A 3-Day Adventure to Merzouga Desert: Atlas Mountains & Sahara Exploration

Highlights

  • See the impressive Atlas Mountains and take in panoramic views
  • Visit the UNESCO Ait Ben Haddou and see the earthen clay architecture
  • Take a guided tour of the Tinghir oasis and Todra gorges
  • Experience a camel ride at sunset and witness a desert sunrise
  • Enjoy some free time to visit Ouarzazate and the studios of cinema

Itineraries Expand all

  • Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi-n-Tichka - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Skoura – kelaa Mgouna – Boumalne - Dades Gorges

    Embark on the ultimate Marrakech Sahara desert trip, a captivating 3-day journey from the vibrant city of Marrakech to the peaceful dunes of the Moroccan Sahara desert. This unforgettable Morocco adventure tour combines the breathtaking landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains with the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, offering an authentic taste of Morocco's diverse beauty.

    Our adventure begins with an early morning departure from Marrakech, crossing the dramatic Tizi n'Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains. We'll pause to explore the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a prominent film location. After lunch, our Marrakech Sahara trip continues through the Rose Valley, passing through the beautiful Skoura Oasis to reach the spectacular Dades Gorges. Enjoy a delicious Moroccan dinner and spend the night at a traditional hotel, surrounded by amazing rock formations.

  • Day 2: Dades Gorges– Boumlane – Tinghir – Toudra Gorges - Tinjdad - Touroug - Erfoud - Merzouga

    After breakfast, we head towards the magnificent Todra Gorges, where you can enjoy a short walk through the towering canyon walls. Our route then leads us to the Sahara, with a stop in Erfoud to visit a local fossil and marble workshop. As we approach Merzouga, the landscape transforms into the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes. Here, you'll trade our 4x4 for a camel and embark on a mesmerizing Merzouga camel trek to watch the sunset over the endless sand. The night is spent under a blanket of stars in a traditional Berber desert camp, complete with a traditional dinner and local music.

  • Day 3: Merzouga - Rissani - Alnif - Draa Valley - Agdez – Ouarzazate - High Atlas - Marrakech

    Wake up early to witness a magical Sahara desert sunrise from the dunes. After a camel ride back to the hotel for a shower and breakfast, we begin our return journey. We'll travel through Rissani, Morocco's first imperial city, and continue along the vast Draa Valley, known for its extensive date palm groves. The route back to Marrakech takes us through the Anti-Atlas Mountains, with a stop for lunch in Ouarzazate. The Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour concludes with our arrival back in Marrakech in the evening.

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Trip Includes & Excludes

  • Pick up from your hotel in Marrakech on the morning of the tour.
  • 1 night in a charming riad
  • 1 night in a desert camp
  • Breakfasts and evening meals
  • You will be able to stop anywhere and anytime you would like to.
  • Drop off in your hotel at the end of the trip.
  • Modern A/C Vehicle, 4X4 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado for 3 days + Fuel.
  • Camel treks in the dunes of Merzouga.
  • Drinks
  • Entry Fees for Monuments
  • Lunches
  • Tips

FAQ's Expand all

  • How can I book a tour?
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Duration 3 Days
Trip Code : TZ-10033
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