4-Day Desert Adventure from Marrakesh to Merzouga
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4-Day Desert Adventure from Marrakesh to Merzouga
Discover the wonders of Morocco on this 4-day, 3-night desert tour from Marrakesh to Merzouga, exploring many incredible sites along the way. Cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi nTichka Pass and visit the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and the city of Ouarzazate.
Explore the scenic Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest river, and visit Rissani before reaching the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Experience a camel ride across the golden dunes, enjoy breathtaking sunsets and sunrises, and spend a night in a luxury desert camp.
On the way back, visit the stunning Dades Valley, the dramatic Todra Gorges, and the historic Amridil Kasbah. The tour concludes in Marrakesh, offering a memorable Moroccan desert adventure.
Duration: 4 days/3 nights
Start: Marrakech
End: Marrakech
Tour Style: Private
HIGHILGHTES:
- Driving through the High Atlas Mountains and crossing the Tizi-N-Tichka pass
- Visiting the scenic Ounila Valley
- Exploring the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Touring Ouarzazate, including Atlas Studios and Taourirt Kasbah
- Driving along the Draa Valley with its palm groves, Berber villages, and Kasbahs
- Riding camels across the Merzouga Sahara Desert and watching the sunset over Erg Chebbi
- Experiencing a night in a luxury desert camp with Berber music under the stars
- Visiting Rissani town and exploring its vibrant souk
- Walking through Todra Gorges and admiring panoramic views of the Dades Valley and “Monkey Fingers” rock formation
- Touring the Rose Valley and Skoura palm groves, including Amridil Kasbah, before returning to Marrakech
TOUR Itinerary
- Day 1: Marrakech ⇢ High Atlas Mountains ⇢ Ounila Valley ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah ⇢ Ouarzazate
Begin the 4-day desert tour with an early pick-up from your accommodation or the airport in Marrakech. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi N Tichka Pass, with stops for panoramic views of the dramatic landscapes. Continue to visit the world-famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and filming location for movies like Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy, as well as the TV series Game of Thrones. End the day in Ouarzazate, the “Gate of the Desert,” with dinner and overnight in a hotel.
- Day 2: Ouarzazate ⇢ Agdz ⇢ Draa Valley ⇢ Nkob ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Merzouga Desert ⇢ Camel Trekking ⇢ Luxury Desert Camp
After breakfast, explore Ouarzazate with a visit to Atlas Studios, where many famous movies were filmed, and the historic Taourirt Kasbah, an impressive mud-brick fortress. Depart towards Agdz and drive along the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest river, stopping to admire palm groves, traditional Kasbahs, and Berber villages. Lunch in Nkob or Alnif. Continue to Merzouga via Rissani, then switch to camels to cross the Erg Chebbi dunes. Pause atop a high dune to watch the magical sunset, then arrive at the luxury desert camp, blending nomadic tents with hotel comforts. Enjoy Berber drum music around the campfire under the starry desert sky. Dinner and overnight in the camp.
- Day 3: Merzouga Desert ⇢ Rissani ⇢ Erfoud ⇢ Todra Gorges ⇢ Boumalne Dades
Wake early to admire the sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, return by camel to Merzouga where the driver awaits. Depart the desert to visit Rissani, the ancient capital of Tafilalet, with its lively souk. Continue to Erfoud to explore workshops producing fossilized marble. Drive through Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves before reaching the Todra Gorges, a stunning red-cliff canyon carved by the Todra River, perfect for walking and photography. Lunch at a local restaurant, then continue to Dades Valley, stopping at the Monkey Fingers rock formations and a viewpoint overlooking the valley. Dinner and overnight in a hotel.
- Day 4: Dades Valley ⇢ Roses Valley ⇢ Palm Groves of Skoura ⇢ Amridil Kasbah ⇢ High Atlas Mountains ⇢ Marrakech
On the final day, visit Kalaa Magouna and the Roses Valley, famous for its May Rose Festival, where locals sell rose products such as perfumes, rose water, oils, and cosmetics. Drive past several Kasbahs, including Amridil Kasbah, surrounded by the lush palm groves of Skoura. Stop in Ouarzazate for lunch, then return to Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N Tichka Pass, enjoying scenic landscapes along the way. Drop-off at your accommodation or Marrakech airport concludes the 4-day desert tour.
This tour ends in Marrakech. If you wish to continue to Fes, you can consider the 4-Day Tour from Marrakech to Fes.
- Includes & Not Includes
- INCLUDES
- 4 days private transportation in a 4×4 or minivan with A/C and fuel
- Pickup and drop-off at your riad or airport in Marrakech
- Private English-speaking driver/guide
- 2 nights in excellent hotels or riads
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp with private bathroom
- Sandboarding available at the desert camp
- Camel ride per person (optional 4×4 transfer available)
- Dinners and breakfasts
- NOT INCLUDES
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to monuments
- Book Now & Pay Later
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- Traveler FAQs
How to pay for the tour?
Our payment process is simple and hassle-free. To confirm your booking, we require a small deposit, which can be easily paid via PayPal, bank transfer, or Wise at the time of reservation. The remaining balance is to be paid in cash to your driver or guide on the first day of the tour, in euros, US dollars, or the equivalent amount in Moroccan dirhams.
What currency is used, and how do I get money?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Is it possible to customize the tour itinerary?
The currency in Morocco is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Credit cards are accepted in many hotels and larger businesses, but cash is needed in many smaller towns and markets.
Do I ride a camel in the desert?
Absolutely. You can fully customize your tour package to suit your preferences, including adding extra stops, upgrading accommodations, or choosing alternative transport options such as 4×4 transfers.
What type of accommodation is provided in the desert?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What is the duration of the camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes?
Yes, camel treks are often part of desert tours (e.g. crossing dunes to reach a camp).
What are the camps in the desert like?
You’ll spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp featuring private tents. The camps offer essential comforts such as comfortable bedding, shared or private bathroom facilities (depending on the camp type), warm blankets, and a communal dining area for meals and relaxation.
What’s your cancellation / refund policy?
This depends on how many days before departure you cancel. We typically require a deposit to hold the booking and partial or full refunds depending on timing.
Is Morocco safe for tourists?
Yes. Morocco is generally considered safe for travelers
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