3 Day Sahara Escape from Marrakech to Merzouga with Camel Trek

Duration3 days

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LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the magic of Morocco’s desert landscapes on this 3-day adventure from Marrakech. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit the iconic kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, and journey through dramatic gorges and palm-filled valleys before reaching the golden dunes of Merzouga. Enjoy a camel trek into the Sahara, sleep beneath starry skies at a desert camp, and discover the rich history of towns like Rissani and Ouarzazate along the way.

Your 3-Day Sahara Journey: Highlights At A Glance

This 3-day desert tour is ideal for travelers short on time but eager for adventure. Starting in Marrakech, you’ll visit UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou, explore the gorges of Dades and Todra, and experience camel trekking and a night in a Sahara camp at Merzouga. The route offers a taste of Morocco’s natural wonders, historic kasbahs, and vibrant desert culture before returning to Marrakech.

What's included

Tawesna association visit and lunch
Kasbah Ait Benhaddou visit
Sandboarding in the dunes
Todra Gorges stop
Dinner
Sunset camel ride
Breakfast

Lunches and drinks
Local guide inside Ait Ben Haddou (optional)
Quad/ATV activities (optional)
Personal expenses and tips

What to expect

Day 1: MARRAKECH – AIT BENHADDOU – OUARZAZATE – SKOURA – DADES GORGE

Dades Gorges
14h · Admission ticket included

This 4 days desert Tour to Merzouga camel trek Sahara desert adventure starts early in the morning you meet your guide at your Hotel/Riad and start driving leaving the red city of Marrakech towards Ait Ben Haddou passing by the high atlas mountains and the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass at an elevation of 2.260m, Tizi n’Tichka means “difficult mountain pasture” in Berber and you’ll see why. We arrive at the UNESCO site Ait Ben Haddou where you will visit the Kasbah on a walking tour and have lunch before driving to Dades Gorge through Skoura. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 2: DADES GORGE – TODRA GORGE – ERFOUD – RISANI- MERZOUGA

Merzouga
14h

Travelers arrive in Merzouga, home to the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Here, they experience a camel ride into the Sahara at sunset, crossing rolling sand dunes before reaching a traditional desert camp. The evening is spent enjoying dinner, local music, and stargazing, followed by an overnight stay in the heart of the desert.

Day 3: DAY 3: MERZOUGA-OUARZAZATE-MARRAKECH

Marrakech
Pass by

In the morning it is recommended to wake up early to climb the dunes and watch the most magical sunrise, breakfast, then meet your guide to starting driving to Ouarzazate, We will visit the cinema studios in Ouarzazate, have lunch and drive to Marrakech

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Café de France is a classic spot, located right on Jamaa El-Fnna square. Opened in 1912 it is one of the oldest and most famous cafes in Marrakech, and it is still a very popular spot, both among tourists and locals.

End point

Café de France is a classic spot, located right on Jamaa El-Fnna square. Opened in 1912 it is one of the oldest and most famous cafes in Marrakech, and it is still a very popular spot, both among tourists and locals.

Pickup details

For your convenience, please note that the pickup details for this tour will be communicated to you in advance. Ensure you are ready at the specified location and time, allowing for a seamless and enjoyable start to your Moroccan adventure.

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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