5-Day Private Luxury Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech & Merzouga

4.9
(10 reviews)
Marrakech, Morocco

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5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Experience the ultimate Moroccan adventure on this unforgettable private 4-day journey from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert and back. Cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, explore the UNESCO-listed Aït Ben Haddou, travel through the breathtaking Dades Valley, discover the dramatic Todgha Gorge, and experience the magic of the golden Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga.

Begin your adventure by leaving Marrakech behind and crossing the majestic High Atlas Mountains, passing through traditional Berber villages, dramatic valleys, and breathtaking mountain landscapes. Discover the legendary Aït Ben Haddou, an ancient fortified ksar and UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing through the spectacular landscapes of southern Morocco.

What's Included

Private transportation
local Taxes
Transport aller retour
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Air-conditioned vehicle
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Professional driver-guide
Camel trek in the Merzouga desert
Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
Guide professionnel
wather
Three nights of accommodation (hotel, riad, or desert camp)
Entrance fees included as specified in the itinerary
Fuel and transportation expenses
Lunches during the tour
Personal expenses
Travel insurance

Meeting and pickup

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

Pickup is available from all hotels, riads, and accommodations in Marrakech. For accommodations located inside the Medina where vehicles cannot access the property, we will arrange pickup from the nearest accessible meeting point.

After booking, please provide your accommodation details so we can confirm your exact pickup time and location.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains, to Dades Valley

    1 stop
  • 1
    Marrakech

    Depart Marrakech in the morning and cross the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Visit the famous Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before continuing through Ouarzazate and the scenic Valley of Roses to the Dades Valley.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Dades Valley, Todra Gorges & Merzouga

    1 stop
  • 2
    Boumalne Dades

    After breakfast, explore the dramatic landscapes of the Dades Valley before continuing towards Tinghir. Visit the impressive Todra Gorges and enjoy a scenic drive through the palm-filled valleys and traditional villages. Continue towards Erfoud and arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon. Enjoy a camel ride through the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset before reaching your desert camp.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Overnight: Luxury desert camp in Merzouga.

    1 stop
  • 3
    Erg Chebbi

    Spend the day exploring the Sahara Desert by 4WD. Visit a traditional nomadic community and a Gnawa village, discover Dayet Srij and follow part of the legendary Paris-Dakar route. Explore fossil sites and traditional ksours and kasbahs, and discover the region’s rich desert culture. Enjoy authentic Berber pizza and a picnic among the Erg Chebbi dunes. Watch the sunset over the golden dunes before experiencing traditional drumming around the campfire under the stars. Enjoy dinner and another night at the desert camp.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Merzouga, Draa Valley & Ouarzazate

    1 stop
  • 4
    Nkob

    Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes before departing Merzouga. Travel through the spectacular landscapes of the Anti-Atlas and the Draa Valley, famous for its palm groves, traditional villages and kasbahs. Continue towards Agdz and Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara and the “Hollywood of Morocco.”

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Ouarzazate to Marrakech

    1 stop
  • 5
    Ouarzazate

    After breakfast, continue your journey from Ouarzazate towards Marrakech. Depending on your schedule, enjoy a final visit or photo stop before crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Arrive in Marrakech and finish your private Morocco desert adventure.

    2 hours • 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
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Multi-day Tours
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Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Car Tours
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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