3-Day Sahara Camel Trek: Marrakech to the Merzouga Golden Dunes

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

This 3-day desert tour gives travelers a complete Marrakech-to-Sahara experience with scenic mountain roads, kasbahs, valleys, canyons, and the Merzouga dunes in one well-organized journey. Instead of only visiting the desert, travelers enjoy the full route through the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, Dades Valley, Todra Gorge, and Erg Chebbi. The experience includes comfortable transport, two dinners, two overnight stays, and a camel trek to enjoy the atmosphere of the Sahara at sunset or sunrise.

What's Included

Fuel and road transport costs
1 night accommodation in Dades Valley
Air-conditioned vehicle
Camel trek in Merzouga dunes
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
1 night accommodation in Merzouga desert camp
Professional driver
Tips

Meeting and pickup

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

Travelers should provide their hotel, riad, or apartment address in Marrakech when booking. If the accommodation cannot be reached by van, the driver will arrange pickup from the nearest accessible meeting point. Please be ready 10 minutes before the confirmed pickup time.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

    4 stops
  • 1
    High Atlas Mountains

    Travel from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n’Tichka road. Enjoy scenic mountain views, Berber villages, and photo stops along the way.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ait Ben Haddou

    Visit the famous fortified ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, known for its traditional earthen architecture and desert-route history. Travelers have time to walk, take photos, and explore the area.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ouarzazate

    Stop in Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara. Travelers may enjoy a short photo stop or free time depending on the schedule.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Dades Valley Activities

    Continue through southern Moroccan landscapes toward Dades Valley, known for its dramatic rock formations, kasbahs, and valley views. Dinner and overnight stay in the area.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert

    6 stops
  • 5
    Dades Valley Activities

    Start the day with breakfast in Dades Valley, then continue through scenic valley roads, traditional villages, and southern Moroccan landscapes on the way toward the desert.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Todra Gorge

    Visit Todra Gorge, one of the most impressive canyon areas in southern Morocco. Travelers can walk between the high rock walls, take photos, and enjoy the mountain and river scenery.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Erfoud

    Pass through Erfoud, a desert gateway town known for fossils, palm groves, and the road toward Merzouga. A short stop may be made depending on timing.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Arrive near the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga. Travelers prepare for the desert experience and meet the camel team before starting the camel trek.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Erg Chebbi

    Enjoy a camel trek through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, with time to admire the desert scenery and take photos before reaching the desert camp.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 10

    Spend the evening at a desert camp near the dunes. Travelers enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation in the Sahara desert atmosphere.

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Merzouga Desert – Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech

    7 stops
  • 11
    Merzouga

    Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast at the desert camp, travelers return from the camp by camel or vehicle depending on the camp arrangement.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Erg Chebbi Dunes

    Enjoy final views of the Erg Chebbi dunes before leaving Merzouga. This is a good time for photos of the desert landscape and camel trek area.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Rissani

    Pass through Rissani, a traditional desert town near Merzouga. A short stop may be made depending on timing and road conditions.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Draa Valley

    Drive through southern Moroccan landscapes and palm grove areas on the long return route toward Marrakech. Travelers enjoy scenic views and short comfort stops along the way.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Ouarzazate

    Stop in or near Ouarzazate for a break during the return journey. Travelers may have time for lunch or photos depending on the schedule.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 16
    High Atlas Mountains

    Cross the High Atlas Mountains on the way back to Marrakech, with scenic road views and optional photo stops before arrival in the city.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 17
    Marrakech

    Arrive in Marrakech and drop off travelers at their hotel, riad, or nearest accessible point. This is the end of the 3-day desert tour.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by ABDU MOROCCO TRAVEL

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Cancellation Policy

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

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