3 Days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour

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Top-Rated 3 Days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour

Overview

Sign up for the private 3 Days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour & embark on a journey of a lifetime experience. Travel to the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi with your private driver/guide cross the Atlas Mountains, visit the fortified Kasbahs, enjoy the breathtaking views, and have a camel trek experience in the sand dunes & spending the night under the stars in our luxury desert camp.

You may want to take a look at the 2 days Marrakech to Zagora desert tour in case you are short on time, or the 4 days Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara desert tour that offers a hassle-free experience as it minimizes the number of hours of driving.

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Detailed Itinerary : 3 Days tour From Marrakech to Sahara desert

Day 1: Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Benhaddou - Dades Valley

Pick up at 08 am from your hotel/Riad in Marrakech, we start our 3 Days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour. your driver/guide will take for an interesting journey of a lifetime experience down to the Sahara Desert of Erg Chebbi. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains with their breathtaking views that catch the eyes offering great opportunities for taking pictures. You will notice how “Berber” Villages that are built in adobe & stones will allow you to sample the unique lifestyle of its inhabitants.

After driving through the spectacular Tizi N’Tichka Pass (2260 m), you will arrive in the dramatic village of Ait Benhaddou. This UNESCO-listed village consists of many Kasbahs (fortresses) goes back to the 11th century being in the strategic location as a commercial center for the former caravan route. It’s optional to have a tour around with a local tour guide; otherwise, you can easily explore the village on your own.

After lunch, you will continue on the track to the Dades Valley driving through the palm-dotted oasis of Skoura, then the lush valley of Roses where you may want to include a short break to learn about the different products including perfumes, cosmetics, rose-water, and much more.

Day 2: Dades Valley - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert

After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, our Marrakech to Merzouga desert 3 days will take us further south. Include a break in the impressive Todra Gorge (canyon) where you will stretch your legs while enjoying the stunning views. After lunch, you will continue on the track driving through Erfoud where we may include a visit to the dates’ market so that you can form an idea about the different varieties of dates that are known in the region.

Upon arrival in the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, you will have a camel ride experience while enjoying the breathtaking views of the sunset. Later, you will have a delicious meal for dinner in our tented restaurant or under the stars. Stretch your legs in the sand watching the stars that illuminate the horizons. Spend the night in your private ensuite tent.

Day 3: Merzouga Desert - Nkob - Ouarzazate - Marrakech

Today, you will wake up in the early morning to attend the majestic view of the sunrise over the sand dunes. Have breakfast before heading back to Marrakech through Nkob with its countless Kasbahs. Cross the city of Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) with its Atlas Film Studios where many Hollywood Movies were shot including Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven, Cleopatra, Lawrence of Arabia, and much more.

Please note that the drive from Merzouga desert to Marrakech will take around 10 hours; however, we will include many breaks to chill out and take pictures so that the journey can be as enjoyable as possible. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening. and end our tour, 3 Days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour

What Is Included

What Is Not Included

A well-maintained & air-conditioned minivan or 4WD for transportation.
Fuel
A multilingual & regulated driver/guide.
1 night accommodation in the Dades Valley in Kser Sultan, Riad Babylon, Xaluca Dades or similar including dinner & breakfast.
1 night accommodation in our luxury desert camp including dinner & breakfast.
Camel trek for the sunset/sunrise experience.
Unique experiences.