3 days desert tour
3 days desert tour amazing experienec with your tour morocco
3 days desert tour typically involves a scenic journey through the Atlas Mountains to the Sahara’s Erg Chebbi dunes (Merzouga), featuring stops at Ait Benhaddou, Ouarzazate, and Dades/Todra Gorges, with an overnight camel trek and Berber camp experience under the stars, including meals, transport, and guides, offering iconic desert sunsets, sunrises, and cultural insights into Berber life
3-Day Desert Tour in Morocco: An Unforgettable Sahara Adventure
Are you ready to experience the magic of the Moroccan desert? Our 3-day desert tour from Marrakech (or other starting cities) offers travelers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, combining golden dunes, camel trekking, Berber culture, and breathtaking sunsets. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families, this tour promises memorable experiences
Overview
Experience an incredible escape from the vibrant city of Marrakech with our Marrakech Desert Tour 3 Days. In under three days, you will be mesmerized by the captivating Sahara desert, where you can enjoy the enchanting desert sunset and sunrise.
Get ready for a fantastic desert experience with our private 3 days desert tour from Marrakech. You will ride camels through the stunning Erg Chebbi sand dunes and sleep under the starry desert sky in a luxury desert camp.
Dive deeper into this fantastic experience by exploring all the specifics of our 3 day Marrakech desert tours.
Highlights of the 3 days desert tour from Marrakech:
- Crossing the High Atlas mountains
- Exploring the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Discovering the impressive Dades Gorge and the Todra Canyon
- Riding camels through the Erg Chebbi dunes
- Enjoying an incredible sunset and sunrise over the dunes
- Spending a lovely starry night in a luxury desert camp
- Traveling through Morocco’s longest river, the Draa river
Why private 3 days desert tour from Marrakech?
Embarking on our private 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga through Morocco Fabulous Travel guarantees an incredible desert trip. This customized journey comes with the comfort of a private vehicle and an experienced driver/guide. He will be your companion every step of the way, from Marrakech to Merzouga and back, sharing insights into the rich Moroccan culture.
Our private 3 days Marrakech desert tour is all about providing you with an authentic desert experience. We offer a fully flexible itinerary tailored to your unique interests, needs, and budget. Plus, you can select your accommodations, ensuring they match your preferences.
To discover more about the incredible experiences that await, please delve into the suggested itinerary for this tour below.
Marrakech desert tour 3 days itinerary:
Explore the detailed itinerary for the 3 days Marrakech desert tour below to get a sense of the journey’s highlights. If you wish to customize the itinerary or are considering an extended adventure, kindly inform us by completing the contact form provided below.
Day 1: Marrakech ⇢ High Atlas mountains ⇢ Ait Ben Haddou ⇢ Dades Valley
Begin your 3 days Marrakech desert tour with an 8:00 am pick-up from your riad or wherever you are in Marrakesh. We will leave the city behind and journey through the High Atlas mountains, reaching a high point called the Tizi-N-Tichka Pass, which is 2,260 meters (7,415 feet) above sea level. We will make stops to see some lovely Berber villages on our way.
We will then visit the famous Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, an old fortified village known for its unique Moroccan architecture. Many famous movies were filmed here, like “Kingdom of Heaven” in 2005, “Babel” in 2006, “Prince of Persia” in 2010, “Game of Thrones” in 2012, and the recent documentary “David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet” in 2020. You will have plenty of time to explore this historic Kasbah.
After a tasty lunch, we will head south along the “Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” to Dades Valley, passing through places like Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the Valley of Roses in Kalaat M’Gouna. When we reach Dades Valley in the afternoon, we will take you to some impressive rock formations known as the “monkey fingers” if there is enough time. If not, we will visit this unique place the next day. You will spend the night in a comfortable hotel of your choice.
Driving distance: Approximately 353 km
Driving time: Approximately 6 hr 30 min
Day 2: Dades Valley ⇢ Tinghir Oasis ⇢ Todra Gorge ⇢ Merzouga desert
We kick off the second day of your 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga with a tasty breakfast. Then, we will head to Tineghir, stopping at a scenic spot with views of lovely Berber villages and a palm tree-filled oasis. Nearby, there is a 300-meter-high canyon known as Toudgha Gorge. We will walk beneath this deep canyon before continuing to the Merzouga desert.
As we reach Merzouga in the afternoon, you will begin a camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes. During this trek, you will stop on a high dune to watch a breathtaking sunset over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Afterward, you will continue riding camels to the camp, receiving a warm welcome with a cup of tea. You will have some free time to relax. Following a delightful Moroccan dinner, you can sit around a campfire with Berber friends who will play drums and share stories under the starry night sky. You will spend the night in a luxury desert camp of your choice.
Driving distance: Approximately 310 km
Driving time: Approximately 5 hr
Day 3: Merzouga desert ⇢ Draa River ⇢ Ouarzazate ⇢ Marrakech
Today, we highly recommend waking up early to watch a breathtaking sunrise from the nearest high dune to the camp. After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you can return to Merzouga town either by camel or in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle. From there, we will head back to Marrakech, but this time, we will take a different route along the Draa River, which happens to be Morocco’s longest river, stretching 1100 kilometers.
Feel free to ask your driver to make stops whenever you desire. We will stop for lunch in Ouarzazate and drive to Marrakech via the High Atlas mountains. Finally, we will drop you off at your accommodation, marking the end of this Marrakech desert tour 3 days.
Driving distance: Approximately 560 km
Driving time: Approximately 9 hr
Inclusive and Exclusive of the tour
Inclusive:
- Pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Marrakech
- A/C modern 4×4 SUV, a van, or a minibus
- English-speaking driver or a driver and an English-speaking tour guide (If you prefer another language, kindly inform us in advance)
- First and second-night accommodations
- Meals: 2 dinners & 2 breakfasts
- Camel trekking experience
- Sandboarding
Exclusive:
- Lunches
- Beverages
- Entrance fees, when needed
- Tips (optional
Know Before You Go
- As you make your reservation, please inform us of any dietary preferences or special dietary requirements, such as vegetarian or vegan choices. This allows us to cater to your specific needs during the trip.
- Our guides carefully select restaurants known for their fresh and quality meals to ensure your well-being during the trip. If you have a specific restaurant preference, do not hesitate to share it with your guide; they will gladly accommodate your choice. Your comfort and dining satisfaction are important to us.
- Please be aware that the third day of the tour includes extensive driving. If you wish to reduce the long drive, consider the 4 days Marrakech desert tour if you have the additional time.
- To make the most of your desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, we highly recommend dedicating a full day in Merzouga, especially if you opt for the 4 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga or the 5 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.
- This 3 days Marrakech desert tour can end in Fes by choosing the Marrakech to Fes desert tour. Alternatively, you can start the tour from Fes and finish it in Marrakech through our Fes to Marrakech desert tour.
- It is possible to do a desert tour in 2 days by opting for the Marrakech desert tours 2 days. However, it is not recommended because a lot of driving is involved.
Extra activities
In addition to securing your 3 day Marrakech desert tour, you can enhance your experience with extra activities and tours available before, during, or after your main desert tour. If any of these activities align with your interests, please let us know during the booking process, and we will be delighted to assist in organizing your selections.
| Before & After the tour | During the tour |
|---|---|
| Airport transfersHot Air Ballon ride in MarrakechMarrakech guided tourDay trip to EssaouiraDay trip to Ouzoud WaterfallsDay trip to Ourika Valley | A professional photographerRomantic dinner in the desertRomantic desert proposal setupQuad biking activityBuggy driving activity |
A 3-Day Desert Tour in Morocco is the perfect adventure for travelers seeking breathtaking landscapes, cultural immersion, and unforgettable experiences. From camel trekking through golden dunes to sleeping under the stars in a Berber camp, this tour captures the magic of the Sahara in just a few days. Whether exploring historic towns, enjoying desert sunsets, or discovering local Berber traditions, this journey promises memories that will last a lifetime.
Book your 3-Day Desert Tour now and experience the Moroccan Sahara like never before!
