Experience the magic of Morocco with our 3 Days Marrakech Sahara Desert Tour. Begin with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains to the historic Ait Benhaddou. Explore the stunning Dades Valley and hike the impressive Todgha Gorge. Venture to the Erg Chebbi dunes for a memorable camel ride, sunset views, and a night in a desert camp. On the final day, enjoy a sunrise over the dunes, visit Rissani, and drive through the picturesque Draa Valley, returning to Marrakech by evening.
Highlights
- Discover the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n'Tichka pass (2260m).
- Visit Ait Benhaddou's historic ksar and kasbahs.
- Explore the Valley of Roses.
- Stay overnight at Dades Gorge Drive along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs.
- See colorful Berber villages in the Dades Valley.
- Trek through Todgha Gorge's 300-meter canyons.
- Ride camels to watch the sunset at Erg Chebbi dunes.
- Spend the night in a desert camp with traditional mint tea and Berber music.
- Watch the sunrise in the desert and explore Rissani.
- Drive through Draa Valley with its Berber kasbahs and palm trees.
- Travel on twisted roads through Berber villages.
3 Days Marrakech Sahara Desert Tour – 2024 Overview
On the first day, we’ll drive through the stunning High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi n'Tichka pass, and visit the historic Ait Benhaddou, known for its beautiful kasbahs. We’ll spend the night in Dades Gorge, soaking in the unique landscapes. Day two takes us along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs, where we’ll see colorful Berber villages and visit Tineghir’s palm grove. We’ll trek through the impressive Todgha Gorge before heading to the Erg Chebbi dunes. Here, we’ll enjoy a camel ride, watch a breathtaking sunset, and spend the night in a desert camp under the stars. On the final day, we’ll rise early to watch the sunrise over the dunes, then head to the traditional town of Rissani. After a drive through the beautiful Draa Valley, we’ll make our way back to Marrakech, arriving by evening.
3 Days Marrakech Sahara Desert Tour – 2024 Activities
- Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Atlas Mountains.
- Discover the historic Aït Benhaddou, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Explore the Kasbah of Ait Ourir, stepping back into the history of Morocco.
- Spend a night in a luxury camp under the starlit Saharan sky.
- Visit Rissani, a gateway to the Sahara with its bustling markets and traditional mudbrick architecture.
- Exploring ancient kasbahs in the Draa Valley
- Ride camels into the sunset, a magical experience amidst the beauty of the desert
- Experience the delight of traditional Moroccan cuisine, rich with flavors and cultural heritage.
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Direction: Dades gorges1
Day 1: Marrakech - Ait benhadou - Ouarzazate - Dades Gorge - 334km
Depart from Marrakech in the morning, crossing the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass (2260m), to reach Ait Benhaddou village, a fortified ksar known for its beautiful kasbahs. Ait Benhaddou has served as a natural backdrop for many movie productions. After lunch, we will head to Dades via Ouarzazate, passing through the Valley of Roses. Then, we'll reach the Dades Gorge, where we will spend the first night in a hotel. We will arrive in Dades Gorge around 6 PM.
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Direction: Merzouga2
Day 2: Dades - Todra gorge - Merzouga - 271km
Departure will be after breakfast to visit the Dades Gorges. We'll take the road of 1000 kasbahs, driving through the colorful Berber villages of the Dades Valley to reach Tinghir with its beautiful palm grove. We'll continue to the Gorge of Todgha, where we'll go on a trek along the canyons, which are about 300 meters high—a favorite spot for mountain climbers. Afterwards, we'll head to the Erg Chebbi dunes in the Merzouga Sahara desert, with a stop for lunch along the way. In the afternoon, we'll ride camels to see the sunset over the dunes and spend the night in a desert camp. We'll enjoy traditional mint tea, listen to Berber music, and watch the stars and the rising moon in the stunning Sahara desert dunes. We'll arrive in the desert around 5:30 PM.
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Direction: Marrakech3
Day 3: Merzouga - Tazzarine - Ouarzazate - Marrakech - 554 km
Wake early and climb the sand dunes to watch the beautiful sunrise. After breakfast, we will leave for Rissani—once known as Sijilmassa—the foundation of the Alaouite dynasty, the current ruling family. With most of the women veiled and men hooded, this is a very traditional Moroccan town. We’ll continue driving towards Ouarzazate via Alnif and Nkob, enjoying the sightseeing of the fascinating Draa Valley, which is dotted with hundreds of Berber kasbahs and full of palm trees. We'll then continue through its peaks, appreciating the beauty of the timeless landscapes on the twisted roads through Berber villages. We will arrive in Marrakech around 7 or 8 PM.
Trip Includes
- Accommodation: hotels, Riads amd Camp
- Breakfast, is daily included
- Water in Car during transfers
- A professional qualified Driver/guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees for all sights
- Short guided walks & hikes in valleys
- Ait Ben Haddou Guided Visit
- Desert Sandboerding and Camel ride in the desert
- Lunch and drinks
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The Trip with Said Was Amazing
Imane Verified
Our 3-day Sahara Desert trip with Said was fantastic. From the stunning drive through the High Atlas Mountains to the historic Ait Benhaddou, every moment was special. The trek through Todgha Gorge was thrilling, and the desert camp experience was unforgettable—riding camels and watching the sunset over the Erg Chebbi dunes was a real highlight.
A standout moment was the delicious tagine at the restaurant in Nkob—truly one of the best meals we had. Said’s knowledge and friendly nature made the journey even better. Highly recommend this tour for an amazing desert adventure!