Marrakech/Fez: 3-Day Merzouga Desert Trip/Luxury/ATV Option
Marrakesh-Safi, Marrakech
Feel the heartbeat of Morocco, leave the busy streets of Marrakech behind and Travel through the majestic High Atlas Mountains, Kasbahs, and palm Valleys, all leading to the magical sands of Merzouga.
Atlas Mountains and Sahara Desert 3-Day Tour from Marrakech
This 3-day guided tour from Marrakech suits travelers interested in exploring the High Atlas Mountains, UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, and the Sahara Desert near Merzouga.
Highlights
- Scenic drive over Tizi n’Tichka Pass, North Africa's highest road pass at 2,260 meters
- Guided walking tour of UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a famous film location
- Watch the Sahara sunset and sunrise atop the Great Dune
- Option to return to Marrakech or continue to Fez to complete your journey
Description
Day 1: Pickup from your Marrakech hotel between 7:00 and 7:50 AM. Travel south through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing Tizi n’Tichka Pass with views of Berber villages, terraced hills, and snow-capped peaks. The approximately 4-hour drive to Ait Ben Haddou includes a breakfast stop at a local café and a photo break.
Explore Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou with a local guide on a walking tour to learn about its history and film heritage. In the evening, check in to your hotel and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner (drinks not included) in a tranquil valley setting.
Day 2: After breakfast, drive 3 to 4 hours with stops to Todra Gorges, known for its towering canyon walls and palm-lined riverbed. Lunch will be arranged nearby. Continue to Erfoud, famous for fossils and black marble, before arriving at Merzouga Desert to watch the sunset on the dunes.
Dinner is served at the camp restaurant followed by traditional Berber music and dance around the fire. Accommodation is provided in one of two camps, with or without air conditioning, depending on availability. Camp selection cannot be changed after booking.
Day 3: Wake early to view the sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast. Return travel depends on your chosen option.
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off from Marrakech
- Transportation throughout the tour
- 2 nights accommodation
- Camel ride
- 2 dinners and 2 breakfasts
Excludes
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Guides (outside of local guide at Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou)
- Sandboarding
- 4x4 vehicle rides
Cancellation Policy
Full refund available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.
For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing for temperature changes, and a camera. The tour operates year-round; the cooler months are more comfortable for desert activities.
