3-Day Tour From Marrakech to Merzouga Dunes

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3 days

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Embark on a breathtaking 3-day journey from Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains, Ait Ben Haddou, and Ouarzazate to the majestic Dades Valley and Sahara Desert. Ride camels at sunset, sleep under the stars in a Berber camp, and explore ancient kasbahs and gorges. An unforgettable Moroccan adventure!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Day 1

Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

Accommodations

Hotel

Food and Drinks

DINNER

Dinner

Marrakech

Departure at 7:00 AM from Marrakech. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and enjoy its panoramic mountain views. Visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and have lunch there (not included). Continue to Ouarzazate to explore the Cinema Studios and Taourirt Kasbah. Drive through the Dades Valley, known for its stunning rock formations. Dinner and overnight stay at a hotel in Dades Valley (✅ Dinner & breakfast included).

Admission Not Applicable

Tizi N' Test

High Atlas Mountains and ascend to Tizi n’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters above sea level. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of rugged peaks, traditional Berber villages, and winding mountain roads—an unforgettable start to your Moroccan adventure.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Ait Ben Haddou

Explore the historic Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This iconic mud-brick ksar has been featured in numerous films and offers a glimpse into traditional Moroccan architecture and Berber culture. A must-see on your journey through Morocco.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Ouarzazate

Visit Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Morocco,” to see Kasbah Taourirt and the famous film studios from the outside. Then, drive along the scenic “Road of 1,000 Kasbahs”, passing dramatic landscapes and historic fortified villages.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Day 2

Day 2: Dades Gorge – Todgha Gorge – Tinejdad – Touroug – Merzouga Desert

Accommodations

desert camp

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

DINNER

Dinner

Dades Gorges

After breakfast, visit the Dades Gorge and the famous “Monkey Fingers” rock formations. Continue to the spectacular Todgha Gorge with a local guide to explore the canyon and valley. Stop for lunch in Tinejdad (❌ not included). Visit Touroug village, where you can try traditional Berber outfits. Arrive in the Sahara Desert (Merzouga) and enjoy a 1-hour camel ride to your desert camp. Dinner, Berber music show under the stars, and overnight in a luxury or standard desert camp (✅ Dinner & breakfast included).

Admission Not Applicable

Todra Gorge

Head to the Todra Gorge, one of Morocco’s most spectacular canyons, and enjoy a short walk inside the dramatic rock walls. Stop for lunch on site before continuing your journey through the region.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Tinejdad

Visit Tinejdad, a charming oasis town, and continue to Touroug, a traditional Berber village. Experience local culture, see Berber architecture, and take photos of the picturesque landscapes along the way.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Merzouga

Arrive in Merzouga and embark on a camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi to your desert camp. Enjoy a stunning sunset, traditional Berber dinner, and a live music show under the stars. Overnight stay in the desert camp.

Admission Not Applicable

Day 3

Day 3: Merzouga – Sunrise – Return to Marrakech

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Merzouga

Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes. Enjoy breakfast, then take a camel ride back to the starting point. Departure back to Marrakech, arriving in the evening.

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Camel

Desert Camp

Hotel

lunch

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