3 Day Erg Chebbi Desert Adventure from Marrakech

Duration3 days

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LanguagesEnglish, French

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

ADVenture into the heart of Morocco on this 3-day, 2-night desert adventure from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi. Experience the breathtaking beauty of the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, and enjoy the lush Draa Valley. This tour offers a unique blend of culture and nature, featuring camel trekking, stunning sunsets, and a night under the stars in a luxury desert camp. Enjoy delicious meals, including dinner served by the campfire, while immersing yourself in the desert's magical ambiance.

Journey through the magnificent High Atlas Mountains and Dades Gorge

Experience camel trekking and overnight stay in a luxury desert camp

Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Ait Ben Haddou and the oasis of Skoura

transport in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Private transportation
Pick-up & drop-off in Marrakech
Visit to Todra Gorge
Sunset experience over the dunes

Meals
Local guides
Personal expenses
Tips for driver & camp staff

What to expect

Day 1: DADES GORGE

Dades Gorges Trekking
2h

Depart Marrakech around 8:30 AM and travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Visit the historic Kasbah of Telouet, renowned for its intricate zellij and craftsmanship, before continuing through the scenic Ounila Valley. Explore the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s finest examples of earthen architecture and a famous film location. Continue through Ouarzazate and the palm oasis of Skoura to discover Kasbah Amridil, one of Morocco’s best-preserved kasbahs and a living museum of traditional life. Arrive in Dades Gorge, famous for its dramatic rock formations, winding mountain roads, and breathtaking landscapes. Optional off-road route via Bou Tharar offers encounters with nomadic communities and stunning mountain scenery. Overnight in a charming guesthouse in Dades Gorge.

Day 2: LUXURY CAMP

Erg Chebbi
2h

Depart after breakfast. The trip to your camp at Erg Chebbi is about 5 hours, so you have plenty of time to divert at Tinghir to Todra Gorge, which features a 300m deep fault. The most notable town en route before the desert is Rissani, which used to be a desert capital and important trading post. Whilst it has somewhat faded from its lofty history, the town retains a charm of a bygone era and also features a lively market on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursdays. You will arrive at the camp 2 to 3 hours before sunset so have time to enjoy a camel trek, climbing dunes, the sunset and dinner under the stars.

Day 3: Return To Marrakesh

Marrakech
Pass by

Depart after breakfast. The trip to your camp at Erg Chebbi is about 5 hours, so you have plenty of time to divert at Tinghir to Todra Gorge, which features a 300m deep fault. The most notable town en route before the desert is Rissani, which used to be a desert capital and important trading post. Whilst it has somewhat faded from its lofty history, the town retains a charm of a bygone era and also features a lively market on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursdays. You will arrive at the camp 2 to 3 hours before sunset so have time to enjoy a camel trek, climbing dunes, the sunset and dinner under the stars.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

If your accommodation is located within the Medina and is not accessible by vehicle, we will provide the nearest accessible meeting point before the tour begins. The driver will contact you in advance to confirm the exact location.

Meeting point

Please wait in your hotel lobby or at the agreed pickup location 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. The driver will contact you before arrival if necessary.

End point

If your accommodation is located within the Medina and is not accessible by vehicle, we will provide the nearest accessible meeting point before the tour begins. The driver will contact you in advance to confirm the exact location.

End point

Please wait in your hotel lobby or at the agreed pickup location 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. The driver will contact you before arrival if necessary.

Pickup details

Complimentary pickup is available from all hotels, riads, and accommodations within Marrakech. Travelers staying inside the Medina may be asked to meet at the nearest accessible point due to vehicle restrictions. Pickup details, including the driver’s contact information and exact pickup time, will be confirmed via WhatsApp or phone one day before departure.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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.