Luxury Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Marrakech - Tichka - Ait benhaddou - Ouarzazate - roses valley - dades valley
1 stop
1
Marrakech
Your 4 days tour from Marrakech begins after breakfast with a scenic drive through the Tizi n’Tichka mountain pass, offering dramatic views of the High Atlas range. Our first major stop is the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a timeless village known for its role in films like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. We continue toward Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” then venture through the fragrant Rose Valley and the legendary Valley of the Thousand Kasbahs. By evening, we arrive in Dades Valley where you’ll enjoy a traditional dinner and overnight stay in a charming guesthouse nestled between dramatic red cliffs.
6 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Sahara Desert (Erg Chebbi)
1 stop
2
Merzouga
Today, the journey leads us through spectacular canyons and desert towns. After breakfast, we explore Todra Gorge, where steep rock walls rise 300 meters high, making it a paradise for climbers and photographers. Later, we pass through Erfoud, known for its fossil-rich terrain, and head straight to the gateway of the Sahara—Merzouga. There, you’ll mount your camel for a mesmerizing sunset ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes. Spend the night in a traditional luxury desert camp, complete with Berber music, local cuisine, and a starlit sky a highlight of any merzouga trip from Marrakech.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Explore Merzouga ( Nomads – Eyeliner mine – Khamlia Gnawa Village – Erg Chebbi – Palm groves )
1 stop
3
Fez
Wake up early for a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast at the luxury camp, we switch to a 4×4 for a cultural tour around Merzouga. Visit nomadic families who still live in traditional tents, explore an ancient kohl mine, and discover their deep-rooted desert lifestyle. In Khamlia, enjoy live performances of Gnawa music, an essential piece of Moroccan heritage. You’ll also walk through palm groves and relax at your Merzouga hotel in the evening. This immersive day showcases the cultural richness of the 4 days from Marrakech desert adventure.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – Draa Valley – Nkob – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
1 stop
4
Marrakech
After breakfast at your hotel in Merzouga, we begin our return journey to Marrakech. Along the way, we stop in the traditional town of Rissani, once a thriving caravan hub and home to a lively souk filled with spices, crafts, and local delicacies. We continue driving through Alnif and into the expansive Draa Valley famous for its endless date palm groves and centuries-old kasbahs. In the peaceful village of Nkob, you’ll enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch surrounded by stunning desert scenery. The adventure continues through the dramatic Anti-Atlas Mountains and the breathtaking curves of the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. As the evening approaches, we arrive back in Marrakech, marking the end of your unforgettable 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.
8 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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