5-Day Private Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains, to Dades Valley

1. Marrakech
   1h
   Depart Marrakech in the morning and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Visit the famous Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing through Ouarzazate and the scenic Valley of Roses to the Dades Valley.

Day 2: Dades Valley, Todra Gorges & Merzouga

1. Boumalne Dades
   2h
   After breakfast, explore the dramatic landscapes of the Dades Valley before continuing towards Tinghir. Visit the impressive Todra Gorges and enjoy a scenic drive through the palm-filled valleys and traditional villages. Continue towards Erfoud and arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon. Enjoy a camel ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset before reaching your desert camp.

Day 3: Merzouga Sahara Desert Discovery & Nomadic Culture

1. Erg Chebbi
   2h
   Discover the magic of the Sahara Desert around Merzouga and the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy a 4WD excursion through the desert landscapes, visit traditional villages and learn about local Saharan culture and nomadic traditions. Depending on the route and local availability, experience the region’s unique music, hospitality and way of life. Enjoy time to appreciate the golden dunes and take memorable photographs before returning to your luxury desert camp.

Day 4: Merzouga to nDraa Valley & Ouarzazate

1. Nkob
   1h
   Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes, followed by breakfast at your desert camp. Depart from Merzouga and travel through the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco towards the Draa Valley. Admire the palm groves, traditional Berber villages and beautiful scenery along the way, with stops for photographs and cultural discoveries. Continue towards Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara and famous for its cinematic heritage. Arrive in Ouarzazate in the evening and check in at your hotel.

Day 5: Ouarzazate to Marrakech Via Ait ben Haddou & High Atlas Mountains

1. Ouarzazate
   2h
   AAfter breakfast at your hotel in Ouarzazate, begin the journey back to Marrakech through the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco. Visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Ksar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its traditional earthen architecture and cinematic history. Continue through the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying scenic viewpoints and photo stops along the way, before arriving in Marrakech in the late afternoon or evening, depending on traffic and stops.

Pickup details

Pickup is available from hotels, riads, and accommodations in Marrakech. For properties inside the Medina where vehicles cannot access the entrance, pickup will be arranged at the nearest accessible meeting point. Please provide your accommodation name, address, and WhatsApp number after booking. Your driver will confirm the pickup time and location.

• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• 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