Marrakech: 4 days of adventure in the Sahara desert

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(4 reviews)
Marrakech, Morocco

4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Go on an unforgettable adventure in southern Morocco, between mountains, valleys, deserts and cultural heritage. Cross the Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, explore the Dades Gorge and discover the Merzouga Desert, its golden dunes and spectacular sunrise. Enjoy the beauty of the Drâa Valley and end with a visit to Ouarzazate, the gateway to the desert and capital of cinema, before returning to Marrakech.

What's Included

Comedy ride in the desert
Private and exclusive tour, there will be no other people in the group
Transport in 4x4 or minivan with air conditioning.
Sandboarding in the Sahara Desert
Fuel, tolls and all associated costs.
Dinner (Optional[3])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
Francophone driver.
Pick-up at the Inn, Riad, Airport or any location of your choice.
Local Guide a ait ben haddou
Accommodation for 3 nights Inn or Riad clean
Night in a desert camp in Erg Chebbi
Entrance to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
Lunch
tips

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We take care of all guests from their Marrakech accommodation from 08:00 in the morning.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Day 1: Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou - Valley of Roses - Dadès Gorges

    4 stops
  • 1
    Tizi n Tichka

    Check-out from Marrakech in the early morning towards Ouarzazate via the spectacular Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, Morocco’s highest road crossing, located in the heart of the High Atlas Mountains. Enjoy exceptional panoramas of, traditional Berber villages and mountain peaks. Several stops are planned along the way to admire the scenery and take photos before continuing to Ouarzazate.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Aït Benhaddou

    Visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore its clay streets, discover its traditional architecture and enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the valley. Free time for lunch at a local restaurant before continuing your trip.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Vallee Des Roses

    Continuation to the Valley of Roses, famous for its vast fields of roses and picturesque landscapes. Enjoy panoramic views of oases, traditional Berber villages and surrounding mountains. Depending on the season, discover the rose harvest and local handicraft products based on rose water.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Dades Gorges

    Our journey will continue through the valley of a thousand Kasbahs to reach the Dadès Gorges, crossing Berber villages, arrival at the gorges, and installation at your hotel, Night in the Gorges.

    14 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Day 2: Dadès Gorges - Todgha Gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert

    2 stops
  • 5
    Todra Gorge

    After Breakfast, Check-out for the impressive Gorges du Todgha, one of the most beautiful canyons in Morocco. Enjoy a walk at the foot of its majestic cliffs up to 300 meters high, while admiring the river that crosses the gorge. Discover the daily life of the Berber inhabitants of the region and enjoy free time to take pictures of this exceptional natural site before continuing your journey to the desert

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Merzouga Desert

    Continue to Erfoud, known for its fossils, where you can visit a fossil cooperative. Arrival in Merzouga in the afternoon, where you will change vehicles to ride a camel and reach your camp in the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy the sunset over the dunes, followed by a traditional Berber dinner under the stars. Overnight in a Berber camp in a traditional nomadic tent or in a luxury bivouac, depending on your preferences.

    12 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Day 3: Merzouga - Draa Valley - Agdz - ouarzazat

    1 stop
  • 7

    Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, an unforgettable experience. After Breakfast, return to the village of Merzouga by camel or 4×4. Then take the road to Agdz, taking a meal break along the way, and cross the Draa Valley as well as the Anti-Atlas Mountains. Arrival in Ouarzazate at the end of the day. Depending on your preference, optional visit to the movie studios before reaching your Riad or Inn for the night.

    6 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 4

    Day 3: Ouarzazat - Marrakesh

    1 stop
  • 8
    Ouarzazate

    After Breakfast, you will meet your driver to continue on the last day of the tour towards Marrakech, via the Tichka Pass. Arrival in Marrakech around 4pm, end of the tour.

    3 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Excu Marrakech

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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