Shared 3 Days Desert Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga – Experience the beauty of the Moroccan Sahara by stepping out on this incredible adventure. Enjoy a Bedouin camp experience, ride camels, and discover the exciting Todgha Gorges.
Explore the Erg Chebbi dunes and witness both sunset and sunrise. Along the way, we make stops at beautiful spots including Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Kasbah, and Ouarzazate, the Gateway to the Sahara.
🏰 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site that has served as a backdrop for Hollywood epics and fashion magazine photo shoots.
🐪 Authentic Desert Experience
At the desert camp, local nomads will serenade you with Tam Tam drums. You can choose to upgrade to a luxurious desert camp with opulent amenities or opt for the optional sunrise experience.
Open your arms to the nomadic Amazigh life scents and surround your senses with oases, canyons, and sand dunes. Feed your hungry eyes as you cut across the High Atlas Mountains and the vertebrae pass of Tizi N’tichka.
Pricing – Price per Person (€):
| Tour Type | Price | Special Offers |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Group Tour | €115 | Group discounts available |
| Private Tour | Contact us | Customizable itinerary |
🎉 Multi-Day Adventure Value!
This 3-day tour offers incredible value with accommodation, meals, camel rides, and professional guidance all included. Experience the complete Moroccan desert adventure!
Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Pickup Location: Marrakech city center hotel or closest car accessible point to your riad
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Languages: English, French
Included:
- Pick up from your Marrakech city center hotel (or closest car accessible point to your riad)
- A/C modern minibus driven by English/French speaking driver/guide (Maximum 17 passengers)
- First night at riad or kasbah in Dades, Qelaa Mgouna or Tinghir, including dinner and breakfast
- Sunset camel ride in Erg Chebbi
- Comfortable tent at our Sahara desert camp
- Overnight at nomad’s desert camp in Erg Chebbi in private standard tent with dinner and breakfast
- Sandboarding activity
- Sunrise camel ride in Erg Chebbi
- Tam Tam drum entertainment by local nomads
Excluded:
- Beverages and lunches on the way
- Optional local guide in Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (€3 per person)
- Personal expenses and tips
- Luxury camp upgrade (if not selected)
- Travel insurance
You leave in the early hours of the morning from your hotel in Marrakech and travel through the High Atlas Mountains, passing through a variety of Berber villages. The destination is Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its fortified village and Kasbah.
Fashion magazine photo shoots and Hollywood epics have made use of this spot as a backdrop. After exploring the village and its Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (guided walking tour – optional) or on your own, enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant.
Then drive on to Boumalne Dades via Ouarzazate, which is also referred to as the Gateway to the Sahara. Take in the stunning drive to Dades, Qelaa Mgouna or Tinghir, which ends with dinner and an overnight stay.
Go to the impressive Todgha Gorges after breakfast by departing from your hotel. Devote some free time exploring the canyons and stopping by a neighborhood café for lunch.
Head towards Merzouga where your camel caravan awaits you. Ride a camelback through the Erg Chebbi dunes and see how the dusk changes color as the sun sets. Make your way to your desert camp in time for a traditional Moroccan meal served in the camp.
You will be entertained by nomads from the locale who will perform a Tam Tam drum performance. Savor dinner and spend the night under the stars in your private tent.
A driver will be waiting to take you back to Marrakech after an early wake-up to catch an optional sunrise. Experience the magical desert sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes – a truly unforgettable moment.
Midway through the journey, stop for lunch in Ouarzazate before arriving back to Marrakech. The drive typically takes 5 to 6 hours, not including food and rest stops.
Standard Desert Camp
Comfortable tent at our Sahara desert camp with private standard tent accommodation. Basic facilities with shared bathroom areas. Includes traditional Moroccan dinner and breakfast. Perfect for authentic desert experience.
Luxury Desert Camp (Upgrade Available)
Think about adding this optional extra to your experience for an even better adventure. This upgrade comes with a five-star tent that is opulent and has an ensuite shower and bathroom facilities. Enhanced dining experience with premium amenities.
Note: Each person should reserve one of these upgrades separately.
Essential Items:
- Comfortable walking shoes for exploring kasbahs and gorges
- Sunglasses and sunscreen for desert protection
- Light, breathable clothing for daytime
- Warm layers for cool desert nights
- Camera to capture the stunning landscapes
- Personal water bottle
- Cash for optional activities and personal expenses
Seasonal Recommendations:
- Spring/Fall: Light layers, comfortable walking shoes, light jacket for evenings
- Winter: Warm layers essential for cold desert nights, comfortable day clothing
- Summer: Light, breathable clothing, extra sun protection, plenty of water
Transportation Options to Merzouga: You can arrive by minibus (included), taxi, or flying to nearby airports.
Duration: Multi day (3 Days / 2 Nights)
Languages Available:
- English
- Français (French)
Group Size: Small shared groups with maximum 17 participants
Transportation: Modern air-conditioned minibus
Driver/Guide: English/French speaking professional
The drive typically takes 5 to 6 hours, not including food and rest stops.
Standard: Comfortable tent with private accommodation, shared bathroom facilities, traditional meals.
Luxury: Five-star tent with ensuite shower and bathroom facilities, enhanced dining experience, premium amenities.
You will return to Marrakech in the evening, typically around 6-7 PM, depending on stops and traffic.
Vegetarian and vegan meal options are available. Please inform us at the time of booking so we can accommodate your dietary requirements.
Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, layered clothing for temperature changes, camera, and personal water bottle.
You’ll spend one full night in the Merzouga desert camp, including sunset camel ride, overnight stay, and optional sunrise experience.
Merzouga offers the authentic Erg Chebbi dunes experience with higher dunes and more dramatic desert landscapes. It’s further but provides the classic Sahara experience.
Camel rides at sunset and sunrise, sandboarding, Tam Tam drum entertainment, visits to Ait Ben Haddou and Todgha Gorges, and traditional Moroccan meals.
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