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5 Days Tour From Marrakeh to Merzouga

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Overview

Join this 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga and explore the beautiful south of Morocco. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, where you will see amazing landscapes and the traditional Berber villages. Visit ancient kasbahs, walk through old medinas and souks, and discover the beauty of the Sahara Desert.

During this 5-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert, you will experience breathtaking scenery, from green valleys and rocky gorges to oasis and golden sand dunes. Ride a camel across the Erg Chebbi dunes, enjoy a magical sunset in the desert, and spend the night in a traditional desert camp under the stars.

This tour from Marrakech to Merzouga is a great way to discover the lifestyle of the Berber people and explore the history and culture of the Marrakech to Sahara Desert tour. Enjoy delicious Moroccan food, visit beautiful landscapes, and create unforgettable memories on this incredible journey from Marrakech to the desert.

  • 2 Days
  • Pickup: Marrakech
  • End: Marrakech

Highlights

  • Travel through the High Atlas Mountains and enjoy stunning views.
  • Visit the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Explore traditional Berber villages and learn about their culture.
  • Walk through the beautiful Todra Gorge with its high rock walls.
  • Experience a camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga.
  • Watch a magical sunset and sunrise in the Sahara Desert.
  • Spend a night in a desert camp under the stars.
  • Discover oasis, valleys, and ancient kasbahs along the way.
  • Visit the lively town of Rissani, known for its traditional market.
  • Drive through Ziz Valley, famous for its palm trees and beautiful landscapes.

Itinerary

Day 1Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Roses Valley – Dades Valley

Your 5-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga begins with a drive through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. We will stop to take pictures of the stunning landscapes and visit a Berber argan oil cooperative to learn about its production. Next, we explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a famous filming location for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After lunch, we continue to Ouarzazate, known as the Gateway to the Desert. Passing through Skoura palm groves and the Valley of Roses, we reach the Dades Valley, where we will have dinner and spend the night in a hotel.

Day 2Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, we continue our journey through the Dades Valley, heading towards the breathtaking Todra Gorges, where you can admire the high rock walls. After a lunch stop, we drive to Erfoud, known for its fossils and desert landscapes. Arriving in Merzouga, you will be welcomed with traditional tea before meeting your camel for a ride across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. We will watch the sunset over the desert before arriving at a Sahara camp, where we enjoy a traditional dinner with Berber music under the stars.

Day 3: Explore Merzouga – Nomads – Khamlia – Hassi Labied Oasis

Wake up early to see the beautiful sunrise in the Sahara Desert, then ride your camel back to Merzouga, where your driver will be waiting. Today, we will explore the Merzouga region, visiting desert lakes, fossil areas, and Berber villages. We start by visiting an old eyeliner mine, then meet nomads living in traditional tents to learn about their way of life while enjoying a cup of Berber tea. Next, we visit Khamlia village, where you can experience the Gnaoua music and dance, brought by people from Mali, Sudan, and Niger. After lunch, we take a walk through the palm groves and visit the Hassi Labied Oasis before returning to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4: Merzouga – Draa Valley – Anti Atlas – Ouarzazate

We wake up early to see the sunrise over the Sahara, then begin our journey back. Driving through the Draa Valley, we pass oasis, kasbahs, and traditional villages. We cross the Anti-Atlas Mountains before reaching Ouarzazate, where we spend the night in a traditional hotel or riad.

Day 5: Ouarzazate – Kasbah Telouet – High Atlas – Marrakech

After breakfast, we visit the famous Kasbah Taourirt and the Atlas Film Studios, which have made Ouarzazate a popular filming location. We then drive towards Marrakech, stopping at Kasbah Telouet, one of the oldest kasbahs in the High Atlas Mountains. After exploring this historical site, we continue via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, stopping for lunch before reaching Marrakech, marking the end of your 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.

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 Dades Valley (dinner and brekfast included)
  • 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 Village (dinner and breakfast included)
  • 1 night in Ouarzazate (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 5 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga 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 5 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga?

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 type of accommodation is provided?

  • 1st night: Hotel or riad in Dades Valley
  • 2nd night: Traditional desert camp in Merzouga (standard or luxury)
  • 3rd night: Hotel in Merzouga area
  • 4rd night: Riad or kasbah in Ouarzazate

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.

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