Marrakech Desert Tour: Explore Merzouga and Draa Valley

Embark on a 4-day Moroccan desert adventure from Marrakech. Witness stunning sunrises, explore ancient capitals, and traverse the majestic Anti-Atlas mountains.

Duration: 4 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Marrakech-Tizi n Tichka-Ait Ben Haddou-Ouarzazate-Dades valley

High Atlas Mountains - Pick up from your hotel in the morning and departure to Ouarzazate through the snake of tizi N tichka (2260 M). The journey includes superb views of lush valleys and enthralling remote Berber villages. Along the High Atlas Mountains, stop for lovely pictures along the narrow way leading to Ait Ben Haddou village. 

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - This village is known for the ancient Kasbah called Ait Ben Haddou. This site was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO and was prestigious for many movies that have been shot in that place, like The Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and The Jewel of the Nile. After lunch, you’ll be moved across Ouarzazate, a city for the cinema industry, where you’ll see the movie Studio, which is called Studio Atlas. Transfer via the palm groves of Skoura town and arrive at the town of Kalaa Mgouna.A lush valley is known for the villagers harvesting damaskina roses to make rose water. After a stop, you’ll be driving along the valley of Dades.

Dades Gorges - You’ll be driving along the valley of Dades, enjoying the nice rock formation and lush valley amid the desert. Spend your first night in a hotel in the valley of Dadaes. Accommodation is at RIAD GABSI DE DADES ( or similar) , or you’ll be driving along the valley of Dades, enjoying the nice rock formation and lush valley amid the desert. Spend your first night in a hotel in the valley of Dadaes. Accommodation at RIAD GABSI DE DADES ( OR SIMILAR)

Dades valley-Todgha gorges-Merzouga Erg Chebbi

Todgha Gorge - Called the road of the Thousand Kasbah, crossing a dozen villages. Arrival to Tinghir, famous for its silver jewelry and the majestic Todgha gorges. We take a twenty-minute walk to enjoy the fresh air and breakfast at the hotel. Set off from the desert sahara of Erg Chebbi. You’ll be driven on the road with a stunning view of the palm groves that stretch along the Todgha River.

Merzouga Desert - after Toudgha Gorges, Continuation via Tinjdad to Erfoud, famous for many types of fossils, along the way we visit the sub-ground water old system of oases irrigation. After lunch, we drive to Merzouga through Rissani. You change the car with friendly camels to spend the night under a nomad traditional wool tent. Enjoy your chicken Tajine dish and music in the heart of the Sahara desert. Enjoy the silence of the Shara, gaze at the stars, and have a lovely night under the tent. Stay at the SAHARA STAR CAMP (or similar)

Merzouga-Rissani-Alnif-Nekoub-Draa Valley-agdez

Draa Valley - Wake up early for the camel sunrise rides. Then breakfast and departure to cross Tafilalet and the mineral immensity of the Bougafer massif in order to reach Alnif and Tazzarine. After lunch, you continue your journey to N’kob, then through the superb Draa Valley to arrive at the Agdz oasis. Dinner and overnight in a guest house in the palm grove.

Agdez-Marrakech

Marrakech-Safi - After breakfast, we depart for Ouarzazate. We visit the Kasbah of Tourirt, a beautiful 17th-century Glaoui Kasbah, and we take pictures of the Studio of Cinema. We depart for Marrakech, taking the scenic road to the Telouet valley. Enjoy the farms along the Ounila valley and the main road of Tizi n Tichka. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening and drop off at your hotel o at the nearest End of our services.

What's Included
  • 1 night in hotel Riad Gabsi De DADES (or similar)
  • 1 night in DAR AMAZIR (or similar)
  • Dinner
  • A comfortable vehicle with a professional licensed driver (fuel included)
  • Breakfast
  • Camel rides for both sunset & sunrise (1 camel each)
  • 1 night in SAHARA STAR CAMP (or similar)
What's Not Included
  • lunch
  • drinks
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, Ait Ben Haddou 45122 Morocco - Admission fee:Euro 3
Additional Information

Head to the south of Morocco where the horizon has no limits! This tour starts from Marrakech and continues to the Desert of Morocco for 4 days and 3 nights. Wake early to watch the impressive sunrise. Then head back to the departure place after freshening up and have breakfast in the camp. Continue our 4-day Marrakech desert tour to Merzouga. Depart towards the Palm grove of Tafilalet and the town of Rissani, where the Alaouite Dynasty originated. Explore the ancient capital of the Alaouite Sultans before continuing to the village of Alnif, where we will take the road that crosses the Jbel Saghro Anti-Atlas chain. Notice the greyish-black mountains of different and remarkable shapes as you continue to the main Berber village of Tazzarine and N’kob and then drive into the Draa Valley with its rows of stately palms.

Location
Hôtel Restaurant Café de France
Rue des Banques
I will be waiting holding a sign with the customer's name
Cancellation Policy

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

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Ismail
Jul 1, 2024
Excellent experience in Merzouga - It was really an unforgettable experience with Rachid the Berber Travel Agency Manager , we made the 4 day trip to Merzouga 🐪🏜️le true Sahara desert with friends , we passed through Berber villages and mountains the driver, guide , and all the team takes care of you , they are super friendly and kind , I highly recommend 🤍🤍
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Sarah
May 5, 2024
Thank you Ari. Wish you all the best - We are so lucky to have Ari as our private driver. He introduced history, culture of Berber which is total new to us. We also got to know his hometown. Driving from Marrakech to desert is such a long way but Ari made our trip full of fun. Thanks to Ari, the trip in Morocco left us a great memory.
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Haydenw815
Apr 8, 2024
Ali the best driver - On my visit to Morocco, the group and I had the pleasure of Ali being our driver to and from the desert. He was so warm and friendly and really gave us an experience of a lifetime seeing his home country! He genuinely added so much to the trip and it wouldn’t have been the same without him! He really is a lovely man and so easy to get alone with. Truly made a friend for life in Ali, but what a guy! Miss you loads brother!
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Jasminelo5415ob
Apr 8, 2024
Morrison Retreat 2024 - The trip was absolutely fantastic! Would highly recommend going with ‘Berber Travel’. The journey was excellent and the music choice was great during our journey. Ali made sure we got to the desert safely and was very friendly too. Absolutely brilliant. Truly was a trip of a lifetime. Thank you!
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333tazmine
Apr 8, 2024
Great experience - Ali was our driver and he was brilliant! He played any music we wanted and constantly made sure we were safe throughout the journey. His English is impeccable and he’s very friendly 🙌 . On top of this when we were in the desert he surprised us with his fantastic drumming skills!
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Voyage16906617015
Apr 4, 2024
Exciting tour - Great experience. Breathtaking tour to wonderful places. Super organized and led by a friendly and very competent tour guide. I would do it again anytime!
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V3185lbnataliag
Apr 4, 2024
sahara desert - One of the best trips of my life, I didn’t expect it to be so beautiful and powerful! Great view of the desert, special thanks to our nice driver Yusuf and the guide who helped us in everything in the world.
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Maryamt2021
Apr 3, 2024
The best 4 day trip in morocco - An unforgettable experience! My sister and I embarked on a 4-day private tour from Marrakech, and it exceeded all expectations. Safety was paramount, and as female travelers, we felt completely secure throughout our journey. The guides were knowledgeable, attentive, and ensured we soaked in every moment of Morocco's beauty. The accommodations arranged by the company were top-notch, and the staff, particularly Steffi, were incredibly friendly, making us feel right at home. From start to finish, this tour was nothing short of extraordinary. Five stars all the way!
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Luxurydrive22
Apr 1, 2024
Best experience - Best experience and services. Everything was fantastic we thanks everyone for the good services during our stay in Morocco 🇲🇦
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