3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
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Discover the magic of the desert with our 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Book your Marrakech desert tour now for an unforgettable adventure
The 3 day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Erg Chebbi) is a chance to experience an incredible escape from the vibrant city of Marrakech. In under three days, you will live the incomparable feeling of being in the middle of the desert and get to know how the nomads live, ride camels through the stunning Erg Chebbi which will take you to spend the night through an authentic Sahara Desert Camp.
With the Marrakech Desert Tours 3 Days, you will be mesmerized by the captivating Sahara desert, so dive deeper into this fantastic experience by exploring all the specifics of our tour.
DURATION: 3 DAYS/ 2 NIGHTS
START: MARRAKECH
END: MARRAKECH
ACCOMMODATION: CHECK IT BELLOW
TOUR STYLE: PRIVATE
PRICE: CHECK IT BELLOW
Highlights of the 3 Days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
- Enjoying the panoramic views of the majestic High Atlas Mountains
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou
- Visit Taourirt Kasbah & Atlas studios in Ouarzazate
- Discover Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa”
- Travel and spend a night in the middle of stunning Dades Gorges
- Get to ride a camel trek into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Panoramic views of Erg Chebbi
- Do sandboarding activity
- Overnight Camping at Merzouga Desert Camp
Why private 3 days desert tour from Marrakech?
Opting for the private 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert through Desert Morocco Tours is your gateway to an unforgettable Desert experience. This customized journey comes with the comfort of a private vehicle and an experienced local guide/driver, who will be with you every step of the way from Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara and back to Marrakech, offering insights into the rich culture of this Moroccan region.
Our private Marrakech Desert Tour 3 days tour offers a personalized and exclusive experience that allows you to tailor the journey to your unique interests, requirements, and budget.
Furthermore, selecting your accommodations is possible, ensuring they align perfectly with your desires. To understand the possibilities that await you, please explore the suggested itinerary for this tour below.
3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga itinerary
Program Itinerary of The 3 Days Desert Tour From MARRAKECH TO merzouga desert:
Day 1: Marrakech - High Atlas Mountains - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Dades Valley [353 km]
Begin your 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga with an 08:30 am from your Riad in Marrakech. As we leave Marrakech, we will head towards the Dades Gorge, we pass through Tizi-n-Tishka where we stop several times to enjoy the mountain views until we reach the high point of 2,260 meters above sea level. We will make stops to see some small Berber villages along the way.
We will also stop to explore the magnificent Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its impressive architecture. Many famous movies were filmed here, like ”Kingdom of Heaven”, ”Babel”, ”Prince of Persia”, and ”Game of Thrones”. You will have plenty of time to explore this historic Kasbah and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
From there, proceed to Ouarzazate, often called the “Hollywood of Morocco.” Visit the Taourirt Kasbah, explore film studios, and learn about the movie productions that have taken place here.
Afterward, continue your drive toward the Dades Valley, passing through the ”Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” and the Valley of Roses in Kalaat M’Gouna, when we reach Dades Valley in the afternoon, we will take you to enjoy its stunning rock formations and make your way to your accommodation in the Dades Gorges area. Dinner and overnight at a comfortable Riad.
Day 2: Dades Valley - Todra Gorge - Erfoud - Merzouga [275 km]
On the second day of your 3 days tour From Marrakech to Merzouga desert, you will head to Tineghir, making stops at a scenic spot with lovely views of Berber villages and a palm tree-filled oasis. Nearby, there is a 300-meter-high canyon known as ‘Toudgha Gorge’ where towering cliffs rise on either side, you will walk beneath this deep canyon before continuing to the Merzouga desert.
You reach Merzouga in the afternoon, where you will find your camels waiting for a Sahara trip through the dunes of Erg Chebbi. During this camel trek, you will stop on a high dune to watch a breathtaking Sunset over the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Afterward, you will continue riding camels to the desert camp in the middle of the desert, one of the most beautiful places, you will have free time to relax and enjoy and receive a warm welcome with a cup of mint tea. Following a traditional dinner, you can sit around a campfire, enjoy the drums, and share stories with the Berber friends under the starry night sky.
Day 3: Merzouga - Rissani - Daraa Valley - Ouarzazate - Marrakech: [580 km]
Today, you will wake up early to witness the spectacle of a desert Sunrise from the nearest high dune to the camp. After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you will begin your return journey to Marrakech, you will take a different route along the stunning Draa River, which happens to be the longest river in Morocco, stretching 1100 kilometers.
Feel free to ask your driver/guide to make stops whenever you desire. Lunchtime will be in Ouarzazate, then Continue your journey towards Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains. Finally, we will drop you off at your accommodation, where our Marrakech desert tour will end.
Inclusive and Exclusive of the tour
inclusive:
Pick up & Drop off at your accommodation
AC modern vehicle 4x4, van or a minibus
English/Spanish speaking driver, or a driver with a tour guide
Private luxury tent in Sahara
Meals: Dinner and Breakfast
Camel trekking per person
exclusive
Lunches
Drinks
Tips ( optional)
Accommodations:
During the booking of the 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga with Desert Morocco Tours.
We would like to inform you that we offer only Luxury Desert Camps that include private tents with en-suite, and for the riads you have the option to select your accommodations that best suit your tastes & budget.
Here are some options to help you decide:
First Option:
1. First night: RIAD GABSI DADES, RIAD BABYLON DADES
2. Second night: JANNAT LUXURY CAMP
Second Option:
1. First night: HOTEL SULTAN DADES, XALUCA
2. Second night: JANNAT LUXURY CAMP
N.B: You have the possibility to mix your accommodations as desired. For instance, you could stay at RIAD GABSI DADES on the first night, JANNAT LUXURY CAMP on the second night.
3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga price:
The rate of the private 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert depends of the number of travelers in your group, and the category of your accommodation you would like to stay in.
Feel free to contact us to get the price of your group.
Additional info about Marrakech To Merzouga Desert Tour
_ At your accommodations, you will stay in a private room of your preferred type.
_ At the Desert Camp, you will stay in a private tent of your fancied type.
_ A vegetarian option is available, please advise at the time of booking if required.
_ The children must be accompanied by an adult.
_ Comfortable shoes for walking and Sandboarding, sports sneakers (for example). Long sleeves and long pants or skirts are appropriate for the camel trek.
_ Quads (ATV) and Buggies in the dunes of Merzouga can be included as an extra.
_ You will receive the confirmation at the time of booking.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The distance from Marrakech to Merzouga is: 560 km
You don’t need a sleeping bag, at our 3 Days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour, you will stay at an a very equipped Berber desert camp with all amenities.
sure, for travelers who don’t like to ride Camels, we use a 4×4 car to transfer them to and from the camp, without any extra charge as well. You just have to inform your driver, or at the time of Booking.
Our payment process is straightforward. To secure the booking, we kindly request a small deposit, which can be conveniently settled through PayPal, or bank transfer during the booking process. The remaining balance will be in cash on the first day of your tour to our driver/guide, in either Euros, Dollars, or an equivalent amount in Dirhams.
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