3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara desert

 

3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert

Overview:

 

Our “3 day- tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert- Adventure Marrakech Tours” it’s a popular short Morocco tour for clients who want to discover the southeast of Morocco which is the Sahara Desert and do not have much time. It will enable you to cross the Atlas Mountains. Then visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah’s UNESCO site, Ouarzazate’ Cinema sets. Afterward, we will head towards Rose’s Valley and Dades Valley. On the second day, we will have an opportunity to enjoy Todra Valley and Todra Gorges.

Later on, we will drive to the Sahara Desert of Merzouga where you are going to cross the dunes by Camels and spend the night in the middle of the Sahara. On the third day, you’ll be able to see the sunrise, then drive towards the biggest Valley which is Draa Valley. Later on, we will cross the Anti and High Mountains. Finally, we will arrive in Marrakech in the evening. End of our service of  “3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert- Adventure Marrakech tours”. Thank you for your visit!

 

Important Info about the 3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert: 

  • Duration: 3 days/ 2 nights.

  • Starting Point: Marrakech.

  • Ending point: Marrakech

  • Departure time: 8:30 AM.

 

The Highlights of the 3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert:

  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the High Atlas Mountains including Ancient Berber Villages, High Mountains with snow in the winter and spring, and Nature.
  • Visit the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah where a set of international movies have been shot. For instance: The Mummy, Indiana Jones, Kingdom of Heaven, Gladiator, and Game of Thrones (season 3).
  • Valleys: Rose Valley, Dades Valley, Todra Valley, and Draa Valley. 
  • Todra Gorges.
  • Sahara Desert: Camel trekking, overnight in a Desert Camp, Sandboarding, and Oasis.

 

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3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert

 

 

 

 

The itinerary of the 3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert and back to Marrakech:

 


 

Day 1: Marrakech- High Atlas Mountains- Ait ben Haddou kasbahs- Ouarzazate- Dades valley.

 

We will begin our “3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert” at 8 a.m., then travel to the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi N’Tichka pass (2260 m), stopping along the way to see Berber villages and breathtaking views. Following that, we will visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, one of Morocco’s oldest and most famous villages, where many international films such as Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones have been filmed. Finally, we’ll travel to Dades Valley via Ouarzazate.

 


Day 2: Dades Valley- Todra Gorge- Merzouga- Camel trek and overnight in a Desert camp.

 

After breakfast, we will travel to the Sahara Desert via Tinghir, where you will enjoy panoramic views of Todra Valley, then Todra Gorge, a national park for rock climbing, and finally Erfoud, the fossil capital of the country. Finally, we’ll arrive in Merzouga, where you’ll ride camels across the dunes and spend the night in the middle of the Sahara. After dinner, you will gather around the fire to listen to Berber music performed by nomads under a starry sky.


Day 3: Merzouga dunes- Draa valley- Anti Atlas Mountains- Marrakech.

 

Waking up early to see the sunrise from the top of a dune near the camp is a must. Later, you’ll ride the camel’s back to meet your Driver/Guide. On the way back to Marrakech, you’ll have the chance to see the Draa Valley (the biggest valley in the southeast of Morocco). Then, cross the Anti Atlas Mountains via the Ait Saouen Pass (1740 m), and continue to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains. Finally, our service for the 3-day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert-Adventure Marrakech tours has come to an end.


Inclusions and exclusions of the 3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert:

 

 


Inclusions Exclusions
  • Pick up and drop off at the hotel or riad.
  • 4×4 Car with A/C or Small Van.
  • Guide/Driver.
  • Dinners and breakfasts.
  • Camel trekking (Dromedary each).
  • 1 night in a traditional Riad in Dades Valley with Dinner and Breakfast.
  • Overnight in a luxury desert camp (private tent).
  • Sandboarding.
  •  Hiking in Todra Gorge (40 minutes).
  • Wifi and Water in the Car.
Lunch.
Drinks.


The accommodations

 

Luxury desert camps in Merzouga offer a blend of adventure and comfort, featuring upscale tents, gourmet meals, and activities like camel treks and stargazing, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Sahara dunes.

The accommodations at the Desert of Merzouga are well equipped with comfortable beds and hot water shower and furnished with Berber carpets.

 

Options 1st night 2nd night
1st option ( Medium Accommodation) RIAD CHEZ ICHOU IDEAL DESERT CAMP
2nd option ( Medium Accommodation) PANORAMA DADES   MADU LUXURY CAMP 
3rd option ( Luxury Accommodation) HOTEL EDEN BOUTIQUE TASSILI DESERT CAMP 

 

The Map of the 3- day tour from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert

 

 


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