4 Days Tour From Marrakech to Merzouga

Overview of 4-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

Below is a 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga into the heart of the Merzouga desert where you will journey through the High Atlas Mountains and go through the famous Tizi-N-Tichka pass.. Moreover, walking through the country you will see places such as the Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah and attend the vibrant cities of Ouarzazate and Rissani. Additionally, you will travel by camel through the Sahara desert, watch fabulously beautiful sunsets and sunrises, and have a wonderful night in the desert luxury camp. This experience goes on through Draa Valley, it is the longest valley of river in Morocco before coming back to Marrakech.

It is important for the reader to know that this itinerary is quite open and may be adjusted to the client’s preferences. For the exact price and the peculiarities of the services, please, contact us. The frequency of the tour depends with the number of people to be offered the tour service and the quality of the accommodation offered..

Highlights of the 4-Day Desert Tour:

Discover this astonishing UNESCO area that shot to fame as a movie location.
Take a break for some spectacular views when traversing the high Tizi-N-Tichka mountain pass.
Go to this famous movie location of Atlas Studios.
In the Draa Valley you can marvel at the lush palms and Kasbahs typical of the region.
Explore a discomforting but glamorous camel riding across the Sahara desert dunes.
Enjoy a spectacular view of the sun setting against the horizon when up a high dune.
Explore a beautiful narrow valley surrounded by colossal red walls made by Todra River.
Take an interest in the almost intact architectural ensemble of the Amridil Kasbah situated in the south of Morocco and representing history and culture of the region.

Itinerary: 4-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate

If you’ve opted for our transport services from Marrakesh airport/ hotel to the starting point of your journey, your young rucksack adventure starts in the morning. First, you will get through high Atlas mountains and Tizi-N-Tichka pass. Besides, while touring you will be able to get close to and marvel at some splendid terrains. After that, you will be taken to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah for instance –this is among the most outstanding norms of the world heritage with films such as Gladiator and The Mummy. Then comes the road going to Ouarzazate known as the “Door of the desert”. Here, the tour includes the visits of the Taourirt Kasbah and Atlas Studios that served as the location for many films. Last not the least, you will spend the night in a clean hotel.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Agdz – Draa Valley – Merzouga Desert – Camel Trekking

In the evening after having breakfast, you will be taken on a tour around Ouarzazate and the Atlas Studios and Taourirt Kasbah. Then, head to the town of Agdz, where you will turn into the Draa Valley: Morocco’s longest river. On your way, you will see the isolated palm trees groves and the ancient Kasbahs of Ouarzazate and magnificent panorama views on Berber villages. It is recommended that after lunch in Nkob you proceed the further and reach the plains of the Sahara desert.

then, on arriving Merzouga, means getting on the camels and cross the dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch the beautiful stretch of the horizon as you strike a vantage point on a high dune, end the eveneng at an opulent desert camp. There will be night entertainment in the form of Berber music, listening and dancing round the camp fire and of course watching stars in the sky with the desert as the backdrop.

Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Boumalne Dades

When starting your journey try to rise early in the morning to catch the break of the dawn over the desert. After breakfast you have to go back to Merzouga either on camels or in 4×4 vehicle; your driver will be expecting you. The last point of interest is the town of Rissani, the largest adorned with a large souk that is much alive when markets are being conducted. Head for Erfoud after Rissani, visit a fossil workshop. Then, the drive passes through the Touroug and Tinjdad palmeraies and leads to the Todra gorges. These are grand colossal red cliffs ideal for walking and also rock climbing activities. Following the lunch continue with your travel to Boumalne Dades with a stop at the Monkey Fingers rock formation and Dades valley view point. Last of all you have dinner in the hotel then spend the night in the hotel.

Day 4: Dades Valley – Rose Valley – Palm Groves of Skoura – Amridil Kasbah – Marrakech

On the last day, proceed to Kalaa Magouna, famous for the Rose Valley for which people celebrate Rose Festival annually in the Month of May. It presents itself as a valley of roses, said to have shops selling rose water, rose oil and rose cosmetics. After that, drive through palm groves to the famous Amridil Kasbah which is an impeccable example of traditional architecture of Morocco. Then head to Ouarzazate for lunch before driving again over the Tizi N Tichka pass. Last, the 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga ends when you arrive in Marrakech where you will be returned to your hotel/airport.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 4 Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert tour entail?

This tour also provides private transportation in a 4×4 car or an a/c minivan with an English speaking driver cum guide. We will accommodate you in 4 star hotels and local rustic riads, for two nights and one night in a desert camp with an en suite bathroom. The package also covers the camel ride at the Sahara desert; all meals, including dinners and breakfast, during the entire duration of the journey.

What can I do during my camel trekking when I reach Merzouga?

The camel trekking involved takes you through the Erg Chebbi dunes. You will take camel ride to the highest dunes to see one of the most splendid sights the desert – the sunset. Following the expedition, you’ll move to an opulent desert camp in which can have Berber quarters, dinner; percussionist and dancing around a fire. Fascinating stargazing at night makes the experience very wonderful. The next day you can also view the sunrise in the desert before proceeding with your tour.

Is it possible to have a flexible bearing to the timetable in the 4-Day Desert Tour?

Yes the above itinerary can be adjusted depending on one’s preference or the number of days one intends to spend of the trip. You can include additional visits or spend more time in some areas for instance the Draa Valley or Merzouga. We offer private tour to ensure you get our services in accordance of your personal desire. For more detailed information about the available opitons in customization or the specific price quote for the adjustments depending on your preferences, please, directly contact us.

What Iv done and can be done in Todra Gorges and Dades Valley?

Some of the most interesting parts of the whole route are the drive across the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-N-Tichka pass. The tunr might be far from straight, but at least the vehicle’s air conditioned and comfortable, so anyone eager to experience the vistas is likely to do so with ease. In-between, there will be ample opportunity for photo-stops, key scenic overlooks, and food & drinks breaks so as to make the fight comfortable and stress-free as possible.

What I can do in Todra Gorges and Dades Valley?

Todra Gorges also offer little and easy treks along the breathtaking red Canyons. It also offers rock climbing for those more daring tourists here as well. The trip proceed to Dades Valley where you will have a stop at the Monkey Fingers and have view of the valley. Such activities as taking photograph and visiting local villages will be possible during the exercise.