This 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga dunes is a perfect way to experience the beauty of southern Morocco. The tour takes you through the breathtaking Atlas Mountains, scenic valleys and gorges, and the stunning Sahara desert.

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Gorges

Your tour starts with a pick-up from your accommodation in Marrakech at 08:30 and a scenic drive to the Tizi-n-Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains. You will stop to admire the panoramic views and capture pictures. Then, continue your journey through the Draa Valley, skirting the Atlas Mountains and passing through Berber villages. You will visit Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified kasbah listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Then, head to Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of North Africa, for lunch. Afterwards drive along the Valley of Roses to arrive at the hotel in the Dades Gorges, where you will spend the night.

Day 2: Dades Gorges – Tinghir – Todra Gorges – Merzouga

After breakfast depart the hotel towards Merzouga. Along the way, you will visit Tinghir and take a walk in the Todra Gorges, famous for rock climbers. After lunch, you will continue to Erfoud, the capital of fossils in Morocco, and visit its workshop production and fossils. Then, head to the dunes of Erg Chebbi, where you will ride camels and watch a glorious sunset as you trek through the sandy landscape. Finally, arrive at the campsite for dinner and experience the magic of the Sahara Desert.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – N’Kob – Draa Valley – Marrakech

On the last day, you will wake up early to watch the sunrise climb the sand dunes. After breakfast, your return journey will start by going along the ancient caravan route to the village of Rissani, which is the origin of the Alawite dynasty and the birthplace of Morocco’s current king. Then, continue to the Draa Valley, where you will stop for lunch. Finally, cross the High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Marrakech in the late afternoon, where your journey comes to an end.

Conclusion

Experiencing the Sahara desert on 3-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga is an unforgettable adventure that you will always cherish. The breathtaking views, the welcoming locals, and the exciting camel trek all come together to provide a once in a lifetime experience.

What is included

-Accommodation in a Hotel or riad in dades

-Dinner

-Breakfast

-Accommodation in the desert Luxury camp in Merzouga

-Dinner

-Breakfast

-Camel ride in the sunset and sunrise (One Camel each)

-Transport in a private  air-conditioned (fuel included).

-Sandboarding

-Entrance – Merzouga Desert

What is not included

-Lunches and drinks

-Tips and freebies

-extras

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