3-Day Merzouga Desert Exploration From Marrakech With Camel Trek
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Overview
The Merzouga Desert in Morocco offers vast sand dunes and desert landscapes. This 3-day guided desert safari departs from Marrakech and includes travel through the Atlas Mountains with views reaching up to 4100 meters in altitude. The route passes Ouarzazate city, known as Moroccan Hollywood, then continues through Dades and Draa valleys, and Ait Benhaddou village before reaching the Sahara desert. The tour includes a camel ride trek across the desert and an overnight stay in a traditional desert bivouac camp under the stars. Accommodation is provided for one night in a desert bivouac and one night in a good Riad, both with half board including dinner and breakfast. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Marrakech are included. A driver and guide accompany the group throughout the trip. Lunch and drinks are not included. This tour lasts about three days and is suitable for those who can be accompanied by an adult if underage. Personal expenses are not covered by the tour price.
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Itinerary
Col Tichka Pass 2260m
Cross the Col Tichka at 2260 meters elevation. Observe the landscape from the summit or request the driver to take photos.
120 min
Kasbah Ait Benhaddou
Walk through Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its history. This castle is built on a high location in the Atlas Mountains and offers panoramic views. It has been used as a filming location for several series and movies. Learn about its history by moving from one door to another.
180 min
Ouarzazate and Atlas Film Studio
Visit Ouarzazate for lunch followed by a brief city tour. Then go to the Atlas Film Studio, known as Moroccan Hollywood with Egyptian style. This studio has hosted films and series such as Game of Thrones, Gladiator, and Alexander the Great. The visit provides insight into different cultures.
180 min
Dades Gorge Night Stay
Spend the night in the Dades Gorge area where the natural environment provides a description of the landscape.
720 min
Breakfast and Dades Gorges Visit
Have breakfast before continuing the journey to the desert. Begin by visiting the Dades Gorges, a notable natural site.
120 min
Todgha Gorge Exploration
Explore Todgha Gorge, a series of limestone river canyons in the eastern High Atlas. It is suitable for trekking and climbing. A short walk through the gorge is comfortable and enjoyable, with sounds of water and presence of other visitors.
180 min
Mountain Scenery and Lunch before Tinjdad
Travel through mountainous scenery and have lunch before arriving in Tinjdad.
180 min
Erfoud and Fossil Cooperative
Proceed to Erfoud through a wide natural area surrounded by arid mountains. The region contains numerous Paleozoic rocks dated between 245 and 570 million years. Research has been conducted here to find old rocks and fossils. Visit a fossil cooperative where old fossils can be seen and touched.
180 min
Merzouga Dunes and Camel Ride
Arrive at Merzouga dunes (Erg Chebbi) and take a camel ride to the desert. Enjoy the sunset scenery, meet the desert camp staff, and stay overnight with Sahrawian musical instruments.
840 min
Desert Sunrise and Return Camel Ride
Wake early to watch the sunrise in the desert and take photos. Return to Merzouga by riding a camel across the desert.
120 min
Ouarzazate Lunch and Visits
Have lunch in Ouarzazate and visit the city Kasbah and cinema studio, depending on time availability.
240 min
Arrival in Marrakech
Arrive in Marrakech in the evening.
180 min
Meeting point
Pick up from the riad or hotel with a comfortable and airconditioned car to leave the red city toward another adventure to the desert.
End point
Pick up from the riad or hotel with a comfortable and airconditioned car to leave the red city toward another adventure to the desert.
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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