Discover the magic of the Sahara desert by signing up for the 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour.
Get inspired by the immense beauty of the varied landscapes & natural resources. Discover the peace of mind & the prevailing tranquility in the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi. This private & well-designed 3 days desert trip from Marrakech to Merzouga is meant to enable you to absorb the “Berber” Amazigh culture & the nomadic lifestyle. En route, you’ll explore the Kasbahs and learn about the history of the southern part of Morocco.
Enjoy the beauty of the canyons, valleys, varied landscapes, and much more. Have a camel journey in the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi & spend the night in a private tent or under the stars.
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Itinerary of the 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour
Most of our tour itineraries & packages are private as we aim to clear the ground for purely cultural experiences while maintaining the delivery of personal service. However, we may take shared bookings on some occasions when the group (maximum 8) is already set. The featured price can change based on the number of passengers & the category of the desert camp.
Day 1 – Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Benhaddou – Skoura – Dades Valley
After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, your private driver/guide will pick you up for a lifetime journey down to the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi. This private 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert includes driving through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 meters). Beautiful “Berber” Villages built in adobe & stones can be seen from afar on the very edge of the mountains offering ideal opportunities for nice shots. You may include a short break by the woman Argan Cooperative to learn about the traditional methods used to extract oil from Argan seeds.
Explore the majestic Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with its numerous Kasbahs (fortresses) built to provide shelter. After lunch, you’ll continue on the track further south with a visit to one of the oldest Kasbahs in Morocco, the Amredil Kasbah which is located in Skoura. Drive through the Valley of Roses before reaching our final destination for today in Dades Valley.
- Overnight accommodation in Babylon, Xaluca Dades, or similar – Dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 2 – Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga
After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, you’ll continue on the track further south with a visit to the gorgeous Todra Gorge (canyons). You’ll have a nice walk to enjoy the views and appreciate the warmth of the locals. Get onto the road once again with a drive through Erfoud to the dunes of Erg Chebbi standing like an ocean. Have a camel ride journey to attend the miraculous view of the sunset, have a nice dinner, and spend the night in the desert camp in your private tent or under the stars.
- Overnight accommodation in a deluxe desert camp – dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 3 – Merzouga – Alnif – Nkob – Marrakech
Early wake up in the morning, attend the panoramic view of the sunrise atop the sand dunes. Enjoy your breakfast followed by a refreshing shower before heading back to Marrakech through the palm oases of Nkob and Ouarzazate. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening & we’ll make sure to drop you off at your hotel/Riad.
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Important Information about the 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour
Price Includes
- A/C & well-maintained 4WD driven by an expert English-speaking driver/guide.
- Pick up from your Marrakech hotel/Riad/Villa
- The first night at Hotel Babylon, Ksar Sultan, Xaluca Dades, or similar (private A/C ensuite room with dinner and breakfast).
- Camel ride journey for the sunset.
- Overnight in the Sahara Desert camp in Erg Chebbi (private ensuite tent) with dinner & breakfast are included.
- Local taxes
- Drop off at your Marrakech accommodation or in the closest accessible location if we can’t do it by car as we’ll make sure you get there safely by prior arrangement.
Price Excludes
- Beverages including water.
- Entrance fees to sites and places of attractions
- Lunches on the way
- Tips when appropriate.
Terms & Conditions
Prices are “from”, per person, based on at least 2 adults sharing, and include all taxes. Prices can change based on the number of passengers sharing & the quality of accommodation. Subject to availability. 2 nights accommodation in Dades Valley & in the desert camp in Erg Chebbi with dinner and breakfast.
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