Discover the Merzouga desert in Morocco on this spectacular 5-day desert tour from Marrakech. An authentic, complete journey through the High Atlas Mountains, ancient kasbahs, green oases, dramatic gorges and the famous golden dunes of Merzouga. Enjoy a sunset camel ride, a magical night in a luxury camp in the heart of the desert and encounters with traditional Berber culture. This Merzouga desert tour combines adventure, unique landscapes and cultural experiences to reveal the most authentic beauty of the Moroccan Sahara.
Depart Marrakech at 9:00 am and cross the High Atlas Mountains over the Tizi n’Tichka pass.
Visit the Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate and the famous Ksar of Aït Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Lunch in Aït Ben Haddou.
Continue to the Dadès Gorges through the Valley of Roses.
Dinner and overnight in a hotel overlooking the Dadès Gorges.
After breakfast, drive to the spectacular Todra Gorges for a walk between the canyon walls.
Lunch in Todra or Tinejdad, and a visit to a traditional museum considered one of the most beautiful in Morocco.
Arrive in Merzouga at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Dinner and overnight in a traditional auberge.
Visit Khamlia, the village of Gnawa musicians, and discover the desert’s traditional culture.
Lunch in Khamlia.
Set off by camel caravan into the Merzouga dunes to watch the sunset over the Sahara.
Dinner and overnight in a luxury camp in the heart of the desert.
Return from the camp by 4×4.
Visit the fossil workshops of Erfoud and the large traditional market of Rissani.
Lunch in Alnif.
Walk through the Nkob palm grove and discover its oases and traditional kasbahs.
Dinner and overnight in a kasbah in the middle of the palm grove.
Visit the Tamnougalt Kasbah and the film studios of Ouarzazate.
Lunch in Ouarzazate or along the Tizi n’Tichka road.
Arrival back in Marrakech around 7:00 pm.
End of the trip.
The best time for this trip is from October until the end of July, when the weather is ideal for exploring Morocco’s desert and mountains.
Prices
| Group size | 1 to 5 people | 6 to 8 people | 9 to 14 people | 15 people or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price per person | 789€ | 580€ | 478€ | 387€ |
- Price includes
- • Transport by 4x4 or minibus with driver.
- • All accommodation in double or triple rooms.
- • All breakfasts and dinners (drinks not included).
- • Camel ride in the Merzouga desert.
- • Professional multilingual guide throughout the trip.
- Not included
- Flights.
- Travel and repatriation insurance.
- Personal expenses.
- Tips for the guide and driver.
- Meals in Marrakech.
- Lunches.
- Entrance fees to monuments.
FAQ: 5-day Merzouga desert tour
What is included in the 5-day desert tour?
The price includes transport by 4x4 or minibus with a driver, all accommodation in double or triple rooms, all breakfasts and dinners (drinks not included), a camel ride in the Merzouga dunes and a professional guide for the whole trip.
What is not included?
Flights, travel and repatriation insurance, lunches, meals in Marrakech, entrance fees to monuments, tips and personal expenses are not included.
Where do you sleep in the desert?
On night two you stay in a traditional guesthouse at the foot of the Erg Chebbi dunes, and on night three in a luxury camp deep in the desert, reached by camel caravan at sunset. The other nights are in a hotel by the Dadès Gorges and a kasbah in the Nkob palm grove.
When is the best time for this tour?
The best time is from October to the end of July, when the weather is ideal for the desert and the Atlas Mountains. In midsummer the Sahara gets very hot.
How much does it cost?
The tour costs from €350 per person. The final price depends on group size (1–5, 6–8, 9–14 or 15+ travellers). Send us your dates and we will reply with a free, no-obligation quote.