3 Days Moroccan Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
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Tour Type
Explore Tours
Go on an exhilarating 3-day desert adventure from Marrakech to the mesmerizing dunes of Merzouga. This journey offers a perfect blend of scenic landscapes, cultural experiences, and unforgettable desert activities. Traverse the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, and experience the thrill of camel trekking in the Sahara. Spend a night under the starry desert sky in a traditional Berber camp, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Highlights
Included/Exclude
- Accommodation in charming hotels and traditional Riads
- Daily breakfast
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Private transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Airport transfers and hotel pickups/drop-offs
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities and excursions
- Any additional services not mentioned in the inclusions
Tour Plan
Your 3-day Morocco desert tour begins with an early departure from Marrakech, crossing the breathtaking Tizi n'Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains. Enjoy panoramic views of Berber villages and rugged landscapes.
Your first major stop is the legendary Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and famous filming location for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After exploring the fortified village, continue to Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Morocco,” where you can visit Taourirt Kasbah and Atlas Film Studios.
The journey then continues through the stunning Skoura oasis and into the scenic Dades Valley, renowned for its dramatic rock formations and winding roads.
Overnight stay in Dades Valley at a cozy guesthouse or hotel, preparing for the adventure ahead.
After breakfast, travel deeper into southern Morocco, driving through charming Berber villages toward the towering Todra Gorges — a paradise for climbers and photographers alike. Take a walk through the gorge, surrounded by cliffs up to 300 meters high.
Continue through Tinjdad, Jorf, and Erfoud, the gateway to the Sahara and famous for fossil artifacts. By afternoon, you’ll reach Merzouga, where the golden Erg Chebbi dunes rise in the distance.
Prepare for a magical camel trek in the Sahara Desert, where you’ll ride into the dunes at sunset. Upon arrival at a traditional Berber desert camp, enjoy a hearty Moroccan dinner, traditional drumming, and a starry night in a comfortable tent.
This is the highlight of many Morocco desert packages and an unforgettable experience of your Sahara tour.
Wake up early to witness the stunning sunrise over the Sahara dunes, one of the most magical moments of your Morocco travel experience. After a camel ride back to Merzouga, enjoy breakfast and shower at a guesthouse.
Start the return journey through the towns of Rissani and Alnif, with photo stops and breaks along the way. Pass once again through the High Atlas Mountains, arriving in Marrakech by late afternoon or early evening.
Your private 3-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour concludes with a drop-off at your hotel or riad — ending a journey full of landscapes, culture, and desert magic.
