From Marrakech to Merzouga: 3-Day Desert Tour

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About this tour

Discover the magic of Morocco with our 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Atlas Mountains, explore historic kasbahs, and trek across the majestic Sahara dunes. This adventure offers an authentic insight into Berber culture, culminating in a night under the stars in a desert camp.

Highlights

  • Scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains
  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou
  • Explore the film city of Ouarzazate
  • Walk through the dramatic Todra Gorge
  • Ride camels at sunset in the Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Overnight in a Berber desert camp
  • Sunrise over the Sahara Desert

Included/Excluded

  • Private transportation with an experienced guide
  • 1 night in a hotel in Dades Valley (dinner and breakfast included)
  • 1 night in a Berber desert camp (dinner and breakfast included)
  • Camel trekking in the Sahara Desert
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
  • Lunches and beverages
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Entrance fees for optional sites (Ait Ben Haddou, Atlas Studios)

Itinerary

  • Day 1

    Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

    Depart from Marrakech, crossing the stunning Tizi n’Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains. Stop at Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO-listed ksar, to explore its historic architecture. Continue to Ouarzazate, where you can visit the Atlas Film Studios and explore the city’s fascinating kasbah. End your day in the scenic Dades Valley, where you’ll stay in a local hotel.

  • Day 2

    Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert

    After breakfast, venture into the stunning Todra Gorge, a canyon famed for its towering cliffs. Continue to Merzouga, where the golden dunes of the Erg Chebbi await. Enjoy a camel trek through the desert as the sun sets, and arrive at your Berber camp for a night of traditional music, dinner, and stargazing in the heart of the Sahara.

  • Day 3

    Merzouga – Draa Valley – Marrakech

    Start your day early to witness the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga, then embark on the return journey to Marrakech, passing through the lush Draa Valley. Arrive in Marrakech by late afternoon, concluding your desert adventure.

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