Embark on a 3-day shared group desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga and marvel at the stunning views of the Sahara desert. Explore diverse landscapes from Haouz planes to High Atlas Mountains, valleys, oases, and Erg Chebbi sand dunes.
Marrakech - Ait Ben Haddou kasbah - Ouarzazate - Dades Gorges
Ait Ben Haddou - Visit the historic kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site that draws filmmakers from around the globe. This remarkable Berber village, constructed from clay and adobe, is a must-see in southern Morocco. We’ll take a guided walking tour and have lunch at a local restaurant (not included). This site has been the backdrop for many famous international films, such as Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and Alexander. After exploring the village with your guide, enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant. Then, continue our journey to Ouarzazate. Upon arrival, you’ll have the chance to explore the Atlas cinema studios, discovering old props and learning about the movies filmed there.
Ouarzazate - We’ll stop at the renowned kasbah Taourirte, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in the heart of Ouarzazate city.
Vallee Des Roses - We’ll make several stops along the road through the Valley of Roses and visit a local cooperative that produces rose-based products. The Dades and Roses valleys are crucial for water and irrigation in the region and are known as the valleys of a thousand kasbahs. If you visit in May, you can enjoy the annual rose festival.
Dades Gorges - Our trip continues through the valley of a thousand kasbahs to reach the Dades Gorges, passing through Berber villages. Upon arrival, check into your hotel for an overnight stay in the Gorges.
Dades Gorges - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Sahara
Dades Gorges - We’ll visit the impressive canyons of the Dades Gorges.
Todra River - Enjoy a guided walking tour through the stunning Todra Valley with a local guide to explore the magnificent Todra Canyon.
Merzouga - Upon arrival in Merzouga, enjoy a welcoming mint tea before embarking on a camel caravan adventure. You’ll ride for an hour and a half across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi to reach the desert camp at the foot of the Great Dune. During the camel trek, you’ll witness a breathtaking sunset over the sand dunes.
Dinner will be served at the camp, and you’ll spend the night under the spectacular starry sky of the desert.
Depending on your choice:
Standard camp: Shared tent with other guests
Luxury Desert Camp: Private tent in a luxury desert camp
Merzouga - Anti-Atlas - Ouarzazate - Tichka pass - Marrakech
Merzouga - Wake up early to witness the stunning sunrise over the golden dunes of Merzouga and ride camels back to the hotel to meet your driver.
Merzouga Desert - Rise early to admire the beautiful desert sunrise over the dunes, then return to the hotel by camel. After breakfast or a 4×4 ride, meet your driver/guide and begin a new journey towards Marrakech. We’ll drive through the vast palm grove of Tafilalet, passing through Rissani, known for its markets and as the old trade center for caravans from the southern Sahara and the north.
- Professional Driver/guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Dinner
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Breakfast
- Lunches & Drinks
This often-sought, 3-day collaborative group Sahara expedition from Marrakech to the dunes of Merzouga, offers the ideal solution for those wishing to explore Morocco’s magnificent desert landscapes. Embarking daily from Marrakech, our tour delivers a visual feast taking you through the verdant Haouz plains surrounding Marrakech, climbing up to the soaring High Atlas Mountains, then meandering through various alluring valleys and lush oases, before concluding with rocky uplands and the awe-inspiring sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. A never-ending array of sights ensures a continual engagement, with the remarkable transformations of the terrain providing further fascination.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
