3 days From Marrakech – Sahara Tour
Tour from Marrakech
Overview:
The 3-days Marrakech to Merzouga Desert (Erg Chebbi) tour gives you the chance to experience the incomparable feeling of being in the middle of nowhere, find out about nomad life, and climb aboard their favorite mode of transportation, a camel, which will transport you to an authentic desert camp for the night.
Berber Desert Tours provides 3 days and more private, standard, and luxury (Deluxe) tours from Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara. On a Morocco small group travel, we also offer a 3-day shared tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert; please note that you will only be sharing transportation.
The price of a 3-day vacation from Marrakech to Merzouga is set by the number of tourists, the design of hotels (Standard, Luxury, or Mixed option (Medium), and also the season. Please don’t hesitate to contact us at any time.
Highlights in 3 days from Marrakech:
-Spectacular views of the Atlas Mountains landscapes
– Visit the UNESCO world heritage of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
-Visit Taourirt Kasbah & Atlas Studios in Ouarzazate
-Spend a night in the middle of the stunning Dades gorges
-Panoramic aspects of Erg Chebbi dunes
-Experience Camel ride in Merzouga Sahara
-Watch Sunset over the sand dunes
-Do Sand Boarding activity
-Overnight Camping at Merzouga Desert Camp
-Hearty dinner and party around campfire (Berber Drums).
Itinerary
1st day : Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate – Dadés Valley
On the first day of the 3 days from Marrakech tour, after breakfast, we will depart to Boumalne Dades. During this day, we will visit some incredible sites after driving via the wonderful High Atlas Mountains and the scenery of Tizi N’Tichka Pass. Today’s program includes visiting Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (UNESCO Heritage Site) which has been a backdrop for Hollywood movies such as Gladiator, The Mummy, and the TV show Game of Thrones.
After lunch in the Ait Ben Haddou village, we will visit Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) and the amazing Kasbah Taourirt. Then, we continue to Boumalne Dades by visiting The Valley of Roses on the way and traveling via Skoura’s palm groves. Overnight and dinner at a hotel in Dades Valley.
2nd Day : Dadés Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga – Camel Trek and overnight in Berber Camp
Our Sahara tour begins with admiring the beautiful landscapes and views of Dades Valley overlooking the ancient Kasbahs and the Anti-Atlas Mountains. Then, we continue driving to Tinghir. Afterward, we head to visit Todra Gorges where you will enjoy walking through the high and narrow cliffs. It is one of the destinations that rock climbers prefer. After having lunch in Todra, we will drive to Merzouga.
After reaching the Merzouga desert and having a Moroccan mint tea, you will start your experience with Erg Chebbi sand dunes riding camels. Next a nice camel trek in the golden sand dunes, we will reach the camp. It is also an unmissed opportunity to watch the sunset in the desert over the high sand dunes. Overnight and dinner will be at a Berber tent.
3rd Day: Merzouga Dunes – Draa Valley – Anti Atlas Mountains – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
In the morning, we will wake you up to watch the lovely view of the sunrise over the sand dunes and take some beautiful pictures. Then, we ride camels going back to Merzouga. After having breakfast and refreshing up, we depart to Marrakech. On our way, we will take a break to enjoy the amazing views of Draa Valley where the longest river in Morocco.
Then, the day continues to Ouarzazate before traveling to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N’Tichka Pass. Arriving at Marrakech is around 8 pm. After dropping you at the hotel, our 3 days from Marrakech come to an end.
What Is Included in 3 days from marrakech
- Transport in AC vehicle Minibus or 4×4
- English-speaking driver/guide during the tour.
- Spending one night in a nomad desert camp in Merzouga Dunes with a Private Tent
- Camel Trekking in Merzouga Dunes
- Pick up & Drop off at your accommodation
- Car Fuel
- 1-night in a private room at the hotel/riad (At your preferred room type)
- Camel Trekking (Camel per person)
- Sunset camel ride
- Overnight at the Desert Camp (At your preferred tent type)
- (Breakfast & Dinner) x 2
- 4×4 transfer from and to the camp (Alternative to Camels)
Not Included in the tour:
- Lunches
- drinks
- Tipping (Optional)
NOTE:
If this the 3 days from Marrakech we propose does not match what you’re looking for, contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements