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Offered languages
- English
- French
Discover the Sahara on a private 3-day journey from Errachidia to Merzouga, designed for travelers who want more than a simple transfer to the desert. Travel through the palm-filled Ziz Valley and historic Rissani before reaching the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Experience a sunset camel trek, spend two nights in the Merzouga area, watch sunrise over the dunes, visit Khamlia village and discover its Gnawa musical heritage, and enjoy time to explore the desert landscapes at a relaxed pace.
Because this is a private tour, the vehicle is reserved exclusively for your group and stops can be adapted when possible. With private air-conditioned transportation, direct pickup from Errachidia or Moulay Ali Cherif Airport, and an English-, French-, and Arabic-speaking driver, the experience combines desert scenery, local culture, and comfortable transportation in one complete Sahara journey.
What's Included
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Your driver will contact you before departure to confirm the exact pickup time and location. Pickup is available from hotels, riads, Moulay Ali Cherif Airport, and agreed addresses in Errachidia. Please be ready at the confirmed pickup point before departure. At the end of the 3-day tour, you will be returned to Errachidia unless another arrangement has been confirmed in advance.
Itinerary
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1Ziz valley view
Stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Ziz Valley, known for its extensive palm groves, oasis landscapes, and dramatic scenery. Enjoy time for photos before continuing toward Rissani.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Rissani
Explore Rissani, a historic desert town and traditional trading center near Merzouga. Depending on the day, visit the local market area and discover the atmosphere of one of southeastern Morocco’s best-known oasis towns.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Arrive in Merzouga and take a short break before the desert experience. Enjoy traditional Moroccan tea, prepare for the camel trek, and meet the local team before entering the Erg Chebbi dunes.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Erg Chebbi
Ride a camel across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi as the light changes over the Sahara. Stop for sunset views and photos before continuing to the desert camp for dinner and your overnight stay.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Erg Chebbi
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy quiet time on the dunes for photographs before returning for breakfast.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Khamlia
Visit Khamlia, a small village near Merzouga known for its Gnawa musical heritage. Meet local residents, learn about the community’s traditions, and enjoy a traditional Gnawa music performance when available.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
7Merzouga
Continue exploring the Merzouga desert area with time to enjoy the dunes, desert landscapes, and surrounding scenery. Depending on conditions and timing, stops can be made at viewpoints and quiet areas around Erg Chebbi.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
8
Return to the dunes in the late afternoon to enjoy the changing colors of the Sahara at sunset. Relax with Moroccan tea and take photographs as the sun sets over Erg Chebbi.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
9
After breakfast, leave Merzouga and begin the return journey to Errachidia through the desert landscapes of southeastern Morocco.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Rissani
Make a short stop in Rissani when timing allows, with an opportunity to browse local products such as dates, spices, and traditional goods before continuing toward the Ziz Valley.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Ziz valley view
Pause once more at the Ziz Valley for panoramic views of the palm-filled oasis and surrounding mountains before completing the journey to Errachidia.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Errachidia
Return to Errachidia for drop-off at your hotel, riad, Moulay Ali Cherif Airport, or another agreed location in the city.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Errachidia - Ziz Valley - Rissani - Merzouga Desert
Merzouga Desert Discovery & Local Culture
Merzouga - Rissani - Ziz Valley - Errachidia
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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