3-Day Tour From Marrakech to Merzouga Dunes

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 8 more

Embark on a breathtaking 2-day journey from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, and Ouarzazate to the majestic Dades Valley and Sahara Desert. Ride camels at sunset, sleep under the stars in a Berber camp, and explore ancient kasbahs and gorges. An unforgettable Moroccan adventure!

What's Included

Camel
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Desert Camp
Hotel
lunch

Meeting and pickup

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

We offer pickup and drop-off from any location in Marrakech (hotels, riads, Airbnb, or other addresses).Pickup is available from all hotels, riads, and Airbnb addresses in Marrakech. Please provide your accommodation name and location when booking. If your riad is in the Medina (not accessible by car), we’ll arrange a nearby meeting point such as Café de France (Jemaa el-Fna) or Bab Doukkala. You’ll receive your exact pickup time by email or WhatsApp one day before departure

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Meeting point
Marrakesh

Pickup available from any location in Marrakech (hotels, riads, Airbnb). If your riad is not accessible by car, we’ll arrange a nearby meeting point such as Café de France or Bab Doukkala. Please be ready 10–15 minutes before departure.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

    4 stops
  • 1
    Marrakech

    Departure at 7:00 AM from Marrakech. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and enjoy its panoramic mountain views. Visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and have lunch there (not included). Continue to Ouarzazate to explore the Cinema Studios and Taourirt Kasbah. Drive through the Dades Valley, known for its stunning rock formations. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in Dades Valley (✅ Dinner & breakfast included).

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    High Atlas Mountains and ascend to Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters above sea level. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of rugged peaks, traditional Berber villages, and winding mountain roads—an unforgettable start to your Moroccan adventure.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ait Ben Haddou

    Explore the historic Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This iconic mud-brick ksar has been featured in numerous films and offers a glimpse into traditional Moroccan architecture and Berber culture. A must-see on your journey through Morocco.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ouarzazate

    Visit Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” to see Kasbah Taourirt and the famous film studios from the outside. Then, drive along the scenic “Road of 1,000 Kasbahs”, passing dramatic landscapes and historic fortified villages.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 2

    Day 2: Dades Gorge – Todgha Gorge – Tinejdad – Touroug – Merzouga Desert

    4 stops
  • 5
    Dades Gorges

    After breakfast, visit the Dades Gorge and the famous “Monkey Fingers” rock formations. Continue to the spectacular Todgha Gorge with a local guide to explore the canyon and valley. Stop for lunch in Tinejdad (❌ not included). Visit Touroug village, where you can try traditional Berber outfits. Arrive in the Sahara Desert (Merzouga) and enjoy a 1-hour camel ride to your desert camp. Dinner, Berber music show under the stars, and overnight in a luxury or standard desert camp (✅ Dinner & breakfast included).

    Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Todra Gorge

    Head to the Todra Gorge, one of Morocco’s most spectacular canyons, and enjoy a short walk inside the dramatic rock walls. Stop for lunch on site before continuing your journey through the region.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    Visit Tinejdad, a charming oasis town, and continue to Touroug, a traditional Berber village. Experience local culture, see Berber architecture, and take photos of the picturesque landscapes along the way.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Merzouga

    Arrive in Merzouga and embark on a camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi to your desert camp. Enjoy a stunning sunset, traditional Berber dinner, and a live music show under the stars. Overnight stay in the desert camp.

    Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Day 3: Merzouga – Sunrise – Return to Marrakech

    1 stop
  • 9
    Merzouga

    Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes. Enjoy breakfast, then take a camel ride back to the starting point. Departure back to Marrakech, arriving in the evening.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Supplied by Marrakech Desert And Coast

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