Day 1: Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Dades 330km
Dades Gorges - Pick up at 08am from your Riad or any point of your choice, starting our 3 days and 2 nights Merzouga desert tour from Marrakech, and crossing the Tizi N Tichka pass of the High Atlas Mountains(2260m) enjoying the mountainous road and the spectacular Berber villages, to reach the Unseco world heritage site “Ait benhaddou village”, the fortified ksar with its beautiful Kasbahs. Ait Benhaddou has served as a natural scenery for many movie producers. You will go on a walk with a local guide crossing the river to the other side to discover The Ksar and climb to the top of the hill through the alleys of Ait-ben-Haddou, which is like rambling through the middle ages for an amazing view on the fertile Ounila river valley, surrounded by desertic landscape, and with the snow capped Atlas mounrtains as a background, the view from the top seems to encompasse the whole world. After Lunch we will continue to Dades Gorge via Ouarzazate and Skoura and the long valley of roses (the seasons of roses is in in late May). Upon arrival to Boumalne Dades, we will deviate into a secondary road heading up through Dades gorges. From here, we will enjoy beautiful Rock formations (Called the monkey feet) and fortified Kasbahs scenery along the Dades river, with the sunset as a backdrop. After a stop at the canyons for a drink or to admire the majestic scenery, we continue to our hotel. Dinner and overnight.
- Private accommodation in rooms or tents
- Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou
- All-inclusive meals with dinner and breakfast
- Honest pricing with no hidden costs
- Shopping experience without pressure
- Ample free time for exploration
- Enjoy Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, scenic walks, canyons, and photo opportunities
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation
- Airport and departure taxes
- lunches
Situated on the threshold of the Sahara Desert’s Erg Chebbi is the quaint town of Merzouga, a mere 20 km from the Algerian boundary where the tarmac road closes and the extensive sandy desert commences. Merzouga desert is typically the most preferred location in Morocco for those seeking camel expeditions and overnight desert encampments. A jaunt to the Sahara’s sand dunes, which necessitates a camel journey and an overnight stay in either a Berber tent or a high-end camp, is an essential experience. The camel ride, which lasts around an hour, traverses spectacular red-orangish sand dunes at dusk to arrive at the Sahara desert camp, where guests will dine on a lavish meal, delight in musical performances by the staff, and gather around a vibrant fire. However, please bear in mind that the drive from the erg chebbi dunes to Marrakech will consume at least ten hours. While this journey can be accomplished in three days, it is best enjoyed over a leisurely span of four to five days.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
