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3 days from marrakech to merzouga
The 3 Days from Marrakech to Merzouga is one of the most amazing journeys you can do in Morocco. This trip takes you from the busy streets of Marrakech through the beautiful Atlas Mountains, old kasbahs, and green valleys until you reach the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. You will see how the landscape changes every hour, from snow-covered peaks to rocky canyons and finally the soft sand of Erg Chebbi.
During this desert adventure, you will ride a camel across the dunes at sunset, sleep under the stars in a desert camp, and meet Berber families who live in traditional villages. The tour mixes culture, adventure, and nature, giving you a real taste of Morocco in just 3 days. Whether you love photography, history, or simply want to relax in nature, this tour will leave you with memories that last forever.
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Cross the High Atlas Mountains and enjoy amazing panoramic views.
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Visit the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Explore the Dades Valley and the spectacular Todra Gorge.
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Experience a camel ride in the Merzouga Desert at sunset.
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Enjoy traditional Moroccan food, mint tea, and Berber music by the fire.
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Spend a magical night in a luxury desert camp under the stars.
Your 3 days journey begins early in the morning from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. We drive through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m) with many stops to take pictures of the small Berber villages and the amazing mountain views. The first big stop is at Ait Ben Haddou, an old fortified village known for its beautiful clay houses and famous movies filmed there like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. After visiting the kasbah, we continue to Ouarzazate, known as the “Hollywood of Africa”.
After lunch, we drive through the Skoura Oasis and the Valley of Roses, where locals grow roses for perfumes and creams. By evening, we reach Dades Valley, also called the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs”. You will spend the night in a traditional riad or hotel with dinner and breakfast included.
After breakfast, the adventure continues through the beautiful Todra Valley until we reach the famous Todra Gorge, where high cliffs rise 300 meters on both sides. It’s a perfect place for walking and taking photos. Then we drive towards Erfoud, known for fossils and dates, before arriving at Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara Desert.
In the afternoon, you will meet your camel guide and start a magical camel ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi. As the sun goes down, the desert glows in golden and red colors — a moment you will never forget. When you reach the camp, you will enjoy Moroccan mint tea and a delicious dinner around the fire while listening to Berber drums under the stars. Tonight, you sleep in a comfortable desert camp surrounded by peace and silence of the Sahara.
Wake up early to see the sunrise over the sand dunes, one of the most beautiful scenes in Morocco. After breakfast in the camp, you ride the camel or drive back to Merzouga village, where you meet your driver again. We start the long journey back to Marrakech, passing through Rissani, Alnif, and the Draa Valley, full of palm trees and old kasbahs.
You’ll stop for lunch on the way and continue through Ouarzazate before crossing the High Atlas Mountains again to arrive in Marrakech in the evening. The tour ends at your accommodation, full of great memories from your 3 days desert tour to Merzouga.
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Private or shared comfortable transport with air conditioning
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English/French/Spanish-speaking driver-guide
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1 night in Dades Valley (hotel/riad with dinner & breakfast)
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1 night in Merzouga desert camp (dinner & breakfast)
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Camel ride in the dunes of Erg Chebbi (one camel per person)
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Sandboarding in the desert (optional)
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Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Marrakech
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Fuel and all local taxes
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Lunches
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Drinks
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Entrance fees to monuments
4.8 / 5
Based on 26K+ reviews
Customer
It was like traveling through different worlds in just 3 days. From the Atlas Mountains to the desert, every place was beautiful. The desert camp was clean and cozy, and the Berber music at night made it so special. The food was delicious too! Thank you for this amazing experience!
Customer
We joined this 3-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour with our two kids, and everything was well organized. The guide was kind, the car was comfortable, and the kids loved the camel ride and sleeping in tents. We felt very welcome everywhere we stopped. We will tell all our friends to try this tour!
Customer
Fantastic desert trip! It was my dream to see the Sahara, and it became real thanks to this tour. I loved Ait Ben Haddou, the Todra Gorges, and especially the night in the desert. The staff was professional, and everything ran smoothly. A truly unforgettable experience!
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Our 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga was the best part of our Morocco trip! The landscapes were breathtaking, and the camel ride at sunset was something we’ll never forget. Our driver Hamid was very friendly and told us many interesting stories along the way. We felt safe and happy all the time. Highly recommended!