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2-Day Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

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2-day journey from Marrakech to the majestic Merzouga Desert, where golden sand dunes and Berber hospitality await. This express desert adventure takes you through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, offering panoramic views and stops at traditional Berber villages. You’ll explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah and visit the cinematic city of Ouarzazate, including Kasbah Taourirt and Atlas Film Studios.

Continuing through the scenic landscapes of Tinghir, Tinjdad, Jorf, and Erfoud, you’ll witness the transition from mountain to desert as you arrive at the edge of the Sahara. In Merzouga, after a short rest at your hotel, you’ll embark on a camel trek into the mesmerizing Erg Chebbi dunes. Enjoy the magical sunset, try sandboarding, and spend the night under the stars at Sanmao Desert Luxury Camp, accompanied by traditional drumming and a warm campfire atmosphere.

On Day 2, ride camels back to Merzouga at sunrise and begin your return to Marrakech. Travel through the Tafilalet palm grove and Ziz Valley, with opportunities to explore Berber towns along the way. After a stop in Ouarzazate, the tour ends in Marrakech in the evening.

This private tour is tailor-made and fully customizable. Your experienced driver-guide will ensure a comfortable and enriching experience, stopping at points of interest and sharing insights into Moroccan culture, landscapes, and traditions.

Price Includes

  • Pick-up from your hotel, riad, the airport, or any location of your choice
  • Private transportation in a 4×4 vehicle or minibus with air conditioning
  • Driver/guide
  • Private tour
  • Camel ride with experienced local guide
  • Traditional Berber music party with drums in a desert tent
  • One night in a traditional kasbah-style hotel

Price Excludes

  • Flights or airline tickets
  • Entrance tickets to palaces, museums and other attractions along the route
  • Tips
  • Pick-up and drop-off service
Tour itinerary

Tour itinarary

2-Day Private Desert Tour: Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara

This tailor-made private tour offers a unique and immersive journey from the vibrant city of Marrakech to the heart of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4×4 or minibus with an experienced English-speaking driver who will stop at your request, guide you through Morocco’s stunning landscapes, and introduce you to local customs and culture.

Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Merzouga

We’ll pick you up from your hotel, riad, bus station, or the airport at your convenience. The journey begins with a scenic drive through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains, offering panoramic views and stops in traditional Berber villages.

Next, we’ll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Benhaddou, a famous ksar used as a filming location for many movies. You’ll enjoy lunch either in Ait Benhaddou or Ouarzazate, where you can also explore the Kasbah Taourirt and the Atlas Film Studios.

From there, we continue through Tinghir, Tinjdad, Jorf, and Erfoud, where you’ll begin to sense the transition into the Saharan oasis of Tafilalet. Upon arrival in Merzouga, check into your hotel for a short rest.

In the late afternoon, embark on a camel trek into the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, an unforgettable experience with incredible opportunities to capture the sunset. Once you reach the Sanmao Desert Luxury Camp, enjoy sandboarding, watch the sunset from the highest dunes, and spend the evening under the stars with Berber drum music and a traditional dinner.

Day 2: Merzouga – Rissani – Ziz Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the dunes, then ride camels back to Merzouga. After breakfast, set off in a 4×4 vehicle towards Rissani, passing through the lush palm groves of Tafilalet and the scenic Ziz Valley.

Along the way, explore traditional Berber villages and stop for photos or short visits in places of interest. Arrive in Ouarzazate, where you may revisit the film studios or simply enjoy lunch before continuing your return trip through the High Atlas Mountains.

Arrive back in Marrakech in the evening, where we will drop you off at your accommodation.

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