Desert Tour 1
Imagine an adventure that starts in bustling Marrakech and takes you on an enchanting journey through southern Morocco, towards the magnificent dunes of Merzouga. This is no ordinary trip; it is an invitation to explore the majestic Atlas, delve into the traditional architecture of Ksours and Kasbahs, and finally embrace the mythical Sahara Desert with its glittering high dunes.
From Marrakech to Merzouga and back - 3 days and 2 nights
Day 1 :
Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Dadès Gorges
Imagine: morning is shining and your adventure begins early, with a friendly driver picking you up at your hotel in Marrakech. Your journey crosses the majestic Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, a path that winds at a breathtaking height of 2260 metres above sea level. Your first stops are the fortified villages of Ait Benhaddou and the ancient Kasbah of Talouet. Both, recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, showcase the art of traditional earth construction, a window into the past. After a tasty lunch in a Kasbah, set sail for Ouarzazate and then the enchanting Dades Gorges. The journey through the valley of the Dades, the Valley of Roses and Kalaa M'gouna is nothing short of a visual feast. On arrival, a magical moment awaits you as the sun sets over the Dades Gorges, a scene that will take your breath away. You will stay overnight in a typical, comfortable hotel, perfect for a restful night.
Day 2 :
From Dadès Gorges to Merzouga
The next day, after a breakfast overlooking the Dades Gorges, you will depart for the dunes of Merzouga. This is the starting point for an unforgettable trek through the desert. Merzouga, famous for its Erg Chebbi dunes - also known as the Merzouga dunes - stretches over 100 km². A one-and-a-half-hour camel ride through the fascinating Erg Chebbi dunes reveals the breathtaking sunset, a unique spectacle that will stay with you forever. You will spend the night in a bivouac under the stars, after a traditional dinner by the fire.
Day 3 :
Merzouga - Ouarzazate - Marrakech
On the third day, after a stunning sunrise and a typical breakfast, return to Merzouga by dromedary. Admire the beautiful Sahara landscapes, oases, palm trees and green valleys on your way back to Marrakech.
What is included?
Price includes:
- This adventure includes transport in a comfortable air-conditioned minibus and a driver who speaks French or English. We provide pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation, two nights' accommodation (the first night in a hotel in Dadès and the second night in a bivouac in Merzouga), breakfast and dinner, and, of course, the unforgettable dromedary ride.
Excl:
- What is not included are lunches, optional guides at Ait Benhaddou, drinks, entrance fees to monuments, optional activities, and traditional gratuities.