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5 Day Boutique Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

Marrakech, Morocco
  • 5 days (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Lunch
    • Private transportation
      Ride in style with your own private SUV or minivan. No sharing, no waiting.. just your group, your guide, and the open Moroccan road.
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
      Our modern vehicles come equipped with full A/C, essential for crossing the desert in comfort, especially during Morocco’s warmer months.
    • WiFi on board
      Stay connected on the road with onboard WiFi. Perfect for sharing camel selfies or checking in with family while offline exploring.
    • Fuel surcharge
      Fuel costs are fully covered throughout the journey, so all you need to worry about is what song to play on the next desert drive.
    • Government Fees
      All applicable government charges and travel permits included, no hidden surprises.
    • Breakfast (4)
      Breakfast
    • Dinner (4)
      Dinner
    • Meals
      All drinks and daily lunches are not included, except for lunch on Day 3, which is on us. Rest of the time, feel free to explore cafés and local eats at your own pace.
    • Entrance fee - Entrance fees to museums and kasbahs (e.g. Atlas Studios, Taourirt, Amridil) are not included and paid directly at the site if guests wish to enter.
    • International and domestic flights are not included in the package price.
    • Gratuities
      Tips for guides, drivers, and staff are not included. Tipping is optional but appreciated.
    • Travel insurance is not included. We recommend guests arrange their own coverage before travel.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    We’ll pick you up from your hotel or riad in Marrakech. If your accommodation isn’t accessible by car (some riads in the medina), we’ll contact you before with the nearest pickup point. Please make sure your contact info is correct!

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Marrakech to Dades via Ouarzazate and Rose Valley: Atlas Mountains, Berber Villages & Road of 1000 Kasbahs

    5 Stops

    1

    High Atlas Mountains

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Ouarzazate

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Skoura

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    El Kelaa M'gouna

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Dades Gorges

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at Riad Dades Paradise or a similar boutique guesthouse in Dades Valley, nestled between mountains and gorges.

    Meals: Dinner

    Day 2

    Dades Valley to Merzouga via Todra Gorges, Berber Villages and Camel Trek into the Sahara Desert

    4 Stops

    Boumalne Dades (Pass By)

    1

    Todra Gorge

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Ksar Mellab

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Merzouga

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at a luxury desert camp in Merzouga with private en-suite tent, sunset views, and starlit ambiance.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Day 3

    Explore Merzouga and Erg Chebbi: 4x4 Desert Tour, Nomads, Gnawa Music and Boutique Sahara Vibes

    4 Stops

    1

    Erg Chebbi

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Erg Chebbi

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Musica De Gnawa, Khamlia

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Khamlia

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at a boutique riad in Merzouga with private en-suite room, desert views and peaceful vibe.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Day 4

    Merzouga to Draa Valley via Rissani Market, Volcanic Desert Tracks and Palm-Filled Southern Oases

    4 Stops

    1

    Merzouga

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Rissani Market

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Alnif

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Draa Valley

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Overnight at a boutique guesthouse in the Draa Valley with private en-suite room and palm garden views.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

    Day 5

    Draa Valley to Marrakech via Ait Ben Haddou and the High Atlas Mountains: Scenic Finale to the Sahara Journey

    3 Stops

    1

    Draa Valley

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Ait Ben Haddou

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Tizi n Tichka

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Not included. Tour ends in Marrakech with drop-off at your riad or hotel of choice.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    From $1,559.04

    per person

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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