Highlights of ; 4 Day Trip from Marrakech to Sahara Merzouga
Spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains landscapes
Stop at the UNESCO world heritage of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Spend a night in the middle of the stunning Dades gorges
Panoramic aspects of Erg Chebbi dunes
Watch Sunset over the sand dunes
Experience Camel ride in Merzouga Desert
Do Sand Boarding activity
Overnight Camping at Zahra Desert Camp
Hearty dinner and party around camp fire (Berber Drums
Day 1: Marrakech-Tizi N’tichka Pass-Ait Benhaddou-Ouarzazate- Boumalne Dades.
Today, we pick you up from your Hotel in Marrakech, and departure to Ait Benhaddou over the mountains of high Atlas passing through the Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 m in altitude), visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and stop for lunch in a local restaurant.
In the Afternoon we will drive to Ouarzazate and stop near the atlas film studios for a photo then continue to the city center for a panoramic view of the kasbah of Taourirt.After that you will arrive to Boumalne du Dades for a night.
Dinner and overnight in a hotel.
Day 2 : Dades gorges –todra gorge – Merzouga
After the breakfast, we go from Dades gorges to the erg chebbi Sahara desert in Merzouga. Berber villages , you will walk around the Palm Plantations and enjoy the panoramic views of Todra River. Later on, we drive toward Tinjedad , Jorf and Erfoud in which we’ll feel the beginning of the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet, and the we continue to Merzouga,after relaxing few minuts in Merzouga,we go to ride the camels who are waiting to take us on an adventure in the sand dunes. we will spend the night in an camp(Nomad berber tents) with drums music in the middle of the Sahara,this is a great opportunity to take lovely pictures of the sunset and sunrise, when we arrive at the camp we go to a high dunes to see the sunset , we will spend the night in nomad tents.
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
If you wish you can get up early to watch the sunrise and return on camels to the hotel, here we will take a shower and you can continue traveling towards Rissani, stop to visit the market. A very important market that caters to all the surrounding villages,offering shops and stalls of all kinds.
We will continue the route to Ouarzazate, crossing the magnificent and spectacular Draa Valley with huge palm trees. Throughout the afternoon we will arrive in Ouarzazate where you will have dinner and spend the night
Day 4 : Ouarzazate – Marrakech
After breakfast we will start our trip to Marrakech via telouat and the high atlas Mountains visiting kasbah of telouat arriving Marrakech befor the sunset.
Included In the Price:
Private A/C Vehicle, 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser or comfortable spacious minivan in case of 5+ people + fuel
First night in Dades gorge. Private room with ensuite bathroom & shower
Second night in Merzouga Luxury desert camp, private tent with ensuite bathroom and shower
Third night in Ouarzazate. Private rooom with ensuite bathroom & shower
English/French/Spanish speaking driver during the tour
Pick up & Drop off at your Marrakech accommodation
1 hour camel ride each way
Dinner and Breakfast are daily included
Bedding configurations to suit your needs ( couples, friends, families with kids… )
Free time to explore the sites, Breaks for photos,..Etc
Sandboarding in the desert without extra cost
Customized & Flexible stops
No Shopping stops
Not included:
-Lunch
-Drinks
-Entrance fees to monuments, studios and Kasbahs ( visits are optional )
Additional info about Marrakech to Merzouga Desert tour
-At the accommodations, you will be staying in a private room at your preferred type
– At the desert camp, you will be staying in a private tent at your fancied type
-Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
-Children must be accompanied by an adult.
-Comfortable shoes for walking and Sandboarding, sport sneakers for example. Long sleeves and long pants or skirts are appropriate for the camel trek.
-Quad bike & Buggies in the dunes can be included as an extra.
-Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
NOTE : If the itineraries that we offer does not match what you’re looking for contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements