3 Days Sahara Desert Trips From Marrakesh
Overview
This short 3 days desert tour gives you a real feel of Morocco where you get to meet locals and see the south of the country. Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, Walk in the Todra gorge. Experience a camel trek at Merzouga and Erg Chebbi dunes. Dont hesitate to book this Marrakech to Merzouga trip in advance!
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 3x Breakfast
- 2x Dinner
- Accommodation included: 2 nights
What to expect
Itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech-Tizi N’tichka Pass-Ait Benhaddou-Ouarzazate-Kelaa M’gouna-Boumalne Dades.
Stop At: Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, P1506, Ait Ben Haddou 45122 Morocco
Today, we pick you up from your Hotel in Marrakech, and departure to Ait Benhaddou over the mountains of high Atlas passing through the Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 m in altitude), visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and stop for lunch in a local restaurant.
In the Afternoon we will drive to Ouarzazate and stop near the atlas film studios for a photo then continue to the city center for a panoramic view of the kasbah of Taourirt.
After that you will head to Kalaa M’gouna or Boumalne du Dades for a night.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Dinner: dinner is included. vegetarian meals available
• Breakfast: Not included
Accommodation included: Auberge Panorama dades
Hotel Babylone Dades
Auberge Tifawen
Riad Ecobio
Or Similar
Day 2: Kelaa M’gouna – Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorges-Tinejdad-Erfoud-Erg Chebbi (Merzouga).
Stop At: Gargantas del Todra, Tinerhir 45800 Morocco
This morning after breakfast in the hotel, driving towards Tineghir passing by Boumalne du Dades and stopping for a panoramic view of Dades valley.
Later on, we will continue to Todra gorges via Imider and Tineghir. Stopping along the way for photos and admiring the views. Arrival to Todra Gorges to enjoy its marvelous Canyons views while hiking on foot.
In the afternoon we continue to Tinejdad and have a break for lunch then to Erfoud where you will visit a local fossil craft workshop.
After that you will continue to the captivating dunes of Erg Chebbi, these dunes are called also Merzouga Dunes. Arrive to the hotel and get ready for a camel trek for an hour and half to enjoy the sunset. While on the back of your dromedary, you will continue to the camp for an overnight in traditional nomad tent.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: included
• Dinner: included
Accommodation included: standard camp by cafe dusud, yasmina, mohayut, tomboukto, ...
Day 3: Merzouga – Marrakech/Fes
Stop At: Ifrane National Park, Ifrane Morocco
Wake up early morning to enjoy the sunrise on the top of the dune in the Sahara Desert then have your breakfast. After these beautiful moments, you will ride your camel back to the hotel where you can shower.
You will depart to Errachidia via Erfoud, Aoufous and the valley of Ziz then stopping for a panoramic view of the oasis of Aoufous in the Tafilalte region.
Continue to Midelt across the pass of Tizi N’talghamt and have lunch break. After lunch you will be driven to Fes (the medieval city) via the Cedar forest near Azrou and the mountain of the middle Atlas with the possibility to see the Barbary apes (monkies). You may have a stop in Ifrane (the Switzerland of Morocco) before arriving to Fes.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Marrakech-Tizi N’tichka Pass-Ait Benhaddou-Ouarzazate-Kelaa M’gouna-Boumalne Dades.
Stop At: Ksar of Ait-Ben-Haddou, P1506, Ait Ben Haddou 45122 Morocco
Today, we pick you up from your Hotel in Marrakech, and departure to Ait Benhaddou over the mountains of high Atlas passing through the Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 m in altitude), visit the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou and stop for lunch in a local restaurant.
In the Afternoon we will drive to Ouarzazate and stop near the atlas film studios for a photo then continue to the city center for a panoramic view of the kasbah of Taourirt.
After that you will head to Kalaa M’gouna or Boumalne du Dades for a night.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Dinner: dinner is included. vegetarian meals available
• Breakfast: Not included
Accommodation included: Auberge Panorama dades
Hotel Babylone Dades
Auberge Tifawen
Riad Ecobio
Or Similar
Day 2: Kelaa M’gouna – Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorges-Tinejdad-Erfoud-Erg Chebbi (Merzouga).
Stop At: Gargantas del Todra, Tinerhir 45800 Morocco
This morning after breakfast in the hotel, driving towards Tineghir passing by Boumalne du Dades and stopping for a panoramic view of Dades valley.
Later on, we will continue to Todra gorges via Imider and Tineghir. Stopping along the way for photos and admiring the views. Arrival to Todra Gorges to enjoy its marvelous Canyons views while hiking on foot.
In the afternoon we continue to Tinejdad and have a break for lunch then to Erfoud where you will visit a local fossil craft workshop.
After that you will continue to the captivating dunes of Erg Chebbi, these dunes are called also Merzouga Dunes. Arrive to the hotel and get ready for a camel trek for an hour and half to enjoy the sunset. While on the back of your dromedary, you will continue to the camp for an overnight in traditional nomad tent.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: included
• Dinner: included
Accommodation included: standard camp by cafe dusud, yasmina, mohayut, tomboukto, ...
Day 3: Merzouga – Marrakech/Fes
Stop At: Ifrane National Park, Ifrane Morocco
Wake up early morning to enjoy the sunrise on the top of the dune in the Sahara Desert then have your breakfast. After these beautiful moments, you will ride your camel back to the hotel where you can shower.
You will depart to Errachidia via Erfoud, Aoufous and the valley of Ziz then stopping for a panoramic view of the oasis of Aoufous in the Tafilalte region.
Continue to Midelt across the pass of Tizi N’talghamt and have lunch break. After lunch you will be driven to Fes (the medieval city) via the Cedar forest near Azrou and the mountain of the middle Atlas with the possibility to see the Barbary apes (monkies). You may have a stop in Ifrane (the Switzerland of Morocco) before arriving to Fes.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
umzumz
July 2019
Wow! We don't have words to describe this experience. It was absolutely amazing and something we would recommend EVERYONE to do. Our driver, Mohammed was the nicest man and had a pure soul. He became our friend rather than our driver or guide. He had an incredible and lively personality. We laug...
Wow! We don't have words to describe this experience. It was absolutely amazing and something we would recommend EVERYONE to do. Our driver, Mohammed was the nicest man and had a pure soul. He became our friend rather than our driver or guide. He had an incredible and lively personality. We laughed, talked for hours and enjoyed the whole country together. We already miss him! The tour was incredible. Each stop had the nicest of people who were humble and very kind. The camp was perfect, with excellent food and amazing performances by the staff. These guys worked extremely hard to make our trip special. They even surprised us with cakes and a beautiful song for our first year anniversary. That was the kindest gesture. The whole ride and this tour was worth every penny. We had a wonderful time and would reccomend it to everyone. Thank you Sahara Desert Trips and good luck with everything!!qb90nine
July 2019
My friend and I took the 3 Day Sahara Dessert trip from Fez to Marrakesh and it was by far the highlight of my time in Morrocco. We were picked up by our private tour guide Hosin from our hotel in Fez and we drove for about 8 hours exploring and sightseeing along our adventure to the desert. Hosi...
My friend and I took the 3 Day Sahara Dessert trip from Fez to Marrakesh and it was by far the highlight of my time in Morrocco. We were picked up by our private tour guide Hosin from our hotel in Fez and we drove for about 8 hours exploring and sightseeing along our adventure to the desert. Hosin was very knowledgeable and gave us a bit of history about each city that we traveled along the way. I’m not much of a road trip person and usually can only stand 4 hours in the car max - but Hosin made the road trip fun and enjoyable. Once we got to the desert, we were guided to our tent - where we dropped off our luggage and was able to change for the camel ride. The campground and tent was very nicely set up - it was the best glamping that I’ve done. We rode camels with our guide Mustafa all throughout the sand dunes and even went sand boarding - which was so much fun! After hours of fun exploring the sand dunes, we came back to our tents where we freshened up for dinner. Dinner was served in the communal tent where we had a spread of food that was cooked by the staff, for us to enjoy. The food was delicious. After dinner, some of the staff made a bonfire outside for us to sit around or dance while they played their drums and sung. Hosin, one of the members of the campground was very hospitable and really made you feel at home. He had great energy that was infectious and encouraged us and the other guest to get to know each other and dance around the fire. We danced, socialized and laughed into the late hours while observing the beautiful sparkling stars in the sky. We arose at 5am the next morning and rode camels to the highest sand dune to watch the sunrise. I’ve witnessed many of sunrises before, but it was something about watching the sunrise in the Sahara desert that completely took my breath away - it was beautiful. After watching the sunrise, we rode back to the camp site where breakfast was waiting for us. Shortly after breakfast we freshened up, packed and was back on the road to complete our adventure. We drove throughout the Atlas Mountains, stoping along the way to eat and discover the history of each city we passed along the way. It’s was the best road trip I’ve taken thus far. After it was all over our lovely tour guide, Hosin dropped us off at our hotel in Marrakech. The experience to the Sahara Desert was everything I could of asked for and more!travelerd2019
July 2019
I started out my trip in fez. The the tour company is great and recommend it to all. They are prompt with responding to emails, good communication, great options of payment services, adjust to your needs when needed, the xaluca dades hotel was just amazing- breakfast and dinner was great, they d...
I started out my trip in fez. The the tour company is great and recommend it to all. They are prompt with responding to emails, good communication, great options of payment services, adjust to your needs when needed, the xaluca dades hotel was just amazing- breakfast and dinner was great, they do charge extra for water which i wasnt aware of but no big deal just thought that be good to know. The drives are lengthy but my favorite out of entire experience has to be Sahara desert trek with camel and mohamed my camel guide and the views of the high atlas was beautiful. Driver Aziz was really nice and communicated well. Great experience overall and well never forget this experience, probably one of the best trips ever.Rachel AJ L
April 2023
I initially emailed a few companies but Yusuf was the most responsive and helpful, hence I chose Sahara Desert Tours. His prices for the luxury tour wasn't the cheapest, but I felt assured booking it because he was upfront about what was being offered and what wasn't. We really liked our driver, ...
I initially emailed a few companies but Yusuf was the most responsive and helpful, hence I chose Sahara Desert Tours. His prices for the luxury tour wasn't the cheapest, but I felt assured booking it because he was upfront about what was being offered and what wasn't. We really liked our driver, Hosni, who took care of us during our 3D2N trip from Marrakech, ending in Fes. Thank you for a memorable trip to the Sahara!ExDvtch
February 2023
Such an amazing trip, we travelled with the private tour, and were able to see so much. Our driver was kind, and informative and a perfect way to be able to see more of the country without having to plan out every detail and drive ourselves.
Such an amazing trip, we travelled with the private tour, and were able to see so much. Our driver was kind, and informative and a perfect way to be able to see more of the country without having to plan out every detail and drive ourselves.Alex W
October 2019
Where to start..Hami was incredibly professional the entire time, always putting our needs first. Smiley, engaging and fun throughout our three days! I would highly recommend a private tour, you get so much more than on a group one. Stopping for bathroom breaks, pictures etc.. was no hassle what...
Where to start..Hami was incredibly professional the entire time, always putting our needs first. Smiley, engaging and fun throughout our three days! I would highly recommend a private tour, you get so much more than on a group one. Stopping for bathroom breaks, pictures etc.. was no hassle whatsoever. The sights were breathtaking, the vehicle was extremely comfortable. The drive is extremely long but you honestly don't notice it too much stopping off every short while. 10/10 highlight of our trip 😁