Merzouga is a small desert village in southeastern Morocco, famous for the Erg Chebbi dunes, some of the highest sand dunes in North Africa. It is a gateway to the Sahara, known for camel treks, desert camps, golden sunsets, and star-filled nights, offering an authentic Sahara experience.
3 Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
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3 Day Tours Marrakech To Merzouga
Marrakech,Merzouga
Included
- Daily hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Camel riding through the desert
- 2 nights' accommodation, including a night in a desert camp (standard or luxury)
- 2 dinners
- 2 breakfasts
- Stargazing experience with expert guides
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Additional activities
- Optional add-ons
Itinerary
Departure from Marrakech via the Tichka pass at 2260m altitude, visit the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, Lunch in Ouarzazate and visit the film studios and the Kasbah (if there is still time to do so), you will cross the magnificent oasis of Skoura, Kalaat M’gouna then the valley of roses to reach the gorges of Dades, you will spend a night there at the hotel ( Half board).
Departure in the morning to go even further in the desert to Merzouga, on the road you will visit the valley of the thousand Kasbah, Tinghir, Gorges de Todra, Erfoud, Rissani and the magnificent oasis of Tifilalte, to finally reach erg Chabi in Merzouga.
You will take a camel ride to admire the sunset and then join the bivouac where you will spend the night under the clear sky and full of stars. (Dinner on the spot)
In the early morning you will be able to admire the sunrise and have breakfast.
Departure to Marrakech through Erfoud, Ouarzazate where you will have your lunch.
Return to Marrakech around 7pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hotel or riad pick-up and drop-off, transport for the whole trip, a camel ride in the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga, 2 nights of accommodation with 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts (including a night in a desert camp, standard or luxury category) and a stargazing evening in the Sahara. Not included: personal expenses, travel insurance, additional activities and optional add-ons.
Here is the route of the tour, day by day:
- Day 1: Marrakech – Gorges of Dades
- Day 2: Gorges of Dades – Merzouga
- Day 3: Merzouga – Marrakech
Merzouga is about 560 km from Marrakech. On this tour the drive is split over two days, with a night in the Dades Gorges area, and stops at the Tizi n'Tichka pass, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate and the Todra Gorges on the way.
The most comfortable months for a Sahara tour are mid-September to November and March to May, with warm days and cool nights. From June to August daytime temperatures in the desert often pass 40°C, so the camel ride is scheduled for late afternoon. From December to February days are sunny and mild, but desert nights can drop close to 0°C, so bring warm layers.
Pack light layers for the day and a warm jacket or fleece for the evening, a scarf or headscarf against sun and sand, sunglasses, sunscreen and comfortable closed shoes. Keep a small backpack with your essentials for the night in the desert camp, plus a power bank and some cash for personal expenses and tips.
Yes. The camels walk at a slow, steady pace and the ride is suitable for most travelers, including children and first-timers. If you have back or mobility problems, tell us when you book so we can plan the best option for you.
Send us your travel dates and number of travelers through the booking form on this page, on WhatsApp (+212 771 979 097) or by email (contact@indreamstravelmorocco.com). We confirm availability and send you the final price, which depends on group size, season and the camp or hotel category you choose. Every itinerary can be adjusted to your pace and interests, so tell us what you would like to change.
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