Duration : 4 Days
Departure : Marrakech
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We understand that travel plans can sometimes be uncertain. Therefore, we encourage you to proceed with your booking, the start date of your tour may be adjusted up to 5 days prior to the initially provided start date at no additional cost. Any changes must be communicated and confirmed within this timeframe to ensure proper arrangements.
Overview of 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
The three-day desert tour to Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga or the 4 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert are the most sought-after travel experiences in Marrakech, as they offer an abundance of breathtaking sights and engaging activities. These tours include camel trekking, spending a night in a remote Sahara Desert camp, savoring a cup of tea, encountering nomads living in caves, exploring palm groves with a local guide, hiking in the Dades Valley or Todra Gorges, and sharing unforgettable moments together.
Itinerary for 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
Day 1 : Marrakech - Ouarzazate - Dades Valley
On the first day, our driver will collect you from your Marrakech hotel or Riad at 8:00 AM in a 4x4 or minivan to embark on your desert trip to Dades Valley. You'll traverse the Tizi-N-Tichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains, taking in the panoramic road and passing through picturesque Berber villages en route to Ouarzazate. There, you'll explore the historic Taourirt Kasbah and enjoy lunch. Afterwards, you'll head to the verdant Dades Valley via the stunning Skoura palm grove, where dinner and overnight accommodation await.
Day 2 : Dades - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Dunes (Erg Chebbi)
After breakfast, we'll journey to Tineghir and then on to Todra Gorges, where you can appreciate the striking canyon views and wander through the palm plantations. Next, we'll travel to Tinjdad for lunch before heading to Erfoud, passing through Berber villages such as Touroug and El-Jarf. After visiting a local fossil craft workshop, we'll continue to the captivating Erg Chebbi dunes, also known as Merzouga Dunes. At the hotel, you'll prepare for a 90-minute camel trek to witness the sunset, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in a traditional nomad tent at a bivouac.
Day 3 : Merzouga - Tazarine - Agdz - Ouarzazate
On day three, rise early to catch the sunrise before enjoying breakfast in the heart of Erg Chebbi's dunes. Then, return to the hotel on camelback for a quick shower before driving to Rissani, a small Saharan town in southeastern Morocco. There, you'll visit a fossil workshop before proceeding to Agdez and the Draa Valley junction. We'll cross the Atlas Mountains to reach Ouarzazate, where dinner and your third night's stay will be arranged.
Day 4 : Ouarzazate - Ait Benhaddou - Marrakech
After breakfast, take some time to explore Ouarzazate, including a visit to the famed Atlas film studio, known as the "Hollywood of Africa." Head to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, the filming location for over 20 movies, including "Gladiator," "Indiana Jones," and "Lawrence of Arabia." Enjoy a brief walk to discover traditional Moroccan kasbah architecture before making your way back to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n'Tichka pass. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before our driver drops you off at your Marrakech hotel or Riad.
Includes in 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
- Complimentary airport transfer to your Marrakech hotel.
- Private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
- English-speaking driver/guide throughout the tour.
- Pick up and drop off at your Marrakech accommodation.
- Guided visit to Ait Benhaddou Kasbah.
- Tour of the cinema studio in Ouarzazate.
- Two nights' stay in traditional Kasbahs in Dades Valley and Ouarzazate.
- One night in a nomad desert camp at Erg Chebbi with a private tent.
- Breakfasts and dinners during your tour (vegetarian options available).
- Camel trekking with opportunities to enjoy sunset and sunrise.
- Private bathroom in your tent, complete with hot shower and toilet.
- Leisure time to explore sites such as Ait Benhaddou, Cinema Sets, Taourirt Kasbah, and more.
Excludes
- Lunches
- Beverages and personal spending,
- Tips
Included desert camp accommodation