4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
What will the 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga be like?
The 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. It is considered one of the most famous desert tours from Marrakech booked by travellers, simply because it offers different Moroccan sites to explore; for example, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the study of the Atlas, gorges and valleys, plus a unique experience in the Sahara desert, which is a camel ride to the middle of the dunes to spend the night in the Erg Chebbi desert camp.
Mostly, the 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga is a good option for those who don't have time to explore Morocco for longer.
Duration: 4 days
Departure: Marrakech
Destination: Merzouga
Highlights of the 4 days desert tour from Marrakech
- 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.
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
Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate - Valley of Roses - Dades Gorges
Depart early in the morning from Marrakech through the impressive High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Visit the historic ksar of Ait Ben Haddou, a World Heritage Site. Continue to Ouarzazate, known as the ‘Hollywood of Morocco’, before exploring the Valley of Roses. End the day's 4 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert in the Dades Gorges, where you will spend the night in a traditional hotel.
Dades Gorges - Todra Gorges - Merzouga - Dromedary ride - Overnight in the camp
Enjoy a tour of the spectacular Dades Gorges before heading to the Todra Gorges, a place famous for its cliffs. Then, cross desert landscapes until you reach Merzouga. There, ride camels into the heart of the desert and enjoy a magical night under the stars in a nomad camp.
Merzouga - Berber villages - Draa Valley - Ouarzazate
Wake up early to admire the sunrise over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Return by camels or 4x4 to the village and then pass through small Berber villages on your way to the Draa Valley, known for its palm groves. Arrive in Ouarzazate at the end of the day, where you will spend the night.
Ouarzazate - High Atlas Mountains - Marrakech
Visit the film studios in Ouarzazate or the Taourirt Kasbah before returning to Marrakech, crossing the High Atlas Mountains again. You will arrive in Marrakech in the evening, ending this unforgettable 4 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.