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3-day excursion to Desert Merzouga from Marrakech

5.0(1 reviews)Marrakech, MoroccoOperated by Viajes Amazigh Marruecos
  • Duration3 days
  • GroupShared · max 16
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Travel from Marrakech through the exuberant route of the thousand kasbahs through the high Atlas Mountains, and through fertile valleys and oases. Explore tall, rocky gorges and spectacular sunsets among the sand dunes of the Sahara desert.

Day-by-day itinerary

3 days3 daysShared tourMax 16 travellers
Day 1Marrakech | Tzi Tichka | Ait ben Haddou | Dades Valley
  1. Ksar Of Ait-Ben-Haddou

    Ait Ben Haddou, 40000, Morocco

    2 hours

    Ait Ben Hadu in Tamazight: ⴰⵢⵜ ⵃⴰⴷⴷⵓ, Ath Benhadu; it is a "fortified city" or ksar. It is located in the province of Ouarzazate, in the Draa-Tafilalet region of Morocco. It stretches along the Ounila River.

  2. Morocco

    12 hours

    The Dadès Gorge is a deep ravine or gorge in Morocco located in the High Atlas, in the upper valley of the Dadès River, between the towns of Boumalne Dadès and Msemrir. It is a popular tourist destination.

  3. High Atlas Mountains

    Morocco

    30 minutes

    Tizi n'Tichka, or Tichka Heights, is the highest road pass in North Africa, at 2,260 meters high. The name of the pass comes from joining several words in Tamazight and means "difficult mountain pass". They link the south-east of Marrakech with the city of Ouarzazate through the Atlas Mountains.

  4. Ait Ben Haddou

    Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco

    2 hours

    Ait Ben Hadu in Tamazight: ⴰⵢⵜ ⵃⴰⴷⴷⵓ, Ath Benhadu; it is a "fortified city" or ksar. It is located in the province of Ouarzazate, in the Draa-Tafilalet region of Morocco. It stretches along the Ounila River.

Accommodation: Night in charming Riad.

Day 2Dades Gorges|Tinghir |Toudra Gorges | Merzouga
  1. Todra Gorge

    Tinerhir, 45800, Morocco

    30 minutes

    Erfud is a city located in an oasis of the Sahara desert, in the Draa-Tafilalet region of Morocco.

  2. 1 hour

    Erfud is a city located in an oasis of the Sahara desert, in the Draa-Tafilalet region of Morocco.

  3. Merzouga Desert

    Merzouga, Morocco

    45 minutes

    It is the pearl of the Sahara desert in Morocco, a true jewel very popular with tourists from all over the world. It is a small town in the southeast of Morocco, about 35 km from Rissani, about 45 km from Erfoud, and about 20 km from the Algerian border. Here we will leave the car to get on the dromedaries and take a walk through the dunes.

Accommodation: merzouga desert camp

Day 3Merzouga | Ouarzazate | Marrakech
  1. Draa-Tafilalet

    Morocco

    Pass by

    After enjoying a night in the desert. We will have another camel ride. Depending on the category of accommodation selected, they will have a shower in the hotel or in their own Jaima. We will start the return through the Draa Valley

  2. Ouarzazate

    Ouarzazate, Morocco

    2 hours

    Ouarzazate will be the main stop on this day back to Marrakech, we will take advantage of the stop to visit the Kasbah Taourit and have lunch (food not included)

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

We will pick you up at the door of this place.

End

Redemption

All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.

What's included

Included

  • Dinner
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Breakfast
  • Fuel surcharge

Not included

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Adult (18–99)

Additional information

  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A maximum of 6 people per booking

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 8 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Africa/Casablanca
Product code
12550P14

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

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