6-Day Private Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour

Duration6 days

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesArabic, English, French, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Journey through Morocco's stunning landscapes on a 6-day adventure from Marrakech to the Merzouga Desert. Traverse the majestic High Atlas Mountains, explore iconic kasbahs, and experience the vibrant culture of Berber villages. Enjoy a camel ride at sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend a night in a luxury desert camp under the stars. This immersive tour offers opportunities to engage with local families, savor traditional meals, and discover the breathtaking beauty of the Valley of Roses and Dades Gorge.

- 6-day guided tour from Marrakech featuring luxury accommodations
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Aït Ben Haddou and Atlas Film Studios
- Experience authentic Moroccan hospitality and local cuisine
- Includes camel rides and stays with Amazigh families in unique locations

What's included

Private transportation
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast
Desert Camel Ride

Lunches (unless specified), Drinks and personal expenses,
Gratuities

What to expect

Day 1: Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Dades

Tizi n Tichka
30m

A breathtaking mountain pass at 2,205 meters, linking Marrakech to Ouarzazate through the High Atlas. Known for its winding roads and panoramic views, it’s the gateway to the Sahara
CLA Studios Ouarzazate
1h · Admission ticket included

Plus grand studio de cinéma d’Afrique, surnommé le “Hollywood marocain”. Décors de films célèbres comme Gladiator et Game of Thrones
El Kelaa M'gouna
30m

A fragrant oasis known for its rose plantations and annual Rose Festival. Visitors can explore local cooperatives producing rose water and cosmetics

Day 2: Dades – Todgha Gorge – Tinjdad – El Khorbat

1h

Towering limestone cliffs carved by the Todgha River, reaching up to 400 meters high. A paradise for hikers and climbers, nestled in a lush palm valley
4h

Lunch with a local family in Tinjdad
Excursion through Kerdous & Ghrys valleys
Dinner & overnight at Gîte Auberge El Khorbat

Day 3: Goulmima – Erfoud – Merzouga

Pass by

Cross Goulmima palm grove and ancient irrigation systems (khettaras)
1h

Lunch under Berber tents at Touroug Oasis
Erfoud
30m

Visit fossil galleries in Erfoud
Merzouga
9h

Arrive in Merzouga, check-in at Nomade Palace or Fibules des Dunes
Iconic golden sand dunes rising up to 150 meters, offering magical sunsets, camel rides, and stargazing in the Sahara’s heart
Sunset over Erg Chebbi dunes
Dinner & Tuareg music around the campfire under the stars

Day 4: Merzouga & Surroundings

Merzouga
30m

Sunrise over the dunes
Hassilabied
1h

Visit Berber families and Hassi Labiad oasis
Khamlia
4h

Experience Gnawa music at Khamlia village
Lunch with Berber pizza "Medfouna"
Visit Lake Merzouga

Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Agdz – Ouarzazate

Rissani
1h

A spiritual site honoring the founder of the Alaouite dynasty. The mausoleum is a peaceful place of pilgrimage with intricate architecture and historical significance
Agdz
3h

Cross Alnif, Nekoub, Tazarine
Lunch in a desert restaurant
Stop at Agdz Oasis with panoramic views of the Draa Valley
Crossing Morocco’s longest river valley, Draa Valley, dotted with palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and Berber villages. A lush ribbon of life stretching through the desert
Ait Ben Haddou
1h

Sunset at Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah (UNESCO site)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and fortified village made of earthen clay. It’s a stunning example of southern Moroccan architecture and has starred in many films

Day 6: Ouarzazate – Telouet – Marrakech

Telouet
30m

A hidden gem in the High Atlas, once home to the powerful Glaoui family. The kasbah’s ornate interiors and dramatic mountain setting make it a must-see
Marrakech
30m

Panoramic views of the High Atlas
Cross Tizi n’Tichka Pass
Arrival in Marrakech in the afternoon

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please note that we will contact you the day before your tour starts to confirm the meeting point and then we will send you the location and how we will find you.

End point

Please note that we will contact you the day before your tour starts to confirm the meeting point and then we will send you the location and how we will find you.

Pickup details

Pickup Location: Your accommodation in Marrakech (hotel or riad within city center)

Important Notes:

Please be ready at least 30 minutes before departure.

If your accommodation is outside the city center, we’ll arrange a nearby meeting point.

Look for a vehicle marked with your tour name or ask reception for confirmation.

For early arrivals in Marrakech, pickup can be arranged from the airport or train station upon request.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.