4-day Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
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4-day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour:
This 4-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour covers in-depth fascinating contrasts of Morocco, from the noise and pulsation of Marrakech City to the wide openness of the Sahara Desert. On this extended tour, you will become part of the grand landscape, culture, and unforgettable experiences defining Morocco.
Cross the Atlas Mountains across a sea of gold in fully supported style to the Sahara dunes, to dramatically beautiful valleys lined by stunning gorges and thousands-of-years-old Kasbahs, to far-into-the-middle-of-nowhere, primitively developed Berber villages. Nighttime Sahara Desert experiences center around the highlight camel trek for incredible Sahara sunrise and sunset viewings.
What Makes This Four Day Marrakech Desert Trip Unique?
What makes this 4-day Marrakech desert tour unique is the completeness of the program it offers for exploration into diversified landscapes and cultures of Morocco. It gives a perfect balance of sightseeing and adventure, enabling one to stay around longer to explore, relax, and enjoy tranquility in the desert. Not just a tour, it’s an experience that can be remembered for lifetime memories.
Marrakech to Merzouga 4-days Tour Highlights:
- Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the magnificent Atlas Mountains.
- Visit the Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO site and landmark for film shoots.
- Explore Ouarzazate-the cinematic entrance to the Sahara.
- Do a gentle walk around Skoura Oasis with its palm grove and ancient kasbahs.
- Marvel at Dades Valley-the cliffs and roses form a very attractive landscape.
- Do a hike in Todra Gorge-a narrow canyon with towering cliffs.
- See the vibrant Berber souk at Rissani Market.
Take camel treks in Merzouga across the Sahara dunes of gold. - In the desert: an overnight under star-filled skies, sleeping in a Berber camp.
- Imagine colored dunes – a Sahara sunset.
- See the Sahara rise over the horizon on the desert landscape as morning light comes.
- Driving over; the dramatic landscape includes an oasis with palm trees.
Conclusion:
4-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Tour is a journey that one will always remember through the varied landscapes of Morocco. From high, snow-topped peaks of the Atlas Mountains down to the serene Sahara sands. Filling in the dramatic natural beauty and ancient traditions of the country into an immersive cultural experience. One finds the adventure and tranquility of Morocco. This promises to be one of those rich and sometimes transformational journeys through desert sunrises, kasbah exploration, and canyon trekking.
Included/Exclude
- Private 4x4 or minibus with A/C
- Pick up and drop off at your accommodation
- Camel trek Sahara Desert
- Accommodations: Hotel, Desert camp with Breakfast and dinner
- English speaking driver guide
- Visit to the Ait Benhaddou and Berber villages
- Sahara sunset and sunrise
- Traditional Berber music and dance
- Sandboarding
- Lunch
- Drinks
Tour Plan
This 4 days Marrakech desert trip will start from Marrakech via Tizi n'Tichka, the pass of the Atlas Mountains, famous all over the world for its curvy roads and panoramic views. Down the foothills, come Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, UNESCO World Heritage, and this ancient 'fortified village' has been part of many very famous movie scenarios such as Gladiator and even Game of Thrones.
Continue to Dades Valley after exploration and enjoy the breathtaking view of the "Valley of the Roses" with its dramatic formations of red rock. A quiet evening is spent amidst nature at a traditional kasbah-style hotel with its quiet atmosphere. Overnight in Dades Valley.
Breakfast then a drive through the oasis of Skoura, one of the prettiest oases; really, it's a very fertile oasis amidst land and great contrasting sandscapes with an abundance of ancient Kasbahs and palm groves. Later on, take a trip to the spectacular canyon at the Todra Gorge wherein cliffs flank each side of the gorge, therefore has gained extreme popularity with hikers and photographers. After sightseeing, head to the vast Sahara Desert to Merzouga. On your arrival, it is the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Take an absolute thrilling adventure trek across the sand dunes, the silence, and the openness of the Sahara. You will have a lifetime memory of colors as the change in the desert landscape will take place.
This evening, overnight in a Berber desert camp sleeping under the stars. Enjoy traditional Berber music, share a Moroccan tagine dinner, and appreciate the clarity of the night sky away from city lights. The opportunity to sleep right out in the desert itself will be unforgettable and rank highly among the experiences of this tour. Overnight Merzouga Desert Camp
Start the day with the fantastic Sahara sunrise. The first light of dawn caresses the golden dunes. After breakfast, take your camels back to Merzouga and then continue to Ouarzazate. On the road, stop at Rissani; this small desert town has authentic traditional Berber souks and markets full of local products, spices, and crafts.
A short drive on the Draa Valley, one flanked by a palm grove and dotted at intervals by dramatic gorges; breathtaking views, the best time for great pictures. Cross the Middle Atlas Mountains to the city of Ouarzazate, "Gateway to the Sahara." Visit its famous film studios, and the beautifully preserved Taourirt Kasbah, a fortress in this cinematic city. Enjoy a relaxing evening in a classic kasbah hotel. Overnight in Ouarzazate
On your last day, take a stunning drive over the Ounila Valley: an impressive, lesser-known region filled with dramatically diverse landscapes, with villages housing traditional Berbers. Along your way, enjoy picturesqueness from local views of the terrain with its century-old field terraces and kasbahs; all combined, forming breathtaking images up to far distant mountain tops. More genuinely quiet than most places you are going to be during this holiday and far away from those jampacked touristic parts of the country.
Continue via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass to Marrakech, stopping for more photos en-route as you change from high Atlas Mountains to lowland. See how the landscape changes from mountain to the fertile plains toward Marrakech. You will arrive in Marrakech in the evening; thus, bringing this adventure to an end with indelible memory of Sahara, Mountains, and profound Moroccan Culture.
FAQs
Is electricity available in the Merzouga luxury desert camp?
Yes, electricity is available in our Merzouga luxury desert camp. so don’t worry if you want to charge your phones and cameras.
How many hours will a car drive take from Marrakech to Merzouga?
It takes about 9 to 10 hours from Marrakech to Merzouga, according to traffic conditions and stops that are taken on the way.
Are there any quad rental operators available in Merzouga?
Obviously you can rent quads in Merzouga because you can find many quad, buggies,… operators there. You can also have your desert guide for a better ad enjoyable experience. The payment is made directly to the quad operator and prices starts from 50 Euros per hour.
How much does a camel ride take to the desert camp from Merzouga?
The camel ride takes roughly 1 H/30Min in the afternoon and about 60 minutes in the morning.
What accessories do I need to pack before visiting the Sahara Desert?
- A windbreaker or light jacket during cold nights.
- Comfortable jeans or other pants to protect yourself from the camel’s rough fur.
- Appropriate shoes (sneakers, hiking boots, or sports sandals).
- A headscarf or hat to block the sun and dust.
- Loose clothes and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun.
- A camera to bring home your wonderful desert memories.
What is the best time to go on this tour?
the best time is: Spring-from March to May-or fall-from September to May-are high tourist seasons for Morocco due to the good weather, making it an agreeable period to travel around the country.
Is Merzouga worth visiting?
The Merzouga Desert is worth visiting because it is the perfect destination that everyone should visit when they are in Morocco.
Can we rent a quad bike in Merzouga Sahara desert?
Absolutely yes, in Merzouga you can rent a quad bike which starts from 1 hour through the dunes.
Can I reach desert Camp by other means of transportation?
Yes, in case you are not interested in camel riding, a 4×4 vehicle is available to take you to the desert camp with no extra fees, also you can reach the camp with an ATV quad bike excursion.
How long does it take with a camel ride to the Merzouga desert camp?
From Merzouga the camp, it takes 1 hour 20 min through the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi.
Can we bring our suitcases with us into the camp?
 Yes, a 4×4 vehicle is always available to take all your luggage into the camp.
Are showers and bathrooms available in Merzouga desert camp?
Absolutely. The Desert Camp in Merzouga provides a private bathroom and shower, toilets also are available inside your private tent.
Does Merzouga have dunes?
Absolutely yes, Merzouga is the best Sahara Desert in the country, due its largest and golden sand dunes.
Can I visit the Merzouga Desert if I have short time in Morocco?
Yes, this is a ideal 1-day desert tour for those people that have less time and want to see a desert that will make their travel worth remembering.
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