Merzouga Tour: Discovering the Grand Dunes of Erg Chebbi
Dive into the heart of Merzouga Desert, famous for its vast golden dunes and enchanting atmosphere. This two-day private tour from Marrakech offers a complete immersion in the Moroccan Desert.
Enjoy a unique experience with an overnight stay in a luxury camp amidst the dunes. Relish a Moroccan dinner and an evening of live music by local artists.
Your Itinerary
- Day 1: Marrakech – Atlas Mountains – Aït Ben Haddou – Boumalne Dadès Valley
- Early departure from Marrakech to cross the High Atlas Mountains via the winding Tizi n’Tichka Pass, peaking at 2260 meters.
- Scenic stops to admire breathtaking mountain landscapes.
- Visit the Aït Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This fortified village, famous for its traditional architecture, has been a backdrop for many international films.
- Continue through the Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs.
- Arrive at Boumalne Dadès Valley in the evening. Check into the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Day 2: Boumalne Dadès Valley – Tinghir – Todgha Gorges – Merzouga
- Breakfast at the hotel before resuming the journey.
- Stop at Tinghir to explore the lush oasis and take a walk through the majestic Todgha Gorges.
- Pass through Erfoud and Rissani before reaching Merzouga.
- Embark on a camel caravan for a one-hour ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset.
- Settle into a traditional Bedouin camp for an unforgettable night under the stars. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
- Day 3: Merzouga
- Relaxed morning with breakfast at the hotel.
- Free time to enjoy activities in the desert region, such as:
- Quad or buggy excursions through the dunes.
- Hiking in the area.
- Swimming and relaxing at the hotel.
- Refined dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel to conclude this day of discovery and relaxation.
- Day 4: Merzouga – Ouarzazate – Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
- Early breakfast before starting the long return journey.
- Stop for lunch in Ouarzazate, known as the "Gateway to the Desert".
- Cross the Atlas Mountains with scenic stops to capture memories.
- Arrive in Marrakech by late evening, around 7 PM.
Included in the Tour
- Transportation in a 4x4 vehicle with a private driver
- Visits to kasbahs and traditional villages
- Luxury desert camp accommodation
- Camel ride to witness sunrise and sunset
- Included dinner and breakfast
Join this tour for an unforgettable adventure exploring the spectacular landscapes of the Moroccan desert.