Embark on a thrilling 3-day desert adventure from Marrakech to Merzouga. Explore ancient kasbahs, marvel at the endless horizon of the Sahara, and experience camel riding and camping among the stunning sand dunes.
From Marrakech To Dades Valley Via Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
High Atlas Mountains - Day 1: Night and Half board (D)
Leave Marrakech, and follow a well-maintained road to the High Atlas Mountains. After about an hour, the road starts to wind its way along one of the most scenic roads in Morocco across a landscape of terraced wheat fields, cacti, waving palm trees and endless views. As the road begins to descend, the scenery changes drastically as suddenly as you enter a desert-like area. Soon, the imposing Kasbah Aït Benhaddou will loom up like a mirage.
Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Soon, the imposing Kasbah Aït Benhaddou will loom up like a mirage. A kasbah is a kind of citadel, composed of high-walled buildings of clay mixed with straw; historically used to shelter to entire village communities. At the top of the Kasbah, there is a fantastic view across the surrounding countryside and of the citadel itself giving you the sense of entering a medieval world with a warren of narrow lanes. the fortified city of Ait Ben Haddou is an UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 With many things to do along the way, great for people who don’t mind a little hike to see some exquisite views. Beautiful villages and towns scattered all around
Dades Gorges - After lunch, you’ll set off on your tour again and drive through the fertile valley to Dades Gorges . If you thought the road from Marrakech was beautiful, then wait till you see this. Bizarre rock formations, bright green palm valleys and rugged mountain peaks in all shapes and colours alternated by small traditional villages and breathtaking views. After 2 hour you’ll pass a restaurant (‘Panoramic’), with an outdoor terrace overlooking the valley and the colourful cliffs. It’s a nice place to stop off for a cup of coffee or mint tea. From here, it’s another 40 minutes drive past yet more weird but wonderful colourful rock formations. When the cliffs begin to get narrower and you enter a kind of gorge, you’ll know you’ve nearly reached your small mountain hotel. Moments later you’re greeted by the friendly owner night and dinner in hotel (Kasbah La Gazelle) or similar.
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Driver/guide
- Camel trekking in the desert
- 2 nights Half-Board Accommodation including breakfast and dinner
Head to the famous dunes of Merzouga where the horizon has no limits! This small group tour start from Marrakech and continues to the south side of Morocco for 3 days and 2 nights with half board breakfast and dinner. You will visit some of the most interesting sites in Morocco, such as Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, including the magnificent Dades and Erg Chebbi sand dunes,a safe ride with camels is scheduled to join your camp among the dunes
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.