Erg Chigaga, Morocco · Open September 1 to June 15
Erg Chigaga Luxury Camp: The Magic of the Sahara
Sleep in the Erg Chigaga dunes in one of four camps, reached by a 60 km 4WD journey from M'Hamid. Sandboarding, campfire music, camel treks and a clear night sky.
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- Open September 1 to June 15Closed in summer heat
- About 60 km by 4WDFrom M’Hamid, 2 hours or more
- Four camp optionsFrom 1 tent to 8 tents
- From $90 per personPer night, breakfast and dinner included
- Mobile signalAvailable at the camp
About the camp
Erg Chigaga luxury camp: a sea of dunes, far from mass tourism
Our Erg Chigaga luxury camp, Sahara Desert Camp, stands in a sea of golden dunes stretching about 40 kilometres in the south-east of Morocco. It is visited far less than the better-known Erg Chebbi, and that is exactly why guests come: silence, wide horizons and a clear night sky.
Getting to the Erg Chigaga luxury camp is part of the experience. From M’Hamid it is about 60 kilometres off-road by 4WD, across sand, dried riverbeds and rocky plateaus. There are no shortcuts, and the dunes stay quiet because of it.
- Four camps, from a single tent for two to eight traditional nomad tents
- Breakfast and dinner included in every rate
- A local Berber team and our own Toyota Land Cruisers for the desert crossing
- Solar-powered camp with leave-no-trace rules
Our camps
Four ways to sleep in the dunes
Our Erg Chigaga luxury camp has four camps to choose from, all in the dunes. Choose by group size, how much privacy you want and the bathroom you prefer.
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Main Camp
Eight traditional nomad tents, a large dining tent and an open-sided Berber tent for meals, conversation and reading.
- 8 nomad tents
- Shared shower and toilet block
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Luxury Camp
Five ensuite tents of 36 m² in a canyon-like oasis among the dunes, for seclusion with modern comfort.
- 5 ensuite tents
- Private bathroom
- Electricity
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Private Camp
Four ensuite tents for families or friends who want the dunes to themselves, with a dedicated team.
- 4 ensuite tents
- Private bathroom
- Electricity
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Mobile Camp
A single, isolated tent for two, miles from any other camp. Made for honeymooners, couples and trekkers.
- 1 tent for two
- Maximum privacy
Things to do
Days and nights in the dunes
Sandboarding, campfire music and nomad visits are part of your stay at the Erg Chigaga luxury camp. Camel treks and stargazing can be added.
IncludedSandboarding
Glide down towering dune faces. Strenuous, and unforgettable.
IncludedCampfire and Berber music
Gather around the fire for traditional drumming and singing.
- Included
Nomad visits by 4WD
Meet nomadic families and learn how they live in the desert.
- Optional extra
Camel trekking
A sunrise or sunset ride, short or long, across the golden sand.
- Optional extra
Stargazing
Far from town lights, the night sky does the rest.
- And more
See every activity
Relaxation areas, tea in the dunes and quad biking for an additional fee. Or plan a multi-day camel trek of 3 to 11 days.
Prices
Simple, transparent pricing
Rates at the Erg Chigaga luxury camp are per person per night in US dollars and include breakfast and dinner. They change with the season and the size of your group, so ask for a quote for your exact dates.
Basic double room
from $90
per person, per night. One double bed.
Tent for three adults
from $135
per person, per night.
Quadruple room with private bathroom
from $179
per person, per night. Up to four guests.
Included in your rate
- Breakfast and dinner
- Sandboarding
- Music around the campfire
- Nomad visits by 4WD
Costs extra
- Lunch and drinks
- Camel rides
- Stargazing
- Quad biking
Ask for the current price of any extra when you request your quote.
Plan your trip
Know before you go
Erg Chigaga is remote on purpose. These guides cover the practical side of a stay at our Erg Chigaga luxury camp.
Getting here
About 60 km off-road from M’Hamid, two hours or more by 4WD. Our Toyota Land Cruisers cover the stretch. There is mobile signal at the camp. Share your arrival plans with us first.
Routes and distancesWhen to visit
The Erg Chigaga luxury camp is open from September 1 to June 15. We close in summer, when desert temperatures pass 50°C. October to April is the most comfortable.
Month-by-month guideErg Chigaga or Erg Chebbi?
Two famous dune seas, two very different experiences. We compare location, size, access and crowds, and tell you where we are biased.
Compare the dunesQuestions answered
Bathrooms, electricity, what is included, how to book: the answers guests ask for most about the Erg Chigaga luxury camp, in one place.
Read the FAQ
Who looks after you
A Berber-run camp with a local team
We have welcomed guests to Erg Chigaga since 2010. Our Erg Chigaga luxury camp is run by Lahcen and a team from local Berber families who know the dunes, the tracks and the weather.
“We’re not ‘staff’—we’re storytellers who know every grain of this desert.”Lahcen, founder and camp director
- Our own Toyota Land Cruisers cover the 60 km off-road crossing
- Solar power, plastic recycled and rubbish carried out of the dunes
Guest voices
What guests say about the Erg Chigaga luxury camp
“Waking to desert silence, climbing dunes for sunrise, bucket washes under open sky—this reshaped my idea of luxury.”
EmmaLuxembourg “At sunset, Jabbour led us up a dune. No words. Just the sky burning apricot. Tears streamed—I felt the Sahara slip into my bones.”
LenaBerlin “The Nomadic Camp’s isolation was profound. At night, the stars felt close enough to pluck.”
AlexUSA
100 reviews on Tripadvisor 55 reviews on Google
Quick answers
Before you ask
Short answers to the questions guests ask most about the Erg Chigaga luxury camp, with links to the full guides when you want more detail.
When is the camp open?
From September 1 to June 15. We close in summer because desert temperatures pass 50°C.
How do we get to the camp?
The camp is about 60 km off-road from M’Hamid, two hours or more by 4WD. Our Toyota Land Cruisers cover the stretch. There is mobile signal at the camp. Read the route guide.
What is included in the rate?
Breakfast and dinner, plus sandboarding, music around the campfire and nomad visits by 4WD. Lunch, drinks, camel rides, stargazing and quad biking cost extra.
How much does a stay cost?
Rates start from $90 per person per night with breakfast and dinner, and change with the season and group size. See the prices or ask for a free quote.
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Ready to trade noise for stillness at the Erg Chigaga luxury camp?
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- LocationErg Chigaga, near Zagora, MoroccoOpen in Google Maps
- Phone+212 669 929 087Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 8 pm
- WhatsAppSend us a messageSame number as the phone line
- EmailContact@sahara-desert-camp.comWe answer in English, French and Arabic