3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour
Discover the Sahara Desert on this private 3-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit traditional kasbahs and admire the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco. You will also explore the Todra Gorges, palm groves and the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy a camel ride at sunset, spend a night at a desert camp and experience the magic of the Sahara.
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
Your driver will pick you up from your accommodation in Marrakech in the morning. Travel towards the High Atlas Mountains and cross the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Enjoy beautiful views of the mountains, valleys and traditional villages.
Continue to the ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take time to explore its old streets, earthen houses and traditional architecture.
After the visit, travel to Ouarzazate, then cross the Skoura Oasis and the Valley of Roses. Continue towards the Dades Valley, known for its rocky landscapes and impressive natural formations.
Check in at your hotel, enjoy dinner and spend the night in the Dades Valley.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, discover the landscapes of the Dades Valley before continuing to the Todra Gorges. Enjoy a walk among the impressive cliffs surrounding the valley.
Continue through the villages of Tinejdad and Erfoud, crossing palm groves and the desert landscapes of southeastern Morocco.
In the afternoon, arrive in Merzouga, at the foot of the great Erg Chebbi dunes. Meet your camel caravan and enjoy a ride across the desert at sunset.
Continue to your camp among the dunes. Enjoy a traditional dinner, an evening around the campfire with local music and an overnight stay beneath the starry Sahara sky.
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Wake up early to admire the beautiful sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After breakfast at the camp, meet your driver and begin the return journey to Marrakech.
Cross the desert landscapes towards Rissani, a town known for its traditional market and its history along the old caravan routes. Continue through Alnif and Tazarine before discovering the Draa Valley and its extensive palm groves.
The journey continues through Agdz and Ouarzazate, with stops to admire the scenery and take photographs. Then cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains.
Arrive in Marrakech in the evening. Your driver will drop you off at your accommodation, marking the end of your 3-day Merzouga Desert tour.
Included
- Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver.
- Fuel and transportation costs.
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech.
- Two nights of accommodation during the tour.
- Breakfasts and dinners according to the accommodation arrangements.
- Camel ride across the Merzouga dunes.
- One night at a camp in the heart of the desert.
- Assistance throughout the journey.
Excluded
- International flights.
- Lunches and drinks.
- Dinners not included in the accommodation arrangements.
- Local guides for visits.
- Entrance fees to monuments and paid attractions.
- Optional desert activities.
- Personal expenses and tips.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Marrakech to Merzouga tour last?
The tour lasts 3 days and includes 2 nights, with visits to the High Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert.
Is the 3-day tour private?
Yes, you travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Which places will we visit?
You will discover Tizi n’Tichka Pass, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, the Dades Valley, Todra Gorges and Merzouga.
Is an overnight stay in the desert included?
Yes, you will spend one night at a camp among the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Is the camel ride included?
Yes, the tour includes a camel ride at sunset.
Can we watch the sunrise in the desert?
Yes, you can wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes before breakfast.
Where will we stay during the tour?
You will spend the first night at a hotel in the Dades Valley and the second night at a camp in Merzouga.
Are meals included?
Breakfasts and dinners provided by the accommodations are included. Lunches are available at local restaurants along the route.
Does the tour return to Marrakech on the third day?
Yes, your driver will take you back to Marrakech via Rissani, the Draa Valley and Ouarzazate.
Is the return journey to Marrakech long?
Yes, the journey takes several hours. An early departure allows time for stops along the way.
Can I customize this tour?
Yes, you can request changes according to your preferences and travel plans.
