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Marrakech – Merzouga Desert Tour (3 Days / 2 Nights)

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Duration

Multiple days

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

6 people

Languages

English, Espanol, Francais

Embark on an epic 3-day journey across southern Morocco, from the High Atlas Mountains to the towering golden dunes of Merzouga. This unforgettable adventure combines UNESCO World Heritage sites, dramatic gorges, palm-lined valleys, and a magical night camping under the stars in the heart of the Sahara Desert.

Tour Details

  • Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
  • Total distance: Approximately 1,080 km
  • Departure time: Early morning

Highlights

  • Embark on an epic 3-day journey across southern Morocco, from the High Atlas Mountains to the towering golden dunes of Merzouga. This unforgettable adventure combines UNESCO World Heritage sites, dramatic gorges, palm-lined valleys, and a magical night camping under the stars in the heart of the Sahara Desert.

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Boumalne Dadès (300 km)

Depart early to cross the High Atlas Mountains, climbing to the legendary Tizi n'Tichka pass at 2,260 meters. Continue to the breathtaking Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Morocco's most famous fortified villages.

From there, head to Ouarzazate, often nicknamed the "Hollywood of Morocco," for a visit to the Kasbah of Taourirt and its renowned film studios. Continue into the stunning Dades Valley, famously known as the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs, driving along one of Morocco's most scenic roads before arriving in Boumalne Dadès for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Boumalne Dadès – Tinghir – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga Dunes (250 km)

After breakfast, set off toward the Merzouga dunes. Along the way, stop in Tinghir to explore its lush palm grove before venturing into the dramatic Todra Gorge, one of Morocco's most spectacular canyons, with towering rock walls rising up to 300 meters. Enjoy lunch on-site before continuing through the palm groves of Tinjdad, Touroug, and Erfoud.

Arrive in Merzouga, gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes, for an unforgettable camel trek through the towering golden sand dunes, culminating in a spectacular desert sunset. Spend the night in a traditional nomadic desert camp nestled among the dunes, an authentic Sahara experience under a sky full of stars.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – N'Kob – Tamnougalt – Ouarzazate – Marrakech (530 km)

After breakfast, journey back through the Draa Valley, passing through Rissani and N'Kob, crossing some of the most mysterious and remote desert landscapes in Morocco, dotted with scattered oases. Continue to Ouarzazate for lunch, before making the final drive back to Marrakech.

  • Transportation with a driver-guide
  • Comfortable, air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus
  • Half-board accommodation:
  • Night 1: Hotel stay in Boumalne Dadès
  • Night 2: Traditional desert bivouac camp in Merzouga
  • Camel ride through the open dunes of Erg Chebbi
  • Transportation insurance
  • Quality, reliable service
  • All taxes
  • Lunch
  • Local guide
  • Entrance fees for the Kasbah of Taourirt and Atlas Film Studios
  • Tips

Multi days

English
Espanol
Francais

Tour's Location

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Information Contact

Email

anirtours1@gmail.com

Phone

+212 677 84 24 24

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