Merzouga Desert Tour (3 Days)

The great Moroccan classic: three days from Marrakech to the Sahara. You cross the Tizi n'Tichka pass over the High Atlas, visit the Ait Ben Haddou kasbah (UNESCO site), the Todra gorges and the Dadès valley, then reach the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi: sunset camel ride and a night in a Berber desert camp under the stars.

Available as a shared tour (best price) or private with dedicated car and driver. The camp can be standard or luxury (private tent with bathroom). Return to Marrakech in the late afternoon of day three.

At a glance

• Night in a tent on the Erg Chebbi dunes
• Camel ride at sunset and sunrise
• Ait Ben Haddou, UNESCO site
• Shared or private, standard or luxury camp

What's included

• Minivan/4x4 transfer with driver
• 2 nights (hotel + desert camp)
• Dinners and breakfasts
• Camel ride on the dunes
• Panoramic stops and guided visits

Good to know

• It's a long journey (about 9 hours of driving spread over 3 days): absolutely worth it.
• In the luxury camp the tent has a private bathroom and real beds.
• In winter desert nights are cold: the camp provides heavy blankets.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Merzouga desert tour?

The shared 3-day tour starts from €120 per person (standard camp); the luxury or private version from €250-400. Exact price on WhatsApp based on date and formula.

Merzouga or Zagora: which to choose?

Merzouga (3 days) has the high Erg Chebbi dunes, the real Sahara. Zagora (2 days) is closer but the dunes are low: we recommend Merzouga if you have time.

What should I pack for the desert tour?

A small backpack with what you need for 1 night (large luggage stays in the vehicle), sunscreen, a scarf and a jacket for the evening.

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