5 Days Desert Tour to Merzouga from Marrakech
- 5 Days
- Marrakech
- Comfortable Vehicle
- + 1 People
5 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga | Private Morocco Tour
Description:
Discover the beauty of Morocco on a 5-day private tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert. Explore Aït Benhaddou, ride camels, and sleep in a luxury desert camp under the stars. Experience the High Atlas Mountains, Berber villages, and the magic of the Sahara.
5 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day private tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert. Travel through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, visit historic kasbahs, explore the stunning Dades and Todra Gorges, and experience an authentic camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes. Sleep under the stars in a luxury desert camp, discover the rich Berber culture, and explore the desert like a true nomad.
Desert Tour Highlights: 5 Days from Marrakech to Merzouga
- Drive through the High Atlas Mountains & Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Explore the famous Aït Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO site)
- Visit Dades & Todra Gorges – breathtaking canyons
- Enjoy a camel trek in the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi
- Sleep in a luxury desert camp under the stars
- Explore Merzouga Desert, including Berber villages & nomadic families
- Discover Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco”
Marrakech to Merzouga 5 Days Desert Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Aït Benhaddou – Dades Valley
Your journey begins with an early morning departure from Marrakech. Travel through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, passing through the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260m).
🕌 Visit: Aït Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featured in Hollywood movies
🏡 Explore: Traditional Berber villages & stunning landscapes
🏨 Overnight: Charming riad/hotel in Dades Valley
🍽 Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, continue your adventure towards the Todra Gorges, a breathtaking canyon with 300-meter-high cliffs. Enjoy a walk through the gorge, then head towards the vast Sahara Desert.
🐪 Experience: Camel trek in the Erg Chebbi dunes
🌅 Highlight: Sunset over the golden sands of the Sahara
🔥 Evening: Traditional dinner, Berber music & campfire
🏕 Overnight: Luxury desert camp in Merzouga
🍽 Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Wake up early to witness a stunning sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, embark on a full day of desert exploration.
🏡 Visit: Khamlia village, home to Gnaoua musicians
🌵 Explore: Nomadic Berber families & fossil workshops
🏎 Optional: Quad biking, sandboarding, or 4×4 desert adventure
🏨 Overnight: Authentic desert lodge or riad in Merzouga
🍽 Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4: Merzouga – Rissani – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, return by camel or 4×4 to Merzouga and continue towards Rissani, the former capital of the Alawite dynasty.
🛍 Visit: Rissani market – a traditional Moroccan souk
🏜 Explore: The incredible landscapes of the Draa Valley
🎬 Highlight: Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco”
🏨 Overnight: Comfortable riad/hotel in Ouarzazate
🍽 Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5: Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech
After breakfast, visit the famous Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate, a historical fortress once home to the Glaoui family.
🎥 Visit: Atlas Film Studios (optional)
⛰ Drive through: High Atlas Mountains with stunning views
🚗 End of Tour: Drop-off at your accommodation in Marrakech
🍽 Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included?
- Private transport in an air-conditioned 4x4 or minibus
- Professional English/Italian/Spanish-speaking driver
- 3 nights in comfortable hotels/riads
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp
- Camel trekking in Erg Chebbi dunes
- Breakfast & dinner daily
What’s Not Included?
- Lunches and drinks
- Entrance fees to historical sites
- Personal expenses and tips
Why Choose Us?
🌍 Private & customizable tour – Travel at your own pace
✅ No hidden costs – Transparent pricing
🏜 Expert local guides & professional drivers
✨ Luxury desert camp with top services
Book Your Marrakech to Merzouga Tour Now!
Ready for an unforgettable 5-day Sahara adventure? Contact us today to reserve your Marrakech to Merzouga tour and embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey!
Note: At Explore Morocco Holidays, if the tours we offer do not fit your requirements, please contact us, and we will adapt a tour to your unique needs.
Merzouga Dunes Picture!
