Private Tour
3 Days Tour From Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
Overview
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72 hours
Mobile ticket
Merzouga is a small town out on the edge of the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi. Merzouga is only 20 km away from Algerian border where the paved road ends and the real Sahara Desert sand dunes begin. Merzouga desert is the most common destination in Morocco for Camel treks and desert camps. To experience the Sahara desert dunes it is a must to take a camel trip and stay overnight in a berber tent or in a luxury camp. The camel trip takes approximately 1 hour through amazing red-orange sand dunes at sunset to reach the sahara desert camp where you will be served wonderful and rich dinner, enjoy a musical play with the staff around blazing fire. But note it is at least a ten hours drive from the erg chebbi dunes to Marrakech. The trip is possible in 3 days however we recommend a slow pace over 4 or 5 days.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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
Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades 330km
Accommodations
hotel la valle
Food and Drinks
DINNER
Dinner
Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou
Pick up at 08am from your Riad or any point of your choice, starting our 3 days and 2 nights Merzouga desert tour from Marrakech, and crossing the TiziN Tichka pass of the High Atlas Mountains(2260m) enjoying the mountainous road and the spectacular Berber villages, to reach the Unseco world heritage site "Ait benhaddou village", the fortified ksar with its beautiful Kasbahs. Ait Benhaddou has served as a natural scenery for many movie producers. You will go on a walk with a local guide crossing the river to the other side to discover The Ksar and climb to the top of the hill through the alleys of Ait-ben-Haddou, which is like rambling through the middle ages for an amazing view on the fertile Ounila river valley, surrounded by desertic landscape, and with the snow capped Atlas mounrtains as a background, the view from the top seems to encompasse the whole world. After Lunch we will continue to Dades Gorge via Ouarzazate and Skoura and the long valley of roses .
Dades Valley - Todra Gorge - Erfoud -Risani -Merzouga 270km
Accommodations
overnight in camp
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
DINNER
Dinner
Vallee Des Roses
Our 3days 2 nights Morocco Desert Tour to Merzouga continues after a traditional Breakfast ,taking the road of 1000 kasbahs drive around the colourful Berber villages of the Dades valley,to get to Tineghir A beautiful valley of 15 km of date palms ending with spectacular Gorges, often used for rock climbing. The road to the Gorge of todghapasses green palmeraies and Berber villages, where we go on a trek along the canyons of about 300m high. Afterwards we will head to Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga Sahara Desert and you will have time for lunch in Tinjdad or Touroug, depending on your hunger-meter.Once you arrive to the dunes of Erg Chebbi, a small offroad takes you to the edge of the golden dunes where camels are waiting for you, the luggage will be loaded in an 4x4car and transported to the camp, and you can enjoy a beautiful camel ride over the sand dunes and watch a majestic sahara sunset on your way to the camp.After reaching your destination,you will be greated with tea and smiles
Merzouga - Alnif - Tazarine - Agdez - Marrakech 567km
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Taourirt Kasbah
An early wake up to enjoy the sunrise over the highest dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga one of the best moments of the desert, afterwards you will have breakfast in the camp, pack and go back either on camels or by 4x4 leaving the dunes behind. Back on the asphalt roads, you will drive to Marrakech through Alnif, Tazarine, Draa valley,Agdez and Ouarazazate. In Ourazazate we will have free time for lunch and a photo stop in front of the famous Taourirt Kasbah. Afterwards we will continue to Marrakech, where your Merzouga desert experience ends. Crossing again the Atlas Mountains and the Berber villages between Ouarzazate and Marrakech. Drop off at your accommodation.
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3 Days Tour From Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Magical Journey Through Morocco—Camel Rides, Ancient Villages & Starry Desert Nights
C5346ZZjamesr,,Mar 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just got back from an lovely 3-day trip from Marrakech to the Merzouga Desert, and wow—what an experience! The drive through the Atlas Mountains and Berber villages was stunning, but the stop at Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou really blew me away. This 1,000-year-old village feels like something straight out of a movie (probably because it actually has been in a few!). Wandering through its ancient alleys was like stepping back in time. And then there was the camel ride into the desert—such a peaceful and beautiful experience. The dunes were so quiet and still. And watching the sunset deep in the desert was pure magic. The desert camp was very fun—great food, and music around the fire. Huge shoutout to our guides, who made the whole trip fun, easy, and unforgettable.
Safe way to travel to the desert from Marrakech
PeterJ1046,,Jan 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very safe way to travel to the desert and see the Moroccan countryside. Our main guide and driver were great. Plenty of stops to stretch along the way.
Gorgeous group tour
Meander35211118291,,Jan 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were a family group of 9 and were looked after so we'll. The minibus was clean and almost new, the driver and guide were kind, helpful and responsive. We stopped in beautiful places. The night in the desert was magical. Highly recommended.
Wholesome experience!
E8786YMandreav,,Dec 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my friends embarked on a private tour which turned out to be wholesome. Our driver, Abdul, met us in the morning with the greatest smile on his face and proved to be an amazing guide and friend. Abdel was also an incredible guide when he joined us at the canyon. They both explained us all about Morocco and were truly an added value to the tour. The stops were breathtaking, and the landscape got more beautiful at every turn. The camel ride was incredibly fun and entertaining, and the Sahara dunes were unreal. The stays were very comfortable, both the hotel and the camping, and dinner/breakfasts were excellent. I had mentioned that it was my birthday and the guys prepared me a birthday cake, singing and dancing around the campfire. That was an unbelievable surprise which I would have never expected and it really made the day even more special. I think this also shows how kind and thoughtful the whole team is and the care they put in organising this experience. The drive back was also enjoyable, as we made multiple stops and could once again appreciate the beauty of Moroccan landscapes. Overall, this was truly an unforgettable experience that we will always cherish!
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