Tinfou Dunes Morocco

The sand desert along the Draa Valley starts in the Tinfou Dunes, Morocco. Here the Draa gets drier and hotter than the usual. It lies next to the stone desert and the two together give a wild look to the place. Here sand dunes are formed very suddenly by the wind. These sudden dunes are created over an area of a few hundred meters. Compared to the other dunes the Tinfou Dunes can be called small but the spectacular landscape that is forms along with the stone desert and is a must see for anybody traveling to Morocco. It provides an unforgettable experience. Today it is one of the major Morocco tourist attractions.

While Merzouga, Morocco is called the “dunes of the orange sand”, Morocco Tinfou Dunes have earned the name dunes of the “gold sand”. Here one can enjoy a trip of the desert on an Arabian camel. The local people also offer tea in the tents. On a trip to the dune one can enjoy the breathtaking view of the desert. The Tinfou Dunes, Morocco are situated 19 kilometers from Tamegroute and 29 kilometers from Zagora, Morocco.

The other famous sand desert areas in Morocco include the Erg Chebbi, Morocco, the Mhamid desert, the Chegaga Dunes, and the Merzouga, Morocco. These sites are also some of the most visited of the Morocco popular destinations.