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3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech

3 Days / 2 Nights Private A/C Vehicle Private & Group
4.9 Traveler reviews
Overview

Embark on the ultimate Moroccan road trip with this unforgettable 3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech, one of the best Sahara desert experiences for travelers who want adventure, culture, kasbahs, valleys, camel trekking, and a magical night under the stars. This Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour takes you across the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass, through traditional Berber villages, ancient kasbahs, Ouarzazate, Dades Valley, Todra Gorges, and the majestic golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. During this 3 days desert tour from Marrakech, you will explore the famous UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, enjoy breathtaking landscapes in the Valley of Roses and Dades Gorges, walk inside the impressive Todra Gorges, and ride camels into the Sahara Desert at sunset. Spend one night in Dades Valley and one night in a Merzouga desert camp, with accommodation based on your chosen comfort tier: Standard, Medium, Luxury, or Top Luxury. This Merzouga desert trip from Marrakech includes transport, hotel pickup, 1 night in Dades Valley, 1 night in Merzouga Desert Camp, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, and camel trek at sunset and sunrise, making it perfect for couples, families, friends, and travelers looking for an authentic Morocco desert adventure.

Ouzoud Waterfalls Group Day Trip Ouzoud Itinerary

Day 1 Marrakech to Dades Valley via Ait Ben Haddou

Start your 3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech with pickup from your Marrakech accommodation at around 07:30 AM. Travel across the High Atlas Mountains through the famous Tizi n'Tichka Pass, reaching around 2,260 meters above sea level, with beautiful panoramic stops along the way. Continue toward the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its traditional mud-brick architecture and cinematic history. After visiting the kasbah and passing through Ouarzazate, continue through the Valley of Roses toward the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight stay in your selected accommodation tier in the Dades Gorges area.

Day 2 Dades Valley to Merzouga Desert via Todra Gorges

After breakfast, continue your Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour toward the Sahara Desert. Travel through beautiful valleys, palm groves, Berber villages, and desert landscapes before stopping at the magnificent Todra Gorges, famous for its towering canyon walls reaching up to 300 meters high. Enjoy time to walk inside the gorge and take photos before continuing toward Erfoud and Merzouga. Upon arrival at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes, meet your camel team and enjoy a scenic sunset camel trek in Merzouga Desert across the golden dunes. Arrive at your desert camp, enjoy dinner, live Berber music around the campfire, and spend a magical night under the Sahara stars.

Day 3 Merzouga Desert to Marrakech via Rissani and Ouarzazate

Wake up early to watch a breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara Desert dunes, then enjoy breakfast at the camp. Return to Merzouga by camel or 4x4, depending on the camp arrangement, before starting the long scenic journey back to Marrakech. Travel through Rissani, desert roads, valleys, and Ouarzazate, with stops along the way for rest and photos. Cross the High Atlas Mountains again and arrive in Marrakech in the evening around 07:30 PM. Drop-off will be at your hotel or closest accessible riad point, ending your unforgettable 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.

Trip details

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Key details
Duration3 Days / 2 Nights
DistanceMarrakech to Merzouga Desert and back
TransportPrivate A/C Vehicle
Group SizePrivate & Group
Price FromOn Request
LocationMarrakech

What is included

Included

Pickup and drop-off from your hotel or closest accessible riad point in Marrakech
Modern air-conditioned vehicle
Professional English and French-speaking driver
1 night accommodation in Dades Valley based on your chosen tier
1 night accommodation in Merzouga Desert Camp based on your chosen tier
2 breakfasts
2 dinners
Camel trek at sunset and sunrise
Transport insurance
Professional liability insurance
Quality and reliable service

Not Included

Lunches and drinks
Local guide inside Ait Ben Haddou, optional
Entrance tickets to monuments or museums
Personal expenses
Tips
Extra activities not mentioned in the program

Highlights – Ouzoud Waterfalls Group Day Trip Ouzoud

Merzouga Desert
Erg Chebbi
Camel Trek
Sahara Camp
Ait Ben Haddou
Atlas Mountains

Questions before booking – Ouzoud Waterfalls Group Day Trip Ouzoud

The tour lasts 3 days and 2 nights, starting from Marrakech and returning to Marrakech on the evening of the third day.
This 3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech can be booked as a shared group tour or as a private desert tour on request.
You can choose between Standard, Medium, Luxury, and Top Luxury accommodation. Both nights, in Dades Valley and Merzouga Desert Camp, will match your selected tier.
Yes, the camel trek in Merzouga Desert at sunset and sunrise is included in the tour.
Yes, 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included. Lunches and drinks are not included.

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