3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Overview
Experience an unforgettable 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, crossing the stunning High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi N’Tichka pass. Along the way, we’ll visit a women’s Argan oil cooperative and explore the famous Aït Benhaddou Kasbah before continuing through Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the Rose Valley to spend the night in the Dades Valley. On the second day, we’ll visit the breathtaking Todra Gorges before heading to the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga. You’ll enjoy a camel ride into the desert, stopping to admire a beautiful sunset before arriving at our camp for a night under the stars. Our final day begins with a sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, we’ll visit Rissani, travel through the Draa Valley, and cross the Atlas Mountains before arriving in Marrakech in the afternoon, marking the end of your Marrakech desert tours 3 days.
- Start & End Location: Marrakech
- Availability: Every day
- Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Tour Type: Private Desert Tour
- Type of Vehicle: Comfort 4×4 SUV or Minivan
- Price & Accommodation: Check them below
3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Highlights
- Enjoy a magical camel ride at sunset over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.
- Sleep under billions of stars in a luxury desert camp.
- Enjoy scenic views of the Atlas Mountains with traditional Berber villages.
- Explore traditional Berber Kasbahs along the way.
- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, a spectacular kasbah.
3-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech → High Atlas Mountains → Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou → Ouarzazate → Rose Valley → Dades Valley
We will pick you up around 7:00 AM from your Riad in Marrakech. We will head south, crossing the Tizi N’Tichka mountain pass in the High Atlas. We’ll stop for photos and visit a women’s Argan Oil cooperative to learn about its production process and benefits.Next, we’ll detour to Aït Benhaddou, a fortified town and UNESCO World Heritage Site, where we can have lunch and explore its famous Kasbah. Many films, including Gladiator and The Jewel of the Nile, were filmed here.After exploring Aït Benhaddou, we’ll continue to Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert, and then to the palm grove of Skoura and the Rose Valley. By late afternoon, we’ll reach the Dades Valley.
Day 2: Dades Valley → Todra Gorges → Tinejdad → Erfoud → Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, we’ll travel along a scenic road lined with traditional adobe Kasbahs. We’ll reach the Todra Gorges, a breathtaking canyon with towering rock walls, a paradise for climbers.After lunch, we’ll head to the Merzouga Desert and the impressive Erg Chebbi dunes. Upon arrival, you’ll enjoy Moroccan mint tea before setting off on a camel caravan to our desert camp.We’ll stop to watch a magical sunset over the dunes. At the camp, you can climb the nearby dunes to stargaze and watch for shooting stars. After dinner, you will spend the night in the heart of the desert.
Day 3: Merzouga → Alnif → Agdz → Draa Valley → Anti Atlas → Marrakech
We’ll wake up early to watch a breathtaking sunrise over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. After a camel ride back to the hotel, you’ll enjoy breakfast and have time for a refreshing shower. We’ll then head to Rissani to visit its vibrant market before passing through Tazzarine and the Draa Valley, famous for its lush palm groves and thriving date plantations.Continuing through the Anti-Atlas and High Atlas mountains, we’ll reach Marrakech by the afternoon. Upon arrival, we’ll transfer you to your accommodation, marking the end of our 3-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.
Why Choose Our Marrakech Desert Tours 3 Days?
We make your desert trip special and easy. Here’s why people pick us:
- Great Guides: Our friendly guides and drivers know the desert well and keep you safe.
- Comfy Rides: You travel in nice 4×4 cars that handle the desert roads.
- Good Food: Enjoy tasty meals every day, made just for you.
- Fun Stuff: Ride camels, try sandboarding, and sleep under the stars.
- Your Choice: Pick what you like, simple or fancy, we’ve got it.
- Easy Planning: We take care of everything so you can relax.
Includes
- Comfort 4×4 car with A/C from Marrakech and back
- Private driver
- Accommodation (Dinner, Bed, Breakfast)
- Camel trekking excursion
- Meals (2 breakfasts, 2 dinners)
- 1 Night in a Desert Camp
- 1 Night in Dades Valley
Excludes
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Tips(Optional)
- Entrance fee (Check Essential Info below)
3 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Price
| Features | Standard | Luxury | Mixed |
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| Price (per person) | €210 | €475 | €325 |
| Transportation | Comfort 4×4 | Comfort 4×4 | Comfort 4×4 |
| Accommodation | Standard Camps & Hotels | Luxury Camps & Hotels | Luxury Camp & Standard Hotel (or vice versa) |
| Camel Trekking | ✓ Extended | ✓ Extended | ✓ Extended |
| Book Now | Book Now | Book Now |
What’s different about Standard, Luxury, and Mixed?
The only difference is where you stay.
- Standard: Nice 3-star hotels or Riads. Private tents at camp with shared bathrooms nearby.
- Luxury: Fancy 4-star hotels or Riads. Private tents at camp with bathrooms inside and WiFi.
- Mixed: One night in a luxury camp, one in a standard hotel or Riad or vise versa.
Marrakech to Merzouga Luxury Tour Accommodation
We have carefully selected the best recommended accommodations to make your desert trip comfortable and enjoyable. On the first night, you will stay in a clean hotel, and on the second night, you will sleep in a traditional desert camp under billions of stars. You can choose the option that best fits your needs, whether you prefer a simple stay or a more comfortable experience. Below are some of our suggested stays. If you have any other accommodations in mind, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to customize your stay. No matter what you choose, you will enjoy a warm welcome and a good rest after a day of adventure.
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Essential Info for Your Marrakech Desert Tour 3 Days
- In winter, nights in the desert can be chilly, but our wool tents provide warmth. We recommend bringing a jacket and socks for extra comfort.
- Entrance fees for optional visits to Ouarzazate and Skoura are as follows: The Cinema Museum costs 30 MAD per person, Kasbah Taourirte is 20 MAD per person, Atlas Cinema Studio and CLA Cinema Studio are both 50 MAD per person, and Amridil Kasbah in Skoura is 20 MAD per person.
- This is a private desert tour, and you will have your own comfortable AC car. You can adjust any part of the tour to your preference.
- The camel ride lasts about 30 minutes to 1 hour, but you can choose a 4×4 instead if you prefer not to ride a camel.
- Your luggage will stay with you and be safe during the tour.
- Vegetarian meals and dietary restrictions are available, please inform us when booking.
- For confirmation, we ask for a small deposit of 20% to be paid via PayPal.
- Please, if you have any questions or requests, don’t hesitate to contact us via email or WhatsApp.
Marrakech Desert Tour Route Map
This map showcases some of the most remarkable highlights of our Marrakech Desert Tour 3 days, from the towering Atlas Mountains and breathtaking valleys to the golden dunes of the Sahara. Our desert tour isn’t limited to just these highlights, there’s so much more to see and experience along the way. Our experienced and friendly drivers will take care of you, stopping whenever you want, taking breaks when needed, or skipping certain places as you prefer. We’ll ensure you enjoy your Sahara experience in the best way possible.
