The best-selling 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour offers an excellent opportunity to discover the magic of the Sahara desert of Erg Chebbi while learning about the deep-rooted heritage of the nomadic people.
This 3 days desert trip from Marrakech will allow you to explore the most interesting highlights along the way including the dramatic Ait Benhaddou Village, the lush valleys of Todra & Draa, the Tafilalet oasis, the majestic desert where you will go on a camel ride experience before spending the night in the luxury desert camp under the stars.
Unlike the 3 days Sahara desert tour from Marrakech, the 2 days Marrakech to Zagora desert tour offers the opportunity to explore the desert in the shortest period of time being the closest desert to Marrakech compared to Erg Chebbi. However, if you have more time in your travel plan, then we recommend taking a look at the 4 days Marrakech desert tour.
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DAY 1 – Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Ait Benhaddou – Dades Valley
Early pick up from your hotel/Riad in Marrakech at 08 am by your experienced driver/guide before embarking on your 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour. Have a nice drive across the spectacular Atlas Mountains that offer stunning views with the “Berber” Villages that are scattered alongside the river.
After crossing the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m), you will have a guided tour around the dramatic Ait Benhaddou Village. The latter is listed by UNESCO as a world heritage site consisting of many Kasbahs (fortresses), which form a striking example of southern architecture.
After lunch, we will continue on the track further south to the Dades Valley passing by the lush valley of Roses where you may want to include a visit to a local cooperative to learn about their produce.
- Overnight accommodation in a comfortable hotel/Riad including dinner & breakfast.
DAY 2 – Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, your 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga will lead us to the impressive Todra Gorges where we will stretch our legs while enjoying the stunning views. You may want to include a visit to a local fossil factory in Erfoud before continuing on the track to the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes.
Go on a camel ride experience while enjoying the miraculous view of the sunset. Later, you will get to the luxury desert camp where you will have a warm welcome with tea and pastries followed by a delicious meal for dinner. You may want to stretch your legs in the soft sand dunes while gazing at the stars that illuminate the horizons before spending the night in your tent.
- Overnight accommodation in a luxury desert camp including dinner & breakfast.
DAY 3 – Merzouga Desert – Alnif – Nkob – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Early wake up in the morning, and enjoy the impressive view of the sunrise before having a refreshing breakfast. Our 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour will include a long drive back to Marrakech through the palm oasis of Nkob, Agdz, Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa), and the Atlas Mountains. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening hoping you go back home with memorable experiences from the majestic Sahara desert of Merzouga.