Marrakech to Merzouga Desert: 4 Day Expedition
Embark on a captivating 4 day trip from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert. Adventure through Morocco, where history, culture, and natural beauty await. Our carefully curated 4 day desert tour. Will take you from the ancient city of Fes to the vibrant city of Marrakech. Allowing you to experience the best that this enchanting country has to offer.
Your four days trip starts when we pick you up from the airport to drive through the high Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n’Tichka Pass. Once we arrive at the High Atlas Mountains, we head to the Ounila Valley, which is known for its stunning landscapes, ancient villages, and traditional architecture. Next, we go to Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site located on the edge of the Sahara Desert. This ancient fortress was once an important stop on the trade routes between Marrakech and the Sahara, finaly we drive to Ouarzazate, a city known for its film studios and desert landscapes. You enjoy your dinner and night within a hotel.
Waking up over a delicious breakfast, then we start exploring ouarzazate. First of all, we pay a visit to the Taourirt Kasbah. Then we explore the Atlas Film Studios, one of the largest film studios in the world. Many famous movies, such as Lawrence of Arabia and The Mummy, were filmed there. Depart from Ouarzazate to Agdz via the scenic route along the Draa Valley. Stop at Agdz to explore the local markets and visit the Kasbah of Tamnougalt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We continue along the Draa Valley to Nkob, a picturesque village surrounded by mountains and palm groves. You enjoy a traditional Moroccan lunch at a local restaurant in Nkob.
We get back on the road this time to head to the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. We go for camel trekking, to see the mesmerizing sunset, guided by local Bedouins.
In the end of the day, we go to the desert camp for a traditional Moroccan dinner and overnight stay.
On early morning, waking up is must do to enjoy the beautiful sunrise and incredible scenery of the Sahara Desert. Once we have breakfast, we return to Merzouga on camels. After your camel trek, we drive to Rissani, a historic city with a rich history and culture. We visit the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif, which is the founder of the Alawi dynasty, and explore the old souk.
From Rissani, we drive to Erfoud, which is known for its fossil and mineral shops, we stop by some of these stores to let you check out the unique fossils and minerals that are for sale. We then drive to Todra Gorges, a natural wonder, and it is famous for its towering canyon walls and crystal-clear river that flows through it. You can take a walk along the river, climb the canyon walls, or simply admire the beauty of the surroundings.
Finaly, we drive to Boulmane Dades, a small town that is in the Dades Valley, and it is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.
In the morning, we explore the Dades valley. Then, continue your journey towards the Roses valley, which is famous for its fragrant rose gardens and is home to many small villages.
Afterwards, we head towards the palm groves of Skoura, a beautiful oasis town that is surrounded by palm groves. it is famous for its Kasbahs mainly the Amridil Kasbah that dates to the 17th century and is a great example of Moroccan architecture. We stop in Ouarzazate for lunch, and we drive towards the High Atlas Mountains, considered to be the highest mountain range in North Africa. Finally, arriving in Marrakech in the evening, we provide you transportation to either your accommodation or the airport in Marrakech.