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Marrakech to Merzouga 3-Day Desert Tour with Camel Ride and Sandboarding
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Marrakech to Merzouga 3-Day Desert Tour with Camel Ride and Sandboarding

by Morocco Trip

3 days
Marrakech
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Starting time
Monday 26 October 2026
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Overview

This 3-day bus tour travels from Marrakech through the Atlas Mountains to Merzouga in the Sahara Desert. Along the way, the group visits the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a World Heritage site, and walks through the Tinghir oasis. In Merzouga, each participant rides a camel individually into the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset. The tour includes a night at a desert camp, where dinner and breakfast are served and guests can share a campfire under the stars. The next morning, there is a camel ride at sunrise followed by sandboarding on the dunes. Transportation is by air-conditioned minibus throughout, with hotel accommodation before and after the desert stay. Lunches and drinks are not included, and a local guide is not provided at Ait Ben Haddou.

Highlights

Travel by air-conditioned minibus from Marrakech to Merzouga
Visit World Heritage Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and Tinghir oasis
Overnight stay in desert camp with dinner and breakfast
Individual camel rides at sunset and sunrise in the Erg Chebbi dunes
Sandboarding on the dunes of Merzouga

What's included

Transport in air-conditioned minibus with fuel included
Hotel accommodation and overnight desert camp stay in Merzouga
Dinner included during the desert camp stay
Breakfast included during the desert camp stay
Individual camel rides at sunset and sunrise plus sandboarding

What's not included

Lunches and beverages not included
Local guide service not included at Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah

Itinerary

1

ou'll depart from Marrakech's Jamaa El Fnaa square at 8 am, accompanied by your driver, to make your way towards Ouarzazate. On the journey, we'll cross the High Atlas Tizi n'Tichka pass, which stands at an elevation of 2260m Att.

30 min

2

Before proceeding to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, make a brief stop at the peak of the Atlas Mountains Tizi n Tichka for some stunning photography opportunities.

15 min

3

he Berber fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou is our primary destination for sightseeing today. This UNESCO-listed landmark has also served as a film set for many major Hollywood epics, including Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, and the Kingdom of Heaven. Upon arrival, we'll cross the river that separates the Kasbah from the main road and explore the village at our leisure.

120 min

4

Capture a picturesque view of the Atlas studios with your camera at this photography stop.

10 min

5

Take a brief pause to capture stunning photographs and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Roses Valley, where rose picking commences in April. Additionally, the first week of May boasts a three-day festival in celebration of the roses. Visitors can also purchase cosmetics products made from rose oil at the local associations.

10 min

6

Before reaching your lodging, there will be several stops for panoramic views along the way in the Dades valley.

10 min

7

Spend the night at the Tinghir hotel or a luxurious RIad in Dades or a comparable accommodation option.

960 min

8

Following breakfast, we embark on a journey from Tinghir to the Todgha Gorges, which is a stunning 15-kilometer-long valley filled with date palms. As we make our way through the area, we'll have the opportunity to appreciate the towering walls of grey and pink rock that encircle the road, and we can continue trekking alongside the 300-meter-high canyons for an unforgettable experience.

120 min

9

From Todgha gorges, we'll make our way to Merzouga's Erg Chebbi Sahara desert, passing through Berber villages like Tinjdad, Jorf, and Erfoud. As we journey through the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet, we'll stop for lunch in Tinejdad.

60 min

10

We continue our desert road to Erfoud (the capital of fossils) via Tinejdad (Berber villages). After the continuation of our adventure in the impressive dunes of (Erg Chebbi) Merzouga.

15 min

11

Next, we will journey to Merzouga where your guide and camels will be eagerly awaiting your arrival to take you on an unforgettable ride across the towering sand dunes of the Sahara Desert in Morocco. As the sun begins to set, you'll experience a magical camel ride that will lead you to our nomad desert camp in the heart of Erg Chebbi. With the rhythmic beat of drums filling the air, you'll enjoy a delectable dinner under a traditional nomad tent and spend the night surrounded by the stunning beauty of the Sahara.

960 min

12

After an early breakfast, drive back to the main road where you will meet your driver and drive to Kelaat Mgouna roses valley, .

180 min

13

Pass by Ouarzazate to the Atlas Mountain

240 min

14

Pass by Tichka Atlas mountain

10 min

15

By the close of day, we shall arrive at our ultimate destination, Marrakech. Once there, your driver shall leave you at your lodging, thus ending the service.

30 min

Languages

Arabic (guide)Arabic (written)German (guide)German (written)Chinese (Taiwan) (guide)Chinese (Taiwan) (written)Korean (guide)Korean (written)Portuguese (guide)Portuguese (written)Japanese (guide)Japanese (written)English (guide)English (written)Chinese (China) (guide)Chinese (China) (written)Italian (guide)Italian (written)French (guide)French (written)Spanish (guide)Spanish (written)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infant seats are available
Suitable for all fitness levels
Total
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