3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour with Camel Trek

5.0 (2 reviews) Marrakech, Morocco
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Duration3 days
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LanguagesArabic, English, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to the Merzouga dunes offers an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s most iconic landscapes and cultural sites.

Travel across the Atlas Mountains, crossing the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka pass, before visiting the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its historic architecture and film appearances. Continue to Ouarzazate, often called the “Gateway to the Desert,” with time to explore the city and its cinema heritage, before reaching the Dades Valley, where you spend the first night.

On the second day, continue through Tinghir to discover the impressive Todgha Gorges, surrounded by palm groves and dramatic canyon walls. The journey then leads to Merzouga, at the edge of the Sahara Desert, where you enjoy a camel ride at sunset across the golden dunes. Spend the night in a Berber desert camp, in a private tent with an en-suite bathroom, and experience traditional hospitality under the stars.

What's included

  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Camel ride in the Merzouga desert
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
  • 2 nights accommodations
  • Drinks and lunches
  • Entrance fees to monuments and sites
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley
  1. Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass before stopping at the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the exterior of this historic fortified village and learn about its architecture, history, and role in international films.
  2. 1h
    Arrive in the Dades Valley in the late afternoon. Enjoy time to admire the dramatic landscapes, rock formations, and valley views before settling into your accommodation for the night.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Tinghir – Todgha Gorges – Merzouga Desert
  1. Todra Gorge
    1h
    Depart from the Dades Valley towards Tinghir, arriving at the impressive Todgha Gorges, known for their towering canyon walls and palm oasis surroundings. Enjoy time to walk through the gorge, take photos, and learn about the natural geology and local life in the area.
  2. Merzouga
    2h
    Continue the journey towards Merzouga, located at the edge of the Sahara Desert. Upon arrival, prepare for your desert experience, enjoy the first views of the golden dunes, and meet the local team before heading into the desert.
Day 3: MERZOGA TO MARRAKECH
  1. 45m
    Wake up early to enjoy a peaceful sunrise over the Sahara dunes. Watch the colors of the desert change as the sun rises above the sand dunes, offering a memorable final moment in the desert before departing.
  2. High Atlas Mountains
    8h
    After breakfast at the desert camp, begin the return journey to Marrakech. Travel through desert landscapes, valleys, and the High Atlas Mountains, with short stops along the way for breaks and panoramic views, before arriving in Marrakech in the late afternoon or evening.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup starts 30 minutes before departure from selected hotels and riads in Marrakech.
If your accommodation is not accessible by vehicle, a nearby meeting point will be arranged and confirmed after booking.
Please be ready at the pickup location 10 minutes before the scheduled time.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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

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