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The 3-day excursion from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert is unparalleled in its memorable and thrilling experience. This Sahara desert journey is truly unique, from the breathtaking view of the snow-capped Atlas Mountains to the fascinating oases and Todra Gorges and ending with dinner under a star-lit sky accompanied by Berber music and drums.
During the 3-day excursion to the Merzouga Desert, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, renowned for its appearance in several famous Hollywood movies. You will cross the longest valley in Morocco, the Draa Valley, and explore its magnificent palm groves and countless Kasbahs. Moreover, you will have the exhilarating sensation of witnessing the sunrise and sunset while riding a camel. You will discover that the desert excursions from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi Desert are nothing short of a perfect desert experience.
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Your private Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour will begin around 8 in the morning from your Riad or hotel. You'll embark on an exciting journey through the High Atlas Mountains, stopping at the Telouet Kasbah, where you'll be amazed by the magnificent traditional interior decoration of this Kasbah.
From here, we continue our excursion to the Merzouga desert, passing through the stunning Ounila Valley and exploring Berber villages, gardens, and Kasbahs. After a delicious lunch, you can visit the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, the most renowned Kasbah in Morocco. Passing through Ouarzazate, we head to the Skoura Oasis to explore the famous Amridil Kasbah.
Next, we will pass through Kalaa Mgouna and the Valley of Roses, where you can see and possibly purchase locally-produced cosmetic products made with Damascus roses. The first day of the Marrakech desert excursion will conclude with an overnight stay at a hotel in the Dades Valley.
After breakfast, we take the famous zigzag road through the Dades Gorges to reach one of Morocco’s most iconic viewpoints. The vistas of the canyon and the river running through it are spectacular.
We continue toward Tinghir, passing adobe kasbahs and palm groves, until we reach the Todra Gorges. Here we’ll stop to walk into the canyon and enjoy a short hike between its high walls. Later, in Touroug, you’ll see the traditional underground irrigation system that ancient tribes used to bring water from the mountains. There will be time for lunch along the way.
We then head to Erfoud, a gateway to the desert renowned for its fossils, and continue to Merzouga to enter the Erg Chebbi dunes. Before arrival, if you wish, you can purchase a scarf for your desert adventure.
We’ll ride dromedaries to the desert camp of jaimas, stopping to admire the sunset over the towering dunes and capture unforgettable photos. Your luggage will be transported in advance to your private tent. Upon arrival, you’ll receive a warm welcome and, after a short rest, dinner will be served in the camp’s restaurant. The night continues beneath an impressive starry sky, accompanied by traditional Berber music around the campfire. Overnight in jaimas (desert tents).
On the third day of your private desert tour, wake up before dawn for a memorable camel ride to watch the sunrise over the dunes. After returning to the camp (or lodge) for breakfast and a quick refresh, we depart Merzouga and make our way to Erfoud, a town famed for its fossil workshops and desert ambiance.
The journey continues to Rissani, cradle of the Alaouite dynasty and home to a traditional souk. Time permitting, you can stroll through its market streets to glimpse everyday life and local specialties before we resume the road toward Ouarzazate.
Upon arrival in Ouarzazate, you may opt for a stop at the city’s film studios to explore sets and learn about productions filmed in the region (optional). We then cross the High Atlas via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass and conclude the tour in Marrakech with drop-off at your Riad or hotel.
