Marrakech to Merzouga 3-Day Desert tour

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Marrakech, Morocco

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 7 more

Discover the wonders of Morocco on this 3-day group adventure from Marrakech! Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit the famous UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, and spend a night in the stunning Dades Valley. Experience the Sahara like never before — ride camels into the dunes at sunset, stay in a magical Berber desert camp, and enjoy camel rides and optional sandboarding at sunrise. Explore Todra Gorge, the Valley of Roses, and charming Berber villages along the way for an unforgettable journey full of culture, adventure, and breathtaking landscapes.

What's Included

Optional sandboarding in the dunes
Transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel/riad pick-up and drop-off in Marrakech
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
All sightseeing stops mentioned in the itinerary (Tizi n’Tichka, Ait Ben Haddou, Todra Gorge, etc.)
Lunches & drinks
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Tips

Meeting and pickup

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

If you are in old city (Medina) , it’s not possible to car enter to Medina. It’s better to meet any place near your accommodation.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Valley of Roses – Dades Valley

    1 stop
  • 1
    Ait Ben Haddou

    Pick-up at your hotel or the nearest accessible point in Marrakech between 7:00 and 7:30 AM. We begin our journey across the High Atlas Mountains through the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying breathtaking views of mountain landscapes and traditional Berber villages. Our first major stop is the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, where you will explore this historic fortified village for around 2 hours and enjoy lunch on site. Afterward, we continue through Ouarzazate (with a short stop near the film studios and local market), then travel along the Valley of Roses before reaching the Dades Valley. Overnight in a riad or hotel in Dades, with dinner and breakfast included.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Dades – Tinghir – Todra Gorge – Arfoud – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi Desert Camp

    1 stop
  • 2
    Merzouga Desert

    After breakfast, depart towards the Sahara Desert at Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. Along the way, pass through charming Berber villages, the oasis of Tinghir, and the stunning Todra Gorge with its towering cliffs. Continue through Tinjdad, Jorf, and Erfoud, where the true desert begins. Upon arrival in Merzouga, guests can leave their large luggage safely in the car, taking only a small bag with the essentials for the night. In the late afternoon, your desert adventure begins as you ride camel riding across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, entering the camp at sunset — a thrilling and unforgettable way to arrive. At the desert camp, you’ll be greeted with traditional Berber hospitality. After dinner, enjoy live music around the campfire and admire the star-filled Sahara sky. Guests spend the night in a Berber tent in the heart of the desert. The following morning, guests will leave the camp with a camel ride at sunrise, an unforgettable way to watch the sunrise over the dunes.

    8 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Erg Chebbi Sunrise – Merzouga – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

    1 stop
  • 3
    Marrakech

    Wake up early for an unforgettable Sahara sunrise. After breakfast, ride camels out of the desert camp, stopping at the highest dunes to admire the spectacular sunrise. Guests can also enjoy optional sandboarding down the dunes for a fun and thrilling experience. After the desert adventure, we begin the return journey to Marrakech, passing through Ouarzazate and the Atlas Mountains. Arrival in Marrakech is expected in the early evening, with drop-off at your hotel or riad.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Zwin Travel - Excursion Quad, Buggy & Camp Agafay Marrakech

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
Extreme Sports
Bus Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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