3 Days and 2 Nights Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
Overview
3 Days and 2 Nights Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech to Dades Valley
Depart from Marrakech in the morning, crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass. Enjoy scenic stops for photos and a visit to an argan oil cooperative. Continue to Aït Ben Haddou for a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its cinematic history. After lunch, travel through Ouarzazate and the Rose Valley, reaching the Dades Valley by evening. Check into your hotel, where dinner and breakfast are provided.
Day 2: Dades Valley to Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, explore the stunning rock formations of Dades Valley, including the “Monkey Fingers.” Head to Tinghir and visit the Todra Gorges, known for their dramatic cliffs and refreshing river. Continue the journey through scenic desert landscapes, arriving at Merzouga in the late afternoon. Embark on a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoying a beautiful sunset before arriving at your camp. Experience traditional Moroccan hospitality with a delicious dinner, live music, and storytelling under the stars.
Day 3: Merzouga to Marrakech
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast at the camp, return to Merzouga village by camel . Begin your drive back to Marrakech, passing through Tinghir, Erfoud, and Ouarzazate. Enjoy stops every two hours for rest and photos before arriving in Marrakech in the evening.
This tour offers an unforgettable mix of breathtaking landscapes, cultural experiences, and desert adventure.
Inclusions
- Comfortable vehicle with an English-speaking driver or guide.
- One-night accommodation in a hotel in Dades or tinghir with dinner and breakfast.
- One-night accommodation in a desert camp (standard or luxury) with dinner and breakfast.
- Camel ride through the dunes at Merzouga.
- Sandboarding activity.
Prices
- 100 Euros per person: Includes standard camp accommodation.
- 150 Euros per person: Includes luxury camp accommodation with private shower and bathroom.