3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour with Atlas Mountains, Kasbahs and Camel Trek
Highlights
Marrakech, Merzouga, Ouarzazate
photography, sightseeing, Desert
Private Tour
3 Days
Easy
English, French
Description
Embark on a 3-day adventure through Morocco's stunning landscapes, from Marrakech to the desert. Explore the High Atlas Mountains, UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, and Ouarzazate's iconic kasbahs. Journey through the Dades and Todra Gorges, experience camel treks in Merzouga's Erg Chebbi dunes, and immerse yourself in Berber culture. Conclude the tour with a scenic drive through the Draa Valley and return to Marrakech.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Skoura – Dades Valley
- 08:00 AM: Departure from Marrakech, drive through the High Atlas Mountains, passing the Tizi n Tichka pass (2260m).
Morning Stops: Visit Berber villages and take photos of the stunning mountain landscapes.
Midday: Arrival at Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the fortified ksar on foot.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant.
Afternoon: Visit the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate, then head to Dades Valley.
En Route: Stop in Skoura to see the impressive 17th-century Amerhidl Kasbah and admire the lush oasis.
Evening: Arrival in Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight stay at a local hotel.
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Day 2: Dades Gorge – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi – Desert Camp
- Morning: After breakfast, visit the Dades Gorge, famous for its unique finger-shaped rock formations.
Mid-Morning: Drive to the Todra Gorge, a spectacular 300m deep canyon carved into red limestone. Free time to explore.
Lunch: Stop in the town of Tinjdad for a traditional lunch.
Afternoon: Continue to Merzouga via Erfoud, known for its fossils.
Evening: Arrive in Merzouga, where camels are waiting to take you on a 1.5-hour ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Sunset: Arrive at your desert camp, climb the highest dune for a sunset view, or try sandboarding.
Night: Enjoy a traditional Berber tagine dinner, followed by local entertainment with drums and singing around the campfire. Overnight in a nomad tent.
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Day 3: Tafilalet – Rissani – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
- Early Morning: Return by camel to Merzouga for breakfast and a shower.
Morning: Depart in your 4x4 vehicle, traveling through the Draa Valley, famous for its date palms, and passing Rissani, Alnif, Tazzarine, and N’Kob (featured in the film Babel).
Lunch: Stop for lunch in N’Kob.
Afternoon: Continue through the Draa Valley, passing ancient Kasbahs like Tamnougalte, and the Anti-Atlas Mountains.
Evening: Arrive in Ouarzazate, cross the Tizi n Tinfifite pass (1660m), and head back to Marrakech, arriving in the evening.
End of Tour: Drop off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a private tour |
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