3 - Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour

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About this activity

Embark on an unforgettable 3 - day adventure from Marrakech to the Merzouga Desert, where the magic of Morocco truly comes alive. This journey takes you from the vibrant streets of Marrakech, across the majestic High Atlas Mountains, to the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert.

Travel through scenic landscapes and ancient Berber villages as you cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, visit the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (a UNESCO World Heritage site), and explore the cinematic town of Ouarzazate. Continue through the Dades Valley and the spectacular Todgha Gorges, carved by the power of nature.

By sunset, arrive in Merzouga, where your camel awaits to carry you across the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the sands before spending a magical night in a luxury desert camp, complete with traditional music, delicious Moroccan cuisine, and stargazing under the vast Sahara sky.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: Arabic, English, French, Spanish
Guide: Arabic, English, French, Spanish
Written guide: Arabic, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Morocco Vibes Travel

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 1 night in a desert camp (Merzouga)
Included: Sandboarding (upon request)
Included: Camel trek in Erg Chebbi dunes
Included: Dinner
Included: Breakfast
Included: Private or shared air-conditioned transport
Included: 1 night in a riad/hotel (Rose valley or Tinghrir)
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Marrakech
Included: English/English/Spanish-speaking driver-Guide

Not included

Not included: Lunches & drinks
Not included: The Guide of kasbah Ait ben haddou
Not included: Personal expenses and tips (option)

Itinerary

Day 1 · MARRAKESH - TIZI-N TISHKA - AIT BIN HADDOU - OUARZAZATE - DADES VALLEY - TINGHIR

Jemaa el-Fnaa

30 min

At 8 o'clock in the morning after meeting your driver, you will leave Marrakech from Jamaa El Fnaa squire to reach Ouarzazate crossing the High Atlas Tizi n'Tichka pass (2260m Att).
Tizi n Tichka

15 min Admission included

Stop for photography at the top of Atlas mountains Tizi n Tichka, before you continue to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou

2 hours Admission included

Ait Ben Haddou is the first major stop today for sightseeing The Berber fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou is a UNESCO listed landmark and is also known as a set for major Hollywood epics, here are a few of movies that used the village for shooting : the Kingdom of Heaven, Lawrence of Arabia, and Gladiator. Cross the river separating the Kasbah from the main road and explore the village at leisure
Ouarzazate

10 min

Photography Stope view of Atlas studios.
Valley of the Roses

15 min

Short break for photography and view of roses valley rose picking begins in April and 3 days festival in the first week in May, cosmetics product made by roses oil are available in the associations,
Boumalne Dades

10 min

Short break for coffee and traditional tea,
Stop 7

8 hours

Panoramic view in Dades

Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner; notify your driver of dietary needs before arriving at the hotel.

Half board hotel in Tinghir private room

Day 2 · TINGHIR - TUDRA GORGES - TINEJDAD - ERFOUD - MERZOUGA

Todra Gorge

one hour Admission included

In the morning after breakfast, departure to visit the gorges and the grove of Todgha
Erfoud

30 min

We continue our desert road to Erfoud (the capital of fossils) via Tinejdad (Berber villages). After the continuation of our adventure in the impressive dunes of (Erg Chebbi) Merzouga.
Merzouga Desert

8 hours Admission included

We will leave the vehicle for a camel ride in the middle of the dunes. You will spend the night in the nomad tents in the big dunes and enjoy the silence between the stars. Dinner and overnight at the bivouac.

Enjoy a traditional Moroccan breakfast; please inform your driver of any dietary needs in advance · Enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner; notify your driver of dietary needs before arriving at the hotel.

Overnight desert camp tent, private tent with shared bathroom, upgrade option to the luxury camp tent option available

Day 3 · MERZOUGA DESERT - ROSES VALLEY - OUARZAZATE - HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS - MARRAKECH

El Kelaa M'gouna

one hour

After an early breakfast, drive back to the main road, where you will meet your driver, and to Kelaat Mgouna roses valley, where you will have a lunch stop.
Ouarzazate

10 min

Pass by Ouarzazate to the Atlas Mountain
Tizi n Tichka

15 min

Pass by Tichka Atlas mountain
Marrakech

30 min

At the end of the day we reach our final destination Marrakech, your driver will drop you off in your accommodation, the end of service.

Enjoy a traditional Moroccan breakfast; please inform your driver of any dietary needs in advance.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Menara Airport
Grand Hotel Tazi

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Premium Desert Tour

Luxury Camp and Riad:: First night: Hotel in Tinghir, Second night: luxury camp tent with private bathroom

Activity: Camel ride, sandboard included, Quad and Bugy available for rent from the premises.

Duration: 3 days

2 x Dinner - 2 x Breakfast

Private air-conditioned vehicle:: Private (4WD TOYOTA Land Cruiser Prado or Minivan

Service: Services included

Pickup included
Luxury camp tent

Private room and luxury camp: First night: Hotel in Tinghir, Second night: luxury camp tent with private bathroom

Activity: Camel ride, sandboard included, Quad and Bugy available for rent from the premises.

Duration: 3 days

2 x Dinner - 2 x Breakfast

comfortable minivan

Com pick-up service

Pickup included
from Marrakech: 3-day tour to Merzouga

Pickup included