Marrakech - High atlas - ksar ait ben haddou - Rose valley - Dades valley
Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou - After pickup in Marrakech, venture through the High Atlas, navigating Berber villages and the Tizi-n-Tichka pass to visit Ait Benhaddou kasbah. Following lunch (own expense), continue to Ouarzazate where you can explore Atlas Studios, Africa’s biggest movie studio, and Taourirt Kasbah, a former Glaoui Dynasty stronghold. Then, travel via the Skoura Oasis and Amerhidil kasbah to the Rose Valley.
Overnight: Maison D’hotes La Vallee des Figues or Similar
Dades valley - Todra gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga desert & camel ride
Merzouga Desert - After breakfast, walk through the Todra Gorge before heading towards the Erg Chebbi Desert. On route, take photos of Tinghir’s palm groves before a stroll beside the Todra River and a mint tea. Then, pass the Anti Atlas on the way to Merzouga and Erg Chebbi’s dunes edging the Sahara, where you’ll ride a camel and overnight in a bivouac camp, with dinner and drum music under the stars.
Overnight: Bivouac Dar Tafouyte or similar
Merzouga - Rissani - Anti Atlas - Draa valley - Marrakech
Draa Valley - Wake up early for the sunrise and a mint tea before a camel ride to a kasbah hotel for breakfast and a shower. Then, return through the Atlas Mountains to Marrakech, where your adventure ends at the original departure point.
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Camel trek ( One camel each)
- Drinks and Gratuities
- Lunches
Embark on a 3-day journey to the Erg Chebbi in the Merzouga Desert with our Marrakech Desert Group Tours. The itinerary encompasses a journey through the Atlas Mountains, the global heritage locale of Ait Benhaddou, and the valleys of the south. Recognized as one of Morocco’s most appreciated expeditions, this Marrakech to Merzouga 3-day tour is ideal for travelers seeking to explore the rich cultural legacy of the southern cities, irrespective of the dwindling time they have left in Morocco. Passing through traditional southern Moroccan villages and valley landscapes, our tour offers a glimpse of the Sahara Desert as it leads you from Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou- perfect for those desiring to leisurely uncover the history and culture of the south. Offering one of Morocco’s most beloved tourist schedules, travelers spend a night each in Merzouga and the Dades Valley, with another night in a luxury tent amidst the golden dunes. The experience amplifies as you reach the Sahara camp after a 90-minute camel ride with stunning sunset views over extraordinary red-orange sands dunes.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
