Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Route 4-Day Tour
Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Route 4-Day Tour
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This 4-day journey from Marrakech to Merzouga takes you through the High Atlas Mountains, historic kasbahs, desert valleys, and the Sahara dunes. You explore Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate film studios, Draa Valley, Todra Gorge, and the Erg Chebbi desert. The trip includes scenic drives, cultural stops, camel trekking, and nights in hotels and a desert camp. The return route passes through the Rose Valley and Skoura before arriving back in Marrakech.
Duration: 4-day / 3-night
Start: Marrakech
End: Marrakech
Itineraries
Day 1
Marrakech – Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate
Pickup from Marrakech and travel through the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka pass. Visit Ait Ben Haddou kasbah and continue to Ouarzazate for film studio visit and overnight stay.
Day 2
Ourzazate – Draa Valley – Alnif – Merzouga ( Erg chebbi )
Drive along Draa Valley with stops in traditional villages. Continue through Alnif to Merzouga. Visit Khamlia village for Gnawa music before camel trekking into the desert camp for overnight stay.
Day 3
Erg Chebbi – Todra Gorges- Dades Gorges
Sunrise over the dunes, return by camel to Merzouga. Travel to Todra Gorge for a walk through the canyon. Continue to Dades Valley for overnight stay.
Day 4
Dades Gorges – Rose Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
Return to Marrakech via Rose Valley, Skoura, and Ouarzazate. Cross the High Atlas Mountains before arrival in Marrakech.
Private SUV or van with fuel
English-speaking driver
Camel trekking in Erg Chebbi
Airport pick-up and drop-off
Lunches
Drinks
Snacks
Entrance fees
Flights
Yes. Transport is private for your group.
Standard or luxury options available based on your package.
Around 1 to 2 hours, depending on pace and conditions.
Yes, but long driving hours are involved each day.