3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour with Camel Ride

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Duration3 days
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience the landscapes and culture of southern Morocco on a three-day journey from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit the historic Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou and travel through Ouarzazate and the scenic Dades Valley before continuing to the dramatic Todra Gorges. In Merzouga, enjoy a camel ride across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset and spend the night at a desert camp with a traditional dinner, music and an unforgettable evening under the stars. With transportation, accommodation, breakfasts, dinners and the camel ride included, this itinerary combines Morocco's mountains, kasbahs, gorges and Sahara landscapes in one convenient three-day experience. Choose the option that best suits your travel style, whether you prefer a shared journey or a private experience.

Options

with Hotel, Luxury Desert Camp

hôtel et camp de luxe
Pickup included

with Transportation Only

Pickup included

Air-Conditioned Luxury Tent

Luxury Tent
Pickup included

Standard Accommodation

Standard Accommodation
shared with other client
Pickup included

What's included

  • Air-conditioned minivan/minibus transportation
  • Desert camp experience
  • Camel ride in the Merzouga desert
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
  • Traditional entertainment at the desert camp
  • 2 nights of accommodation
  • Lunches

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
  1. Tizi n Tichka
    20m
    Cross the spectacular Tizi n'Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains and enjoy panoramic views of rugged peaks, valleys and traditional mountain villages.
  2. Ait Ben Haddou
    2h
    Explore Ait Ben Haddou, the famous UNESCO-listed fortified village. Walk through its historic kasbahs and traditional earthen streets, with time to discover the site and take photographs.
  3. Ouarzazate
    20m
    Stop in Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara and the Hollywood of Morocco. Enjoy time to explore the area and learn about its cinematic heritage. Cinema studio entry is optional and not included.
Day 2: Vallée du Dadès - Gorges de Todra - Dunes de Merzouga
  1. Todra Gorge
    20m
    Experience the Sahara Desert in Merzouga with a camel ride across the golden dunes at sunset. Continue to your desert camp, where you will stay in a private tent and experience traditional Berber hospitality, dinner and an evening beneath the desert sky.
  2. Merzouga Desert
    16h · Admission ticket included
    Experience the Sahara Desert in Merzouga with a camel ride across the golden dunes at sunset. Continue to your desert camp, where you will stay in a private tent and experience traditional Berber hospitality, dinner and an evening beneath the desert sky.
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Draa Valley – Marrakech
  1. Rissani
    45m
    Discover Rissani, a historic town in southeastern Morocco and an important center of the Tafilalet region. Explore its traditional atmosphere and learn about the area's history, ksars and local heritage.
  2. Tazarine
    45m
    Continue through Tazarine and the scenic landscapes of the Draa Valley, passing traditional Berber villages and enjoying the changing scenery of southern Morocco on the journey back toward Marrakech.
  3. Marrakech
    Pass by
    Continue the journey toward Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains and arrive back in the city at the end of your three-day desert adventure.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available from hotels, riads and other accommodations in Marrakech. Please provide your accommodation details when booking. If your accommodation is in an area that is difficult for the vehicle to access, we will contact you in advance to arrange a convenient nearby meeting point.

Additional information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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