PRIVATE TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA

3 DAYS DESERT TOUR

EXPERIENCE

A memorable and exciting three-day excursion.

Price: From 112 €

Departure time: ~7:30; Arrival time: ~20:00

Duration: 3 Days

Hotel pick-up service: available

Drop-off point: at the entrance to the main plaza, Jemaa El Fna, or the nearest convenient place to your hotel if the vehicle is accessible.

Cancellation policy: up to 72 hours before the activity begins.

Highlight

See the stunning Atlas Mountains.
Visit the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Enjoy some free time to tour Ouarzazate and the film studios.
Take a guided tour of the Tinghir oasis and Todra gorges.
Enjoy a camel ride at sunset and view the sunrise.
Sleep under the stars at the Sahara desert camp in Erg Chebbi, complete with a bonfire and Berber music dance.

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Full Description

Experiencing the night in the Sahara Desert is a fantastic memory for visitors to Morocco, and this three-day journey allows you to explore deeper and learn more along the way.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, the Valley of the Roses, and Tinghir, as well as traditional Berber towns in the Todra Gorge, before taking a camel ride over Morocco’s highest dunes, the Erg Chebbi, and sleeping under the stars in a Berber tent at the camp.

Day 1

Marrakech– Tizi-N-Tichka – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Gorges

Our staff will pick you up from your hotel in Marrakech between 7:10 and 7:30 am and accompany you to the departure point in the main square, Jamaa El Fna.

Leaving around 7:45 a.m., you will cross the High Atlas mountains and Col Tichka at 2260 meters, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, and have lunch in Ouarzazate. You will then travel through the Skoura oasis, Kalaat M’gouna, and the Valley of Roses to the Dadès Valley.

Stay the night in a Dadès hotel with half-board (dinner and breakfast included).

Day 2

Dades Gorges – Tenghir – Todra Gorges – Tinjdad – Erfoud – Merzouga

After breakfast at your hotel, leave the gorges of Dades for Erg Chebbi, at the gateway to the Sahara desert. See the Berber villages scattered along the way, and pass through Tinjdad, Jorf, and Erfoud to get a feel for the Saharan landscape. See the oasis of Tafilalet before your arrival in Merzouga. Break to relax in Merzouga for a few moments. As the sun sets, we climb on the back of a camel for 1 hour and 30 minutes and cross the sand dunes en route to a nomadic Berber camp. See the sand dunes and the desert landscape from a timeless perspective as you listen to the camp drums in the desert in the middle of the Sahara.

Take photographs of the breathtaking sunset from the top of a high dune. Then, go to camp to enjoy the night in a nomad camp with a bonfire and berber music dance, resting under the starry sky, before you fall asleep.

Day 3

Merzouga – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Wake up early to catch the sunrise over the dunes. Ride your camel back to Merzouga for breakfast at the Auberge.

Pick up the rest of your luggage and begin your journey back to Marrakech via Ouarzazate, stopping for lunch at one of the roadside restaurants before arriving in Marrakech around 20:00.

Inclusions

Pick up from your Hotel or Riad in Marrakech
Transport by modern air-conditioned minivan with its
French-English-speaking driver or guide.
Visit the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, Dades Gorge Valley, and Todra Gorge
Private accommodation in Dades Valley standard Hotel for the first
night with dinner and breakfast
Camel trekking in Erg Chebbi to admire the sunset and the sunrise
Private Tent at the standard Berber camp for the 2nd night
in the desert with dinner and breakfast
Crossing the Tizin n'Tichka road back to Marrakech

Exclusions

FAQ

What's the difference between a shared and private Merzouga tour?

A shared trip utilizes a shared vehicle, a shared room on the first night at the standard hotel, and a shared tent on the second night at the standard berber camp.
A private trip includes private transportation with an assigned driver, a private room at a standard hotel, and a private tent at a regular berber camp.

How far is Merzouga from Marrakesh?

From Marrakech to Merzouga, it is approximately 558.5 kilometers.

What do I need to bring?

* Sunglasses
* Sun cream
* Hat
* Jeans for the camel trekking (shorts and skirts are not recommended, as the camel saddles are itchy and can cause skin irritation).
* Cameras and phone chargers.
* Warm clothes in the winter season

Can I bring my luggage or suitcase on the tour?

You can carry your suitcase or luggage with you throughout the tour, as there is enough space in the back of our minibus.
You are welcome to bring your luggage to your lodging on the first night.
On the second night, store your luggage in the minibus and carry only what you need for one night at the camp inside a small backpack to ride your camel with.

Can I request vegetarian meals on the tour?

Vegetarian diets are available; kindly indicate this at the time of booking.

Can we upgrade our accommodations (hotel and camp)?

Yes, you may upgrade your first night to a luxury hotel and your second night to a luxury berber camp; please check before completing your reservation.

How long does a camel ride in Merzouga Sahara last?

The camel trip takes roughly an hour to an hour and a half, depending on the season and daylight.

Can I take a shower in Merzouga Standard Sahara Camp?

Yes, it’s possible to take a shower at the Merzouga Sahara campsite, but please remember to bring your own towel and amenities.

What time will we return to Marrakech on the last day?

The predicted arrival time back in Marrakech is about 8 p.m., although this varies depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Is it possible to continue to Fes rather than returning to Marrakech?

We offer a particular desert tour that travels to Fes; please see the 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour.