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3-day group tour from Ouarzazate to the desert

  • Ouarzazate → Marrakech
  • 3 days · 2 nights
  • Night in the Merzouga desert
  • Shared group, max. 17

Summary

  1. Day 1Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Valley of Roses / Tinghir
  2. Day 2Todra Gorge – Merzouga – Camel ride – Desert camp
  3. Day 3Merzouga – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Free sandboarding on the dunes. Included on all our desert routes.

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Ouarzazate – Ait Ben Haddou – Valley of Roses / Tinghir

    Your adventure begins with pickup in Ouarzazate to visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the setting for films and series such as Lawrence of Arabia and Game of Thrones.

    After lunch in the village we continue along the picturesque Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, through spectacular landscapes to the Valley of Roses / Tinghir area, where we spend the night in a comfortable hotel or traditional riad.

    Night in the Valley of Roses / Tinghir | Dinner and breakfast included

  2. Day 2

    Todra Gorge – Merzouga – Camel ride – Desert camp

    After breakfast we start the day exploring the impressive Todra Gorge, where huge rock walls up to 300 metres high create one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in Morocco.

    We then continue to Merzouga, the gateway to the Sahara desert, where we meet our camel guides.

    We ride the camels on an unforgettable trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, enjoying the peace and beauty of the desert.

    At the camp you can watch a spectacular sunset over the dunes. In the evening we enjoy a traditional dinner, Berber music around the campfire and a sky full of stars.

    Night at the desert camp | Dinner and breakfast included

  3. Day 3

    Merzouga – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

    After breakfast at the camp we start our journey back to Ouarzazate before continuing to Marrakech.

    Along the way we cross some of the most impressive landscapes of southern Morocco, among mountains, valleys and desert scenery. We make a few stops at viewpoints to enjoy the views and take photos.

    We continue until we reach Marrakech in the late afternoon, where our 3-day tour ends.

    End of the tour in Marrakech

What's included

  • Pickup in Ouarzazate.
  • Transport by minibus or shared vehicle throughout the trip.
  • Professional driver/guide.
  • Transfer and arrival in Marrakech at the end of the tour.
  • 2 nights' accommodation: 1 night in a hotel or riad in the Valley of Roses / Tinghir area.
  • 1 night at a camp in the Erg Chebbi desert.
  • 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners.
  • Camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes.
  • Visit to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou.
  • Visit to the Todra Gorge.
  • Time to enjoy sunset and sunrise in the desert.
  • Traditional dinner, Berber music and campfire at the camp.
  • Stops to enjoy the scenery and take photos along the way.
  • Sandboarding on the dunes

Not included

  • Lunches and drinks.
  • Entrance fees to monuments or tourist sites that require a ticket.
  • Optional activities, such as a quad bike (ATV) in the desert.
  • Tips for the driver/guide.
  • Visit to Ait Ben Haddou and Todra €2–3.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Any service not expressly mentioned under “What's included?”.

Optional activities in the desert

Prices per activity, separate from the tour price.

Pickup and times

Pickup point
We pick you up at the accessible point closest to your accommodation. The exact time and place are arranged with you according to your location and the tour departure. Departure from Ouarzazate.
Duration
3 days and 2 nights. The tour ends in Marrakech.
Departures
Every day, with a maximum of 17 travellers per departure.

Prices and terms

Prices per person
Accommodation in the desertAdultChild (under 6)
Standard tent100 €50 €
Private tent with private bathroom140 €70 €
  • When you book you pay 50 € per booking with PayPal. The rest is paid in cash on the departure day.
  • Cancellation: if you cancel up to the day before departure, we refund the full amount paid.
  • From age 6 the adult price applies.

Frequently asked questions

What time does the tour start?

The tour starts with pickup in Ouarzazate. The exact time will be confirmed when you book.

Is it a group tour?

Yes. This tour runs as a shared group, so you will travel with other travellers along the way.

Where does the tour end?

The tour ends in Ouarzazate / Marrakech, usually in the late afternoon of the third day.

Is transport included?

Yes. Transport throughout the trip is included, usually by minibus or shared vehicle depending on the size of the group.

Is the camel ride included?

Yes. The camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes is included in the price.

Where will we sleep during the tour?

The first night you stay in a hotel or riad in the Valley of Roses / Tinghir area. The second night you sleep at a camp in the Erg Chebbi desert.

Will I be able to see the sunrise and sunset in the desert?

Yes. You will be able to enjoy the sunset over the dunes on the second day and the sunrise the next morning.

Are meals included?

The tour includes 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners. Lunches and drinks are not included.

Will we visit Ait Ben Haddou?

Yes. The itinerary includes a visit to the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Will we visit the Todra Gorge?

Yes. On the second day we visit the impressive Todra Gorge and have time to enjoy the scenery.

What activities are there at the desert camp?

You can enjoy the sunset, a traditional dinner, Berber music around the campfire and a sky full of stars.

Can I do a quad bike ride in the desert?

Yes. A quad bike (ATV) may be available as an optional activity at an extra cost.

Can I bring my luggage?

Yes. You can bring your luggage on the trip. For the night in the desert we recommend packing a small bag with what you need.

Can I book the tour if I'm travelling alone?

Yes. Solo travellers can book and share the vehicle with the rest of the group, subject to availability.

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