Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Boumalne Dades

High Atlas Mountains - The adventure starts with a pick-up from your accommodation or a designated meeting point in Marrakech. The journey from Marrakech to Boumalne Dades begins by traveling through the High Atlas Mountains.

Tizi n Tichka - The trip reaches the Tizi N’Tichka pass, offering expansive views of the mountains, before proceeding to the traditional Berber villages of the High Atlas.

Ait Ben Haddou - The next stop is the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, where lunch is served, and an optional tour of the kasbah is available.

Boumalne Dades - The journey continues into the valley, arriving at Boumalne Dades, where accommodations for the first night are provided.

Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorges – Arfoud – Dunes of Merzouga

Todra River - After breakfast in Boumalne Dades, the journey proceeds to Erg Chebbi in the Sahara desert at Merzouga, passing through several Berber Villages en route to the Todra gorges.

Erfoud - An optional stop can be made in Erfoud, a city renowned for its fossils.

Merzouga - The trip continues to Merzouga, where camels await to take you on an adventure through the Erg Chebbi sand dunes.

Merzouga Desert - Upon reaching the camp, there is an opportunity to climb the sand dunes to watch the sunset over the sea of sand. Dinner and Moroccan tea are served in an authentic Berber camp, accompanied by traditional drums and music around a fire. The second night is spent in Berber tents at the camp.

Merzouga: Visit with the Nomads

Merzouga Desert - After an optional early morning to watch the sunrise over the sand dunes and breakfast, the journey continues into the desert to meet and have tea with a local nomadic (Berber) family. Other optional activities include visiting the abandoned village and mines of Mfis, experiencing the Gnaoua music of the region in Khemliya, and adding a quad bike experience in the dunes.

Merzouga – Rissani – Agdz – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Rissani - After an optional early morning to watch the sunrise over the sand dunes and breakfast, the return to Merzouga is by camel. From Merzouga, the journey continues to the small city of Rissani, known for its spices and shopping.

Agdz - From Rissani, the trip proceeds to Agdz, where there is an opportunity to stop for coffee/tea or lunch, depending on the timing and preferences of the group.

Ouarzazate - From Agdz, the journey heads back towards the High Atlas Mountains. If lunch was not taken earlier, a break for lunch is made here before continuing back to Marrakech.

• Dinner
• Tour guides and camel ride
• Breakfast
• Sandboarding available at your camp
• Transportation, driver and all fuel
• Nightly accommodations

• Beverages, Tips & Gratuities for Guides & Drivers

Please be aware that during the summer months, to ensure a comfortable experience, one night is spent in a Berber-style camp. The excursion to visit the nomads and surrounding areas begins later in the morning, and the second night is spent in a hotel at the edge of the dunes (such as Riad Chebbi or a similar establishment). This arrangement provides access to air conditioning and other hotel amenities, which are essential during the summer heat that can exceed 40°C (100°F).

Our aim is to ensure that every experience we offer is unique and memorable for each traveler. We design thoughtful excursions that can be tailored to individual interests. Being from Morocco, and specifically the desert, we are well-equipped to share meaningful insights into the culture and history of the regions we explore and visit.

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