Merzouga and Sahara Desert Adventure from Marrakech

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley
4 stops
1
Tizi n Tichka
You will depart Marrakech and travel through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, crossing the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters above sea level. Along the way, you’ll enjoy panoramic mountain views, pass traditional Berber villages, and stop for photos at selected viewpoints.
2
Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
you will visit the famous Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most iconic fortified villages. You’ll have free time to explore the earthen architecture, walk through the ksar, and enjoy views of the surrounding landscapes. This site is also known for its appearances in international films.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Ouarzazate
You will pass through Ouarzazate, often called the “Gateway to the Desert,” with a short stop to take photos and admire the desert scenery and kasbah-style architecture.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Boumalne Dades
You will continue your journey through the scenic Dades Valley, known for its dramatic rock formations and lush oasis landscapes. In the evening, you’ll arrive at a luxury kasbah where you can relax, enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner, and spend the night in a peaceful mountain setting.
10 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Dades Valley – Merzouga – Sahara Desert
3 stops
5
Merzouga
You will arrive in the village of Merzouga, located at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Here, you’ll meet your camel guide and prepare for your desert experience before heading into the Sahara.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
6
Erg Chebbi
You will ride a camel across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun sets over the Sahara. This peaceful trek allows you to enjoy panoramic desert views and capture unforgettable photos as the colors of the dunes change.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
7
Merzouga
Upon arrival at the luxury desert camp, you will check into your private tent with modern comforts. In the evening, you’ll enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner followed by live Berber music and drumming around the campfire. You’ll spend the night under the stars in the Sahara Desert.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Merzouga – High Atlas – Marrakech
3 stops
8
Erg Chebbi
You will wake up early to watch the sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. After enjoying the peaceful morning atmosphere and taking photos, you’ll return to the camp for breakfast.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
High Atlas Mountains
After breakfast, you will meet your driver and begin the scenic journey back to Marrakech. You’ll pass through diverse landscapes of southern Morocco and the High Atlas Mountains, with rest stops along the way.
10
Marrakech
You will arrive back in Marrakech in the late afternoon or early evening and be dropped off directly at your hotel or riad, marking the end of your desert tour.

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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