3 Days Desert Trip from Marrakech – Marrakech Desert Trips

Looking for an unforgettable 3 Days Desert Trip from Marrakech? Our desert trips from Marrakech offer an incredible mix of culture and adventure. From scenic 3 day trips to more multi-day Sahara explorations, there is a perfect desert escape for everyone.

Marrakech Desert Tours

Our Marrakech desert tours are a getaway for those who love to explore the stunning changing scenery of the desert. These tours take you on an adventure journey through the majestic Atlas Mountains. Over the high Atlas mountain, you pass the ancient kasbahs and head into the heart of the Sahara desert. Whether you are after a luxury experience with a private tent in a desert camp and fine dining or a more budget-friendly tour, these trips are packed with adventure. Marrakech desert tours offer much fun, including riding a camel over golden dunes, dining under shining stars, and witnessing a breathtaking desert sunrise.

Marrakech desert tours we have available on the web are tailored to different travel styles. Offering options like quad biking, sandboarding, and cultural stops in remote Berber villages. Book your dream Marrakech desert tour with us now! Surly our team will make it an unforgettable Moroccan adventure.

3 Days Desert Trip from Marrakech

Pressed for time? A Sahara Desert trip from Marrakech is a fantastic way to experience the magic of the desert in just a few days (advised to do this trip in 3 days if you are on short time). The Erg Chebbi desert is located about 557 km from Marrakech and provides a stunning backdrop for activities like camel rides, quad biking, and even a relaxing dinner under the open sky. When you are in the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi, you can feel both adventure and chill vibes. The Erg Chebbi desert is perfect for those wanting a taste of desert life and learning about nomadic culture.

Itinerary of the 3 Days Desert Trip from Marrakech:

The itinerary of 3 days offers a splendid adventure. It begins in Marrakech in the direction of the Sahra desert.

Day 1: Marrakech -> Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou ->Dades Valley ( About 6H Drive )

Advised to start your trip at 08:00 AM so that you have enough time to spend in Ait Ben Haddou. Before the city of Ouarzazate take the left route to Ait Ben Haddou to visit the kasbhas and have their lunch. Later head to Ouarzazate to visit its attractions like cinema studios and Taourirt kasbah. After visiting Ourzazate’s main attractions, it’s time to drive to Dades Valley. On the way, you can stop at a rock formation in Dades gorge known as Monkey’s Fingers. Overnight in Panorama Dades Hotel.

Day 2: Boumalne Dades -> Merzouga -> Erg Chebbi Desert ( About 4H Drive )

On the next day, you can drive further to the top of the Dades Gorge for a photo stop. Later drive to Todgha Gorges to have a short stroll in the middle of cliffs (Up to 400 metres high). After discovering this attraction drive back to Tinghir where you can take the left-side route to Rissani at the first stoplight. The way leads you to Erfoud where you can discover Morocco’s fossils and minerals. In Rissani, you can have lunch. Afterward, drive further to Merzouga. As you arrive in Merzouga you can ride your camel to the desert camp. Overnight in Orient Desert Camp.

Day 3: Merzouga -> Draa Valley ->Marrakech ( About 8:30H Drive )

The journey back to Marrakech is a long one! Start your journey early after witnessing the sunrise. Drive towards Alnif, passing through Rissani again as there is no other option. Drive to the Draa Valley, a palm grove in the province of Zagora. On the way, there are many kasbahs and oases that you can visit. Head back to Marrakech by crossing the High Atlas mountains.

Please keep in mind that if you are traveling with kids or seniors a 3-day trip will be difficult for them so it is advised to do this Marrakech desert trip in 4 days instead of 3 days for more comfort.

Why Choose a 3 Days Desert Trip from Marrakech?

For a truly absorbing adventure, a 3-day desert trip from Marrakech is a great choice, especially if you are a young traveler. These tours take you deep into the Sahara desert, where you will see the iconic Erg Chebbi or Erg Chigaga dunes. Along the way, before the city of Ouarzazate, you will visit the ancient fortified village of Aït Benhaddou which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since since 198, and marvel at the cinematic landscapes of Ouarzazate. Every stop adds a layer of wonder to your journey.

A three day trip from Marrakech to the desert allows you to truly embrace desert life. During the tour, you are going to spend the nights in traditional accommodations and taste traditional Berber cuisine by the campfire. This trip is ideal for experiencing the magic of the Sahara and making lifelong memories.

Don’t just dream about the desert—experience it! Book your 3 days trip to the Sahara desert from Marrakech today and discover why these adventures are a highlight of any Moroccan journey.