3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour

Discover the beauty of southern Morocco on this unforgettable 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, travel through dramatic valleys and experience the magic of the Sahara Desert with a camel ride and an overnight stay under the stars.

3 days · From Marrakech

Duration 3 days
📍 Your journey starts in Marrakech
🥾 Level Easy
💵 From €240

Descubre los espectaculares paisajes de Marruecos en un viaje de 3 días desde Marrakech hasta el desierto del Sahara.

Atraviesa las montañas del Alto Atlas, visita Ait Ben Haddou, declarado Patrimonio de la Humanidad por la UNESCO, explora las Gargantas del Dades y descubre pueblos bereberes tradicionales antes de llegar a las doradas dunas de Merzouga.

Tu experiencia en el desierto incluye un paseo en camello al atardecer, la tradicional hospitalidad bereber y una noche inolvidable en un campamento bajo el cielo del Sahara.

Your 3-Day Morocco Itinerary

1

Marrakech to Dades Gorge via Ait Ben Haddou

Depart Marrakech and travel south through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2,260 m). Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ksar of Ait Ben Haddou. After lunch, continue through Ouarzazate, the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, and the Valley of Roses. Arrive at Dades Gorge for dinner and an overnight stay at a hotel or guesthouse.

2

Dades Gorge to Merzouga (Sahara Desert)

After breakfast, continue through southern Morocco toward Merzouga, passing Kalaat M’Gouna and Erfoud along the way. Upon arrival, enjoy a camel ride or walk across the desert dunes while watching the sunset. Continue to the desert camp for dinner, traditional Berber music around the campfire, and an overnight stay in traditional desert tents. (Note: a sleeping bag is recommended from October to April.)

3

Merzouga to Marrakech

Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the Sahara Desert, then return to Merzouga by camel. After breakfast, begin the journey back to Marrakech, traveling through Berber villages and diverse landscapes toward Ouarzazate. Continue through the High Atlas Mountains and arrive in Marrakech at approximately 7:30 PM. Drop-off will be at your hotel or the closest accessible point to your Riad.

Everything you need for a comfortable and memorable Morocco experience.

What’s Included

  • • Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
  • • Private air-conditioned transportation by minibus or 4x4
  • • English-, French- or Spanish-speaking guide
  • • 1 night in a guesthouse or hotel
  • • 1 night in a desert camp
  • • Breakfasts and dinners
  • • Camel ride in the Sahara Desert
  • • Visits to palm groves, gorges and fortified villages
  • • Berber music and drumming around the campfire

What’s Not Included

  • • Accommodation in Marrakech
  • • Lunches
  • • Drinks
  • • Travel insurance
  • • Tips
  • • Personal expenses

Precios del tour

El precio depende del número de viajeros de tu grupo.

2 personas €360 por persona
3–5 personas €320 por persona
6–8 personas €280 por persona
Mejor precio 9+ personas €240 por persona
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Rated 5.0 / 5 · 66 reviews · Travelers' Choice 2026

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"A huge thank you to Ahmed, official chief of the desert — the whole trip was pure magic. Elegance, kindness and unforgettable moments in the Draa Valley and Sahara Desert."

— Sylvie L.
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"Excellent from start to finish. Omar is a remarkable guide, passionate and knowledgeable. He taught us so much about the local flora, fauna and surrounding parks."

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"A magical, prodigious experience with muleteers and a cook. An extraordinary and unforgettable trek in the High Atlas with the ascent of M'Goun."

— Lau

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