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3-Day Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
This popular 3-day tour offers a mix of adventure, culture, and natural beauty. You’ll explore stunning oases, sand dunes, ancient Kasbahs, and enjoy camel trekking with an unforgettable overnight stay in a Sahara Desert camp. The starry night sky, peaceful desert atmosphere, and breathtaking sunset will leave lasting memories.
Tour Highlights:
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Drive through the Atlas Mountains
- Explore Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco”
- Sunset and sunrise camel treks in the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Visit Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
- Overnight stays in a traditional Berber desert camp (upgrade to luxury camp available)
- Enjoy private tours with personal interactions with locals
Itinerary:
Day 1: Marrakech to Dades Valley (6-hour drive)
- Depart from Marrakech at 7:15 AM in a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate
- Drive through the Atlas Mountains and stop in traditional Berber villages
- Arrive in Dades Valley for overnight stay at a hotel with dinner
Day 2: Dades Valley to Merzouga (4-hour drive)
- Visit the stunning Todra Gorge
- Continue to Merzouga, gateway to the Sahara Desert
- Camel trek to Erg Chebbi dunes and stay overnight in a Berber desert camp (or upgrade to luxury camp)
- Enjoy dinner, music, and stargazing at the camp
Day 3: Merzouga to Marrakech (9-hour drive)
- Camel trek back to Merzouga
- Drive through Draa Valley, stopping in Rissani and other picturesque sites
- Continue through Nqob and Ouarzazate, before heading back to Marrakech
- Arrive in Marrakech around 8:00 PM
What’s Included:
- Free airport transfer to your Marrakech hotel
- Hotel pick-up in Marrakech
- Comfortable, air-conditioned minibus (max. 17 passengers)
- Visits to Ait Ben Haddou, Dades Gorge, Todra Gorge
- 1 night in a hotel in Dades Valley, 1 night in a desert camp
- Camel treks at sunset and sunrise
- Breakfast and dinner included, with an option for a shower at Merzouga hotel
- Private transport to Marrakech
What’s Not Included:
- Personal expenses, drinks, lunch, tips (guide at Ait Ben Haddou: €3)
Best Time to Visit Merzouga:
The best time to visit is from September to June when temperatures are moderate and the risk of sandstorms is lower. Nights can be chilly, so pack warm clothing and comfortable shoes for desert exploration.
Desert Activities:
- Camel Trekking: Experience the Sahara’s dunes at sunset and sunrise
- Sandboarding: Thrilling dune rides
- Quad Biking: Explore the desert at high speed
- Desert Camp: Spend a night under the stars in traditional or luxury Berber tents
Accommodation Options:
- Traditional Desert Camp: Authentic Berber tents with basic amenities
- Luxury Desert Camp: Comfortable tents with private bathrooms, bedding, and meals
Tour Operators:
- I Go Morocco Tours and Sahara Desert Tours offer reputable desert tours with expert guides for a safe and enriching experience.
This 3-day tour is an unforgettable way to experience the magic of Morocco’s desert landscapes, vibrant culture, and unique adventures! Book early to secure your spot.