Marrakech to Merzouga: 3-Day Sahara Tour with Camel Ride & Camp

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Marrakech » High Atlass Mountais » Ait Ben Haddou & Ouarzazate » Dades Valley » Tinghir [375 Km]⌄

   ou'll depart from Marrakech's Jamaa El Fnaa square at 8 am, accompanied by your driver, to make your way towards Ouarzazate. On the journey, we'll cross the High Atlas Tizi n'Tichka pass, which stands at an elevation of 2260m Att.

   Before proceeding to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, make a brief stop at the peak of the Atlas Mountains Tizi n Tichka for some stunning photography opportunities.

   he Berber fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou is our primary destination for sightseeing today. This UNESCO-listed landmark has also served as a film set for many major Hollywood epics, including Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and the Kingdom of Heaven. Upon arrival, we'll cross the river that separates the Kasbah from the main road and explore the village at our leisure.

   Capture a picturesque view of the Atlas studios with your camera at this photography stop.

   Take a brief pause to capture stunning photographs and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Roses Valley, where rose picking commences in April. Additionally, the first week of May boasts a three-day festival in celebration of the roses. Visitors can also purchase cosmetics products made from rose oil at the local associations.

   Before reaching your lodging, there will be several stops for panoramic views along the way in the Dades valley.

   Spend the night at the Tinghir hotel or a luxurious RIad in Dades or a comparable accommodation option.

   Meals: Dinner

   Overnight: Spend the night at a comfortable hotel in Tinghir at Bougafer hotel or similar.

2. 2Tinghir » Todra Gorges » Erfoud » Merzouga (Night in Desert Camp) [255 km]⌄

   Following breakfast, we embark on a journey from Tinghir to the Todgha Gorges, which is a stunning 15-kilometer-long valley filled with date palms. As we make our way through the area, we'll have the opportunity to appreciate the towering walls of grey and pink rock that encircle the road, and we can continue trekking alongside the 300-meter-high canyons for an unforgettable experience.

   From Todgha gorges, we'll make our way to Merzouga's Erg Chebbi Sahara desert, passing through Berber villages like Tinjdad, Jorf, and Erfoud. As we journey through the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet, we'll stop for lunch in Tinejdad.

   We continue our desert road to Erfoud (the capital of fossils) via Tinejdad (Berber villages). After the continuation of our adventure in the impressive dunes of (Erg Chebbi) Merzouga.

   Next, we will journey to Merzouga where your guide and camels will be eagerly awaiting your arrival to take you on an unforgettable ride across the towering sand dunes of the Sahara Desert in Morocco. As the sun begins to set, you'll experience a magical camel ride that will lead you to our nomad desert camp in the heart of Erg Chebbi. With the rhythmic beat of drums filling the air, you'll enjoy a delectable dinner under a traditional nomad tent and spend the night surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Sahara.

   Meals: Breakfast · Dinner

   Overnight: Spend the night in a comfortable desert camp tent. Upgrade option to a luxury camp tent is available for consideration.

3. 3Merzouga Desert » Roses Valley » High Atlass Mountais » Marrakech [562 Km]⌄

   After an early breakfast, drive back to the main road where you will meet your driver and drive to Kelaat Mgouna roses valley, .

   Pass by Ouarzazate to the Atlas Mountain

   Pass by Tichka Atlas mountain

   By the close of day, we shall arrive at our ultimate destination, Marrakech. Once there, your driver shall leave you at your lodging, thus ending the service.

   Meals: Breakfast