Morocco Destination
6-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga & Erg Chebbi Dunes
Embark on a 6-day Morocco desert adventure from Marrakech to Merzouga, discovering the country’s most stunning landscapes and cultural treasures. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, visit the UNESCO-listed Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, and explore the cinematic city of Ouarzazate. Wander through the dramatic Todra Gorges, ride camels across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, and spend magical nights in both luxury desert camps and charming local hotels. Along the way, meet nomadic families, enjoy traditional music in Khamlia village, and relax in lush oases like Safsaf. This private tour blends adventure, cultural immersion, and comfort, perfect for those seeking an authentic Moroccan experience.
6-day desert tour from Marrakech
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas Mountains – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley
Your 6-day desert adventure begins with a morning departure from Marrakech, a city rich in history and once the capital of ancient Moroccan dynasties. We journey through the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi N’Tichka Pass, with a stop in a traditional Berber village for tea or coffee. The tour continues to the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a famous film location and historic trading post on the ancient Salt Route. After lunch, we drive through the Valley of Roses and the Skoura Oasis before arriving in the Dades Valley, where we spend the night.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Merzouga (Erg Chebbi Desert)
After breakfast, we explore the Dades Valley, admiring unique rock formations like the “Monkey Fingers” and visiting historic kasbahs. We then head to the Todra Gorges, known for their towering red cliffs and popular with rock climbers. After a walk through the gorge, we continue to the desert towns of Erfoud and Rissani for lunch. By afternoon, we reach Merzouga, where we are welcomed with mint tea before heading to the Sahara camp. Enjoy a camel ride over the dunes and a night under the stars in a luxury desert camp.
Day 3: Merzouga – Off-road Tour – Nomads – Khamlia Village – Desert Exploration
Wake early to witness a breathtaking sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast and a shower in Merzouga, we begin an off-road tour around the Erg Chebbi region. Visit nearby villages like Hassi Labied and M’fis, encounter local Berber and Gnawa communities, and enjoy a performance of traditional music in Khamlia village. We’ll also visit nomadic families, enjoy a picnic lunch near the Algerian border, and explore the Yasmina seasonal lake before returning to Merzouga for dinner and an overnight stay at a hotel.
Day 4: Merzouga – Safsaf Oasis – Nomad Encounters – Return to Merzouga
After breakfast, we set off through the black desert terrain toward the remote and peaceful Safsaf Oasis. Along the way, we stop to visit more nomad families and enjoy the serene desert scenery. Lunch will be served at the oasis, a lush refuge of greenery amid the arid dunes. In the late afternoon, we return to Merzouga, passing through diverse landscapes of rocks, sand, and palm groves. Overnight at a hotel near the dunes.
Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Alnif – Nkob – Agdz – Ouarzazate
We start the day with a final sunrise in the Sahara before heading back to Merzouga village for breakfast and a shower. Then, we depart for Ouarzazate, passing through Rissani (home to the mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif), Alnif, and Nkob. This scenic drive takes you through the Draa Valley and the town of Agdz, with several stops for photos and lunch along the way. Arrive in Ouarzazate in the evening for an overnight stay.
Day 6: Ouarzazate – Valley of Roses – Ait Ben Haddou – High Atlas Mountains – Marrakech
After breakfast, we begin the return journey to Marrakech. Our route includes a stop in the Valley of Roses, famous for its fragrant blooms harvested in May, and a final visit to the iconic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. From there, we cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi N’Tichka Pass, with scenic stops along the way. We arrive in Marrakech in the evening, concluding your unforgettable 6-day desert experience.
Services included
- Transportation in a private air-conditioned 4×4 vehicle or minivan.
- Pick-up and drop-off service from your Riad or the airport in Marrakech.
- Private English-speaking driver/guide.
- Accommodation for 2 nights in high-quality or luxury hotels/riads.
- 3 night in a luxury desert camp with a private bathroom.
- Sandboarding available at the desert camp.
- Camel ride (one camel per person) or 4×4 transfer across the dunes.
- Desert exploration in a 4×4 vehicle.
- Daily breakfast and dinner included.
Services not included
- Lunches during the trip.
- Drinks and personal expenses.
- Drinks and personal expenses, such as souvenirs or laundry.
- Tips for guides, drivers, and hotel staff (at traveler’s discretion).
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.