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Marrakech to the Erg Lihoudi Dunes, 2 Days
Two days from Marrakech to M’hamid, where the road ends. You follow the Draa Valley almost all the way and sleep one night at a camp in the Erg Lihoudi dunes.
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About the Tour
Erg Lihoudi is a band of dunes just outside M’hamid El Ghizlane, the last village in the Draa Valley, and its dunes are bigger than those around Zagora. Getting there takes you past palm groves, ksour and the old caravan town of Tamegroute.
Expect eight to nine hours on the road each way, with stops. It is the longest two-day trip we run, and it suits people who are short of time and don’t mind spending it in the car. If you can add a day, we suggest a night in the Draa Valley to split the drive.
Highlights
- The High Atlas crossing by the Tizi n'Tichka pass
- The ksar of Aït Benhaddou
- The full length of the Draa Valley palm groves
- Tamegroute and its green pottery
- A camel ride and a night in the Erg Lihoudi dunes
Day by Day
How the two days go, from your pickup in Marrakech to the drop-off.
Day 1 · Marrakech to Erg Lihoudi
An early pickup in Marrakech and the drive over the Tizi n’Tichka pass to Aït Benhaddou for a short visit. After Ouarzazate and Agdz you follow the Draa south through Zagora and Tamegroute to M’hamid. A camel takes you into the dunes for sunset at the camp.
- Overnight: Desert camp in Erg Lihoudi
Day 2 · Erg Lihoudi back to Marrakech
Sunrise over the dunes and breakfast, then the long drive back up the Draa Valley and over the High Atlas. You reach your riad or hotel in Marrakech in the evening.
What's Included
Included
- Private vehicle and driver for the two days
- Pickup and drop-off at your riad or hotel in Marrakech
- One night: desert camp in Erg Lihoudi, dinner and breakfast
- Fuel and road costs
Not included
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees and local guides at the sites
- Tips
- Travel insurance
Questions About This Tour
Is two days too short?
It works, but it is mostly driving. With three days you could sleep in the Draa Valley on the way and spend more time in the dunes.
What is the desert camp like?
You sleep in a tent at a camp in the dunes, with dinner and breakfast. Camps range from simple to comfortable tents with a private bathroom; tell us the level you want and we suggest camps that fit.
What should I pack?
Light clothes for the day, a warm layer for the desert night, a hat, sun cream and a small bag for the camp. Your main luggage stays in the vehicle.
Can we change the route or the hotels?
Yes. We can add nights, change hotels or swap the order of the stops, since only your group is on the tour. Tell us what you have in mind when you enquire.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry with your dates and group size and we reply with availability and a quote. When online booking is open for this tour, you can also reserve with a deposit by card or PayPal.
Book this tour
Send your dates and group size and we reply with a quote.
- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Private tour, only your group
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Route and stays adjusted to you
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