4-Day marrakech to merzouga desert tour

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4 Days Desert Tour Marrakech To merzouga

You must be looking for a desert tour experience from Marrakech to avoid the hassle of the city without spending so much time seating in the car. You have come to the right place, this carefully crafted 4 days desert tour Marrakech to Merzouga will allow you to explore the southeastern part of Morocco at your own pace. You’ll come to terms with the “Berber” Amazigh culture, enjoy the breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains, the valleys, the dramatic Kasbahs & Ksers, the canyons & the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga Desert.

We can normally pick you up from your Hotel/Riad at 08 am, so we would appreciate it if you provide us with the accurate address of your accommodation so that we can reach easily, particularly if you are staying in a Riad in the heart of Marrakech Medina. We could sometimes arrange to meet up with you by the Cafe de France in the Square of Jemaa El-Fna if the Riad you are staying is not providing an accurate address.

– Drive through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains & enjoy the breathtaking views.
– Learn about the “Berber” Amazigh culture & how they have preserved the deep-seated culture of Morocco.
– Visit the majestic village of Ait Benhaddou with its UNESCO listed Kasbahs (fortresses).
– Stop by the Valley of Roses to sample the products extracted from the Roses.
– Spend the night in a nice and comfortable hotel/Riad in the Dades Valley.
– Stretch your legs in the Todra Gorges (Canyons)
– Have a camel ride experience in the Sahara Desert.
– Enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars followed by time of entertainment.
– Visit the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate & the Kasbah of Taorirt.

Please, note that the desert trip to Merzouga from Marrakech in 4 days/ 3 nights remains the most popular and stress-free desert tour one can go with. You’ll have less hours of driving compared to the 3 days Merzouga desert tour from Marrakech offering, therefore, an excellent opportunity to fully immerse in the unique culture while enjoying the breathtaking views.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Benhaddou - Dades Valley

After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad in Marrakech, you’ll embark on a lifetime journey down to the deep south of Morocco. Drive across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains with its impressive landscapes, unique flora & fauna offering excellent opportunties for taking memorable pictures. You’ll visit the dramatic village of Ait Benhaddo h u that was listed by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1987 because of its striking architecture comprising of numerous Kasbahs (fortresses) by the hill and the Ounila River.

After lunch, you’ll continue on the track further south to the Dades Valley while including a short break in the Valley of Roses. It’s in here you can learn about the different products that are made out of roses including rose water, soap, lotions and much more. Spend the night in a comfortable and well-equipped hotel/Riad in Dades Valley.

Day 2: Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert

Today, we will carry on our journey further south and you will begin to notice the signs of the desert through the barren rock plateaux. You’ll be surprised by the lush valley of Todra with its plam trees and the everflowing river. Stretch your legs in the impressive Todra canyons while enjoying the refreshing breeze before continuing on the track to the Sahara Desert through the administrative center of Erfoud. The city of Erfoud is known for the annual Festival of Dates and a designated dates market is located in the very heart which may include a visit to.

When we arrive in the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi, you’ll have a camel ride experience atop the dunes to attend the majestic view of the sunset. You may try sand boarding before getting back to the desert camp where you can have a delicious dinner served in a tented restaurant or under the stars in such a unique atmosphere.

Day 3: Merzouga Desert - Rissani - Alnif - Agdz - Ouarzazate

Early wake up in the morning, climb up the sand dune to attend the miraculous view of the sunrise. Have a nice breakfast under the sunlight before continuing on the track to Ouarzazate while including a short break in the city of Rissani. This city is know for the popular weekly traditional Souk “market” that takes place three times a week and is really a social gathering for the locals and for the Berber living the Sahara.

You’ll drive through the black desert plateau along the former volcanic mountains of the Anti Atlas. The views are stunning and the drive is enjoyable. Cross the Anti-Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tnifift pass before reaching Ouarzazte (Hollywood of Africa) where you’ll spend the night.

Day 4: Ouarzazate - High Atlas - Marrakech

After having breakfast in your Riad/hotel, you’ll head back to Marrakech while including a visit to the dramatic Kasbah of Taorirt, this Kasbah is located in the heart of the city and has a rich history. You may also want to include a visit to the Atlas Film Studios where many Hollywood celebrities have been filmed such as Gladiator, Lawrance of Arabia, Kingdom of Heaven, Prince of Persia and much more. Drive through the High Atlas Mountains while many short breaks for taking pictures or chilling out before arriving to Marrakech in the evening.

As always, once we arrive in Marrakech we will make sure to drop you off in the nearest location to your accommodation; however, if your Riad is in the very heart of the Medina, which is inaccessible by car, we will have you covered as we will arrange with the staff members of the Riad you are staying in to meet up with us in a designated point so that you they can escort you to your accommodation hassle-free…

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Included

Minivan, 4WD or Minbus for transportation
English speaking driver/guide
Fuel & tolls
3 Nights accommodation in Dades Valley, Desert Camp & Ouarzazate.
Camel ride experience for the sunset
Dinners & breakfasts are included
Local taxes
Unique experiences

Not Inluded

FAQs

Is this a private tour?

We certainly believe that the best way to dive deep in the Moroccan culture is through private tours. You can stop whenever & wherever you like while learning at your own pace. Shared tours tend to cramp travelers & you are controlled to follow a certain planned itinerary.

Long hiking pants – it enhances your comfort while riding on the camel
Long sleeve shirt to keep your skin protected from the scorching heat.
Sunglasses
Water bottle
Scarf or headband
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera

Shall we bring our towels with us?

If you choose the standard desert camp, yes please, as well as your shower condiments. For the luxury camp, they are supplied in your tent. There is no need to bring them with you.