3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga dunes & camel trek
3 DAYS MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA DESERT TOUR
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- Private 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert overview:
We offer this popular 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert, it will allow you to experience Merzouga desert Sahara a small town out on the edge of Erg Chebbi sand dunes. Merzouga desert Sahara is the most common destination in Morocco to experience camel trekking and Sahara desert camps. Also you will enjoy diverse things to see and do on this 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour such as a visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah and many other authentic Berber villages.
- 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour highlights:
- Drive along the Zigzag road of Tizi n’Tichka Pass
- Visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah
- Explore Ouarzazate and Berber villages along the way
- Ride a camel trekking in Merzouga
- Overnight at a desert camp in Merzouga
- Try sand boarding in Erg Chebbi dunes
Full Itinerary of 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert:
Day 1: Travel from Marrakech to Dades valley via Ait Benhaddou Kasbah Ouarzazate
Pick up from your Riad in Marrakech city to start your best Marrakech to Merzouga 3-day desert safari crossing the Tizi N Tichka pass of the High Atlas Mountains(2260m) the second highest summet in morocco enjoying the mountainous road and the spectacular Berber villages, to reach the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, the fortified ksar with its beautiful Kasbahs. Ait Benhaddou Kasbah has served as a natural scenery for many movies. You will go on a walk crossing the river to the other side to discover The famous Ksar Ait Benhaddou and climb to the top of the hill through the alleys of Ait Benhaddou Kasbah.
After lunch you will continue your journey to Dades vallye via Ouarzazate, Skoura and the long valley of roses. Upon arrival to Boumalne Dades, where you will enjoy beautiful rock formations (Called the monkey fingers) and fortified Kasbahs scenery along the Dades river, to reach our hotel. Dinner and overnight.
After a traditional breakfast, we will continue the second day of your 3 day trip from Marrakech to Merzouga desert Sahara; taking the road of 1000 kasbahs drive around the colourful Berber villages of the Dades valley, to get to Tineghir A beautiful valley of 15 km of date palms ending with spectacular gorge of Todgha, where you go on a trek along the canyons of about 300m high. Afterwards we will head to Erg Chebbi sand dunes in Merzouga desert Sahara.
Once you arrive to the dunes of Erg Chebbi, a small offroad takes you to the edge of the golden dunes where camels are waiting for you, the luggage will be loaded in an 4×4 car and transported to the Sahara desert camp, and you can ride camels over the sand dunes and watch a majestic desert Sahara sunset on your way to the desert camp. Where you will be greated with cup of tea. After a delicious meal for dinner; fire will be lit and a festive ambiance takes over with berber musical plays by the staff of the desert camp under the starry night of Morocco desert Sahara.
Today you will wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the highest sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga desert Sahara one of the best moments of the desert Sahara experience, afterwards you will have breakfast in the desert camp, pack and go back either on camels or by 4×4 leaving Erg Chebbi sand dunes behind to Merzouga Village
Where you will meet your driver and guide waiting you to drive and travel to Marrakech from Merzouga desert, through Alnif, Tazarine, Draa valley, Agdez and Ouarazazate. You will have free time for lunch and a photo stops on the road to Marrakech city; where your amazing 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert Sahara trip services end by drop off at the airport or your hotel in Marrakech.
- 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert trip price inclusion:
What include in Marrakech to Merzouga 3 day tour price:
- Pick-up and drop off at / from your hotel, Riad or airport in Marrakech
- Marrakech desert trip in 4WD vehicle / Minibus with A/C
- Driver speaks your language
- Overnight at a desert camp in Merzouga (luxury or standard)
- Merzouga desert camel trekking (camel per person)
- Sandboarding in the Erg Chebbi sand dunes
- Free stops when you want.
what not include in Marrakech to Merzouga 3 day tour price:
- Flight Tickets
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Tips
- Monuments fees
FAQ of 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour:
How long does it take to get from Marrakech to the Sahara desert?
Traveling from Marrakech to Merzouga desert Sahara takes around 10-13 hours to get from Marrakech to Merzouga, but most of travelers choose to break up the Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour with overnight stops in Ouarzazate or in Boumalne Dades valley.
How far is desert from Marrakech?
To travel from Marrakech to Merzouga desert Sahara in one day is bit too long about 560 km. Thats why we recommend this 3 day Sahara desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga camel trekking. To experience some of the best things to do and see that Morocco has to offer. Such as Ait Benhaddou Kasbah visit, Merzouga camel trekking, Spend overnight at a desert camp and much more activities…
Do I need a sleeping bag for the overnight in the desert Sahara?
With So Travel Tour Company; you don’t need to bring a sleeping bag with you for your private 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara. You will enjoy a comfortable night in in your private equipped tent at our desert camp in Merzouga (luxury or standard)
Is there an opportunity to try sand boarding?
Yes; upon your arrival to our desert camp you will have the opportunity to enjoy sandboarding and walking in the sand dunes around the Sahara desert camp
Can we hire a quad bike in Merzouga desert?
Let us say that its your private 3 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour, you can hire a quad bike or Buggy to reach to our desert camp instead of camel riding.
How to book this 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert Sahara?
To confirm and book your 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert Sahara, we require a small deposit to be paid over PayPal or Western Union, the balance is payable in cash at the pick-up, to be paid to your driver in EUROS, or equal in Dollars or Dirhams.
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