5 Days Private Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
Explore Morocco Sahara Desert on a 5 days trip from Marrakech to Merzouga. Experience camel riding and enjoy a beautiful evening in a camp in erg Chebbi Sand dunes. Witness millions of stars on a peaceful night. Start on this adventure and discover the culture of the local people.
5 Days Marrakech Desert Tour Highlights
- Departure from your hotel and drive over the towering Atlas Mountains and through the Tizi n'Tichka pass.
- View the traditional Berber villages and visit Kasbah Ait ben haddou
- Visit the most prominent film studio in Africa in Ouarzazate.
- Spend a night in a hotel in Boumalne Dades.
- Walk under the narrow valley of Todra in Tinghir.
- Cross the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi on camel.
- Enjoy the sunset of Merzouga desert
- Spend a night in the camp.
- Explore what the region hides, visit the Bedouins, and learn about their way of life.
5 Days Private Tour Itinerary from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
Day 1: Marrakesh _ the high Atlas Mountains _ Ait Ben Haddou _ Boumalne Dades.
Our tour departs from your hotel in Marrakech around 8:00 am, driving over the Atlas Mountains (2260m) and the Tizi N’Tichka Pass to Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou. You will have many stops along the way to enjoy the landscapes and traditional Berber villages in the High Atlas Mountains. Then, explore the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, this famous Castel, which is considered one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Many films were filmed here, including Kingdom of Heaven, The Mummy (1999), and Game of Thrones.
After lunch at a local restaurant, we head towards Boumalne Dades via 1001 Kasbah Road and Kalaat Mgouna to visit a small factory known for rose products in the region. We will arrive at Boumalne Dades and overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Boumalne Dades – Todgha Gorge – Merzouga.
The second day of the desert tour begins after breakfast at the hotel in the Dades Valley, heading towards the desert of Merzouga. On the way, we will visit the beautiful town of Tinghir, where we will make a stop at a nearby panoramic viewpoint to enjoy the beauty of the place, including the palm oasis that stretches along the river and the reeds. This area was historically inhabited by both Berbers and Jews.
Not far from this location, we will visit the famous Todra Gorge (400m) and have a lunch break at a local restaurant. Afterward, we will continue towards Merzouga, where a camel caravan will be waiting for us. The camel guide will accompany you on an exceptional trip across the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, leading you to the camp. Along the way, you will stop to witness the sunset from the top of a nearby sandy peak. Once at the camp, the staff will warmly welcome you. After enjoying a dinner of authentic Moroccan dishes, there will be a Berber concert featuring drums around the campfire, under the breathtaking night sky filled with millions of stars.
Day 3: Explorative day of the desert.
Watching the serene sunrise from your camp is highly recommended today. After breakfast, we will take you in a 4WD vehicle and start a day exploring the desert.
1- Drive and visit an abandoned village hidden in the middle of nowhere, offering a wonderful panoramic view.
2- Visit the area where the Nomads live. They will be happy to welcome you into one of their tents and offer you a cup of Sahara tea. It is also an opportunity to learn about their lifestyle in a harsh environment, far from cities and civilization.
3- Drive to another village called Khamlia, where we will listen to the Gnawa music played by the locals, originally from South African countries such as Mali. Here, you can also have lunch at a local restaurant.
4- After lunch, we will head towards a lake adjacent to Merzouga before returning to your hotel.
Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – Agdz – Ouarzazate
An early morning today is rewarded with another peaceful view from the terrace of your hotel. Then, after breakfast, we start our tour towards Ouarzazate. First, we will stop in the city of Rissani, where we will visit the traditional market, which was once an important commercial center for the Tafilalt region.
Then, we will follow the road to the town of Agdz and make a stop to admire the landscapes of the Grand Draa Valley. Finally, we will arrive at your hotel in Ouarzazate in the evening.
Day 5: Explore Ouarzazate – Telouet kasbah – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech.
Our last day begins after breakfast at your hotel, and then we will explore the city of Ouarzazate. this city was one of the stops for cross-border caravans and served as the center for several kasbahs, including the famous Kasbah of Taourirt. It is also home to the Atlas Studio, making it a renowned and significant location for filmmaking in the region and Africa.
After exploring Ouarzazate, we will return to Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains. Along the way, we will make a stop to visit the Kasbah of Telouet, which was also a meeting point for trade caravans traveling from the Sahara Desert to Marrakech.
Finally, we will head to Marrakech in the evening and drive you to the airport or your place of residence, thus concluding the 5 days desert tour.
5 Days Private Desert tour on the map
Marrakech to Merzouga: 5 Days Desert Tour price
Number of Participant | Price Per Person |
Unlimited | Start from 340€ |
Included and Excluded in the 5 Days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour
- Included
- Pick-up & drop-off at your Marrakech hotel
- Private and comfortable transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Local multilanguage-speaking driver/guide
- Overnight stay at Boumalne Dades, Ksar Sultan hotel or similar
- Camel trekking and excursion
- Spend the Night at Merzouga Desert camp.
- Sandboarding
- Dinners and breakfasts
- 4WD transportation to & from the desert camp (in lieu of camels)
- Day trip to explore the Merzouga Desert.
- Excluded
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Tickets (Atlas studio)
- Tipping (optional).
GOOD TO KNOW BEFOREHAND
- Every day of the week, our tour is offered.
- Book your 5 days/4 nights desert tour in advance for the best prices.
- The recommended time to start the first day of the desert tour is 8:00 am.
- If you are a vegetarian, please inform us in advance, as we have vegetarian options available.
- This tour can be customized to a 6 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour if desired.
FAQ
Yes, vegetarian and vegan option are available, please let us know about it before the trip.
That’s a great question! At Marrakech Morocco Travel, providing comfortable and convenient transportation is our top priority. We use a range of vehicles to ensure that our clients are comfortable and safe, including Toyota Land Cruiser TX, Ford Tourneo 8-seater, and multi-seater cars for groups. For desert tours, we provide comfortable 4×4 vehicles to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience.
Yes, you can enjoy a quad/buggy activity on the third day of the tour. The approximate price is 50€ per hour for a quad and 80€ for a buggy.
You can make the payment at the first meeting using euros, dollars or the equivalent amount in dirhams.