4-Day From Ouarzazate to the Anti-Atlas Mountainsand Zagora

Itinerary

Day 1: Ouarzazate to Zagora

Start your journey in Ouarzazate, departing in the morning to visit the famous Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. After exploring the kasbah, continue your journey through the Draa Valley, known for its extensive palm groves and ancient kasbahs. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before heading to Zagora. Upon arrival, explore the town, known as the gateway to the Sahara. Visit the historic Tamegroute village, famous for its library of ancient manuscripts and pottery workshops. Check into your hotel in Zagora and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner.

Day 2: Zagora to Tafraoute

After breakfast, depart for the Anti-Atlas Mountains, traveling through dramatic landscapes and picturesque villages. Arrive in Tafraoute, a charming town surrounded by pink granite rocks and known for its unique beauty. Explore the town, visit the local souks, and discover the nearby painted rocks, an artistic installation by Belgian artist Jean Verame. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a traditional guesthouse in Tafraoute.

Day 3: Tafraoute to Erg Chigaga

Leave Tafraoute and head towards the vast dunes of Erg Chigaga. Along the way, pass through the scenic Ameln Valley and the town of Foum Zguid. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the picturesque desert landscape before arriving at Erg Chigaga. Embark on a camel trek through the stunning dunes, and witness a breathtaking sunset over the Sahara. Arrive at your desert camp, where you will enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, live Berber music, and a night under the star-filled sky.

Day 4: Erg Chigaga to Ouarzazate

Wake up early to experience the magical sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, depart for Ouarzazate. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the Draa Valley, stopping to explore the scenic villages and palm groves along the way. Arrive in Ouarzazate in the late afternoon, concluding your Moroccan adventure.

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