Is ERG chigaga in the Sahara?

Translating from Arabic as Field of Dunes, the rolling landscapes of Erg Chigaga are some of the Moroccan Sahara’s most beautiful. The camps nestled between the dunes feel particularly secluded, making Erg Chigaga a great place to enjoy the space and silence of the desert.

Is the largest and still untouched of the major ergs in Morocco?

Erg Chigaga (or Erg Chegaga, Berber: ⴻⵔⴳ ⵛⴳⵉⴳⴰ, Arabic: عرق شقاق‎ or Edaya el-Hamra, Arabic: الضاية الحمراء‎) is the largest and still untouched of the major ergs in Morocco, the other is Erg Chebbi near Merzouga. At south-east it is located the Erg Smar adjacent to Erg Ezzahar.

Where is erg Chigaga?

Erg Chigaga is situated about 9 hours south of Marrakech. Chigaga is not a mainstream destination. It appeals to those seeking adventure, something unique, something off-grid. The camp is 60 km off-road from the nearest town, M’Hamid.

What on earth is an erg Chigaga?

In Morocco, there are two major ergs. Chigaga is the largest erg in Morocco and covers an area of about 600 km² or 148,260 acres. We visited the Chigaga “sand sea” and it was an amazing sight with some sand dunes reaching about 200 feet tall. Watching the sun set over the Chigaga sand dunes.

How do I get from Marrakech to Merzouga?

Merzouga is the main access point to the rolling Erg Chebbi Desert sand dunes. You can travel directly from Marrakech to Merzouga using the 8:30 am Supratour bus, which is the only bus that currently makes the entire trip direct. But that direct Marrakech to Merzouga bus is a 12.5-hour trip, if all goes well.

Is Ouarzazate worth visiting?

Speak to many planning a trip to Morocco, and the only thing they know about Ourzazate is the impressive Ait Ben Haddou. Game of thrones it seems has done a good job of the city’s PR! And yet unlike some TV-famous sites, this one is definitely worth a visit.

How far is the Sahara from Marrakech?

The Sahara Desert is located 561 km from Marrakech via N12 and 552 km via N10.

Can you kiss in Morocco?

If you are a foreign couple visiting and you kiss no one is likely going to say anything to you – kissing in Morocco is not illegal. However if one partner is Moroccan you may face additional scrutiny. While you might not get in trouble, it is highly frowned on to kiss or fondle each other in public.

What is the best month to visit Morocco?

The best time to visit Morocco is during spring (mid-March to May) or fall (September to October). The weather is warm but pleasant, unlike the cold temperatures and snow of winter, or the scorching heat of summer. The coastal regions can be visited year-round.

Is the Sahara desert in Morocco safe?

The dunes that we usually recommend for our travelers the Erg Chebbi dunes, near Merzouga. They are in Southeastern Morocco and are very safe. There are no “rebels” in the area. This is not the area that is being discussed in the paragraph by the United States Department of State.

How deep is sand in the Sahara?

The depth of sand in ergs varies widely around the world, ranging from only a few centimeters deep in the Selima Sand Sheet of Southern Egypt, to approximately 1 m (3.3 ft) in the Simpson Desert, and 21–43 m (69–141 ft) in the Sahara.

How big is the Erg Chigaga sand dune?

Erg Chigaga. With a length of approximately 40 km to 15 km width, some dunes are around 60m high (significantly less than the dunes at Erg Chebbi with up to 150m), it is the largest and wildest of Morocco.

How many deserts are there in Erg Chegaga?

The crossing of Erg Chegaga (2018) Morocco, Extreme Marathon in the land of Taragalte. Stefano Miglietti, the ultra runner conquers six deserts Morocco, Extreme Marathon in the Erg Chegaga and 5 deserts. / 29.8278; -6.2500

Where are the sand dunes in Marrakech Morocco?

Erg Chegaga or Erg Chigaga could be an excellent destination for people who want to see the real Sahara desert when staying in Marrakech. Erg Chegaga is known for its high sand dunes and is located in the Souss-Massa-Draa region, about 45 km from the Berber town M’hamid and 98 km from the provincial town of Zagora.

Where is the north and east border of Erg Chigaga?

The north border is represented by Djebel Bani, the east border is represented by M’Hamid Hammada. At south-east it is located the Erg Smar adjacent to Erg Ezzahar. At west it is located the Iriki Lake, a dried lake now set Iriqui National Park since 1994.