From Marrakech:3-Day sahara Desert Merzouga

4.8 (4 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesArabic, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
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Overview

Experience the Moroccan Sahara Desert on a 3-day safari tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Spend the night at a Bedouin camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes. Ride a camel to watch the sunset and sunrise. See the Kasbah of Ouarzazate, and much more.

Ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes on a camel
Spend the night at a Bedouin camp
See the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
Drive across the High Atlas Mountains
Enjoy a guide tour with local guide, Discover the jewish district in Tinghir

What's included

  • Return Transportation
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Accommodation
  • Travel Insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. 40m
    Day 1: Depart from Marrakech to the High Atlas Mountains heading towards Kasbah Talouetto, Kasbah Ait Benhadou and Ouarzazate.
    We will pick you up from your hotel or riad and head out to the High Atlas Tizi-n-Tichka pass at 2260m altitude. We’ll break up your journey with traditional lunch on the way and a visit to the kasbah Telouet and then take the caravan tracks to the kasbah at Ait Benhaddou. In the evening, we’ll stay at the Gateway To The Sahara, Ouarzazarte in a riad where you can enjoy a traditional dinner.
  2. Dades Gorges
    14h · Admission ticket included
    Day 2: Ourzazate to Dades Gorges to the Todgha Gorges to Merzouga
    After breakfast we’ll take you out to see ‘The Valley Of The Roses’ with the winding River Dades running through the centre. When we leave, we’ll get some stunning views of the surrounding countryside as we travel on toward Tinghir and the Todgha valley. Make sure you keep an eye out for traditional Berber huts and villages! Our next destination is the dramatic 300m Todgha Gorge, a popular, destination with rock climbers and occasionally even film-makers. Afterward, we’ll set off for the village of Merzouga where we’ll be welcomed with a glass of mint tea and a short rest. From there, we’re off into the desert! When we’re ready, we’ll ride our camels out into the dunes and catch the sunset before spending the night in a traditional nomad’s tent. Your dinner is included.
  3. 12h
    Day 3: Merzouga to Rissani to Erfoud to Marrakech
    Today, we’ll get up early to watch the desert sunrise among the dunes and to get ready for the day ahead. We’ll trek back to the hotel with our camels and grab a shower before we continue on with our adventure. We’ll make a stop at Boumalne-Dades (via Rissani and Erfoud) where we’ll see the workshops that make objects and decorations from fossilized marble. Finally, we’ll return to Marrakech where you can spend the night in your hotel or riad
  4. 3m
    Day 4: Marrakech
    Today is your last day. If your flight is in the evening, then you can spend the day to explore more of Marrakech before you travel to the airport and you can book an additional immersive day tour with us to explore Marrakech deeply.

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Additional information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please seek medical advice from medical professionals before departure should you suffer from illnesses or health condition

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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