5-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech: Shared or Private

Duration5 days

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 18 travelers

Overview

Enhance your Moroccan adventure with optional experiences such as quad biking, buggy rides, and private desert dinners. We can also arrange special celebrations for birthdays, anniversaries, and other occasions. Vegetarian and vegan meals are available upon request, allowing every traveler to enjoy a comfortable and memorable journey.

Options

5 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR

LUXURY ACCOMODATIONS:: Stay at Riad Jolie on the first and last nights, Hotel Babylon on the second, and Ideal Desert Camp on the third night.
CAMEL TREKKING & GUIDED VISIT: The tour includes camel trekking to the desert camp or a free 4x4 transfer, plus a guided visit in Marrakech.
PRIVATE TOUR:: Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour with your selected group and enjoy a one-of-a-kind desert adventure.
Duration: 5 days: Start and end in Marrakech, exploring the breathtaking desert landscapes and unique experiences along the way.
2 DINNERS & 4 BREAKFASTS:: Enjoy breakfast at each accommodation and two dinners at Dades Valley and Ideal Luxury Camp.
5 DAYS ROUTE: Day 1: Marrakech
Day 2: Marrakech - Dades Gorges
Day 3: Dades - Merzouga Desert
Day 4: Desert - Marrakech
Day 5: Departure
Premium Vehicles:: Vehicle options depend on group size: Toyota Land Cruiser, Mercedes-Benz Vito, Ford Tourneo Custom, or Mercedes-Benz minibus.
Pickup and Drop-off: : We will pick you up at the airport or your accommodation and drop you off at the airport or any specified location.

Best 5-Day Small Group Shared

LUXURY ACCOMODATIONS:: Stay at Riad Jolie on the first and last nights, Hotel Babylon on the second, and Ideal Desert Camp on the third night.
CAMEL TREKKING & GUIDED VISIT: The tour includes camel trekking to the desert camp or a free 4x4 transfer, plus a guided visit in Marrakech.
SMALL GROUP TOUR (MAX 12):: Enjoy an intimate desert adventure with a small group of up to 12 people
Duration: 5 days: Start and end in Marrakech, exploring the breathtaking desert landscapes and unique experiences along the way.
2 DINNERS & 4 BREAKFASTS:: Enjoy breakfast at each accommodation and two dinners at Dades Valley and Ideal Luxury Camp.
5 DAYS ROUTE: Day 1: Marrakech
Day 2: Marrakech - Dades Gorges
Day 3: Dades - Merzouga Desert
Day 4: Desert - Marrakech
Day 5: Departure
Vehicle Options Based on Group: For 4-8 people, we use a Mercedes-Benz Vito or Ford Tourneo Custom; for 8-10, a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibus.
Pickup and Drop-off: : We will pick you up at the airport or your accommodation and drop you off at the airport or any specified location.

What's included

Night in a luxury camp in Merzouga, half board (breakfast and dinner included)
An English-, Spanish-, or Italian-speaking driver-guide.
Dromedary excursion in the desert dunes of Merzouga (round trip, one dromedary per person)
Dinner
Breakfast
Tour in a 4×4 vehicle, van or, minivan with fuel
Stay in a charming Marrakech riad (2 nights) with breakfast included.
Sandboarding activity
Service of pick-up and drop-off
Accommodation in a charming riad in the Dades Valley on a half board basis (dinner and breakfast)

Lunches & Drinks
Tipping
Any additional activity you want to add

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival in Marrakech – Transfer to Your Riad in the Medina

15h · Admission ticket included

On the first day of your 5-day tour from Marrakech, your driver will meet you at the airport or your preferred location in the city and transfer you to your riad in the medina. Shared-tour guests will stay at Riad Assia, while private-tour guests will stay at Riad Aslal, or in similar-category accommodation. The rest of the day is free to relax and explore Marrakech at your own pace. Overnight stay with breakfast included.

Day 2: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Skoura – Valley of the Roses – Dades Valley

1h

After breakfast, depart Marrakech and travel through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping at panoramic viewpoints to admire the mountain scenery, traditional Berber villages, and winding roads.
2h

Explore the UNESCO-listed Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most famous fortified villages and a filming location for numerous international movies and television productions. Enjoy time to walk through its narrow streets, admire the traditional earthen architecture, and take in panoramic views from the top.
2h

Stop in Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara and Morocco’s film capital. Enjoy free time for lunch and photos, then visit the historic Taourirt Kasbah. Afterwards, continue along the scenic Road of a Thousand Kasbahs.
30m

Travel through the scenic Valley of the Roses near Kalaat M’Gouna, known for its rose fields, traditional villages, and rose-based products. Enjoy a short stop for photos and panoramic views before continuing toward the Dades Valley.
15h

Arrive in the scenic Dades Valley, known for its dramatic rock formations, traditional villages, and lush river landscapes. Visit the famous “Monkey Fingers” formation and stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the valley. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel.

Day 3: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Tinjdad and Touroug Palm Groves – Erfoud – Merzouga

Todra Gorge
1h

After breakfast, travel through the Dades Valley and stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the dramatic Dades Gorges. Continue to Todra Gorge, where towering rock walls carved by the Todra River create one of Morocco’s most impressive natural landscapes. Enjoy time to walk through the gorge before continuing toward the palm groves of Tinjdad and Touroug for lunch.
Merzouga
15h

Arrive in Merzouga and begin a dromedary ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, with time to admire the sunset over the Sahara. Continue to your desert camp, where you will be welcomed with traditional tea, enjoy dinner, Berber music, and a night beneath the star-filled sky.

Day 4: Merzouga Desert – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Rissani
Pass by

Pass through Rissani, a historic town known for its traditional market and connection to Morocco’s Alaouite dynasty, before continuing through Alnif, Tazarine, and the Draa Valley.
Pass by

Travel through the scenic Draa Valley, home to vast palm groves, traditional villages, and ancient kasbahs. Pass through Agdz before continuing via Ouarzazate and the High Atlas Mountains to Marrakech, where you will stay overnight in a riad in the medina.

Day 5: Day 5: Marrakech – Airport Transfer

3h

Enjoy free time to explore Marrakech at your own pace. Travelers may also book an optional free walking tour online to discover the medina, souks, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, and Jemaa el-Fna with a local guide. The walking tour is not included in the tour price and must be reserved separately, subject to availability. Entrance fees and voluntary tips are not included.
20m

At the agreed time, your driver will collect you from your riad or another designated location in Marrakech and transfer you to Marrakech Menara Airport according to your flight schedule.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet at Menara Airport in Marrakech to start the trip or at any specified location within Marrakech.

End point

After the tour, we will drop you off at the airport or a location of your choice.

Additional information

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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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