3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech

Overview:

Embark on an exhilarating 3-day safari tour from Marrakech to the Merzouga Desert. Experience the stunning landscapes of Morocco, spend a night at a Bedouin camp in the Erg Chebbi dunes, and enjoy camel rides at sunset and sunrise. Discover the historical Kasbah of Ouarzazate and much more.

Day 1: Marrakech to Todra Gorge via Kasbah Ait Benhaddou

Your journey begins in Marrakech, traveling through the High Atlas Mountains and passing through quaint Berber villages. The first major stop is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, an ancient fortress town renowned for its traditional Moroccan architecture and its use as a backdrop for many Hollywood films. After a guided tour of the kasbah, you will continue your journey to Todra Gorge. This spectacular natural wonder, with its towering canyon walls that rise up to 300 meters, provides a breathtaking backdrop for hiking, climbing, and sightseeing.

• Accommodation: Kasbah Stay
• Meals included: Lunch & Dinner
• Activities included: Guided tour of Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, Visit the Todra Gorge

Day 2: Tinghir to Merzouga Desert Camp

Depart from Tinghir and journey through the Moroccan Sahara Desert towards Merzouga and the Erg Chebbi dunes. The drive offers spectacular landscapes, including barren mountains, lush palm groves, and vast golden sand dunes. You’ll pass through charming Berber villages and experience the warm hospitality of the local people. Upon arrival in Merzouga, embark on a camel trek into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes to witness a stunning sunset over the Sahara. Enjoy a Moroccan dinner under the stars next to a campfire, and late at night, revel in Berber music played by local hosts.

• Accommodation: Private Standard Tent
• Meals included: Dinner
• Activities included: Visit Erfoud, Camel trek into the dunes

Day 3: Merzouga to Marrakech via Ouarzazate

Rise early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, if you choose, before enjoying breakfast. Your driver will then transfer you back to Marrakech through the Ouarzazate region, known for its film studios and desert landscapes. Enjoy a stop for lunch at a local restaurant before reaching your original departure point or Djemaa El Fna square around 20:00.

• Meals included: Breakfast
• Activities included: Dunes Surf

Tour Details

• Start: Marrakech
• Finish: Marrakech
• Inclusions:
  • 1 night in a Kasbah
  • 1 night in a Berber desert tent
  • Half board (Dinner & Breakfast)
  • Transportation in a comfortable A/C Minibus
  • Free Hotel/Riad pick-up and drop-off
  • Professional driver
  • Visit to Kasbah Ait Benhaddou
  • Camel trek to the desert camp
• Exclusions:
  • Monuments entrance fees
  • Local guide

This 3-day safari tour offers an immersive experience of the Moroccan Sahara Desert, combining cultural insights, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable desert adventures.