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3-day group tour from Marrakech to the desert

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

Summary

  1. Day 1Marrakech, High Atlas, Ait Ben Haddou and Valley of Roses
  2. Day 2Valley of Roses, Tinghir, Todra Gorge and Merzouga desert
  3. Day 3Sunrise in the Sahara and return to Marrakech

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

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Marrakech, High Atlas, Ait Ben Haddou and Valley of Roses

    We start our 3-day group tour from Marrakech to the desert early in Marrakech, heading for southern Morocco. We cross the impressive High Atlas over the Tizi n'Tichka pass, enjoying spectacular mountain scenery and small Berber villages along the way.

    On the way we make a special stop at an argan cooperative run by Berber women, where you can see up close how different products are traditionally made from the argan fruit. A visit that reveals an important part of the culture and daily life of the local communities.

    We continue our journey to Ait Ben Haddou, one of the most iconic places in southern Morocco. We walk through its old streets and discover this impressive earthen ksar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    We then continue to Ouarzazate, known as the gateway to the desert, and on through the spectacular Valley of Roses.

    Here we will have the chance to see some of the traditional products made from roses, find out how they are prepared and learn about the importance of this flower for the economy and culture of the region.

    At the end of the day we stay in the Valley of Roses or Tinghir, with dinner and breakfast.

  2. Day 2

    Valley of Roses, Tinghir, Todra Gorge and Merzouga desert

    After breakfast we continue our route east, heading deeper into the landscapes of southern Morocco.

    Our next stop is the impressive Todra Gorge, huge rock walls that form one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the region.

    We continue through traditional villages, palm groves and desert landscapes until we reach Merzouga, the gateway to the great dunes of Erg Chebbi.

    In the afternoon one of the most awaited experiences of the trip begins: our entry into the Sahara desert.

    We ride camels into the dunes while watching the sun set over Erg Chebbi. We then reach the camp, where we enjoy a traditional dinner, Berber music and a night under the amazing desert sky.

  3. Day 3

    Sunrise in the Sahara and return to Marrakech

    We wake up early for breakfast at the camp and get ready for one of the most special moments of the trip.

    Then we ride back to the village by camel, crossing the dunes as we watch the sun rise over the Sahara horizon.

    Once we reach the village of Merzouga, our driver will be waiting for us to continue the journey back to Marrakech.

    On the way we can once again enjoy the landscapes of southern Morocco until we finally reach Marrakech, where our desert adventure ends.

What's included

  • Transport in a tourist vehicle throughout the trip.
  • Professional driver during the trip.
  • 1 night's accommodation in a hotel or riad in the Valley of Roses or Tinghir.
  • 1 night at a camp in the Merzouga desert.
  • Breakfasts and dinners during the trip, as per the programme.
  • Camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes.
  • Time to enjoy sunrise and sunset in the desert.
  • Dinner and traditional Berber entertainment at the camp.
  • Visit to Ait Ben Haddou.
  • Stop at the Todra Gorge.
  • Visit to the Valley of Roses.
  • Visit to an argan products cooperative.
  • Sandboarding on the dunes

Not included

  • Lunches during the trip.
  • Drinks.
  • Entrance fees to monuments or sites with paid access.
  • Additional services or activities not listed in the programme.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Tips for the driver and other services.
  • Any service not expressly listed under “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 Marrakech.
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 tent95 €47.50 €
Private tent with private bathroom135 €67.50 €
  • 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

Where does the 3-day desert tour start?

The tour starts in Marrakech. We arrange pickup at the agreed point and from there begin our route to the High Atlas and the Merzouga desert.

Is the 3-day tour from Marrakech a group tour?

Yes. This is a shared group tour, an ideal way to discover southern Morocco and the Sahara desert while sharing the trip with other travellers.

Where will we sleep during the trip?

The first night we stay in a hotel or riad in the Valley of Roses or Tinghir area, depending on the trip's organisation. The second night we sleep at a camp in the Merzouga desert, surrounded by the Erg Chebbi dunes.

Is the camel ride included?

Yes. The camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes is included in the tour price. Along the way you can enjoy the sunset and the Sahara landscape.

Will we see the sunrise in the desert?

Yes. On the third day we start early to enjoy the sunrise over the dunes. Then we have breakfast and ride back by camel to the meeting point, where our driver will be waiting.

Which places will we visit on the tour?

The route includes some of the highlights of southern Morocco, such as the High Atlas, Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, the Valley of Roses, the Todra Gorge and the Merzouga desert.

Does the tour include meals?

The tour includes the breakfasts and dinners listed in the programme. Lunches and drinks are not included.

Is the trip suitable for children?

Yes, families are welcome. However, bear in mind that some stages of the route are long and we spend several hours on the road.

What time will we get back to Marrakech?

Arrival in Marrakech is planned for the third day, although the exact time may vary depending on traffic, road conditions and the stops made along the way.

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