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3-DAYS IN THE MERZOUGA DESERT – DUNES, CAMEL RIDES & BERBER CULTURE-FROM MARRAKECH
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Duration
3 day(s)
Group Size
17 people
Ages
2+ yrs
Languages
English, French, Spanish
About This Tour
Starting from Marrakech, you will journey toward the stunning Merzouga Desert, making scenic stops along the way. Highlights include the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its historic architecture and iconic film locations. Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, discover the beauty of the Sahara Desert, and capture unforgettable moments on this memorable desert adventure.
Highlights
- Cross the Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass and visit traditional Berber villages.
- Visit Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famous film location.
- Explore the Dades Gorge with its unique rock formations and valley views.
- Ride a camel in the Sahara Desert and watch the sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Stay overnight in a desert camp in Merzouga with Berber music, dinner, and stargazing.
* Luxury Camp Merzouga: 45€
* Superior Hotel Dades: 35€
* 4x4 Transfer (per car): 50€
DAY 1 : Marrakech - Atlas Mountains - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Gorges Dades
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Marrakech at 07:00 am and depart towards the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco’s most famous historical monuments. We then continue to Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the Sahara Desert, where you will enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch. After visiting Ait Ben Haddou, the journey continues through the beautiful Rose Valley of Kalaat M’gouna, renowned for its rose fields and local rose products, before arriving in Boumalne Dades. Dinner and overnight stay at your riad in the Dades Gorges, surrounded by spectacular landscapes and dramatic mountain scenery.
DAY 2 : Gorges Dades - Tinghir - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert
Today in the morning, enjoy a healthy breakfast at your riad before taking a walk through the hillsides of Tinghir, a narrow valley famous for its towering rocky cliffs, lush palm groves, and flowing stream. We then drive through the stunning landscapes from Tinghir to the Merzouga Desert, passing via Erfoud, known for its fossils and desert gateway.
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Upon arrival in Merzouga, enjoy a camel trek of about one hour across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, heading to the desert camp while watching a spectacular sunset over the Sahara dunes. At the camp, savor a traditional Moroccan dinner under the starry desert sky, followed by an evening of local Berber music and desert nightlife, creating an unforgettable Sahara Desert experience.
DAY 3 : Merzouga - Rissani - Kalaat M’gouna - Ouarzazate - Marrakech
Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the Sahara Desert, as the golden dunes of Merzouga slowly light up with soft morning colors, before enjoying a hearty breakfast at the desert camp. After sunrise, savor a traditional Berber breakfast served outside the camp, taking time to enjoy the silence, fresh air, and unique sounds of the Saharan desert.
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Then, enjoy a camel trek back to the center of Merzouga village, crossing the desert landscape one last time. Afterward, we begin the drive back to Marrakech, traveling through Rissani and Ouarzazate, with planned stops along the route for rest breaks and meals, while admiring the changing landscapes of southern Morocco.
Pick up and return to your hotel.
Comfortable air conditioning vehicle with an experienced driver.
Sightseeing in Ksar Ait Benhaddou.
1 - Night accommodation at the hotel in Gorges Dades.
1 - Night accommodation in the tent.
Daily breakfast.
Daily Dinner.
Sunset & sunrise Camel trek in the desert.
Insurance.
- Duration : 3 Days / 2 nights.
- Availability : Everyday
- Departure Point : Free hotel pick-up or meeting point in central Marrakech
- Departure Time : 07:00 local time.
- Return Point : Returns to original departure point.
- Return Time : 19:00 local time.
- Cancellation Policy : Free cancellation 24 hours before the scheduled departure, no cancellation fees.