6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert
What will the 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert be like?
This 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert will take you through a fascinating route from Marrakech to the Merzouga desert and back to the city, exploring varied landscapes, from the Atlas Mountains to the dunes of the Sahara. With the 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to the Merzouga, you will visit iconic places such as Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, and the Dades Gorges, and you will live a unique desert experience with camel rides and a night in the camp under the stars. You will also have time to relax, enjoy the local culture and explore the most remote corners of Morocco.
Duration: 6 days
Departure: Marrakech
Destination: Merzouga
Highlights of the 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert
- Enjoy panoramic views of the High Atlas Mountains.
- Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site, a well-preserved ancient Kasbah.
- Visit the Todra Gorge and enjoy the imposing cliffs and a lush oasis.
- Camel ride through the dunes to witness the sunset.
- Overnight in the desert camp.
- Stargazing in the clear desert sky.
- Explore the Draa Valley, known for its lush palm groves and ancient kasbahs.
- Explore the Erg Chebbi desert and nomadic families.
What is included?
- All transfers to the hotel/riad.
- Private transfer from Marrakech in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
- English and Spanish-speaking driver/guide.
- All dinners and breakfasts.
- Camel trek to Merzouga camp.
- Stargazing in the clear desert sky.
- Comfortable accommodation in riad/hotel and Sahara camp.
Itinerary
Pick up from Marrakech airport
Upon arrival at Marrakech Menara Airport, you will be met by our private driver who will escort you to your accommodation where you can rest and acclimatise to the vibrant pace of the city getting ready for your 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert. The rest of the day is free for you to start discovering the charms of Marrakech at your own pace, from getting lost in the exquisite souks to enjoying a traditional dinner in the famous Jemaa el-Fna Square, the beating heart of the city.
Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Valley of Roses - Dades Gorges
After an early breakfast, we will head into the majestic High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, the highest mountain pass in Morocco. During the 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert, we will stop at Ait Benhaddou, an adobe fortress recognized as a World Heritage Site, which has been the scene of numerous films. We continue to Ouarzazate, known as the ‘Gateway to the Desert’, and then head to the Valley of Roses, famous for its natural beauty and rose plantations. Finally, we arrive at the Dades Gorges, where we spend the night in a cosy riad, surrounded by breathtaking mountain scenery.
Dades Gorges - Todra Gorges - Merzouga - Dromedary ride - Overnight in the camp
Today's 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert begins with a visit to the spectacular Todra Gorges, a breathtaking canyon whose vertical walls reach up to 300 metres high. Continue to Merzouga, a small oasis in the Sahara desert, where you will change to camels for a ride through the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Upon arrival at the desert camp, you will enjoy a traditional Berber dinner under the stars, accompanied by local music and the majestic silence of the Sahara, an experience that will remain etched in your memory.
4x4 excursion in Merzouga desert
After breakfast at the camp, we will embark on a 4x4 excursion to explore the remote corners of the Merzouga desert. We will visit nomadic villages, fossil mines and the dry lake of Dayet Srij, a place of great natural beauty. You will have free time to relax in the desert or do optional activities such as sandboarding or quad biking in the dunes. In the evening, you will return to a riad near Merzouga to rest in a peaceful environment.
Merzouga - Berber villages - Draa Valley - Ouarzazate
The 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert begins with a drive through the Draa Valley, one of Morocco's most picturesque regions, known for its endless palm groves and charming Berber villages. Along the way, you will see the mud kasbahs that have witnessed centuries of history. We will arrive in Ouarzazate in the afternoon, where you can visit the famous film studios that have been the backdrop for major film productions. Overnight in a traditional riad in the city.
Ouarzazate - High Atlas - Marrakech
Return to Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains. Arrival in the afternoon and transfer to the airport or to the accommodation according to the traveller's needs. End of the 6 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert.
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Explore the places you can visit
El tour de 3 días desde Marrakech a Merzouga toma alrededor de 9 horas para llegar al desierto de Merzouga. Sin embargo, incluimos la primera noche en las gargantas del Dades para reducir las horas de conducción.