6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
Dreamlike 6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga: Night Under the Stars
6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
Experience the ultimate Moroccan adventure with our 6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, a journey designed for those seeking the perfect blend of relaxation and discovery.
As one of the best Morocco tours available, this itinerary takes you beyond the standard route, offering a deep dive into the kingdom’s soul. From the winding passes of the High Atlas Mountains to the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, our guided trips to Morocco ensure you uncover hidden gems and historic Kasbahs with expert local insights. The pinnacle of your journey is a luxury Sahara desert tour from Marrakech, where you’ll trade the city heat for the golden silence of the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Trek by camel at sunset and spend your nights in a premium tented camp, enjoying traditional Berber music and gourmet cuisine under a canopy of endless stars.
6 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech
If you are looking for the ultimate North African adventure, our 6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga offers a perfectly paced journey through the heart of the kingdom.
Consistently rated among the best Morocco tours, this route transforms a simple trip into a deep cultural immersion. You will travel in comfort across the High Atlas Mountains, exploring the ancient UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou and the dramatic Todra Gorges with the ease of our professionally guided trips to Morocco. The true crown jewel of the itinerary is the luxury Sahara desert tour from Marrakech, which grants you exclusive access to high end tented camps nestled deep within the golden Erg Chebbi dunes.
Instead of rushing, these 6 days allow you to savor every moment from sunset camel treks and traditional Gnawa music to gourmet dinners under a canopy of Saharan stars, ensuring your Moroccan experience is as comfortable as it is authentic.
Your 6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga 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.
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.
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.
After breakfast, we continue the deep exploration of our 6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga by setting 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.
The day concludes with an overnight at a hotel near the dunes, marking another unforgettable chapter of your journey.
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.
After breakfast, we begin the return journey to Marrakech. This final leg of your 6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga 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 to capture the stunning panoramic views. We arrive in Marrakech in the evening, concluding your unforgettable 6-day desert experience.
Services included in 6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
- 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 in 6 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
- 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.
