3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech with Overnight Camp

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(24 reviews)
Marrakech, Morocco

3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

This 3-day desert tour is designed to offer a complete Sahara experience while maintaining a comfortable pace and well-balanced itinerary.

• Carefully planned 3-day journey – Enjoy a smooth route that allows enough time to experience each region without rushing, from the High Atlas Mountains to the Sahara Desert.
• Scenic and diverse landscapes – Travel through mountain passes, valleys, palm oases, and desert plains, with constantly changing scenery along the way.
• Iconic cultural sites – Visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou and pass through traditional villages that reflect Morocco’s rich history and heritage.
• Authentic Sahara experience – Ride camels across the dunes of Erg Chebbi, watch the sunset over the desert, and spend the night in a Berber camp under a star-filled sky.
• Comfort and organization – Travel in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle with experienced staff handling logistics, accommodation, and meals for a stress-free journey.

What's Included

Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Entrance fee to monuments
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunches
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

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

Travelers are contacted one day before departure to confirm pickup details.
Pickup starts approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
If the vehicle can access the accommodation, pickup is provided directly at the hotel or riad.
If access is limited, travelers will be directed to the nearest convenient meeting point, such as Jemaa el-Fna or Carré Eden Shopping Center.

Drop-off point
Marrakesh

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Marrakech → Dades Valley → Tinghir

    3 stops
  • 1
    Atlas Mountains View

    Departing Marrakech, travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Enjoy panoramic mountain views, winding roads, Berber villages, and scenic photo stops along the route.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou

    Visit the UNESCO-listed ksar of Aït Ben Haddou. Explore its earthen architecture, narrow alleys, and hilltop viewpoints overlooking the surrounding desert landscape.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Continue toward the Dades Valley, known as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs,” featuring dramatic rock formations, palm oases, and traditional villages along the river.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga Desert

    3 stops
  • 4
    Todra Gorge

    Stop at Todra Gorge to walk between towering limestone cliffs and enjoy the impressive canyon scenery before continuing toward the Sahara.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Merzouga Desert

    Arrive in Merzouga, where the desert landscape begins. Prepare for the camel trek and experience the atmosphere of the Sahara before heading into the dunes.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Enjoy a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, watch the sunset, and spend the night in a Berber desert camp under the stars.

    12 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Merzouga → Marrakech

    1 stop
  • 7
    Marrakech

    Travel back to Marrakech with scenic stops along the way for breaks, lunch, and refreshments, crossing desert landscapes and mountain road

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Sahara cruiser

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Cancellation Policy

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

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