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Sahara desert tour · 3 days · from Marrakech

3-Day Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech

Cross the High Atlas, discover kasbahs and gorges, and ride a camel into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi for a night under the Sahara sky.

Private tour from €210 per person

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Duration3 days / 2 nights
Start and endMarrakech
Travel stylePrivate tour with driver
PriceFrom €210 per person

Tour highlights

Tizi n’Tichka passCross the High Atlas on Morocco’s most spectacular mountain road.
Ait Ben HaddouWalk through the famous UNESCO-listed kasbah village.
Dades and Todra gorgesDramatic valleys, red cliffs and quiet palm oases.
Camel trek at sunsetRide into the Erg Chebbi dunes as the sand turns gold.
Night in a desert campDinner, music and a sky full of stars in Merzouga.
Sunrise over the dunesWake up early for one of the most beautiful views in Morocco.
Camel caravan in the Sahara dunes of MerzougaKasbah of Ait Ben HaddouMountain road through the High AtlasRiver valley and gorges in southern MoroccoDesert camp tents in Merzouga at dusk

Day by day

Ait Ben Haddou kasbah

Day 1

Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou – Dades Valley

Pickup in the morning from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. We cross the High Atlas over the Tizi n’Tichka pass with photo stops along the way, then visit the kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. In the afternoon the route continues through Ouarzazate, the palm oasis of Skoura and the Roses Valley to the Dades Valley, where you spend the night in a guesthouse.

Stops: Tizi n’Tichka · Ait Ben Haddou · Ouarzazate · Skoura · Roses Valley

Gorge and river valley in southern Morocco

Day 2

Dades – Todra Gorges – Rissani – Merzouga

After breakfast we drive to the Todra Gorges, where you can walk between the high rock walls. The route continues through the Rissani area to Merzouga at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes. In the late afternoon you ride a camel into the desert to watch the sunset, followed by dinner and a night in a traditional desert camp.

Stops: Todra Gorges · Rissani area · Merzouga · Erg Chebbi

Sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes

Day 3

Sunrise in the Sahara – return to Marrakech

Wake up early for the sunrise over the dunes, then return to Merzouga for breakfast. After that we begin the drive back to Marrakech with rest stops on the way. The tour ends in the evening with drop-off at your riad, hotel or another agreed location.

Long driving day · arrival in Marrakech in the evening

What’s included

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Pickup in MarrakechPickup from your hotel, riad or another agreed location in Marrakech at the beginning of the tour.
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Private transport with driverComfortable private travel during the full 3-day route with an experienced driver.
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Guesthouse in Dades ValleyOne overnight stay in a guesthouse near Dades Valley, according to your confirmed package.
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Camel trekkingA camel ride into the Merzouga desert camp for the sunset and camp experience.
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Desert camp stayOne night in a traditional desert camp in Merzouga as part of the Sahara experience.
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Breakfasts and dinnersBreakfasts and dinners according to your accommodation category and confirmed package.
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Scenic and cultural stopsMajor route stops in Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, Skoura, Roses Valley, Todra Gorges and the Rissani area.
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Drop-off in MarrakechThe tour ends with drop-off at your riad, hotel or another agreed location in Marrakech.

Not included

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Lunches and drinksLunch stops are planned along the way; you pay on site.
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Entrance fees and local guidesOptional guided visits at monuments are paid on site.
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TipsTips for drivers and camp staff are optional and at your discretion.
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Travel insuranceWe recommend travel insurance for every trip.

Is this tour right for you?

A great fit if

  • You want to see the real Sahara dunes, not only the stone desert near Marrakech
  • You enjoy changing landscapes, mountains and old kasbahs
  • You prefer a private car and your own pace instead of a big bus group

Good to know

  • This is a road trip with long driving days, especially on day 3
  • Desert nights are cold in winter; summer days in July and August are very hot
  • Bring a small bag for the camp night; your main luggage stays in the car

Frequently asked questions

How much does the tour cost?

The private tour starts from €210 per person. The exact price depends on your group size and travel dates; we confirm it in writing before you book.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. You travel privately in a vehicle with your own driver, so you can stop for photos and adapt the pace.

What should I pack?

Comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sun cream, a scarf against sand and wind, and warm layers for the evening in the desert.

Can the tour start or end in another city?

Yes. Tell us your plans; for example, the tour can also end in Fes instead of Marrakech.

How do I book?

Send the form below or message us on WhatsApp with your dates and number of travellers. We reply with availability, the final price and the next steps.

Private tour

Price and availability

€210

per person, from

  • ✓ 3 days / 2 nights, start and end in Marrakech
  • ✓ Private car with driver
  • ✓ Guesthouse, desert camp and camel trek
  • ✓ Breakfasts and dinners included

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