3 Days Marrakech - Merzouga
3-day Sahara desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga dunes and the Atlas.
Tour Overview:
If you are looking for a full Sahara desert experience, join us on this 3-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga and discover the beauty of Morocco! On the first day, travel through the High Atlas Mountains and the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Visit Ait Benhaddou, a historic village and UNESCO World Heritage Site, then continue through Ouarzazate and the Draa Valley.
By evening, arrive in the Merzouga Desert, ride camels across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, and spend the night in a Berber camp under the stars. The second day of the tour is all about exploring the desert. Visit nomadic villages, see fossil sites, and stop at Khamlia Village to enjoy traditional Gnawa music.
On the third day, travel back to Marrakech. Stop at the stunning Todra Gorges and the beautiful Dades Valley along the way. This tour is a great way to see Morocco’s amazing landscapes and experience the Sahara Desert.
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- Tour ID: 3MARMER
- Price: From 100 $
- Duration: 3 Days
- Departure: Marrakech
- Arrival: Marrakech
- Tour Type: Private
- Language: Multilingual
- Age Range: 1 - 80
3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour Details
Tour Itinerary
Morning:
- Depart from Marrakech early (around 7:00 AM), traveling through the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Admire stunning mountain landscapes and traditional Berber villages.
- Stop at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore its famous kasbah, featured in many films.
Afternoon:
- Enjoy lunch in Ouarzazate, the “Gateway to the Sahara,” known for its film studios and historical sites.
- Continue your journey through the Draa Valley and the vast landscapes of the Sahara, arriving at Merzouga Desert by sunset.
Evening:
- Experience a camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi to your desert camp.
- Savor a traditional Moroccan dinner under the starry sky and enjoy Berber music around the campfire.
- Overnight stay in a desert camp (standard or luxury).
Morning:
- Watch a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes, followed by a hearty breakfast at the camp.
- Explore the desert by 4×4 vehicle, visiting nearby attractions such as nomadic villages, fossil sites, and an oasis.
Afternoon:
- Enjoy lunch (Option: Berber Pizza) at a local guesthouse or in the desert.
- Visit Khamlia Village, home to the Gnawa people, and enjoy their traditional music.
Evening:
- Return to your camp for a relaxing evening or choose to stay in a hotel.
- Optional activities: sandboarding, camel ride, or relaxing under the desert sky.
Morning
- After breakfast, bid farewell to the desert and start your return journey to Marrakech.
- Travel through the Draa Valley, a spectacular canyon with sheer rock walls, known for its unique rock formations.
Afternoon
- Enjoy lunch along the way before continuing through the high Atlas Mountains.
- Pass the High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Marrakech in the evening/night.
What is included on the tour and what's not?
- Private transportation
- Fuel
- Private Driver (Multilingual)
- Hotel in Dades (Dinner and breakfast are included)
- Private tent in a Desert camp with dinner and breakfast
- Came ride in the dunes
- Sand boarding
- Time to explore sites, visit, take pictures
- Breaks for coffe, lunch...etc.
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Entrance fees
- Flights
Tour Highlights
- Drive through the Atlas Mountains
- Ride camels
- Watch the sunset and sunrise in the desert
- Visit the nomad Families
Must Know
- The tour includes more than 9 hours driving on the first day from Marrakech to the desert and as well as the last day from Merzouga to Marrakech
- The tour is not recommended for people with back pain or people that can’t be in the car for long distance.
- The tour itinerary can be changed to suit your preferences.
Prices of the 3-day Sahara desert tour from Marrakech
| Number of Travelers | Standard Tour Package | Luxury Tour Package |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person: | 700€ per person | 750€ per person |
| 2 People: | 350€ per person | 400€ per person |
| 3 People: | 300€ per person | 350€ per person |
| 4 People: | 250€ per person | 300€ per person |
| 5 People: | 200€ per person | 250€ per person |
| 6 People: | 180€ per person | 230€ per person |
| 7 People: | 170€ per person | 220€ per person |
| 8 People: | 160€ per person | 210€ per person |
| 9 People: | 150€ per person | 200€ per person |
| 10 People: | 145€ per person | 190€ per person |
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