Marrakech: 4D Desert to Merzouga w/ 2 nights in the desert
Kasbah of Marrakesh, Marrakech
Set out from Marrakech to explore the stunning beauty of the Sahara Desert in Morocco.njoy a picturesque drive through the verdant oases of the Draa Valley.
4-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech
This 4-day guided tour departs from Marrakech, ideal for travelers seeking an immersive Sahara Desert experience with two nights in Merzouga and extensive desert exploration.
Highlights
- Spend 2 nights in the Sahara Desert
- Ride camels across Merzouga dunes at sunset and sunrise
- Enjoy a full day in the desert with optional horse riding, quad biking, and visits to nomad families
- Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, featured in Gladiator and Game of Thrones
- Hike through Todgha Gorges' towering limestone canyons
Description
The tour begins with a drive over Tizi n’Tichka Pass, the highest paved road in North Africa. You'll visit Ait Ben Haddou, an ancient mud-brick fortress known from Gladiator and Game of Thrones films. Afterward, the journey continues along the Valley of the Roses to your kasbah hotel in Kalaat M’Gouna for dinner and your first overnight stay.
On the second day, hike through the 300-meter limestone Todgha Gorges before driving east through Berber villages and desert fortifications to Merzouga. Check into a desert lodge with a pool at the base of the Erg Chebbi dunes for dinner and overnight.
Day three is free to relax or engage in optional activities like quad biking, a 4x4 desert excursion to nomad families, or horseback riding. In late afternoon, take a camel ride into the dunes at sunset, followed by overnight in a private desert camp tent featuring a traditional Moroccan dinner and evening Berber drumming under the stars.
Wake early on day four for a sunrise camel ride before breakfast. Return to Marrakech via the Atlas Mountains, or choose to end your tour in Fes at no extra cost, traveling through Midelt, cedar forests, and Ifrane.
Includes
- Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned transportation with onboard Wi-Fi
- Driver-guide throughout the tour
- 1st night in a private hotel room with AC and bathroom
- 2nd night in a desert lodge with en-suite room and pool access (Merzouga)
- 3rd night in a private desert camp tent (standard or luxury)
- 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
- Sunset and sunrise camel rides
- Sandboarding
- Live Berber drumming and music at the camp
- Luggage handling and storage
- Drop-off in Marrakech or Fes (at no extra charge)
Excludes
- Local guide at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou (€2/person, optional)
- Optional desert activities
- Lunches and drinks
- Tips and gratuities
Important Information
- Tour starts at 7:00 AM on Day 1 and ends around 8:30 PM in Marrakech or 7:00 PM in Fes on Day 4
- Pickup available from Marrakech hotels and apartments; Medina riads require a nearby meeting point (check voucher for details)
- Night 1: standard hotel with private room and bathroom; Night 2: private Standard or Luxury desert tent
- Desert lodge has a swimming pool; bring swimwear if planning to use it
- Camel rides last 40–50 minutes each; long trousers recommended
- Multiple stops for sightseeing, photos, rest, and meals
- Luggage travels with you, stored in the vehicle during stops and overnight
- Lunch and drinks not included; bring cash (EUR or MAD). Lunch costs approximately €10–€13 per person
- Optional activities and prices: Quad biking €40 driver / €20 passenger (1 hour), 4x4 nomad excursion €35/person (group pricing), Horse riding €40/person; buggy rides priced on request; sandboarding is free
- Weather varies: hot June–September, cold nights November–February; pack layers accordingly
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book in advance to secure your preferred accommodation type and consider bringing long trousers and swimwear for desert activities.
