Tour Details

Escape the vibrant city of Marrakech and discover the magic of the Sahara Desert on this unforgettable 3-day journey to Merzouga. Travel through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, wander through dramatic canyons, and experience a traditional camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Spend a magical night in a desert camp beneath a sky filled with stars, enjoy authentic Moroccan cuisine, and listen to traditional Berber music around the campfire. This tour combines spectacular landscapes, cultural discovery, and unforgettable desert experiences.

Departure:

Pickup is available from: Hotels in Marrakech • Riads inside the Medina (or nearest accessible point) Pickup time: 08:00 AM

Destination:

Sahara Desert Tour Merzouga

Tour Plan

Start and end in Marrakech! With the Discovery tour 3 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, you have a 3-day tour package taking you through Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Ait Ben Haddou, Dades Valley, Todgha Gorge, and Merzouga in Morocco. The tour includes accommodation, transportation, an expert driver/guide, camel trekking in the Sahara Desert, and some meals.

Destination

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Your adventure begins with an early departure from Marrakech, crossing the spectacular Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, enjoy panoramic views and traditional Berber villages.

Stop to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site Ait Ben Haddou, one of Morocco’s most famous kasbahs and a popular filming location for many movies.

Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Gateway to the Desert,” before driving through the Valley of Roses toward Dades Valley.

Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel or riad in the valley.

After breakfast, travel through scenic landscapes toward Todgha Gorge, famous for its towering canyon walls and crystal-clear river. Take time to walk through the gorge and enjoy the dramatic views.

Continue your journey through desert landscapes and Berber villages until reaching Merzouga, at the edge of the Erg Chebbi Dunes.

In the afternoon, enjoy a camel trek across the golden sand dunes to reach your desert camp. Watch a magical Sahara sunset before enjoying a traditional Moroccan dinner, Berber music, and a night under the stars in a desert camp.

Wake early to watch the breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara dunes. After breakfast at the camp, ride camels or travel by 4×4 back to Merzouga village.

Begin the journey back toward Marrakech, passing again through desert landscapes, palm groves, and the Atlas Mountains.

Arrival in Marrakech in the evening, marking the end of your unforgettable 3-day Sahara adventure.

Places You’ll See

Ait Ben Haddou

Dades Valley

Camel trekking in the Sahara desert dunes of Merzouga during sunset on a 3-day tour from Marrakech

Merzouga Desert

What's Included

Accommodation

Professional guide

Meals

Transport

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Optional Extras

Quad Biking in the Sahara
Experience the thrill of riding a quad bike across the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi Dunes. This optional activity is available in the afternoon or morning near Merzouga.

Sandboarding Experience
Try sandboarding on the tall dunes of the Sahara Desert. Boards are available at the desert camp for a fun activity on the slopes of Erg Chebbi Dunes.