4 Days Trip from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

Begin your desert journey with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains and the impressive Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

Stop at the legendary Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO-listed village known for its stunning earthen architecture.

Continue to Ouarzazate, the Moroccan film capital, and explore the Taourirt Kasbah.

Drive through the fragrant Valley of Roses before reaching the dramatic Dades Valley. Enjoy dinner and overnight in a charming riad or hotel.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga Desert

After breakfast, head toward the breathtaking Todra Gorges, a paradise for hikers and climbers.

Stroll through the gorge and take in its towering cliffs and tranquil river views.

Continue through desert towns like Tinjdad and Erfoud, famous for fossils and local dates.

Arrive in Merzouga, gateway to the Erg Chebbi dunes. Mount your camel and trek through the golden sands at sunset.

Spend the night in a luxury or standard desert camp, enjoying dinner, live Berber music, and a sky full of stars.

Day 3: Merzouga Exploration – Khamlia – Nomads – Erg Chebbi Dunes

Wake up early for a magical sunrise over the dunes, followed by breakfast at the camp.

Set off on a 4×4 tour around the dunes. Visit Khamlia Village, home to Gnaoua musicians, and enjoy their spiritual rhythms.

Explore nomadic camps and learn about desert life. Discover fossil beds, oases, and panoramic desert viewpoints.

Return to your hotel or camp in Merzouga for a peaceful evening and a traditional Moroccan dinner.

Day 4: Merzouga – Alnif – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate – Marrakech

After breakfast, begin your return journey. Travel through Rissani and Alnif, then follow the vast Draa Valley, rich with palm groves and ancient kasbahs.

Stop for photos and stretch breaks along the way. Pass through the Anti-Atlas Mountains before reaching Ouarzazate again.

Cross the High Atlas and arrive back in Marrakech by early evening, marking the end of your amazing desert adventure.

Included in the 4-Day Desert Trip

• Private or shared transport with A/C

• Professional English-speaking driver/guide

• 2 nights in hotels/riads (Dades & Merzouga)

• 1 night in a Sahara desert camp

• Camel trekking in Erg Chebbi dunes

• Daily breakfast and dinner

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Marrakech

Highlights of the Marrakech to Merzouga Trip

• Explore Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate

• Walk through Todra Gorges

• Enjoy a camel ride at sunset

• Sleep under the stars in the desert

• Visit nomad families and desert villages

• Experience local music and culture

Embark on this 4-day journey from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert and witness the soul of Morocco. Adventure, culture, and unforgettable landscapes await. Book now!