3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour: Atlas Mountains and Saharan Dunes from Marrakech

Journey from Marrakech, taking the lively thousand kasbahs route, traversing the lofty Atlas Mountains, and navigating through lush valleys and oases. Discover towering, stone-laden gorges and breathtaking sunsets amid the sandy dunes of the Sahara desert.

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Marrakech | Tzi Tichka | Ait ben Haddou | Dades Valley

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Known as Ait Ben Hadu in Tamazight: ⴰⵢⵜ ⵃⴰⴷⴷⵓ, Ath Benhadu; this is a “fortified city” or ksar. It is situated in the province of Ouarzazate, within the Draa-Tafilalet region of Morocco, and extends along the Ounila River.

Morocco - The Dadès Gorge is a significant ravine or gorge in Morocco, located in the High Atlas, within the upper valley of the Dadès River, between the towns of Boumalne Dadès and Msemrir. It is a well-known tourist attraction.

High Atlas Mountains - Tizi n’Tichka, also known as Tichka Heights, is the highest road pass in North Africa, standing at 2,260 meters. The name of the pass is derived from several Tamazight words and translates to “difficult mountain pass.” It connects the southeast of Marrakech with the city of Ouarzazate through the Atlas Mountains.

Ait Ben Haddou - Known as Ait Ben Hadu in Tamazight: ⴰⵢⵜ ⵃⴰⴷⴷⵓ, Ath Benhadu; this is a “fortified city” or ksar. It is situated in the province of Ouarzazate, within the Draa-Tafilalet region of Morocco, and extends along the Ounila River.

Dades Gorges|Tinghir |Toudra Gorges | Merzouga

Gargantas del Todra - Erfud is a city located in an oasis of the Sahara desert, within the Draa-Tafilalet region of Morocco.

Erfoud - Erfud is a city located in an oasis of the Sahara desert, within the Draa-Tafilalet region of Morocco.

Merzouga Desert - Known as the pearl of the Sahara desert in Morocco, this is a true gem that attracts tourists from around the globe. It is a small town in the southeast of Morocco, approximately 35 km from Rissani, about 45 km from Erfoud, and roughly 20 km from the Algerian border.

Here, we will leave the car to ride dromedaries and explore the dunes.

Merzouga | Ouarzazate | Marrakech

Ouarzazate - Ouarzazate will be the main stop on our return to Marrakech. We will take advantage of this stop to visit the Kasbah Taourit and have lunch (meal not included).

What's Included
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Surcharges on fuel
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking
Location
Hôtel Restaurant Café de France
Rue des Banques
We will pick you up at the door of this place.
Cancellation Policy

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

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