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Enjoyable family experience Our family of five landed in Marrakech a full 24 hrs late due to flight issues but Hamid & Mustafa were right there patiently waiting for us at the airport at 2:00AM. It was evident that point on that we were in absolutely good hands for the entire duration of the trip. We enjoyed every moment of the trip. It was so relaxed and at our pace ( with kids). We had sufficient time to explore and soak in all the places. The Riad arrangements were awesome. The food stops were well thought. At one point our son left his laptop behind ( he is wired into his school work) but Hamid & Mustafa worked their contacts to have the laptop to us before we left Morocco. We would highly recommend them for first time travelers with families.
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Best Tour with Hamid in Morocco We did a super 8 days tour with Culture Desert Tours from Casablanca to Marrakech via Fes, desert, Chefchaouen, Atlas Mountains, it was a life time trip with our guide Hamid, who was excellent provided informatin about his beautiful country and provide as with the best services, including hotels, desert camp and camel riding in the desert. I highly recommed Hamid and Culture Desert Tour from your Morocco tour. Thank you Hamid for all.
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The best travel experience ever! Qw did the 10 day trip with Hamid, everything about this trip was amazing, every city we visited had something different. Who knew that Morocco was such a diverse country. Hamid our guide was so accommodating and always put our needs first. He gave us tips that were so useful. I cannot recommend him enough, we will definitely be back and use Hamid from culture desert tours again. The whole trip was organised to perfection, thank you so much Hamid. I would do this trip all over again at the drop of a hat.
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My Moroccan vacation my friends and we booked the 3 days trip from Fes to Marrakech With this company and it was the best decision ever Hamid happily replied to all the questions we had prior to the trip and Mohamed, Our guide and driver (and now our friend) wast attentive, respertful and friendly, He olways had a smaile on his pace The desert and camp was a perfect and clean I highly recommend booking with them!
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Best experience ever I highly recommend this service. It's been one of the most incredible experiences I've ever had. Thank you so much!
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My marrocco trip Morocco was one of the most beautiful countries that I visited in my life ... My friends and I were there for 4 days from Fez to Marrakech, passing by a group of beautiful and amazing regions like the Sahara and Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou with our wonderful guide Hassan. Thank you all for this wonderful trip.
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Perfect time in Morocco I would like to thank this amazing company (culture desert tours) for our 8-day trip from Fez to imperial cities across to sahara desert, the desert and the camp overnight were an unforgettable experience! The tents were very well equipped and clean. For the second night we chose the luxury option, and the hotel was stunning! i recommend
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3 days trip From Fez to marrakech best 3 days tour from fez to marrakech via sahara desert with a great company ( culture desert tours) and perfect guide Mustpha , everything was amazing , places , people, culture, hotels... i recommend you to use this perfect company for your moroccan trips
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Marocco trip I went to morocco with my friend, we booked 10 days trip from marrakech to fes by a range of wonderful places , chefchaouen , Tangier , Rabat , Meknes , Fes, essaouira, the sahara desert... we visited all this places with our guide Hamid , he is a good guide all the time with us , if you are going to morocco do not hesitate you will enjoy all time , good people different culture , beautiful places ... i recommend
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Best trip we went to morocco for 4 days trip from from marrakech to sahara desert with our guide Ali , Ali was amazing with us and he had a great experience about Morocco , we spent a night in the sahara desert with alot of welcome there ... thank you Ali and culture desert tours conpany for this trip . i recommend
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Ouarzazate
Ouarzazate

3 Days Ouarzazate Desert Tour

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Overview

This 3 days Ouarzazate desert tour is a great way to explore the beauty of southern Morocco and the Sahara Desert. The journey from Ouarzazate to Merzouga takes you through amazing places like Skoura, Rose Valley, Dades Valley, and the famous Todra Gorges. You will see green oases, Berber villages, and beautiful mountains along the way.

In Merzouga, you will enjoy a camel ride on the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi and spend a magical night in a luxury desert camp under the stars. During your 3 days in Merzouga, you will also visit nomad families, explore old mines, enjoy Gnawa music in Khamlia, and discover the peaceful Erg Chebbi Oasis. On the last day of your desert tour, you will visit Rissani and pass through desert towns like Alnif, Nkoub, and Agdez before returning to Ouarzazate. This Morocco desert tour offers unforgettable landscapes, local culture, and a true taste of desert life, making it a perfect 3-day adventure from Ouarzazate.

Highlights

  • Scenic drive through Skoura oasis, Rose Valley, Dades Valley, and Todra Gorges
  • Visit to Berber villages, palm groves, and traditional kasbahs
  • Camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset
  • Overnight stay in a luxury desert camp with Berber music and starry skies
  • 4x4 tour around Merzouga to visit Berber nomads, Mifis mines, and Erg Chebbi Oasis
  • Enjoy Gnawa music in the village of Khamlia
  • Visit Rissani's traditional market and explore Alnif, Nkoub, and Draa Valley
  • Discover the beauty and culture of the Morocco desert tour in just 3 days

Itinerary

Day 1Day 1: Ouarzazate - Skoura - Rose Valley - Dades Valley - Tinghir - Todra Gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga

Your 3 days Ouarzazate desert tour begins in the morning with a drive from Ouarzazate to Merzouga through beautiful landscapes and interesting villages. First, you will stop in Skoura, a green oasis full of palm trees and old kasbahs. Then, you continue to Rose Valley, famous for its rose products and natural beauty. After that, the road takes you through the Dades Valley and Tinghir, where you can see beautiful green fields and Berber villages.

You will stop at the Todra Gorges to walk between its high red cliffs, a favorite place for photos. After lunch, the trip continues through Erfoud, known for its fossils, before reaching Merzouga. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a camel ride across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, the highlight of this Morocco desert tour. You will watch the sunset in the dunes and then arrive at the luxury desert camp. Here, you will have dinner, listen to Berber music by the fire, and sleep under the stars in your comfortable tent. This is a special night on your desert tour from Ouarzazate.

Day 2Day 2: Exploring Merzouga Area visiting Berber Nomads, Mifis Mines, Erg Chebbi Oasis

Today is all about discovering the amazing area of Merzouga, one of the best parts of your 3 days in Merzouga experience. After breakfast, your Ouarzazate to Merzouga tour continues with a 4×4 drive around the desert. You will visit Berber nomad families who live in tents in the desert. They will show you their simple life and offer you traditional tea. Then, you will explore the Mifis mines, where local people used to dig for minerals. This place gives you a view of the desert’s hidden history.

Later, you will visit the Erg Chebbi Oasis, where you can see green gardens and palm trees in the middle of the sand dunes. You can also visit the village of Khamlia, where you can enjoy Gnawa music played by local musicians. In the afternoon, you will return to your hotel in the Merzouga area. You can relax, take a walk in the dunes, or enjoy the peaceful view of the Sahara. This day is a great way to understand more about local life and nature on your Morocco desert tour.

Day 3: Merzouga - Rissani - Alnif - Nkoub - Agdez - Ouarzazate

On the last day of your 3 days Ouarzazate desert tour, you will leave Merzouga after breakfast and drive toward Ouarzazate. The journey starts with a visit to Rissani, an old town known for its traditional market and history as a caravan center. You can walk in the souk and see local products. Then, you will continue your Ouarzazate desert tour through the desert villages of Alnif and Nkoub, where the landscape changes between rocky mountains and dry plains.

After a lunch break, you pass through Agdez, a town at the edge of the Draa Valley, full of palm trees and old kasbahs. You can enjoy the view of the Draa River before continuing to Ouarzazate. Your 3 days in Merzouga adventure ends when you arrive in Ouarzazate in the late afternoon. This desert tour gives you a full experience of the Moroccan Sahara, local culture, and amazing nature, making it a perfect 3 days desert tour from Ouarzazate.

Price Includes

  • Private air-conditioned 4×4 or deluxe van
  • Pick up/drop off at your accommodations
  • Experience English speaking driver guide
  • 1 night in a luxury desert camp (dinner and breakfast included)
  • Camel ride (one camel per person)
  • Sandboard available in the camp
  • 1 night in a hotel in Merzouga (dinner and breakfast included)
  • Visit all interesting attractions along the road
  • Free time for luches and discovering
  • Flexible stops

Price Excludes

  • Drinks and Lunches
  • Any extra personal expenses or activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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Good to know

  • When you make your reservation, please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions, such as being vegetarian or vegan. We will accommodate your meal preferences accordingly.
  • From the start of your journey to its conclusion, your driver guide will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodations, so you can relax without worrying about managing your luggage.
  • For lunches during the trip, your guide will suggest restaurants known for their fresh and safe food to ensure your well-being. However, if you have a specific restaurant in mind, feel free to let your guide know—they will be happy to take you there.
  • For those seeking an exciting experience, we offer optional activities like quad biking and buggy driving in the stunning Erg Chebbi Dunes. If you’re interested in these adventures, please let your guide know, and they will arrange everything to ensure you have a fun and memorable time.

Accommodations

We offer three accommodation options to suit every traveler’s preference. Our accommodations are cozy and clean and provide essential amenities for a comfortable experience. No matter which option you choose, all our accommodations are carefully selected for their quality, cleanliness, and comfort, ensuring a pleasant stay that meets different needs and budgets. Our accommodations are divided into three categories.

  • Standard 3*
  • Luxury 4*
  • Deluxe 5*

We allow the possibility for our guests to mix and match between the categories, for instance, choosing standard for the first night and choosing luxury or deuxe for the second night, or vice versa.

Price

The price of this 3 days Ouarzazate desert tour depends on the number of participants, the type of accommodations, and the season of travel. We invite you to reach out to us by filling out a contact form or sending us a message on WhatsApp. Our expert team shall answer you, providing the best price as possible.

Reviews & Testimonial
  • We did a super 8 days tour with Marrakech Expeditions from Casablanca to Marrakech via Fes, desert, Chefchaouen, Atlas Mountains, it was a life time trip with our guide Hamid, who was excellent provided informatin about his beautiful country and provide as with the best services, including hotels, desert camp and camel riding in the desert. I highly recommed Hamid and Marrakech Expeditions from your Moroccan tour. Thank you Hamid for all.

    yency h
    Best Tour with Hamid in Morocco
  • Qw did the 10 day trip with Hamid, everything about this trip was amazing, every city we visited had something different. Who knew that Morocco was such a diverse country. Hamid our guide was so accommodating and always put our needs first. He gave us tips that were so useful. I cannot recommend him enough, we will definitely be back and use Hamid from culture desert tours again. The whole trip was organised to perfection, thank you so much Hamid.

    Rozie
    The best travel experience ever!
  • I went to morocco with my friend, we booked 10 days trip from marrakech to fes by a range of wonderful places , chefchaouen , Tangier , Rabat , Meknes , Fes, essaouira, the sahara desert… we visited all this places with our guide Hamid , he is a good guide all the time with us , if you are going to morocco do not hesitate you will enjoy all time , good people different culture , beautiful places … i recommend

    Triana Dita L
    Marocco trip
FAQ

How long is the camel ride in the desert?

The camel ride to the desert camp takes about 1 hour each way. If you prefer, you can take a 4×4 instead of riding a camel.

What should I pack for this 3 days Ouarzazate desert tour?

You should bring comfortable clothing, walking shoes, warm clothes for the night, sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a small backpack for personal items, and a camera or phone to capture the beautiful desert scenery.

Can I ride the camel if I have back or knee problems?

If you have back or knee issues, you can skip the camel trek and take a 4×4 vehicle to the desert camp instead. Let us know in advance, and we will arrange a comfortable transfer for you.

Will there be vegetarian or special meal options?

Yes, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal options are available. Please inform us of any dietary requirements when booking.

What is the best time to take this tour?

The best time is spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) when the weather is not too hot or too cold.