3 Days Merzouga Desert Tour
- Morocco 3 Days Merzouga Desert Tour
Morocco 3 Days Merzouga Desert Tour
This 3-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour is ideal for travellers who want to experience the real Sahara, including Erg Chebbi dunes, kasbahs, oases, rocky desert scenery, and a camel trek to a Berber-style desert camp. It is one of the most popular desert routes from Marrakech.
Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English, French, or Spanish-speaking driver
- Accommodation during the tour
- Breakfasts
- Dinners
Not Included
- Lunches
- Personal drinks and snacks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance
Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
Depart Marrakech in the morning and travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Continue to Ait Benhaddou, a famous ksar known for its traditional earthen architecture and historic kasbahs. After a visit and lunch in the area, continue towards Ouarzazate, where you may stop near the Atlas Film Studios and enjoy views of Taourirt Kasbah. The journey then continues towards Boumalne Dades, where you will spend the night in a hotel with dinner.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Tinghir – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga
After breakfast, travel through the Dades Valley and continue to the Todra Gorges, one of the most impressive natural sites in southern Morocco. After time to explore and take photos, continue through desert towns and landscapes towards Merzouga. Upon arrival, meet your camels and ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes to reach the desert camp. Enjoy dinner and spend the night in a Berber-style camp in the Sahara.
Day 3: Merzouga – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
Start the morning with sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp. Ride the camels back to meet your driver, then begin the return journey to Marrakech. The route includes several scenic stops along the way and lunch during the drive. In the evening, arrive in Marrakech and enjoy drop-off at your accommodation.
Essential Information
- Reservation should be made at least 86 hours before departure.
- A 30% deposit is required to confirm the booking.
- Luxury accommodation upgrades are available on request.
- Travel dates may be changed without penalty up to 30 days before the tour date.
- Recommended items: camera, sun protection, hat, change of clothes, and warm clothing/shoes in winter.
Explore this trip in pictures
Discover Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Todra Gorges, Erfoud, Merzouga, Erg Chebbi dunes, and Sahara desert camp landscapes.
