4 Days Tour From Marrakech To Merzouga Overview :
This 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga takes you on an unforgettable journey through Morocco’s beautiful desert. You’ll drive through the Draa Valley, filled with palm trees and ancient buildings, then cross the stunning Anti-Atlas Mountains.
Once in Merzouga, you’ll ride camels through the huge sand dunes of Erg Chebbi and sleep under the stars in a desert camp. On the way back, you’ll see the Valley of Roses and the 1001 Kasbahs Route, ending with a visit to the famous Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient village known for its beautiful buildings. This tour lets you experience Morocco’s desert, mountains, and history all in one trip.
- Duration : 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Starting Location : Marrakech
- Ending Location : Marrakech
- Departure : Everyday
The 4 Days Marrakech Desert Tour Highlights
- Cross the Tizi Ntichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains.
- Visit Ait Ben Haddou and the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Enjoy a scenic drive past the volcanic massifs of Saghro.
- Ride a camel in Merzouga while watching a spectacular sunset.
- Sleep under the stars in Erg Chebbi Sahara camp.
- Drive through the Valley of the Roses and visit the Todgha Gorges.
Itinerary for 4 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech :
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou
The 4-day desert journey begins with an early pick-up from the airport or your hotel in Marrakech. Then, take a drive across the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-N-Tichka pass. There will be stops for panoramic views .
Next, we visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, an old village that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This place has been used in many movies, like Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and even the TV show Game of Thrones. After that, we go to Ouarzazate, called “the gate of the desert.” You’ll have dinner and spend the night in a hotel.
Day 2: Ouarzazate – Draa Valley – Rissani – Merzouga Desert
After lunch, we continue our journey to the Sahara desert, passing through Rissani. Once we reach the huge Erg Chebbi sand dunes, you’ll switch to camels to ride across the desert. We’ll stop at the top of a tall dune to enjoy the stunning sunset.
Then, we’ll head to the camp, which offers traditional nomadic tents with the comfort of a hotel. At the campsite, you can enjoy Berber drum music and dance around the campfire, surrounded by the starry sky. We’ll have dinner and spend the night at the camp.
Day 3: Merzouga – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Boumalne Dades
After visiting the Rissani Souk, we head to Erfoud to see how fossilized marble is made. Then, we drive through the palm fields of Touroug and Tinjdad to reach the Todra Gorges. The river has carved out a beautiful canyon with tall, red cliffs on both sides. It’s a great place for rock climbing or simply enjoying the amazing views.
You’ll have free time to explore the Todra Gorges and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Afterward, we’ll stop for lunch at a restaurant. Then, we continue on to the Dades Valley, passing through Boumalne Dades. One of the highlights is a stop at the “Monkey Fingers,” a unique rock formation. From there, we’ll head up to a mountain with a stunning view of the valley below. Finally, we’ll have dinner and spend the night in a hotel.
Day 4: Dades Valley –Skoura – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
On the last day of your 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, we start by visiting Kalaa Magouna to see the Rose Valley, famous for its roses. In May, the Rose Festival takes place, where locals sell rose products like perfumes, rose water, oils, and cosmetics.
Then, we drive past other Kasbahs, including Amridil Kasbah, surrounded by a palm tree forest in Skoura. We’ll reach Ouarzazate, where you’ll have free time for lunch. Afterward, we drive to Marrakech, crossing the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass and the High Atlas Mountains. Finally, we’ll drop you off at your hotel or the airport in Marrakech, marking the end of the tour.
Tour Map:
What is Included and Excluded in Marrakech to Merzouga 4 days Tour :
Included :
- modern 4×4 or van driven by an English speaking driver/guide.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- 1-night in a private room at the hotel/riad
- Dinner & Breakfast.
- Overnight in desert camp
- Camel Trekking in the Sahara Merzouga.
Excluded :
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Beverages
Important Information Before Booking
Dietary Preferences:
- When making your reservation, please let us know about any dietary needs, such as vegetarian or vegan preferences. This helps us ensure your meals meet your requirements during the trip.
- Our guides choose restaurants known for fresh, high-quality food, but you can request specific restaurant stops if desired.
- Tour Customization:
- This is mainly a private tour, but you can join a small group by selecting our shared 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.
- For a more flexible experience, you can choose to drive directly to Merzouga on the first day, allowing more time to explore the desert on the second day.
Tour Options:
- The 3-day tour includes extensive driving on the third day. We recommend the 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga if you prefer a slower pace.
- For a deeper desert experience, a full day in Merzouga is ideal, which is included in our 4-day and 5-day tour.
4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Cancellation policy :
For a full refund, kindly cancel your 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert at least 7 days before the scheduled date. If the cancellation occurs within 7 days of your trip, the deposit becomes nonrefundable. Nevertheless, it remains valid for future use if you choose to reschedule. To initiate the cancellation process, please send us an email.
