- MARRAKECH
- PRIVATE
- 3 DAYS
- HOTEL/RIAD/CAMP
- DINNER/BREAKFAST
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3 Days Desert Tour Marrakech To MERZOUGA
Are you looking for a rewarding journey while escaping the hassle of Marrakech? we invite you to sign up for our private 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Your private driver/guide will show you another side of Morocco that remains hidden for the most visitors to Morocco.
You’ll spend your desert trip exploring the spectacular Atlas Mountains, the palm dotted valleys, the dramatic Kasbahs, the Sahara Desert and much more while learning about the deep-seated culture of Moroccans. Please, note that even though the tour entails many hours of driving, particularly on your 3rd day; however, it’s worthy.
We can normally pick you up from your Hotel/Riad at 08 am, so we would appreciate it if you provide us with the accurate address of your accommodation so that we can reach easily, particularly if you are staying in a Riad in the heart of Marrakech Medina. We could sometimes arrange to meet up with you by the Cafe de France in the Square of Jemaa El-Fna if the Riad you are staying is not providing an accurate address.
– Drive through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains & enjoy the breathtaking views.
– Learn about the “Berber” Amazigh culture & how they have preserved the deep-seated culture of Morocco.
– Visit the majestic village of Ait Benhaddou with its UNESCO listed Kasbahs (fortresses).
– Cross the old volcanic mountains of the Anti-Atlas with its geological formations.
– Have a camel ride experience in the barren desert.
– Enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars followed by time of entertainment.
– Visit the Atlas Film Studios in Ouarzazate & the Kasbah of Taorirt.
Please, note that the private 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga entails many hours of driving, especially in the last day as takes more than 10 hours of driving. However, the overall experience, which is enjoyable makes it easy for many travelers. In case you have more days in your schedule, then you can opt for the private 4 days desert tour Marrakech to Merzouga.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech - High Atlas - Ait Benhaddou - Dades Valley
- 6 Hours Drive
- 332 Kms/205.72 Miles
- Dinner/breakfast are Included
After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad in Marrakech, your private tour guide will pick you up for a lifetime experience. You”ll drive across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains with its authentic “Berber” Villages that are built in adobe & stones. The mountains offer stunning views for memorable shots. You may want to include a short break by an Argan Cooperative where local women extract the famous Moroccan Argan oil from the seeds using traditional methods.
Have a guided tour of the dramatic village of Ait Benhaddou, which is listed by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1987. It has been used as a backdrop for shooting numerous Hollywood Movies including Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Kingdom of Heaven, Prince of Persia and many others. The Kasbahs (fortresses) reflect a perfect example of the unique architecture. Drive through Ouarzazate (Hollywood of Africa) famous for the Atlas Film Studios before heading directly to the Dades Valley through the Valley of Roses where you may include a short break to learn about the different products that are made from the roses.
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Day 2: Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Erfoud - Merzouga Desert
- 4 Hours Drive
- 272 Kms/169Miles
- Dinner/breakfast are Included
After having breakfast in your hotel/Riad, you’ll continue on the track while including a short break in the dramatic Todra Gorges (Canyons), which is an impressive high cliff that has been a popular attraction worldwide. The palm dotted valley of Todra offers stunning views with its old Kasbahs & Ksers. Drive through Erfoud, famous for the annual Festival of Dates before reaching the golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Have a camel ride experience up the sand dunes to attend the majestic view of the sunset before heading back to our desert camp. Enjoy a delicious dinner served inside the tented restaurant or under the stars before ending up the day with a time of enterainment.
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Day 3: Merzouga - Alnif - Ouarzazate - Marrakech
- 10 Hours Drive
- 561 Kms/348 Miles
Early wake up in the morning to attend the miraculous view of the sunrise atop the sand dunes. Have a refreshing breakfast under the sunlight, then you may want to have a quick shower before having a long drive back to Marrakech through the barren desert crossing Alnif, Agdz, the spectacular Anti-Atlas Mountains, Ouarzazate before arriving in Marrakech in the evening.
As always, once we arrive in Marrakech we will make sure to drop you off in the nearest location to your accommodation; however, if your Riad is in the very heart of the Medina, which is inaccessible by car, we will have you covered as we will arrange with the staff members of the Riad you are staying in to meet up with us in a designated point so that you they can escort you to your accommodation hassle-free…
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Included
- Minivan, 4WD or Minbus for transportation
- English speaking driver/guide
- Fuel & tolls
- 2 Nights accommodation in Dades Valley & in Merzouga Desert
- Breakfasts & dinners are included
- Camel ride experience for the sunset
- Local taxes
- Unique experiences
Not Inluded
- Lunches on the way
- Beverages
- Tips when appropriate
- Admission fee to attractions if any
- Extras
FAQs
Is this a private tour?
We certainly believe that the best way to dive deep in the Moroccan culture is through private tours. You can stop whenever & wherever you like while learning at your own pace. Shared tours tend to cramp travelers & you are controlled to follow a certain planned itinerary.
Does the 3 days tour to Merzouga includes lots of driving?
Yes, Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour in 3 days is one of the most popular tours that travelers sign up for. However, you can go with the private 4 days desert tour to Erg Chebbi from Marrakech if you have more time to spend.
Are there any sand dunes in Merzouga Desert?
The Desert of Erg Chebbi or Merzouga is one of the main gates to the Great Sahara with the pure golden sand dunes that can pile up to 200 Meters high.
What should I pack when I travel to the desert?
On your next Morocco desert tour, make sure you pack the following
- Long hiking pants – it enhances your comfort while riding on the camel
- Long sleeve shirt to keep your skin protected from the scorching heat.
- Sunglasses
- Water bottle
- Scarf or headband
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera
Shall we bring our towels with us?
If you choose the standard desert camp, yes please, as well as your shower condiments. For the luxury camp, they are supplied in your tent. There is no need to bring them with you.
