3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour.
A 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) offers the best Sahara experience, traveling from Marrakech the red city heading south of Morocco crossing the spectacular Atlas Mountain, Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, Dades and todgha Valley, and a camel trek to a Berber camp in Merzouga desert and back to Marrakech for the last day with a long driving about 10 hours driving so if you have time we recommend you to do 4 days 3 nights Marrakech to Merzouga desert to make your tour more comfortable
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Itinerary of the 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour
A 3-day/2-night Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour is covers the best highlights of the south of Morocco traversing the High Atlas Mountains, the ancient Kasbah of Aït Benhaddou is a historic, UNESCO-listed fortified village (ksar) The road of thousand Kasbah , Todgha canyon carved by the Todgha River. Famous for its 300-400 meter high, narrow, orange cliffs, it is a premier destination for hiking, rock climbing to reach Erg Chebbi dunes where you will have the best experience riding camels and enjoying the view of the dunes and overnight stays in desert camp.
Day 1 – Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Benhaddou – Skoura – Dades Valley
Your private 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert starts from your accommodation in Marrakech heading south to the Sahara Desert through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains over the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 meters). Beautiful “Berber” Villages built in adobe & stones can be seen from afar on the very edge of the mountains offering ideal opportunities for nice shots. You may include a short break by the woman Argan Cooperative to learn about the traditional methods used to extract oil from Argan seeds.
Explore the majestic Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO World Heritage Site) with its numerous Kasbahs (fortresses) built to provide shelter. After lunch, you’ll continue on the track Driving through the road of thousand Kasbahs and the Valley of Roses before reaching our final destination for today in Dades Valley.
- Overnight accommodation in Babylon, Riad Gabsi, or similar – Dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 2 – Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Erfoud – Merzouga
After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, you’ll continue on the track further south with a visit to the gorges Todra Gorge (canyons). You’ll have a nice walk to enjoy the views and appreciate the warmth of the locals. Get onto the road once again with a drive through Erfoud the fossil city before getting to the dunes of Erg Chebbi standing like an ocean. Have a camel ride to attend the miraculous view of the sunset, have a nice dinner, and spend the night in the desert camp in your private tent or under the stars.
- Overnight accommodation in a deluxe desert camp – dinner and breakfast are included.
Day 3 – Merzouga – Alnif – Nkob – Marrakech
Wake up early in the morning to enjoy the best view of the sunrise atop the sand dunes. and after your breakfast we will have a long drive heading back to Marrakech through the palm oases of Draa Valley and Ouarzazate. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening & we’ll make sure to drop you off at your hotel/Riad and ends of your Marrakech to Merzouga desert 3 days.
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What to pack for your Desert tour Marrakech to Merzouga desert 3 days?
* Long-sleeve shirts and pants (protect from sun and sand)
* A warm layer (desert nights can get surprisingly cold)
* Sunglasses (UV protection is essential)
* Electrolyte tablets or powder (very useful in heat)
* Small backpack for day trips
* Antidiarrheal medicine (just in case)
* A scarf or face covering (wind + sand = brutal)
Important Information about the 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour
Price Includes
- A/C & well-maintained 4WD driven by an expert English-speaking driver/guide.
- Pick up from your Marrakech hotel/Riad/Villa
- The first night at Hotel Babylon, Ksar Sultan, Xaluca Dades, or similar (private A/C ensuite room with dinner and breakfast).
- Camel ride journey for the sunset.
- Overnight in the Sahara Desert camp in Erg Chebbi (private ensuite tent) with dinner & breakfast are included.
- Local taxes
- Drop off at your Marrakech accommodation or in the closest accessible location if we can’t do it by car as we’ll make sure you get there safely by prior arrangement.
Price Excludes
- Beverages including water.
- Entrance fees to sites and places of attractions
- Lunches on the way
- Tips when appropriate.
Terms & Conditions
How to book this Morocco journey 4 days Marrakech to Sahara desert?We required a deposit via paypal and the balance we will cash the first day you meet your driver guide and if you want to pay with credit card there is an addition fee of 5% for the bank transaction.
The price for 3 days 2 nights Marrakech to Merzouga desert is based on the number of passengers, the quality of accommodation & time of traveling. Subject to availability. 2 nights accommodation in Dades Valley & in the desert camp in Erg Chebbi with dinner and breakfast.
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