Marrakech and Sahara Merzouga Desert 3-Day Tour: Hotel and Camp

4.9 (1,766 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
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Duration3 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesArabic, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 17 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the Sahara Desert like never before on our captivating 3-day tour. Departing from Marrakech, you'll embark on an enchanting journey to the remote Merzouga dunes.

Our adventure features:

- Camel Trekking: Traverse the majestic dunes atop a camel, relishing stunning sunsets and sunrises.
- Local Insights: Our knowledgeable guides share Berber traditions and Sahara history.
- Historical Treasures: Explore hidden oases, ancient villages, and historic sites.
- Intimate Groups: Forge connections in a small, close-knit group.
- Moroccan Cuisine: Savor authentic meals prepared to perfection.
- Safety & Comfort: Your well-being is our priority.

Don't miss this opportunity for a unique Sahara Desert experience. Book now for lasting memories.

Options

Standard Camp Tent

Private room & standard camp: First night: Hotel in Tinghir.
Second night: Standard camp tent with shared bathroom.
Camel treck, Sandboarding: ATV quad and Buggy available to rent in the desert dunes with the locas
Basic
Duration: 3 days
2 Breakfasts - 2 Dinner
By Dades Valley and Toudra Val
Confortable Minivan: With enough space for your luggage
Pickup included

Deluxe Camp Tent

Private room and deluxe camp: First night: Hotel in Tinghir.
Second night: deluxe camp tent with private bathroom
Camel trekking, Sandboarding: ATV Quad and Buggy are available to rent in the desert dunes with the locals
Upgraded
Duration: 3 days
2 Breakfasts - 2 Diners
By Dades and Toudra Valley
Conformable Minivan: With enough space for your luggage
Pickup included

Premium Desert Tour

Luxury Camp & Luxury Riad: - First night: Stay at either Chez Pierre, Dades Paradise, or Xaluca Dades.
- Second night: Stay at Merzouga Luxury Camp
Activities Included: - Enjoy a 1-hour ATV quad ride. - Experience a 1-hour camel ride. - Try your hand at sandboarding.
Premium
Duration: 3 days
2 dinners, 2 breakfasts
Marrakech to Merzouga & Back
Transportation: Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle (options: 4x4 TOYOTA Land Cruiser Prado or Minivan)
Pickup included

What's included

  • SandBoarding
  • Camel Ride
  • Dinner
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch and beverage on the way.
  • Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: MARRAKECH - TIZI-N TICHKA - AIT BEN HADDOU - OUARZAZATE - DADES VALLEY - TINGHIR
  1. Jemaa el-Fnaa
    30m
    At 8 o'clock in the morning after meeting your driver, you will leave Marrakech from Jamaa El Fnaa squire to reach Ouarzazate crossing the High Atlas Tizi n'Tichka pass (2260m Att).
  2. Tizi n Tichka
    15m
    Stop for photography at the top of Atlas Mountains Tizi n Tichka before you continue to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah,
  3. Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou
    2h
    Ait Ben Haddou is the first major stop today for sightseeing. The Berber-fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou is a UNESCO-listed landmark and is also known as a set for major Hollywood epics; here are a few of the movies that used the village for shooting: the Kingdom of Heaven, Lawrence of Arabia, and Gladiator. Cross the river separating the Kasbah from the main road and leisurely explore the village.
  4. Ouarzazate
    10m
    Photography Stope view of Atlas Studios.
  5. El Kelaa M'gouna
    15m
    A short break for photography and a view of roses valley rose picking begins in April, and 3 days festival in the first week of May, cosmetics products made with roses oil are available in the associations,
  6. Vue Panoramique Boumalne
    10m
    Panoramic view stops along the way in Dades Valley before you arrive at your accommodation,
  7. Camino al sahara
    14h · Admission ticket included
    Overnight in hotel Bougafer Tinghir or Luxury Riad Dades or similar,
Day 2: TINGHIR - TOUDRA GORGES - TINEJDAD - ERFOUD - MERZOUGA
  1. Todra Gorge
    1h · Admission ticket included
    In the morning after breakfast, departure to visit the Gorges and the grove of Todgha
  2. Erfoud
    30m
    We continue our desert road to Erfoud (the capital of fossils) via Tinejdad (Berber villages), after the continuation of our adventure in the impressive dunes of (Erg Chebbi) Merzouga.
  3. Merzouga Desert
    14h · Admission ticket included
    We will leave the vehicle for a camel ride in the middle of the dunes. You will spend the night in the nomad tents in the big dunes and enjoy the silence between the stars. Dinner and overnight at the bivouac.
Day 3: MERZOUGA DESERT - ROSES VALLEY - OUARZAZATE - HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS - MARRAKECH
  1. El Kelaa M'gouna
    1h
    After an early breakfast, drive back to the main road, where you will meet your driver, and to Kelaat Mgouna roses valley, where you will have a lunch stop.
  2. Ouarzazate
    10m
    Ouarzazate, Ouarzazate, Draa-Tafilalet
  3. Tizi n Tichka
    10m
    Pass by Tichka Atlas mountain.
  4. Marrakech
    30m
    We reach our final destination Marrakech; your driver will drop you off in your accommodation at the end of service.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

- Pick-up from all hotels and riads in Marrakech.
- If your riad is in the medina, the pick-up location will be the nearest accessible place to the riad.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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