Shared 3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech | Camel Trek & Luxury Camp
Why Choose This Tour?
Embark on an unforgettable shared 3-day Merzouga Desert tour from Marrakech! Perfect for adventurous travelers, this small-group experience combines Morocco’s natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. Explore iconic destinations like the Erg Chebbi dunes, Dades Valley, and Todra Gorge, while staying in a luxurious desert camp.
Journey through the breathtaking Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, and discover traditional Berber villages. Along the way, marvel at lush oases, ancient kasbahs, and Morocco’s most picturesque valleys.
The highlight of the tour is a camel trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset, followed by a magical night under the stars. Relax in a luxury desert camp featuring en-suite bathrooms, delicious local cuisine, and traditional Berber music around a cozy campfire.
More than just a tour, this is an opportunity to connect with Morocco’s heart and soul, create unforgettable memories, and share experiences with fellow travelers. Book your spot today and let the magic of the desert enchant you!
Tour Highlights: Shared 3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech
- 1. Journey through Tizi Tichka Pass for stunning views of Morocco’s rugged High Atlas Mountains
- 2. Visit Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and filming location for famous movies
- 3. Drive through the picturesque Rose Valley, with its traditional villages and scenic landscapes
- 4. Explore the breathtaking Dades Canyons and enjoy panoramic views of the valley
- 5. Discover Todra Gorge and Tinghir Oasis, showcasing Morocco’s natural beauty
- 6. Enjoy a camel ride across Erg Chebbi dunes and witness unforgettable desert sunsets and sunrises
- 7. Stay in a luxurious desert camp with Berber music, en-suite tents, and starry skies in the Sahara
Shared 3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga - Itinerary:
DAY 1
Marrakech → Ait Benhaddou → Ouarzazate → Dades Valley
For our shared small-group Merzouga 3-day, 2-night desert tour, our friendly driver will pick you up from your hotel in Marrakech at 7:30 AM. We depart Marrakech, venturing through the magnificent Atlas Mountains and the Tichka Pass (2260 m), offering impressive landscapes in the heart of the Atlas Mountain range. We'll stop in Ouarzazate, famous for movies like *Alexander the Great*, *The Mummy*, *The Jewel of the Nile*, and *Kingdom of Heaven*. The scenery here is absolutely stunning.
Next, we visit Ait Benhaddou, one of Morocco's most spectacular kasbahs and a UNESCO World Heritage site. After lunch in Ait Benhaddou, we continue to Ouarzazate, known as "The Hollywood of Africa". Then, we head to the Valley of Roses, famous for its annual rose harvest festival in May. We’ll spend the night with dinner in Dades Valley at an auberge featuring traditional Berber architecture and views of the mountains and valley.
DAY 2
Dades Valley → Todra Gorge → Merzouga
After breakfast, we drive toward the Todra Gorges, a popular spot for rock climbers. After a walk through the Gorges, we continue on ancient Bedouin trading routes, passing a series of fortified villages with remarkable pre-Saharan architecture. The route to Erfoud is one of the most scenic of all Southern routes. Erfoud is known for its rich black fossil marble, sculpted into various objects like ashtrays and washbasins.
Next, we head to the spectacular Merzouga dunes, marking the beginning of the mighty Sahara Desert. We leave the vehicle and embark on a 90-minute camel ride into the desert. At the Sahara Stars Camp or Ideal Luxury Camp, we watch the sunset and spend the night in a well-equipped luxury tent with en-suite bathrooms. After dinner, we gather around the fire and enjoy traditional Berber music with live drums and chants.
DAY 3
Merzouga → Rose Valley → Ouarzazate → Marrakech
On the final day of our **Shared 3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech**, rise early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the iconic Erg Chebbi dunes. After savoring breakfast, enjoy a peaceful camel trek back to the Auberge. We then begin our return journey to Marrakech, with scenic stops along the way. After lunch, travel through the stunning Tizi N’Tichka Pass at 2,260 meters in the High Atlas Mountains. Upon arriving in Marrakech, you'll be dropped off at your accommodation, marking the end of this unforgettable desert adventure.
ACTIVITIES PHOTOS
Rates & Organization Pratical Information
Services Included:
- Pick up from your accommodation in Marrakech at 7:30 am.
- Sharing a minibus car with other customers.
- A pause in the panoramic view of the High Atlas Mountains.
- Visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
- Have your independent lunch.
- Some stops to take pictures of the panoramic views.
- Enjoy stunning views between Skoura and the Dades Valley.
- Spend the night in excellent Riad/Hotel in Dades include Dinner & breakfast.
- Visit the Todra Gorge (Tinghir ).
- Have your independent lunch.
- Camel ride to the camp.
- Enjoying the sunset.
- Installing you at your private tent.
- Have your dinner in the camp.
- Music around fire.
- Watch the stars.
- Continental Breakfast.
- Departure to return to Marrakech.
- Have your independent Lunch on the road.
- Have your independent Lunch on the road.
- Drop off at your stay in Marrakech early evening.
- X Mineral water & refreshing drinks
- X All lunch meals
- X Entrance fees for optional visits
- X Tipping