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OFF-ROAD-TOURS · MOROCCO
Overlanding Morocco: Gladiator 4x4 Offroad trip through Sahara
This Gladiator Overlanding tour takes you on one of the most varied routes through Morocco: from the **High Atlas** over the **Drâa Valley** into the **Sahara**.You will drive on **gravel tracks**, **sand fields**, and **ancient connecting paths** that have been used by caravans for centuries.
How long?
15 Days
When?
Sep 27, 2026
Price
€ 3,039
/ Person
The Journey
Gladiator 4x4 Overlanding Tour through Morocco
Experience Morocco on a guided overlanding route that connects desert, mountains, film sets, and real 4x4 driving. Here you get a compact overview of the Gladiator tour:
Route & Highlights
• Overlanding Morocco: High Atlas, Anti-Atlas, Drâa Valley & Sahara southern edge in one tour
• authentic film sets like Aït-Ben-Haddou & Ouarzazate
• desert experience at Erg Chebbi & Erg Chegaga: two of the most famous dune fields in North Africa
• mountain trails, canyons & plateaus, from Fès to the borders of the sea of sand
• daily changing landscapes between stony desert, palm oases, and caravan routes
Driving & Terrain
• guided 4x4 off-road trip with gravel, sand, rocky paths & small dune crossings
• varied stages: approx. 150-300 km / 4-7 hours of driving time per day
• ancient caravan routes, corrugated iron roads & off-road sections
• driving technical support by guide: sand briefings, line selection, tire pressure management
• ideal vehicles: Land Cruiser, Wrangler, Defender, Hilux, rental 4x4 optional bookable
Overnight & Daily Life
• mix of desert camp, riads, simple apartments & occasional camping
• one night in the Sahara camp under a clear starry sky
• cooking together as a team + local cuisine in small restaurants
• camp life with fire, music, stories & real overlanding atmosphere
Organization & Safety
• experienced overlanding guide with 25 years of Morocco expertise
• daily driver briefings & radio contact throughout the convoy
• emergency plan, local mechanics & GPS navigation
• small group: intensive experience, clear structure, family atmosphere
• suitable for advanced overlanding and off-road enthusiasts with a spirit of adventure
This overview shows you the key points. You can find the complete story of the Gladiator route in the daily program.
Key Highlights of the Trip
Key Highlights of the Trip
01
Offroad Adventure in Morocco
01
Offroad Adventure in Morocco
Experience 14 days full of off-road action in your own 4x4 SUV.
02
Through the High Atlas
02
Through the High Atlas
Drive through breathtaking landscapes in the High and Middle Atlas.
03
Discovery of the sand dunes
03
Discovery of the sand dunes
Explore the fascinating sand dunes of Erg Chebbi and Erg Chegaga.
04
Camping under the stars
04
Camping under the stars
Camp under the open sky, in rooftop tents or at campsites.
05
Cultural treasures and cooking evenings
05
Cultural treasures and cooking evenings
Visit historical cities like Fès and Aït Benhaddou, get to know Moroccan culture and enjoy shared cooking evenings in nature. Experience the beauty of the towns as you stroll through the winding alleys, and share unforgettable evenings by the campfire to reflect on the day.
Days 1–15
Arriving in Morocco
The first warm breeze at the harbor signals: The adventure begins.
After arriving in Tangier, we drive to our meeting point, where the off-road vehicles are already ready.
In the evening, we sit together, talk about the upcoming stages, and feel how quickly strangers become a team.
Stage: short connection, asphalt
Tangier - Fes: Royal City & first impressions
We roll south and leave the coastal air behind us. The roads become quieter until the towers of Fès appear.
In the alleys of the medina, it smells of spices, wood smoke, and leather - a first step into the world of Morocco. In the evening, we cook together at the campsite and enjoy the tranquility before the big departure.
Stage: about 300 km, connection stage
Fès - Atlas: Departure into Offroad
The asphalt is getting less, the landscape further away. We leave the road and follow gravel paths that stretch over barren plateaus.
In an abandoned mining ghost town, we set up our first wild camp: sunset, silence, campfire.
Stage: approx. 200 km, gravel & stone
Crossing the Atlas - Erg Chebbi
Today begins the journey into the Sahara. We cross the Middle and High Atlas, drive through rugged landscapes, and reach the first dunes of Erg Chebbi in the afternoon.
A swim in the pool against this backdrop feels like a small reward after a long day of driving.
Stage: approx. 290 km, asphalt & trails
Erg Chebbi: Sand training & Dune feeling
The day belongs to the sand. After a short introduction, we test the 4x4 systems, play with tire pressure and line choice, and venture deeper into the sea of dunes step by step.
If you want a break, enjoy the pool, camels, or silence - you decide what your desert day looks like.
Stage: 50-60 km, sand & dunes
Erg Chebbi - Wild camping at Mhamid
After a final glance at the sea of dunes, we replenish our supplies and follow old riverbeds, stone deserts, and long sandy tracks southward.
Somewhere in the middle of nowhere, we set up our wild camp. Stars without light pollution, fire without background noise - a classic overlanding evening.
Stage: approx. 180 km, track & stone
Into the Sahara: Mhamid - Erg Chegaga
The way to Erg Chegaga is rougher, wilder, more honest. Sand and stone alternate, vehicles dig in briefly, shovels and teamwork are part of it.
The higher dunes of Chegaga challenge us, but that's exactly why we're here. The camp is being set up in the middle of the dune ridge.
Stage: approx. 180 km, sand, track, dunes
Erg Chegaga - Foum Zguid
We fight our way out of the dune field, cross the dried-up Lac Iriki, and drive over flat stone tracks towards civilization.
A military post, a last piece of desert, then we reach Foum Zguid and enjoy the first real shower in days.
Stage: approx. 100 km, sand, track, salt lake
Questions about the tour itinerary?
Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.
Foum Zguid - Aït-Ben-Haddou
The landscape is changing: palm oases, small settlements, Berber villages. In the late afternoon, we reach Aït-Ben-Haddou, one of the most famous film sets in the world.
After sunset, when the tour buses are gone, the clay castle belongs to the few who remain.
Stage: approx. 100 km, gravel & asphalt
Aït-Ben-Haddou - Dadès Gorge
Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Morocco, is on our way. After that, a narrow road winds and later a track leads into the Dadès Gorge.
Rock walls, serpentine roads, high plateaus: a day full of contrasts. We camp next to an inn at over 2,000 meters altitude.
Stage: approx. 150 km, asphalt & gravel
Dadès - Cirque de Jaffar - Zaida
Today awaits the king stage: The Cirque de Jaffar. Dry riverbeds, narrow gorges, rocky steps, and magnificent views make this day the most challenging off-road segment of the tour.
At the end, we emerge from the mountains again and drive the last stretch to Zaida.
Stage: approx. 130 km, rough track & mountains
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Zaida - Azrou: The forest surprises
After days full of brown and red tones, we unexpectedly dive into green. The Khenifra National Park with Barbary macaques, mountain meadows, and forest passages feels like another world.
Tracks and small paths gently bring us back north. Camp among fruit trees.
Stage: approx. 185 km, tracks & forest paths
Azrou - Chefchaouen
We cross Atlas regions again and drive through quiet, agricultural areas towards the Rif Mountains.
Chefchaouen welcomes us with its famous blue and a relaxed evening atmosphere. A lovely place to slowly unwind.
Stage: approx. 260 km, asphalt & connection
Chefchaouen: Time to Breathe
A day without driving. We explore the alleys, the kasbah, and the markets of the city. The blue shines differently depending on the light.
In the evening, farewell dinner with a view of the fortress - time to reflect on the tour.
Stage: none
Return trip Tanger Med
After a last breakfast, we roll relaxed towards the north. The last 100 kilometers feel like winding down, a gentle transition back into everyday life.
At the harbor, we say goodbye, not infrequently with the phrase: "We'll see each other on the next tour."
Stage: approx. 100 km, connection
Want a detailed description of all tour days?
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Verified Reviews
What riders say about Off-road-tours in Morocco
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The third adventure with OVERCROSS was great
My first trip was in 2005 with Joe to the Tunisian Sahara—what an incredible trip! Then Liguria followed, with lots of information and a great place to spend th...
The third adventure with OVERCROSS was top
My first trip was in 2005 with Joe to the Tunisian Sahara, what a blast of a trip! Then Liguria followed with tons of info and cool overnight locations. After M...
PRICE
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€ 3,039
/ person
Price Options
Driver in their own SUV (Base price)
€ 3,039
per passenger over 18 years
€ 2,059
Passenger (children) Under 18 years
€ 519
4x4 rental vehicle (Land Rover Defender)
€ 6,339
Trip includes
- Inclusive ferry for participants and the off-road vehicle
- Tour guide in support off-road vehicle with recovery material and tools
- Fees for permits & entries
- All hotel and camping overnight stays
- Breakfast and dinner from the expedition kitchen
- Provision of the OVERCROSS expedition kitchen and cooking utensils for communal cooking
- Two-way radios during the guided Morocco off-road trip
- Technical assistance and support with vehicle repairs
- Tour folder with equipment, packing, and checklist
- Sand and dune driving instruction
- Travel security certificate (insolvency protection according to § 651r paragraph 4 BGB) is mandatory with the tour operator OVERCROSS
- More than 20 years of experience & contacts for organizing 4x4 trips across Morocco
- Support with technical problems through the support vehicle with tools and recovery equipment
- Joint farewell dinner in the restaurant
- Second tour guide as online guide to secure logistics and live information for the travel group
- Tour folder with packing list, technical tips for preparation, and everything you don't need ;-)
- Organization and accompaniment of the entire trip
FAQS
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Yes, the tour is intended for participants with their own 4x4 vehicle.
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The arrival is individual, but there is support for the ferry booking from Algeciras to Tangier.
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In rooftop tents, camps, or partially in accommodations.
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A suitable 4x4 vehicle with a rooftop tent or camping equipment is necessary. Additionally, a sleeping bag, sleeping mat, and personal camping gear are advisable.
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The off-road routes in Morocco range from simple gravel roads to challenging dune rides. Thanks to our experienced guides, the tour is also feasible for off-road beginners.
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The royal city of Fès, the dune sea Erg Chebbi, the desert area Erg Chegaga, oases like Mhamid, the Atlas Mountains, and the UNESCO site Aït Benhaddou are among the highlights of this Morocco off-road trip.
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In the evenings, we often cook together by the campfire. Occasionally, we enjoy Moroccan specialties such as couscous or tajine in local restaurants.
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Yes, many participants stay extra days in Tangier or Marrakech after the tour. We are happy to advise you on individual extensions.
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.Terms and Conditions of OVERCROSS
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