Full Description
Experience the ultimate Moroccan adventure on this 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Journey through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2,260m), exploring ancient kasbahs, lush palm groves, and dramatic gorges. Spend an unforgettable night under the stars in a traditional Berber desert camp, riding camels across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi at sunset.
Highlights
- High Atlas Mountains
- Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Camel ride in Erg Chebbi
- Night in desert camp
Includes
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver
- 2 nights accommodation (desert camp + hotel)
- Camel trekking experience
- Dinner and breakfast included
- Pick-up from your riad/hotel
Excludes
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley
Departure from Marrakech at 8:00 AM. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass with stunning panoramic views. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou kasbah. Continue through Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) to the Dades Valley. Overnight in a traditional riad.
📏 340 km, approximately 6 hours
Day 2
Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, drive through the Dades Gorges and continue to the spectacular Todra Gorges with its 300m high cliffs. Arrive in Merzouga in the afternoon and embark on a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes to reach your desert camp. Watch the sunset over the dunes and enjoy a traditional Berber dinner under the stars.
📏 160 km, approximately 3 hours + camel trek
Day 3
Merzouga – Alnif – Agdz – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Sunrise over the dunes and breakfast at the camp. Explore the Merzouga area with a 4x4 tour visiting the nomadic families, Khamlia village (known for Gnawa music), and the fossil mines. After lunch, begin the return journey through the Draa Valley with its thousands of palm trees, passing through Agdz and Ouarzazate before crossing the Atlas Mountains back to Marrakech.
📏 560 km, approximately 8 hours