWe booked a 4-day (3-night) trip with Chegaga Travel, starting from Marrakesh all the way to the Sahara and finishing in Taghazout. This trip included stays in two riads and one modern camp. At each location, we received a 3-course menu, which was always good (and very vegetarian-friendly). This tour allowed us to get to know many different facets of Morocco, which we loved. Sights like the Dades Valley and the Todra Gorge felt especially memorable to us. One of the many highlights was the night spent in the camp in the middle of the Sahara. Not only was the camp itself beautiful and clean, but everyone we met was also very welcoming. We enjoyed a great breakfast and dinner there. Finally, we have to mention that our guide, Hassan, did an amazing job. He really knows how to drive and navigate through Morocco. Furthermore, he always listened to our needs regarding the different stops we wanted to make or skip. We had really nice conversations in which he shared interesting and detailed information about Morocco in general.Posted on Google
Chuck WightmanI connected with Hamid through Travel Local, and his help in planning and executing the perfect 17-day trip through Morocco was exemplary -- absolutely fantastic. From arranging well-appointed, well-located riads and hotels, to planning a fairly complex itinerary covering some lesser visited sites and cities in Morocco, Hamid made sure my family had a fantastic trip, and was incredibly prompt in replying through both the planning stage and when we had a question in Morocco. He visited us the day of our arrival to make sure we were settled, and provided good advice for the sights we planned to see, as well as advice on where to get the best gifts/souvenirs, depending on our interests. Our driver Walid, had fabulous advice about the best eating options at each of our stops, and was prompt each morning, stopping at our pace throughout the day. He also treated us to what can only be called the best sweets in all of Morocco. I have traveled to more than 70 countries, and was thoroughly impressed with the care and attention to detail of Hamid and his team.Posted on Google
Olivia ZinkWalid was a very good driver and explained everything to us. Highly recommended.Posted on Google
mrmousey201082Had the most amazing fun packed full day with a fantastic guide Walid, who was helpful , informative and showed us some amazing sights around morroco with some great views for photo oportunites Would recommend this tour company especially Walid. The camel ride and watching the sunset was our hightlight.
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