Agadir Desert Adventure: 4-Day Merzouga Erg Chebbi Desert Trip with Afro-Moroccan Music and Camping

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Embark on an exhilarating journey from the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, traversing the gateway to the Moroccan desert. Experience an enchanting evening beneath the deep blue celestial canopy adorned with sparkling stars, accompanied by Nomads harmonizing to the traditional Afro-Moroccan rhythms beside a warming campfire.

Duration: 4 days

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Agadir – Taroudant – Taliouine – Tazenakht – Agdz

Plage d’Agadir - Embark on an exhilarating road journey from the Atlantic Ocean, traversing the gateway to the Moroccan desert. Enjoy a magical night under the deep blue sky, surrounded by twinkling stars, with Nomads and their traditional Afro-Moroccan music by the campfire.
Begin with a pick-up…

Agadir – Taroudant – Taliouine – Tazenakht – Agdz

Begin with a pick-up from your accommodation in Agadir and craft a beautiful note about an incredible 4-day trip through the Anti-Atlas. Along the way, visit some Berber villages as you leave Agadir heading towards Agdz via Taroudant.

Magasin de Poteries Taroudant - This charming and historic town resembles a small Marrakech. Enjoy a brief visit to discover Argan oil, a renowned product in the Agadir region.

Maison du Safran - Stop in Taliouine to explore the world of saffron and meet the friendly local Berbers.

Tazenakht - The next stop is Tazenakht, famous for its warm-hearted people and traditional handmade carpets. Enjoy a delicious Berber lunch on the way.

Agdz - Continue to admire the natural landscapes along the High Atlas road, then proceed to the picturesque town of Agdz. Nestled in southern Morocco, enjoy views of the Atlas Mountains and explore the ancient Amazigh architecture with historic Kasbahs.

Discover the Jbel Kissane, known for its tagine dish shape. Agdz, meaning “resting place,” is aptly named and offers a delightful second night with welcoming Berber people and delicious Berber cuisine.

Agdz – Tazarine - Alnif – Rissani – Dune Merzouga Erg Chebbi

Ihmadi Trilobites Centre - Journey to Alnif, passing through vast natural landscapes. Surrounded by arid mountains, this area is rich in Paleozoic rocks, dating back 245 to 570 million years. Extensive research has been conducted here to uncover ancient rocks and fossils. Take a break for a tasty Berber lunch before reaching the next town.

Rissani - The next stop is Rissani, known for the mausoleum of Moulay Ali Sheriff, a serene and historic site adorned with beautiful tilework and a garden filled with date trees. Bees can be seen drinking from a fountain. It also serves as a gateway to the Moroccan desert.

Erg Chebbi Dunes - Arrive at Merzouga Dunes Erg Chebbi and enjoy a camel ride to the desert, witnessing a stunning sunset. Meet the desert camp staff and spend the night immersed in Sahrawian music.

Dune Merzouga Erg Chebbi - Arfoud – Todgha Gorge – Dades Gorges – Roses Valley - Ouarzazate – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou

Erfoud - After a night at Merzouga Dunes Erg Chebbi, savor a delightful breakfast and enjoy the sunrise while riding a camel through the golden desert.

Travel back to Arfoud, a journey filled with extraordinary sights of palms and beautiful landscapes. Feel free to ask the driver to stop for photos along the way.

Todgha Gorge - Discover the breathtaking Todgha Gorge, a series of limestone river canyons in the eastern High Atlas. It’s a natural wonder, perfect for trekking and climbing enthusiasts. A short walk through the Todgha and Dades Gorges is a pleasant experience, with the sound of the gorges, the presence of tourists, and the murmuring water.

Vallee Des Roses - Enjoy lunch at a beautiful, natural restaurant before experiencing the local Berber life, which preserves its traditional culture in Roses Valley.

Musee Theatre Memoire de Ouarzazate - Next, visit Ouarzazate for a delicious lunch. After a brief break and city tour, head to the Atlas Film Studio, Morocco’s “Hollywood,” with its Egyptian-style architecture. Renowned directors have chosen this location for filming iconic movies and series like Game of Thrones, Gladiator, and Alexander the Great.

Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - Proceed to Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a stunning and famous Kasbah. Walk through it and learn about its rich history. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a popular tourist attraction and has been featured in many films. After exploring, relax in a comfortable hotel at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and enjoy a delicious Moroccan Berber dinner.

Kasbah Ait Benhaddou – Taznakhet - Taroudant – Agadir

Tazenakht - After a night at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, enjoy a delightful breakfast at your hotel and take in the beautiful sunrise.

Begin the journey back to Agadir, revisiting any missed attractions. In Tazenakht, visit a carpet cooperative and find a rare carpet to add to your collection.

Palais Claudio Bravo, Taroudant - Morocco - Head to Taroudant for a snack before continuing the journey, admiring the natural landscapes along the Anti-Atlas road.

Plage d’Agadir - Return to Agadir in the afternoon.

What's Included

3 nights in a beautiful clean riads and a comfortable bivouac
Dinner
In-vehicle air conditioning
Breakfast
Camel Ride in the desert

What's Not Included

Lunch
Drinks
Personal Expenses

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Dominiquelo9080lk

Aug 8, 2025

Best Tour from Agadir to Merzouga - We booked the desert tour from Agadir to Merzouga. We are two young women aged 20. One day before departure, the driver introduced himself via WhatsApp and answered our questions. First day: We were picked up from our hotel on time, our drivers waited for us until we had breakfast. After being greeted by the two guides, we headed towards the Atlas Mountains and stopped again and again to take photos or learn something historical. We stopped for lunch at a small restaurant in the center of the city, the tour guides (Mohammed and Salmi) asked us if it was okay if we went to a traditional meal, we agreed and were even invited. We spend the night in a beautiful riad. Day 2: Drive to the desert, drive to the desert was very relaxed and very amusing, we could talk everywhere with Mohammed (Steve) and Salmi (Babba) and we even sang together. On the way we asked the tour guides if they knew a good place for a Hanna tattoo, Salmi (Babba) called relatives and asked if we could come by, we spent the whole afternoon with relatives of Salmi and got a nice Hanna tattoo. Her hospitality was very nice. After our stay we drove into the desert and spent the night in a luxurious desert camp (1 hour camel ride or by car). We were picked up from the camp by our guides and we headed towards the gorge, Salmi told us a lot of historical facts about the gorge and took photos of us and each other. We had lunch in a small restaurant that was very good and then drove on to our new riad which was also very nice. Day 4: After a good night we travelled home and visited an old town. Mohammed and Salmi accompanied us so that we did not have to pay too much if we wanted to buy something. After the visit we drove back to Agadir with several stops. About the tour guides Mohammed and Salmi: We had a very good relationship with them from day one, they welcomed us with joy and made sure we were well. When we got in and out, they opened and closed the doors for us. We got to play our own music in the car. During the 4 days we met and had good conversations, it never got boring, we always had a topic to talk about or discuss. Mohammed and Salmi also took care of us when we were at the desert camp and checked in the evening via WhatsApp to see if everything was fine. Lunch is not included, but the drivers invited us to dinner once or twice. Thanks to Mohammed and Salmi, we got to know Morocco from a different perspective, and that was because of the house call with the relatives. We chose our route with the tourgides independently. We miss our Babba (Salmi) and Mohammed (Steve ) already and look forward to another time.