3-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Tour & Desert Camp
Overview:
Embark on a 3-day journey through the heart of Morocco, experiencing its rich history, diverse landscapes, and vibrant culture. From the bustling city of Marrakech, you’ll traverse the majestic Atlas Mountains, explore ancient kasbahs, and marvel at cinematic landscapes. This tour offers a unique blend of historical exploration, natural beauty, and immersive cultural experiences, culminating in an unforgettable night under the stars in the Sahara Desert.
Highlights:
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Kasbah, a striking example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture and a popular filming location for Hollywood blockbusters.
- Visit the city known as “The Gateway to the Desert,” famous for its film studios and historic kasbahs.
- Enjoy the serene beauty of the Dades Valley, staying overnight in a private guesthouse with traditional Moroccan hospitality.
- Experience the breathtaking beauty of Todra Gorge, towering cliffs, and stunning natural scenery.
- Ride camels across the iconic Erg Chebbi dunes, experiencing the Sahara Desert’s magic.
- Spend a night at a luxurious desert camp with a traditional Moroccan dinner and the opportunity to stargaze in the clear desert skies.
- Drive through the scenic Draa Valley, renowned for its lush oases, ancient kasbahs, and picturesque landscapes.
- Discover the architectural wonders of Rissani, a town rich in history and tradition, before heading back to Marrakech.
Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the eastern half of Morocco in a modern, air-conditioned minibus. Our adventure begins at 7:15 a.m. with a pick-up from your Marrakech hotel, followed by a scenic drive over the Atlas Mountains to the ancient Kasbah at Ait Ben Haddou. Here, you’ll explore six remarkable fortresses within a walled city, feeling like you’ve returned to an era of gladiators and desert nomads. After a guided tour and lunch in the Kasbah, we’ll head to Ouarzazate, known as “The Gateway to the Desert” and famous for films like The Mummy and Lawrence of Arabia. A brief café stop here precedes our journey to the serene Dades Valley, where you’ll relax at a private guesthouse with an en-suite bathroom and enjoy a delightful Moroccan dinner, capping off a day filled with historical wonders and cinematic landscapes.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todgha Gorges – Merzouga
The next morning, after a hearty breakfast at our guesthouse, we’ll head to the breathtaking Todra Gorge, where the stunning scenery will make you wonder why it isn’t listed as a wonder of the world. After lunch, we’ll continue our journey to Merzouga, a true desert oasis. Upon arrival, we’ll mount camels and traverse the mesmerizing Dunes of Erg Chebbi, eventually reaching a Berber desert camp where we’ll spend the night. At the camp, you’ll enjoy a delightful evening meal and breakfast the next morning, before we embark on our final day’s journey back to Marrakech.
Overnight at Relaxing Desert Camp, a Luxury Camp
Day 3: Merzouga – Ait Ben Haddou – Marrakech
After a restful night at the Relaxing Desert camp, our camels will transport us back to Merzouga. From there, we will journey through the scenic Draa Valley, stopping at Rissani to admire the exquisite Moroccan architecture of its palaces, gateways, and temples, perfect for capturing memorable photographs. Our final leg takes us through Nqob and Tamnougalt, returning to the familiar city of Ouarzazate. We’ll pause for lunch at any local café before continuing our drive through the Atlas Mountains, arriving at Marrakech where our driver will drop you off at the airport.
Map
What is Include
- Comfortable Transport
- Multilingual Driver & Tour Guide
- Accommodation
- Camel Trekking in Merzouga
- Luxury Desert Camp: Relaxing Desert Camp
What is Exclude
- Food & Drinks
- Entrances fees
