Marrakech desert ITINERARY 3 days

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Embark On An Unforgettable Adventure Away From The Lively Streets Of Marrakech With Our Marrakech Desert Itinerary 3 Days In Just Three Days, You’ll Be Captivated By The Breathtaking Sahara Desert, Where You Can Witness The Magical Sunrise And Sunset.

Prepare Yourself For An Extraordinary Desert Journey With Our Private Marrakech Desert Itinerary 3 Days Experience Camel Rides Across The Stunning Erg Chebbi Dunes And Spend Nights Beneath The Twinkling Stars In A Luxurious Desert Camp.

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE Marrakech Desert Itinerary 3 Days :

  • Traversing the High Atlas peaks
  • Visiting the Ait Ben Haddou fortress
  • Experiencing the stunning Dades Gorge and Todra Canyon
  • Camel trekking across the Erg Chebbi sands
  • Savoring breathtaking sunsets and sunrises over the dunes
  • Relishing a beautiful night under the stars in a deluxe desert camp
  • Journeying along Morocco’s longest river, the Draa

MARRAKECH DESERT ITINERARY3-DAY :

DAY 1: MARRAKECH ⇢ HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS ⇢ AIT BEN HADDOU ⇢ DADES VALLEY (6 Hours Drive)

Begin your Marrakech desert Itinerary 3 days  with an 8:00 am pick-up from your riad or wherever you are in Marrakesh. We will leave the city behind and journey through the High Atlas mountains, reaching a high point called the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, which is 2,260 meters (7,415 feet) above sea level. We will make stops to see some lovely Berber villages on our way.

We will then visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, an old fortified village known for its unique Moroccan architecture. Many famous movies were filmed here, like “Kingdom of Heaven” in 2005, “Babel” in 2006, “Prince of Persia” in 2010, “Game of Thrones” in 2012, and the recent documentary “David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet” in 2020. You will have plenty of time to explore this historic Kasbah.

After a tasty lunch, we will head south along the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” to Dades Valley, passing through places like Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the Valley of Roses in Kalaat M’Gouna. When we reach Dades Valley in the afternoon, we will take you to some impressive rock formations known as the “monkey fingers” if there is enough time. If not, we will visit this unique place the next day. You will spend the night in a comfortable hotel of your choice.

Driving distance: Approximately 353 km

Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min

DAY 2: DADES VALLEY ⇢ TINGHIR OASIS ⇢ TODRA GORGE ⇢ MERZOUGA DESERT (5-hour drive)

We kick off the second day of your 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga with a tasty breakfast. Then, we will head to Tineghir, stopping at a scenic spot with views of lovely Berber villages and a palm tree-filled oasis. Nearby, there is a 300-meter-high canyon known as Toudgha Gorge. We will walk beneath this deep canyon before continuing to the Merzouga desert.

As we reach Merzouga in the afternoon, you will begin a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes. During this trek, you will stop on a high dune to watch a breathtaking sunset over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Afterward, you will continue riding camels to the camp, receiving a warm welcome with a cup of tea. You will have some free time to relax. Following a delightful Moroccan dinner, you can sit around a campfire with Berber friends who will play drums and share stories under the starry night sky. You will spend the night in a luxury desert camp of your choice.

Driving distance: Approximately 310 km

Driving time: Approximately 5 hr

DAY 3: MERZOUGA DESERT ⇢ DRAA RIVER ⇢ OUARZAZATE ⇢ MARRAKECh (9 Hours Drive)

Today, we highly recommend waking up early to watch a breathtaking sunrise from the nearest high dune to the camp. After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you can return to Merzouga town either by camel or in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle. From there, we will head back to Marrakech, but this time, we will take a different route along the Draa River, which happens to be Morocco’s longest river, stretching 1100 kilometers.

Feel free to ask your driver to make stops whenever you desire. We will stop for lunch in Ouarzazate and drive to Marrakech via the High Atlas mountains. Finally, we will drop you off at your accommodation, marking the end of this Marrakech desert Itinerary 3 days.

Driving distance: Approximately 560 km

Driving time: Approximately 9 hr

INCLUSIVE AND EXCLUSIVE OF THE TOUR

INCLUSIVE:

  • Pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Marrakech
  • A/C modern 4×4 SUV, a van, or a minibus
  • English-speaking driver or a driver and an English-speaking tour guide (If you prefer another language, kindly inform us in advance)
  • First and second-night accommodations
  • Meals: 2 dinners & 2 breakfasts
  • Camel trekking experience
  • Sandboarding

EXCLUSIVE:

  • Lunches
  • Beverages
  • Entrance fees, when needed
  • Tips (optional)

Know Before You Go

  • The cost of the tour is dependent on the size of your group.
  • We offer the flexibility to extend this tour to a 4-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, should you prefer.
  • Please note that the driving times mentioned exclude stops for sightseeing, photo opportunities, or meals.
  • Be prepared for a lengthy drive on Day 3 as we journey back from Merzouga to Marrakech.
  • Our 4×4 vehicles comfortably accommodate up to four adults. For groups of five or more, a van will be provided.
  • We recommend starting your desert adventure between 07:30 and 08:00 AM on the first day.
  • Sandboards are readily available for you to use at your leisure
  • Solo travelers are welcome to join our Group 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga tour.

Marrakech to Merzouga 3 Days Tour Map :

A group of travelers ride camels across golden sand dunes at sunset in Merzouga, with a luxury desert camp illuminated in the background, showcasing the 3-day Marrakech desert itinerary experience.