Departure: 7:00 AM from your hotel in Marrakech.
A 2-day tour from Marrakech to M’hamid El Ghizlane is an excellent way to experience the desert within a short timeframe. While the dunes here aren’t as high as those in Merzouga or Erg Chigaga, they offer a more tranquil ambiance and are a clear step up from Zagora. The journey itself is stunning—crossing the High Atlas, skirting Aït Ben Haddou, and following the palm‑lined Draa Valley—before reaching the gateway of the Sahara.
Once in M’hamid, you’ll find sweeping sandy landscapes, tamarisk trees, and wide horizons that glow at sunset and dawn. Expect beautiful light for photography, a peaceful camp atmosphere under the stars, and warm encounters over tea with local nomads. It’s a short, authentic Sahara taste with memorable scenery and a calm, immersive vibe.