5 Days Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Desert
The best private 5 Days Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Desert, passing through Morocco’s most iconic landscapes and historical sites. Begin the 5-day Marrakech desert tour by crossing the dramatic High Atlas Mountains, with a stop at Tichka Pass for breathtaking views of the mountain range. Continue your Sahara trip to the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, followed by a visit to the lush Skoura Oases and the vibrant Rose Valley.
On Day 2, explore the stunning Todgha Valley and visit Arfoud, a city known for its date palms and fossils. Your first night will be spent in the scenic Dades Valley, surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes. On Day 3, head toward Merzouga and the mesmerizing Erg Chebbi dunes, where you’ll enjoy a camel trek to watch the desert sunset. Spend the night in a luxury desert camp, under the starry sky of the Sahara.
On Day 4, embark on a 4×4 desert tour, visiting Khamlia village for a traditional Gnawa music performance and exploring the Old Dakar routes. After your second night in the desert camp, travel through the beautiful Draa Valley to Ouarzazate. Spend the final night exploring the Taourirt Kasbah. The 5-day Merzouga desert tour from Marrakech concludes with a return drive to Marrakesh.
5 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Prices:
The price of these 5 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara with Lovely Morocco Tours starts from €340 per person. The cost factors include number of participants, accommodation type ( riads and camps), season (low or high), and tour type (small group or private tour).
Choose our local team for an unforgettable 5-day Sahara adventure Marrakech to Merzouga, with affordable prices and high-quality services, enjoy expert guidance from local professionals who will take you through stunning landscapes, and discover Morocco through the eyes of local experts. Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or as part of a group, don’t miss out on this incredible journey!
5 Days Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Highlights:
- Travel through the stunning High Atlas Mountains.
- Stop at the Tichka Pass, one of the highest points in Morocco.
- Visit the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, renowned for its role in numerous films.
- Explore the tranquil Skoura Oases.
- Journey through the Rose Valley, known for its fragrant rose petals.
- Spend the night in the stunning Dades Valley, where towering rock formations and traditional villages.
- Discover the dramatic beauty of Todgha Valley, with its towering cliffs and narrow gorges.
- Stop in Arfoud, a city famous for its fossil history, and date palm cultivation.
- Ride camel experience into the vast Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga.
- Watch a breathtaking Sahara desert sunset and sunrise.
- Spend the night at a magical Berber camp.
- Take a thrilling 4×4 Sahara desert tour around Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Drive through the scenic Draa Valley, known for its palm groves, kasbahs, and traditional villages.
- Visit Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and explore the historic Taourirt Kasbah.
- Explore the Kasbahs, a beautiful example of Moroccan architecture.
Our 5-Day Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Infos:
- Duration: 5 Days & 4 Nights
- Departure Time: 08:30 AM
- Starting Location: Marrakech
- Ending Location: Marrakesh
- Tour Type: Private Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour for 5-day.
- The Price starts from €340 per person.
- The Prices depend on group size, accommodation type, and optional activities.
5-Day Desert Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Program Itinerary:
Day 1: Marrakesh - Ait Ben Haddou - Rose Valley - Bomaln Dades
Your 5-day Marrkech to Merzouga desert tour begins with a meet with your driver at your Marrakesh accommodation around 08:30 AM. As you leave the red city behind, you’ll journey through the majestic High Atlas Mountains, where you’ll pass through winding roads and stunning Berber villages. Along the way, stop at Tichka Pass, one of the highest points in Morocco, to take in panoramic views of the surrounding peaks and valleys.
Continuing your Marrakech desert trip, you’ll reach Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Morocco’s most famous landmarks, which has also served as a backdrop for many international films such as Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Afterward, you’ll head toward the Skoura Oases, a serene area filled with palm groves and remote Berber villages. On the way, take a brief detour through the Rose Valley, known for its colorful landscape and fragrant roses. Continue your trip toward Bomalen Dades, you’ll arrive in the Dades Valley for a night in a guesthouse/hotel.
Day 2: Dades – Todra Gorge – Marzouga – Camel Trek – Desert Camp
After breakfast at your hotel in Bomalen Dades, you’ll continue your journey toward Todra Valley, famous for its towering cliffs and narrow canyons that offer amazing hiking and photo opportunities. You’ll have time to explore the area on foot and admire the breathtaking views of the gorge. From there, you’ll continue towards Arfoud, a city where you can explore the fossil workshops where artisans transform ancient fossils into unique pieces of art. You’ll head to Merzouga Sahara, the gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Upon arrival to Marzouga dunes, you’ll meet your camel man and begin your Merzouga camel adventure for more than one hour into the Erg Chebbi dunes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. As you ride through the vast dunes, you’ll be able to capture the beauty of the sunset in the Sahara desert. After, you will continue your camel ride at your Berber desert camp, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner and spend the night under the stars. Overnight stay at a Berber nomadic camp.
Day 3: Merzouga 4x4 Desert Tour – Khamlia – Nomadic Families
Wake up early to witness the magical sunrise over the Erg Chebbi dunes. After a delicious breakfast at your Berber camp, you’ll embark on a private Sahara 4×4 desert tour to explore the Erg Chebbi’s vast dunes and its magical landscapes. You’ll visit Khamlia village, a small settlement known for its Gnawa music, where local musicians will play traditional rhythms and songs.
Continuing your Merzouga desert adventure, you’ll visit nomadic families who live in the desert and learn about their simple yet resilient lifestyle. You’ll also have the chance to explore the Old Dakar routes, a historic road used during the famous Paris-Dakar rally. After a full day of exploration, your private driver will return you to your hotel on the edge of the Sahara desert, where you’ll spend the night (dinner & breakfast).
Day 4: Merzouga - Rissani - Draa Valley - Ouarzazate
After breakfast at your hotel in Merzouga Sahara desert, you’ll meet your driver around 9:00 AM and begin your Moroccan desert journey. The first stop will be Rissani, a historic town known for its bustling market and ancient kasbahs. Here, you can explore the local souks and visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, the founder of the Alaouite dynasty.
Next, you’ll travel through the stunning Draa Valley, famous for its magical palm groves, traditional kasbahs, and amazing landscapes. Afterward, you’ll continue to Ouarzazat, known as the “Hollywood of Africa,” where you’ll explore the famous Taourirt Kasbah and visit the film studios, which have hosted many international productions. You’ll spend the night in Ouarzazate at a hotel.
Day 5: Ouarzazate - Telouet - Atlas Mountains - Marrakesh
On the final day of your 5 days from Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara desert tour with us, you’ll begin your journey from Ouarzazat after a delicious breakfast, heading towards the red city of Marrakesh. Your first stop will be in Telouet, a charming town located in the High Atlas Mountains, where you’ll visit the impressive Telouet Kasbah. This historical and amazing kasbah provides a fascinating glimpse into Morocco’s past.
Afterward, you’ll continue your drive through the picturesque High Atlas Mountains, with opportunities to enjoy breathtaking views of gorgeous Berber villages, where you’ll see the daily life of the local people living in these mountainous areas. Later, you’ll make your way down the mountains, arriving in Marrakech in the afternoon around 5 pm. Upon arrival, your driver will drop you off at your accommodation, bringing an end to your 5-day Marrakech Sahara tour.
5 Days Tour Marrakech to Sahara Merzouga Desert Pricing:
Price Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Private Transportation with AC
- Professional driver
- Air conditionned 4×4
- Local guide in Ait Benhadou
- Sandboarding in the desert
- 4x dinner
- 4x breakfast
- Stop for pictures and breaks
- Stop for pictures and breaks
- transferred your luggage from Merzouga to the camp
- Times to Explore places
- Overnight at a Merzouga desert camp
- Per person camel in the desert
- 3x Overnight stay at a riad/hotel
Price Excludes
- Lunches
- Drinks
- Tips
- Personal expenses
If the itinerary of 5 Days Morocco Tour Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara desert that we offer does not match what you’re looking for, contact us and we will prepare the trip to your needs and requirements.
Private Tour Marrakech to Desert Merzouga 5-Day FAQs:
What to Bring for This 5 Days Desert Tour Marrakech to Merzouga?
- Hat.
- Camera.
- Sunblock & Sunglasses.
- Comfortable shoes.
- Warm clothes in winter.
- Cotton clothes in summer.
- Umbrella.
- Valid passport for 6 months.
Note: Check our blog about what to pack for Morocco
A Must Know before 5 Days Tour Marrakech to Desert Merzouga:
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Vegetarian options are available, please let us know at time of booking if required.
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase).
- It can be cold at night and in the winter so please bring appropriate clothing.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
- Quad & Buggy driving in dunes are not included in the price but is possible to add them as an extra.
How Do I Book This 5 Days Merzouga Desert Tour from Marrakech?
- How to book? Send us a booking demand through our booking structure, and we will reply in under 12 hours, in case you don’t get noticed by us, you should check your trash inbox resend us a text message / call us.
- How to pay for the tour? To confirm the 5-Day Marrakech to Merzouga desert Sahara or activity, we require a small deposit to be paid over PayPal to our account, the balance is due in cash at the pick-up, to be paid to your driver in Dollars or equivalent in Euros or dirhams.
- Is it possible to pay the total with PayPal? Normally we ask for the balance payments in cash because PayPal also has many transaction fees and operational delays since it’s an international institution. We can in some cases accept the full payment via PayPal however a 5% fee will be applied to cover the extra transaction charges. In case you are considering this method, it is best to arrange the payment before the tour.
- Cancelation Policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 15 days in advance of the start date of the experience.
Is the tour private or in a group 5 Days Marrakech to Merzouga?
The tour can be either private or in a small group. You can customize the tour based on your preferences, including the number of people and accommodation type.
Are there any optional activities during the 5-day Marrakech tour?
Yes, on Day 3, you can enjoy optional activities like:
- ATV rides or buggy tours in Merzouga for an exciting desert adventure.
- Sandboarding on the dunes (available upon request).
Can I modify this 5-day Marrakech Merzouga desert tour itinerary?
Yes, the 5-day Marrakesh desert tour to Merzouga Sahara can be customized to suit your interests. If you prefer more time in a specific place or want to add other destinations, feel free to ask for adjustments.
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