05 days - Marrakech - Merzouga desert
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5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
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Why Choosing a 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga?
Choosing a 5-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga offers the ultimate opportunity to explore Morocco’s diverse landscapes at a relaxed and immersive pace. This extended journey takes you through the majestic High Atlas Mountains, where you’ll visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah and the cinematic city of Ouarzazate. You’ll have time to fully experience the beauty of the Dades and Todra Gorges, stopping in lush palm valleys and traditional Berber villages along the way. Upon reaching Merzouga, you’ll embark on a camel trek into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, witnessing a breathtaking sunset before spending the night in a traditional desert camp under a sky full of stars.
With an extra day, this 5 days desert tour from Marrakech allows for a deeper exploration of the Sahara, including a 4×4 adventure around the dunes, visits to nomadic communities, and a chance to experience the warm hospitality of the desert people. Perfect for travellers looking for a blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation, this tour ensures an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s most magical landscapes.
Highlights of the 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
- Cross the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying breathtaking views.
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Kasbah, a well-preserved example of Moroccan earthen architecture.
- Marvel at the impressive rock formations and landscapes of Dades.
- Explore the historical town with its traditional souks and historical significance.
- Witness the breathtaking sunrise over the Sahara and explore the dunes.
- Visit local nomadic communities and learn about their traditional way of life.
- Spend the night in a traditional desert camp, under the stars, with local music and cuisine.
Inclusions
- All hotel/riad transfers.
- Private travel from Marrakech in a comfortable A/C vehicle.
- English-speaking driver/guide.
- All dinners and breakfasts.
- Camel excursion to Merzouga camp.
- Comfortable accommodation in riad/hotel and Sahara camp.
Exclusions
- Lunches and drinks.
- Entrance fees to monuments(optional).
5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Itinerary
The 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga starts with hotel pick up then we will drive via the High Atlas Mountains, we explore the Ouarzazate, and visit the Atlas film studios. We do not miss a visit to Taourirt Kasbah, we continue to Skoura and Kalaat M’gouna. We will spend a night in Dades Gorges with dinner at the local riad or hotel.
After breakfast our 5 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga continues and we get to Tineghir with it’s beautiful palm grove. We explore the Todgha Gorges, and enjoy a short trek along the canyons of about 300 m high. We continue to Tinijdad and Erfoud. Once you arrive in Merzouga we spot the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Overnight in the desert hotel with dinner.
After breakfast, we will take a desert tour to explore the Sahara desert. We listen to Gnaoua music in Khamlia village and we enjoy a 4×4 off-road drive around the dunes of Erg Chebbi. We will take a 2 hours camel ride to watch the desert sunset. You will spend the night in the bivouac in Merzouga camp. Enjoy dinner and night in Merzouga Sahara desert camp.
The 5 days trip from Marrakech to Merzouga continues and we wake up early, to see a magnificent sunrise. We will ride the camels, back to the hotel. We continue to Rissani, we visit the Trilobite centre at Alnif. We visit N’Qob and explore the palm groves of Draa Valley near Agdz. We stop in Ouarzazate to have dinner and spend a night in a local hotel.
On the last day of the 5 days trip from Marrakech to Merzouga we travel to Taourirt Kasbah, then the local Atlas Film Studios and we drive to Ait Ben Haddou to visit Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou followed by travel to Telouet Kasbah. We continue through the High Atlas Mountains, toward Marrakech where our 5 days desert tour from Marrakech ends.
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