3-Day Sahara Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga

Marrakech, Morocco
Duration3 days
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 18 travelers

Overview

The 3 days desert tour from marrakech to merzouga dunes & camel trek, including :
Merzouga desert tour departure from Marrakech 3 days will allow you to explore the southern Sahara and its wonderful Kasbahs and to live unforgettable moments with the Berbers, as well as the visit of the old kasbah to Ait ben Haddou and Toudra gorge, sleep in a desert camp under Berber tent.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS :

Cross the High Atlas Mountains with its pass of Tizi Ntichka

Visit the legendary world heritage site of Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou

Visit Todra gorges and Tinghir oasis

Ride a camel in Erg Chebbi to watch the colour changing sunset & sunrise

Spend the night at a Berbr desert camp

sandbording

What's included

  • Sandboarding in Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Dinner
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • 2 Nights accommodation
  • A Camel ride for each
  • A night in a desert camp
  • Lunches and Drinks
  • Tipping
  • Any additional service that’s not mentioned in tour itinerary

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech- Ait Ben Haddou- Ouarzazate- Bomalne Dades. Tour Distance: 312 km.
  1. High Atlas Mountains
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Our 3-day Sahara tour from Marrakech begins with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains, passing through the winding Tizi N’Tichka Pass. Along the way, we’ll stop at panoramic viewpoints and Berber villages, where you can take in breathtaking landscapes.
  2. Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
    1h
    Our journey continues to A UNESCO World Heritage site, Ait Benhaddou is a stunning earthen fortress situated along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech. Its ochre-colored buildings have made it a popular filming location for many films and series, including "Gladiator" and "Game of Thrones." Take a guided tour of the village to learn about its history and enjoy views of the surrounding landscape from the top of the Ksar.
  3. Ouarzazate
    30m
    From the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou we head to the Often referred to as the "Gateway to the Sahara," Ouarzazate is famous for its film studios and the Taourirt Kasbah, a former residence of the local caids.
  4. El Kelaa M'gouna
    14m
    We continue driviing to Rose valley Known for its stunning rose gardens, the valley is particularly beautiful in spring when the roses bloom. You can stop here to sample rose products, including rose water and cosmetics.
  5. Camino al sahara
    17m
    Once we arrive in Boumalne Dades, explore the dramatic Tinghir . The cliffs and rock formations are breathtaking and overnight in your accommodation with dinner and breakfast.
Day 2: Tinghir – Todra gorges – Arfoud – Sahara desert. Trip Distance: 247 km.
  1. Todra Gorge
    15h · Admission ticket included
    We start our trip to Tinghir, the city of peace, and different ethnicities, especially Muslims and Jews.Then, to carry on to the amazing Todra canyon by some panoramic views of valley.

    Once your arrival. The one would surely get amazed by the stunning towering of two mountains (300 m), that also attracts the mountains’ climbers. Hence, have time to walk along the downhills and canyons, and enjoy the river breeze and reassuring.
  2. Merzouga
    17m
    Later on, your driver or guide continues you to Desert to pull over in one of the villages for a picturesque moment with traditional Berber dressing and hannah tattoo, and lunch.

    After that, to the Sahara desert, to start your amazing adventure camel ride through the magical sand dunes and sunset view shot.
    Thus, get warmly welcomed in the camp with a cup of tea to enjoy breezy moment and contemplating around. Thence, to cheer your dreamy night with a delicious dinner and a Berber drumming party played by talent guys around the fire under the marvelous stars.
Day 3: Merzouga- Ouarzazate – high Atlas mountains – Marrakech. Tour Distance: 197 km.
  1. Marrakech
    5h
    You will start your last day trip from Merzouga with a drive to Ouarzazate then start your adventure in the High Atlas Mountains back to the Imperial city of Marrakech via the highest road pass in Morocco Tizi Tichka 2260m high, offering impressive views of valleys, mountains and many Berber villages nearby and arriving at Marrakech in the evening. The last day of our desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before one day of departure we can send you the car number plate and the car photo,phone number of the driver/Guide so it would be easy to arrange the meeting.

End point

Before one day of departure we can send you the car number plate and the car photo,phone number of the driver/Guide so it would be easy to arrange the meeting.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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