3 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA DESERT

3 DAYS PRIVATE TOUR MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA

Summary

Number of People 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8-9 10-13 17
Price per person €560 €320 €240 €210 €180 €160 €150 €145 €140 €110

This tour is easily one of the most popular of them all. It is a desert trip from Marrakech that takes in many new discoveries. There are oases, sand dunes, Kasbahs, camel trekking and an overnight stay in a Sahara desert camp where you and your private party can gaze up into the night sky and witness the endless array of stars. There is no light pollution to spoil your starlight gaze at your camp in the middle of the desert, and the sunset you witness when camel trekking is equally lavish.

This tour itinerary is not impacted by the recent earthquake and is operating as usual!

FREE cancellation before 7 days!

FREE Marrakech airport pick up and transfer to your Marrakech hotel any day you arrive!

MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA PRIVATE TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Visit Kasbah Ait ben Haddou UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Drive through the high Atlas Mountains.
  • Visit Ouarzazate Hollywood of Morocco with Morocco’s biggest studios.
  • Sunset camel trek to Merzouga desert camp
  • Early morning camel trek
  • Spend night in Dades Valley
  • Visit Todra Gorges
  • Spend night in Erg Chebbi desert camp with bonfire and music entertainment

Itinerary of 3 DAYS MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA PRIVATE TOUR

  • DAY 1 : MARRAKECH – ATLAS MOUNTAINS- KASBAH AIT BEN HADDOU- BOUMALNE DADES VALLEY

     6 HOURS DRIVE

    The thrill of this tour starts almost immediately with the long drive to Dades. The journey takes the party over the awesome beauty of the Atlas Mountain range. Eventually the drive will see us descend into the Kasbah at Ait Ben Haddou. A World Heritage Site and a place of ancient wonder: the Kasbah contains several small markets or souks within its walled compounds. The first day also sees us stop off at the scenic city of Ouarzazate. Many Hollywood blockbusters and biblical film settings take place around this city. It is known in Africa as the gateway city to the desert. You and your private party will soon realize why this place is so perfect for the film producers to recreate an ancient feel and setting. The Dades Valley is the next adventure and we are still on our journey within the first day. However, a long and adventurous drive will culminate in a guesthouse overnight stay in Dades valley after a delicious Moroccan evening meal has been enjoyed.

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  • DAY 2: BOUMALNE DADES VALLEY –TINGHIR- TODRA GORGE – MERZOUGA

     4 HOURS DRIVE

    From Dades valley we will begin the day with a traditional Moroccan style breakfast and embark on a four-hour drive to Merzouga desert. The aim for this day is to witness one of the world’s most awesome sights: The Todra Gorge. Flat valley pathways allow the viewer to gaze up to 200 metre high cliffs on both sides in this awesome setting. Todra Gorge feels more like you have landed on another planet than here on earth. Just make sure the cameras are fully loaded and ready to snap.
    THE OVERNIGHT STAY UNDER THE STARS
    There are not many people who can claim to have slept out under the stars, in a warm and silent desert with the stars above them twinkling in their thousands. A camel trek on the way to and from the desert camp will see us witness the sunrise and sunset. The camels take us over the Dunes of Erg Chebbi before breakfast and the long journey home to Marrakech

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  • DAY 3: MERZOUGA – OUARZAZATE- ATLAS MOUNTAINS- MARRAKECH

     9 HOURS DRIVE

    On the way back you see the fascinating Rissani, Moroccan architecture, Nqob, Tamnougalt and then the city of Ouarzazate once again. You and your private party will then return to Marrakech for your evening meal. This journey will be a 9-hour drive in total.

What is included

  • Free Marrakech Airport arrival transfer to your hotel on the day that you arrive in Marrakech
  • Pick up from your hotel in Marrakech
  • Modern air conditioned minivan or 4 x 4
  • Visit Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou visit, Dades gorge valley, Todra gorge
  • Local guide at Todra gorge
  • Sunrise and sunset camel treks in desert
  • Morning and evening meals
  • private accommodation in Dades Valley hotel for 1 night
  • Private tent at the comfortable desert camp for 1 night
  • Shower and breakfast at Merzouga hotel, bring your own towel and bathroom condiments.

What is not included

  • Personal purchases, lunch, drinks, tips (Ait Ben Haddou guide usually 3 eur)

FAQ – PRIVATE 3 DAYS DESERT TOUR

How far is Merzouga from Marrakech?

The distance between Marrakech and Merzouga is 564 km.

Does the hotel in Dades Valley for the first night offer private rooms?

Yes, on the private tour all the rooms are private AC at the hotel in Dades Valley.

Can we bring the luggage with us?

Yes, your luggage is welcome on the tour. It will be safely stored while you are camping.

What do we need to pack for camping in Merzouga desert?

We would recommend to take a small backpack with the things you might need during your overnight stay at the desert camp. For the camel ride you might need a scarf, a hat, sunglasses, a pair of jeans or long trousers. During winter warm clothes are necessary, as it gets quite cold at night.

Can we upgrade to a luxury desert camp upon arrival to desert?

No, it is not possible. Upgrade has to be done online at least 24 hours before the tour departure to make the necessary arrangements. Comfortable camps and Luxury camps are located in different places.

At what time will we be back in Marrakech?

Usually the return time is around 8.00 p.m. But on a private tour it is flexible. If you would like to return earlier (around 4.00 or 5.00 p.m.), just inform the driver to skip the stops on the way back.

How long is the camel ride in Merzouga dunes?

It takes about 1 hour each way, but may depend on the weather conditions, daylight, etc.

Is it possible to skip a camel ride in Merzouga?

You may either walk or choose a 4×4 for EUR 30 for a return transfer. But if you upgrade to a luxury desert camp, the 4×4 return transfer is for free.

Are towels and bathrooms condiments available?

At the luxury desert camp towels and shower accessories are provided at the tent. If you have booked your stay at the comfortable camp, there are no shower options at the camp. To take shower you will have to wait until the next morning when you return to the hotel of the camp operator lodge in Merzouga.

Are quad bikes provided in Merzouga?

Yes of course. Quadbike is an optional ADD-ON activity you can add to this trip at checkout. A one-hour quad bike trip can take you to see the sunrise for a short hour-long adventure in the dunes.

Is there electricity available in the camp?

If you need to charge your devices, it can be done at the restaurant.

Is sand boarding included?

Yes, it is available at the camp operator lodge in Merzouga, please ask the local guide before the camel ride to bring the sand board with you to the camp. At the luxury desert camp sand boards are available at the camp.

Are there any showers in the camp?

If you book your stay at the comfortable desert camp, you will only have a possibility to take shower next morning after the camping, when you return to the hotel of camp operator lodge in Merzouga. If you stay at the luxury desert camp, there is an ensuite shower in the tent.

Can we join a small group tour up to 6 persons?

Our private tours are reserved only for the party booking the tour. The price for the private tour depends on the number of people on the tour (check the price list above). However, there is an option to take a shared tour (max. 17 persons) with fixed price per person.

Duration
3 Days
Price
110 €
Availability
17
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