6 Days Morocco tour from Marrakech
- Duration: 6 days/5 nights
- Staring point: Marrakech
- Ending point: Marrakech
6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
Overview:
Our Morocco Tours team offer this unique 6 days Marrakech desert tour to Morocco’s passionate travelers. You will win the opportunity to be in two Moroccan deserts; Zagora and Merzouga desert, spending peaceful overnights in both deserts. In addition to the kasbahs of the Atlas, Berber villages and valleys along your Marrakech desert tour. Moreover, 6 days Marrakech desert tour will surprise you with a 4×4 desert excursion to see how nomads are living behind the dunes of the Sahara desert and feel their warm hospitality.
Highlights of the 6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech
- Drive through the High Atlas Mountains, enjoying scenic views.
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Kasbah, a well-preserved example of traditional Moroccan architecture.
- Visit the Valley of Roses, known for its fragrant rose fields.
- Marvel at the impressive rock formations and landscapes of Dades and Todra Gorges.
- Arrive at the gateway to the Sahara Desert, and embark on a camel trek into the dunes for a magical sunset.
- Visit 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.
Suggested itinerary for 6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech to Merzouga:
Day 1: Marrakech to Ouarzazate
6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech to Merzouga invites you to discover the Sahara desert in a guided camel excursion in Merzouga with Our Morocco Tours. The team pick you up from your hotel. The departure is to the high Atlas via the pass of Tichka. The next point is the castle of Telouet. The visit includes the castle of Pacha Glaoui. The day ends in the castle of Ait Ben Haddou by the valley, dotted with Berber villages. The way to Ouarzazate is taken. Overnight is in the hotel category.
Day 2: Ouarzazate to Zagora
The departure from Ouarzazate is at 7:30. The Kasbah of the stork and panoramic view is over the lake. We keep on to Agdz by the pass of Tinififfte. We take the road leading to the Kasbah of Tamnougalt Ali. Lunch is on the site. In the afternoon, Draa Valley is followed by its parade of palm to Zagora. Overnight is in Zagora at your accommodation.
Day 3: from Zagora to Merzouga
On the way to Merzouga, we move across lakes, rivers plains and rocky areas. Nomadic people are spreading everywhere along the way. The last point is the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga. Accommodation and sustenance are offered in your accommodation in Merzouga.
Day 4: Merzouga – Desert excursion- Camel trekking
Today the 6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech to Merzouga program is revolving around Merzouga. We start with the desert nomads taking tea and exploring the oasis. the next event to witness is paying a visit to the town of “black skin people ” and enjoy their music. The animal traction is the next event to happen. We trek camels heading for the dunes to watch the magnificent sunset over the sand dunes. The overnight is in a desert camp situated about 1 hour and a half away. Dinner is served under a starry sky.
Day 5: Merzouga- Todgha Gorges- Dades Gorges
The sunrise is the first event of our 6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech to Merzouga and we will enjoy it from the top of the high dunes. We return by camels to the accommodation. A shower and breakfast are necessary. The next point is Rissani, Erfoud, Tinjdad and Touroug. We reach the Todra Gorges. The Gorge is a unique and ideal place for hikers. Lunch is served on the site with a half-hour walking for the discovery of the Gorges. In the afternoon, we last on to the Dades Valley via Boumalen Dades. Overnight is the Gorges of Dades.
Day 6: Dades Gorges-Atlas mountains-Marrakech
The program of the 6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech to Merzouga will begin as follows. The first event is the transfer to the high Atlas Mountains and the difference between the desert and Atlas nomads is coming to light. The caves are there to see their way of living. We have a tea with them. The purpose is to discover their habits and traditions. We can share some joy with them by dancing and exchanging laughs. Lunch is served in Boutghrar, and then we go to the valley to Ouarzazate. Our services finish in Marrakech where our team drop you off at your accommodation and the 6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech to Merzouga ends.
⇒ For any other service, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to organise it for you.
Included in the 6 days Morocco tour from Marrakech
- 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.
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Frequently asked questions:
The 6 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga takes around 9 hours to reach Merzouga desert, However, we include the first night in Dades Gorges to reduce the driving hours.
- Pack appropriate clothing for the desert, including lightweight, breathable clothing, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen.
- Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring desert terrain.
- Bring a warm jacket or layers for cooler evenings in the desert.
The cost can vary significantly depending on the duration, type of accommodations, and inclusions. Budget options can start at around 200$ per person, while luxury tours can cost several hundred dollars or more.
Yes, a 4×4 car is available to take you to the camp as an alternative to dromedaries.
You will be staying at a private tent in the desert camp and have a private bathroom.
The answer is yes, you can bring your drinks with you to the camp.
