Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari

Merzouga

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Duration

3 Day

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

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Overview

Discover the edge of the Sahara Desert on a 3-day budget tour from Marrakech, and explore the dramatic landscapes of the Dades Valley and Kasbah of Ourzazate. Ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi by camel, and sleep at a desert camp surrounded by high sand dunes.

HIGHLIGHTS

Discover the gates of the Sahara Desert at Ouarzazate
Ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes on a camel
Spend the night at a Bedouin camp
See the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou
Drive across the High Atlas Mountains
Take the back roads through the Dades Canyons
Enjoy an authentic Moroccan dinner under the stars

Itinerary

Day 1 : Marrakech - Ait Ben Haddou - Tinghir

After an early departure from the Marrakech hotel, your journey begins by crossing the High Atlas Mountains past one Berber village after another to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its Kasbah and fortified village, and previously used as a set for some famous Hollywood epics as well as a backdrop for some fashion magazines photo shoots. After some leisure time to explore the village with its Kasbah, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, then continue your drive through Ouarzazate, known as the Gate of the Sahara and onto Boumalne Dades, admiring the scenic drive along the road to Tinghir, where you can enjoy dinner and an overnight stop.

Day 2 : Tinghir - Todgha Gorges - Merzouga

Following breakfast, depart your hotel and drive to the dramatic Todgha Gorges, pausing for some free time to explore the canyons and enjoy lunch at a local café. Continue to Merzouga to meet your camel caravan. Then, experience the Erg Chebbi dunes on camelback and watch the sunset change the color of the sand. Reach your desert camp before nightfall and enjoy an authentic Moroccan dinner under the stars. Local nomads will provide the entertainment and show you how to play the Tam Tam drums. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stop.

Day 3 : Merzouga Ouarzazate - Marrakech

Following an early wake up to watch the sunrise before breakfast (optional), ride your camel back to the main road. Your driver will be waiting to pick you up for the transfer back to Marrakech. Stop half-way for lunch in Ouarzazate.

Included/Exclude

Pick-up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech
Transportation by modern, air-conditioned minibus (17 seats)
English / French-speaking driver/guide
Overnight stay in Tinghir at Hotel Bougafer 4* (including dinner and breakfast)
Camel trek in Erg Chebbi to watch the sunset and sunrise
Overnight stay at "Auberge Sahara" desert camp at Erg Chebbi (including dinner and breakfast)
Bedding at both accommodations
Access to toilets and showers at both accommodations
Private room (Hotel Dades) and private tent (camp)

Local guides – in Kasbah Ait Ben Hddou, if you wish to hire a guide to escort you for a visit of the Kasbah (available for an extra charge)
Lunches
Beverages
Tips to driver and any personal expenses
Bottled water

Tour's Location

Merzouga

FAQs

You can also book upgrades for the night in the Bedouin camp as an optional extra. Upgrade to the deluxe desert camp with a luxury private tent complete with ensuite shower, bathroom facilities, and 5* amenities. These upgrades need to be booked per person, contact us for more details.

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05/05/2019

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Mesmerizing and well organized trip!

This has been one of the most amazing trips I have ever had! The kasbahs and the desert are magical. It is so beautiful. The organization of the trip and the places we stayed at were perfect. Simo and his team are very professional and kind. I strongly recommend this excursion!

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Date

23/04/2024

Adults

Age 11+

Children

Age 6-10

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