Merzouga Desert 3 days from Marrakech with bivouac

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Marrakech, Morocco

3 days (approx.)
Pickup offered
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Overview
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Don’t just dip your toe into Morocco’s desert landscapes—instead, immerse yourself in the landscapes and culture during a 3-day tour of Mergouza that takes you through the Atlas Mountains to a UNESCO-listed kasbah, Berber villages, and dramatic gorges. Overnight accommodation in the desert makes for an unforgettable experience, while a guide takes care of logistics so you don’t have to.

Pack in plenty of attractions in one convenient tour
Transportation by vehicle helps you see more in less time
Delve deeper into Moroccan culture than you would alone
This multi-day tour saves you hours of planning

What's Included

Transport: Air-conditioned vehicle with driver
A camel ride to reach the camp in the desert.
Musical entertainment at the bivouac (traditional songs, drum-tam around the fire).
Travel insurance: Basic insurance for transportation and activities.
Dinner (2)

Dinner
Breakfast (2)

Breakfast

Drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick-up is provided from your hotel, riad or any other accommodation accessible by car located in the center of Marrakech. For riads located in the medina (pedestrian area), a nearby and easily accessible meeting point will be communicated after booking. Pick-up time: between 7:30 am and 8:00 am (the exact time will be confirmed the day before). Please provide your WhatsApp or local phone number to facilitate communication on the day of departure.

Operating hours
.7:00 am

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Aït Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dadès Valley

5 Stops

Marrakech

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tizi n Tichka

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ait Ben Haddou

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ouarzazate

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Dades Gorges

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Accommodation: Overnight stay in a hotel or guest house in the Dadès Valley (private or shared room depending on the option chosen).

Meals: Dinner

Day 2

Day 2: Dades Valley - Todra Gorge - Erfoud - Merzouga - Erg Chebbi

5 Stops

Todra Gorge

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Erfoud

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Merzouga

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Erg Chebbi

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Merzouga

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Overnight in a Berber bivouac in the heart of the desert (standard or luxury tent depending on your choice) with musical entertainment

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3

Day 3: Merzouga – Drâa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

2 Stops

Merzouga

1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Marrakech

6 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Accommodation: Not included

Meals: Breakfast

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 53 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.7

based on 24 reviews

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Alain_D, Jun 2025

The tour is well organized. Before departure, the operator answers all your questions. Mourad, our driver, is really helpful, dedicated and very professional. Yeah, good. No floating moment. Several small sightseeing tours on the way, before arriving in Merzouga, and other stops to eat and hydrate. The desert and the night spent there is exotic, and responds to the idea that we have of desert. Only the return to Marrakech is a bit long; despite Mourad’s efforts to make the journey as fast and comfortable as possible. But it’s a lot of miles, with some much needed hydration and restoration stops.

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Response from Host, Jun 2025

Bonjour, Un grand merci pour votre retour détaillé et positif ! Nous sommes ravis que l’organisation du tour, ainsi que l’accompagnement de Mourad, aient contribué à rendre votre expérience agréable et sans accroc. Nous accordons une grande importance à la qualité du service et à la satisfaction de nos voyageurs. Nous comprenons que le trajet de retour peut sembler un peu long, mais comme vous l’avez souligné, la distance est importante et les pauses sont essentielles pour votre confort et sécurité. Ce sera un plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour d’autres aventures inoubliables au Maroc !