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Gnaoua & Taragalte Festivals in Essaouira And Erg Chigaga

From Essaouira 2 days Essaouira - Erg Chigagag

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Night in the desert
Small groups
Private transport
Meals included
Licensed guides

About this trip

Morocco is a land of Celebration, Music and Dance. We can help organize your trip that includes Music Festivals.In June, Essaouira offers the Guinoa Festival, in October the Taragalte Festival celebrates the desert life in the Dunes of Erg Chigaga, in May it’s all about “the Roses”.With so many options to navigate we are here to help you organise your trip so that you don’t miss anything!

Day by day

Day 1 Experience the Gnaoua Festival in Essaouira

Begin your cultural journey in June at the vibrant Gnaoua Festival in Essaouira, a celebration of traditional Gnaoua music, a soulful fusion of African, Berber, and Arabic sounds. The historic coastal town of Essaouira transforms into a lively festival ground with performances by international musicians and local Gnaoua maalems. Explore the bustling streets and enjoy the eclectic mix of music and dance, artisan crafts, and seafood delicacies. Overnight in a charming local hotel, absorbing the seaside ambiance and historic architecture.

Day 2 Discover the Taragalte Festival in Erg Chigaga

In October, travel to the heart of the Sahara for the Taragalte Festival in the dunes of Erg Chigaga. This festival is a tribute to desert life, featuring traditional music, dance, and camel races. Experience the magical setting under the stars with tents pitched on the soft sands. Participate in workshops, storytelling sessions, and meet with nomadic tribes to learn about their heritage and lifestyle. This immersive experience not only entertains but also educates on the ecological and cultural significance of the Sahara.

Includes

  • Accommodation in selected hotels and desert camps.
  • Entry tickets to the Gnaoua Festival and Taragalte Festival.
  • Guided tours in Essaouira and transportation to Erg Chigaga.
  • Cultural and musical performances.
  • Meals including breakfast and dinner, featuring local cuisines

Excludes

  • Airfare to and from Morocco.
  • Lunches and personal expenses such as souvenirs and tips.
  • Optional activities and personal travel insurance

Practical information

Departure: from your hotel or riad in Essaouira. Pick-up and drop-off are included; tell us your address when you book.

Good to know: this 2 days circuit is private and runs all year round. The itinerary can be adjusted to your pace — just say so in your request.

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5.0 37 reviews on Tripadvisor
An Amazing Experience We had an AMAZING experience in Morocco! Mustapha was exceptional in helping us plan our two week adventure, secure the best guides in each city, ensure our lodgings, meals, and excursions were top-notch. He was kind, professional, knowledgeable and simply the best. We always felt safe and in the best care. We can’t wait to recommend Mustapha to other friends! Thank you for filling our memory bank with joy
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Dreamer38240356701 Tripadvisor · April 5, 2026
A safe, pleasant and educational trip in Morocco We had Mustafa as our safe, reliable and friendly guide and driver for almost four weeks. He contributed great knowledge of both geography, history, and culture. We also learned a lot about the modern Morocco and the rapid changes and advances made in the school system and training, industry, business and agriculture. We would like to come back another time, and most preferably with Mustafa as the driver, guide and very knowledgeable and nice travel accompaniment.
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Knut Erik N Couples · March 1, 2026
Super nice and very nice people Everything very well arranged fine camel ride to the accommodation which looked super nice, good food and nice campfire. Sleeping place was clean and fine. Beautiful sand and super sweet people. Outside the summer for super nice weather. I recommend it to everyone:)
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Adventure65107271742 Couples · February 4, 2026
Amazing trips with Mustapha in Morocco We have done two trips with Mustapha in Morocco and both were incredible. He both guided us to amazing experiences and was also very responsive to our desires and needs. Whenever we had a challenge (which was rare), he helped us solve it. He now feels like part of the family. I could not recommend partnering with Mustapha more for your next trip to Morocco.
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Meander39023 Tripadvisor · January 4, 2026
60 years in the desert Great experience with family and for my birthday. Beautiful discovery of a piece of desert of Merzouga and its camp in the middle of the dunes.
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Pascal D Tripadvisor · December 29, 2025
Phenomenal experience. What a phenomenal experience. Mustapha was the consummate host. Entertaining, funny and ever present. He is both proud and knowledgeable about his native and beautiful country. The tours are all inclusive of meals, hotels and entrance fees to the various attractions en route. All were faultless as was his skilful driving on the rough off road terrain. I cannot recommend Mustapha and his tours highly enough. I would definitely book him again.
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Mary J Windsor, United Kingdom · November 23, 2025

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