
Tours
3-DAY TOUR: MARRAKECH – MERZOUGA DUNES
About us
The Essence of the Sahara in 3 Days and 2 Nights
In just 3 days, experience the most intense Saharan adventure from Marrakech. A fast-paced yet complete tour that brings together the best of southern Morocco: the dizzying passes of the High Atlas, the legendary UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, the canyons of the Todra Gorges and the magical vastness of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
On the program: a camel ride at sunset, an unforgettable night in a luxury Berber camp under a starry sky, with a traditional dinner and a drum show around the campfire.
The ideal tour for those who are short on time but don't want to miss anything the desert has to offer.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Crossing the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass (2260m)
- Guided tour of the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Journey through the Valley of Roses and along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs
- Stroll through the Tinghir oasis and the Todra Gorges
- Camel ride in the Erg Chebbi at sunset and sunrise
- Night in a luxury camp in the Sahara Desert with dinner and Berber show
- Departure from
- Marrakech
- Return to
- Marrakech
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Departure at
- 07:00
Itinerary
Pick-up at 7:00 from your accommodation in Marrakech. Departure across the High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Exceptional panoramic views of the Berber villages.
Visit of the legendary UNESCO-listed Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou. Free time for lunch.
In the afternoon, drive through Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Africa (photo stop and optional visit to the Atlas Studios). Continue along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs and through the Valley of Roses to your hotel.
Overnight in a Riad / Hotel in Boumalne Dadès with dinner.
Day 1
After breakfast, departure towards the Sahara. Visit of the Tinghir oasis with your local guide for a walk along the river.
Discover the impressive Todra Gorges, with cliffs 300 meters high.
In the afternoon, drive to Rissani, the cradle of the Alaouite dynasty. Visit its authentic souk and its date market.
Arrival in Merzouga in the late afternoon. Time to change mounts: you climb onto your camel for a magical crossing of the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
Arrival at the luxury camp. Traditional dinner under the stars and an evening of Berber drumming.
Overnight in a luxury desert camp with private facilities.
Day 2
Early wake-up to admire the sunrise over the dunes, an unforgettable sight. Camel ride back to the village and breakfast.
Departure for the long return journey to Marrakech via Ouarzazate and the High Atlas. Lunch at your own expense along the way.
Arrival in Marrakech around 19:30. Drop-off at your accommodation. End of our services.
Day 3
Location
Details
Included / Not included
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional driver
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Accommodation in a hotel in Boumalne Dades
- Accommodation in a desert camp in Merzouga
- Sunset camel ride in the Erg Chebbi.
- Local guide at the Kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou
- Tips
- Paid entrance fees
- Lunches and drinks along the way
- Drinks during dinners
Meeting point and pick-up
Pick-up from your accommodation at 06:45. If your accommodation is outside Marrakech, please contact us to confirm. If it is accessible by car, the driver will be waiting for you ten minutes before the scheduled time; if not, a nearby accessible meeting point will be provided.
Additional information
- You will receive confirmation at the time of booking.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Child seats available.
- Upgrade to a luxury camp with a private tent available at the time of booking (120 Eur per person)
- No particular level of fitness is required; most travelers can participate.
- Not recommended for people with heart problems or a serious medical condition.
Cancellation policy
- You can cancel up to 24 hours before the experience for a full refund.
- To receive a full refund, you must cancel more than 24 hours before the experience's start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- No changes made less than 24 hours before the experience's start time will be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time zone.
- This experience requires good weather. If it is canceled due to bad weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
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