



by Discover Sahara Tours
This fabulous 3-day small-group desert adventure starts in Marrakech, Morocco, and travels to Merzouga. The tour lasts approximately 72 hours and includes transportation with a driver and all fuel costs. Participants stay overnight for two nights in desert accommodations. Meals provided include dinner and breakfast; lunch and drinks are not included. A local Moroccan guide accompanies the group throughout the trip, providing information about the culture and history of the desert region. The tour also includes a camel ride in the desert. Tips and gratuities are not included.
Marrakech Departure
The trip starts with a pick up from the accommodation or a prearranged meeting point in Marrakech. The journey proceeds from Marrakech toward Boumalne Dades by crossing the High Atlas Mountains.
15 min
Tizi N'Tichka Pass
Arrival occurs at the Tizi N'Tichka pass, offering wide views of the mountains before continuing to the traditional Berber villages in the High Atlas.
15 min
Ait Ben Haddou Visit
The journey proceeds to Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where lunch will be provided and guests may choose to take a guided tour of the kasbah.
60 min
Tinghir Accommodation
Travel proceeds into the valley and onward to Tinghir, where the first night's accommodation is provided.
60 min
Boumalne Dades to Merzouga
After breakfast in Boumalne Dades, departure is made toward Erg Chebbi in the Sahara desert at Merzouga, passing through several Berber villages and the Todra gorges.
30 min
Erfoud Fossil Stop
There is an optional stop in Erfoud, a city recognized for its fossils.
30 min
Merzouga Camel Ride
The journey continues to Merzouga, where camels are found for a trip through the Erg Chebbi sand dunes.
30 min
Berber Camp Evening
After arriving at the camp, guests have the option to climb the sand dunes to observe the sunset over the sea of sand. Dinner and Moroccan tea will be offered in the Berber camp, accompanied by traditional drums and music performed around a fire. The second night of the trip is spent in Berber tents at this camp.
120 min
Agdz Return Stop
From Agdz, the route heads back toward the High Atlas Mountains. If lunch was not taken earlier, a break for lunch occurs here before continuing back to Marrakech.
30 min