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désert trip to merzouga dunes from marrakech

5.0(44 reviews)Marrakech, MoroccoOperated by Easy take travel
  • Duration3 days
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish, French
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

Explore a scenic route from the High Atlas via the Tichka Pass at an altitude of 2260m. Visit Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou and the old Kasbah of Talouet. Cross Ouarzazate, Valley of Roses, Todra Valley, and Dades Valley. Enjoy the big dunes of Merzouga by camel. Admire the fascinating sunrise and sunset at the Merzouga dunes. Discover the way of life of desert nomads. Spend a night in bivouac under the stars, after a traditional dinner around the fire.

Day-by-day itinerary

3 days3 daysPrivate tour
Day 1Marrakech - Ait BenHaddou Kasbah - Ouarzazate - Roes Valley - Dades valley

  1. Ait Ben Haddou

    Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco

    1 hour

    Visit this amazing fortified village to explore the amazing archeticture of the berber style

  2. Taourirt Kasbah

    Avenue Mohammed V, Ouarzazate, 45000, Morocco

    30 minutes

    Visit the Taourirt Kasbah in the heart of Ouarzazate city to witness the huge old pacha palaces.

  3. Valley of the Roses

    El Kelaa M'gouna, 45200, Morocco

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Stop to visit the roses valley, famous by its annual festival of roses and visit the cooperative of roses products running by local women

  4. Dades Gorges

    Ait Ouglif, Morocco

    1 hourAdmission included

    We will spend the night in this amazing gorges and enjoy the beautiful landscpaes along the Dades valley

Accommodation: Overnight in Hotel or Guesthouse in the Gorges

Day 2Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga Desert

  1. Todra Gorge

    Tinerhir, 45800, Morocco

    2 hoursAdmission included

    Visit this beautiful great canyon in the Atlas Mountains in Todra valley, this attractive place and the paradise for the rock climbers

  2. Merzouga

    Merzouga, Morocco

    2 hours

    Enjoy an hour and a half of camel riding experience and spend a romantic night in the dunes of Erg Chebbi

Accommodation: Overnight in Desert camp

Day 3Merzouga - Rissani - Draa Valley - Marrakech

  1. Rissani

    Rissani, Morocco

    1 hour

    Visit the biggest markets in Rissani and learn about the history of one of the oldest cities of Morocco

  2. Draa Valley

    Zagora, Morocco

    1 hourAdmission included

    Drive through the anti-atlas mountains to reach the draa valley, one of the largest palm grove in southern Morocco, visit the kasbah Tamnougalte

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

Pickup starts about 15 minutes before the departure time.

You can request a pickup location of your own.

Pickup locations992

The operator lists 992 pickup points. 37 are shown here; choose yours from the full list when you book.

Hotels & residences37

  • Riad 22 L'Etoile D'Orient22 Derb Jamaa, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Alena35 Rue Derb Jdid, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Le Pavillon De La Kasbah33 Derb Shbanat, Quartier Kasbah, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Al Nubala26 Derb Benzina, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad AmirwaDerb Moulay Abdul Kader n 59, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Hayat MarrakechRue Riad Zitoun el Kdim derb lahbab n_8, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Musa36 Derb Arjan, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Karyma’Bel by Mapiso24 Derb El Hammam, Marrakech, 4000, Morocco
  • Sun Hostel Marrakech5 Derb Si Said, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad zaida17 Der Boumba, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Jardin Sakina - Centre De Bien - Etre & Soins HolistiquesDouar Lakhmilate, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Belikoss Pool and SpaN 3 Derb Zenboueh, Haret Soura, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Hiranya145 Derb Jdid, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Hivernage Hotel & SpaRue Des Temples, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Babouchta & Spa38 Derb Rouda, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Amethyste162 Rue el Gza, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Serenis96 Derb Tizoukarine, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad CK Medina24 Derb El Hammam, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad la medersaZaouiat Lahdar, Derb Bouamer Nr. 34, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Sweet Jacob's Appartment Gueliz City CenterAvenue Khalid Ibn El Oualid Residence Soluna, N 10, Marrakech, 30000, Morocco
  • The Little Hara7 Derb El Ouartani, Mouassine, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad 052Riad Zitoune Lakdim 52 Derb Jamaa, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Camindia52 Derb Moulay Abdellah Ben Hsein, Ksour Medina, Marrakech, 40, Morocco
  • House Miss Rose146 Derb Snane, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Mini Princesse17 Derb El Ferrane Azbezt, Marrakech, Morocco
  • Club Les Almoravides HotelArset Djenan, Marrakech, Morocco
  • Riad Contessa74 Derb El Halfaoui, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad SofYan & Spa25 Derb Slima, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Eva76 Derb Moulay Abdul Kader, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Oasis Du Desert Boutique Hotel & SPARue Bin Lafnadek, N_32, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Dardar11 Derb Cherrata, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad El Khaeir Piscine Hammam & Spa141 Rue Chtouka, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Hotel KawakibRiad Zitoune Lakdim Derb Laafoo Nr 156, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Sultan Suleiman81 Derb El Hammam Kasbah, Riad Sultan Suleiman, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Tassili Marrakech24 Riad Zitoun Lakdim, Derb Lakhdar, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad Shakho105, Derb El Hammam, Mouassine, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • Riad SolangeRue De La Kasbah, Marrakech, 40000, Morocco
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

We pick up all travelers from their accommodation at 8 AM

Redemption

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pick up and Drop off
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Overnight in desert camp
  • Professional Driver/Guide
  • Camel ride (one camel each)

Not included

  • Lunches and Drinks
  • Tips and personal purchases

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–4), Child (5–10), Youth (11–18), Adult (19–65), Senior (66–99)

Additional information

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Languages

Guide
English, French

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 4 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Africa/Casablanca
Product code
111982P9

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

5.0/ 544 reviews
  • 544

Ratings aggregated from Viator (1) and Tripadvisor (43).

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