- Duration / 3 Days - 2 Night
- Start / Marrakech
- End / Marrakech
OVERVIEW
Beyond Marrakech: 3-Day Private Sahara Desert Tour
Get away from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech and head off to the desert with your own private small group. This incredible road-trip carries you through spectacular mountain passes, ancient kasbahs and down into the heart of the sand-baked Sahara Desert.
Feel the heart of Morocco as you traverse the vast dunes of Erg Chebbi on camels, race the setting sun to the horizon and stay the night in a luxury desert camp under the expansive star-filled sky.
From the ever shifting light of the High Atlas mountains to the eternal silence of the desert, every slice of this journey is crafted to captivate you and forge unforgettable memories of our offfbeat experience.
See the full itinerary below and let the desert dream begin.
Itinerary 3-Day Private Sahara Desert Tour
Day 1: Marrakech - Ait Ben Haddou - Dades Valley
Begin your journey with pick-up from your Marrakech hotel or airport. Head south through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the picturesque Tizi-n-Tichka pass. Along the way, stop for photos then Continue to the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known for its roles in major films and TV series After exploring the historic fortress, travel to Ouarzazate, often called the “Gateway to the Desert,” where you will have lunch. In the afternoon, pass through the palm groves of Skoura and the Valley of Roses, known for its fragrant flowers. Arrival in Boumalne Dades, dinner and overnight in a hotel in the picturesque Dades Gorges.
Overnight: Hotel/Riad in Dades Gorge
Meals:Dinner & breakfast
Day 2: Dades valley - Todra Gorge - sahara desert merzouga
After breakfast at your hotel in Boumalne Dades, begin your journey toward the striking Todra Gorge. The Todra River has shaped this dramatic canyon, where limestone cliffs rise up to 300 meters. Take time for a short walk through the gorge and capture some photos of the impressive scenery.
Continue on through the Berber villages of Tinghir and see the green palm groves that stretch across the Tafilalt region. Pause along the way for lunch before reaching Merzouga, known as the entrance to the Sahara Desert.
In the late afternoon, swap your 4×4 for a camel and ride across the orange dunes of Erg Chebbi as the sun sets. Your journey leads to a desert camp set among the dunes, where you can relax with a traditional Moroccan dinner. Spend the night around the campfire with Berber music, then sleep under the stars in the heart of the desert.
Overnight: Sahara Desert Camp in Merzouga (standard or luxury)
Meals:Dinner & breakfast
Activity: Camel ride + Sandboarding available
Day 3: Merzouga – Draa Valley – Atlas Mountain – Marrakech
Begin your day early with a stunning sunrise over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, followed by breakfast at your desert camp. Afterward, ride camels or take a 4×4 back to Merzouga village to rejoin your driver. Embark on a scenic journey through the volcanic landscapes and fortified villages of the Sahara, passing through Alnif and the vast palm groves of the Draa Valley—Morocco’s longest river oasis. Stop along the way for panoramic views and a relaxed lunch in the charming town of Agdz or Ouarzazate. Then continue through the Anti-Atlas and High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi-n-Tichka pass. Arrive back in Marrakech in the early evening, where your desert adventure concludes
.End of Tour: Drop-off in Marrakech
What’s Included In 3-Day Private Sahara Desert Tour
- Private Transportation
- Experienced English/Spanish-Speaking Driver/Guide
- Hotel Pick up And Drop Off
- Two nights’ accommodation
- Camel trek
- Sandboarding
- Dinner & breakfast
- Fuel and road tolls
What’s Not Included In 3-Day Private Sahara Desert Tour
- Lunches and drinks
- Personal expenses like tips
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Entrance fees
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