3 days Merzouga desert trip from Marrakech
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About This Experience in Marrakech
Why Visit Marrakech?
Marrakech, Morocco offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Marrakech provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Marrakech
The easiest way to reach Marrakech is by flying into Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Camel riding
- Transportation in AC and comfortable vehicle
- Night with diner and breakfast in hotel in Dades valley
- Night with diner and breakfast in desert camp in Merzouga
- Fuel, tolls and any associated expenses
What's Not Included
- Lunches, drinks and entrances fees
- Local guide in Ait Ben Haddou
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
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Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
High Atlas mountains & fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou
The 3-day tour starts from Marrakech in the direction of Ouarzazate 10 hours
The 3-day tour starts from Marrakech in the direction of Ouarzazate. You get driven throughout the slopes of Atlas Mountains known as “Tizi-n-Tishka” which is regarded as one of the most twisted roads in the world. The pass stands at an elevation of 2,260m.a.s.l and has wonderful views, mountain streams, oaks, walnut trees etc. all along the way, the Berber villages and fields are terraced to the sides of the road. In winter, the pass is likely to be covered with snow. You proceed down to the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a distinctive location for moviemakers. Several foreign and local movies have been shot in the Kasbah, to name a few: Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, The Mummy etc. Once you get to Ait Ben Haddou, you get to leisurely stroll down though the walls of the Kasbah and have lunch before you continue driving to Ourzazate, the Hollywood of Africa, and then on to Boumalne Dades where the first day of the trip terminates. The road to the town is called the route of the thousand Kasbahs due to the tremendous number of fortresses and citadels spread in the region. Indeed, Dades (the main gateway to the Dades valley) remains a marvelous and cool town.
Todra Gorges & Erg Chebbi Dunes
After breakfast, you hit the road towards Toudra... 8 hours
After breakfast, you hit the road towards Toudra Gorges, about 14 kilometers inside the mountains from the town of Tenghir. Take a walk through its 300-metre canyon walls. Next, you follow the path further to the great southern oases into the Sahara desert (a place of tranquility and serenity). Upon your arrival to Merzouga, you will ride the camels across the great sand dunes into a desert camp. This will be one of the most thrilling and inspiring experiences during your stay in Morocco. On your way there, you will stop (occasionally halfway) for the mesmerizing view of sunset. By or before dusk, you’ll arrive to the camp where you’ll be greeted with tea shown your tents and have some time by yourselves. After dinner, there will be a musician soiree by the fire and you can walk up the dunes and see the mesmerizing starry sky and shooting stars.
Road back to Marrakech
First thing in the next morning, you enjoy... 11 hours
First thing in the next morning, you enjoy a memorable sunrise, have breakfast and then ride back the camels. You get back to your car and head to Rissani (ancient name “Sijilmasa”), the largest oasis in the country, with its adobe Kasbahs and palm groves, it’s worth a stop. Beyond Rissani, you take a detour for about 150 kilometers to the town of Tinghir across a vast area of mountains and acacia trees. You’ll stop for lunch in one of the villages on your way to Ouarzazate. The trip goes on in the afternoon passing another time yet by the Atlas Mountains before you arrive to Marrakech early evening.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
