“From the Marrakech medina to a camel ride on the Erg Chebbi dunes, every detail was taken care of. Our guide made the whole trip calm, safe and truly our own.”
The Moroccan Sahara
Sahara Desert Tours in Morocco
Private, unhurried multi-day tours in the Moroccan Sahara: the Erg Chebbi dunes shifting colour hour by hour, a night in a desert camp under a sky full of stars, and the warm hospitality of the Berbers — all with your own guide.
Duration
2 to 4 days
Group size
Private
Guide
Licensed
Price
From €400
About this tour
Most travellers reach the Moroccan Sahara on a route linking Marrakech to the dunes, either as a round trip or as part of a longer tour towards Fes. We can build the desert section on its own, or weave it into a wider itinerary — always private, and always with a guide who works directly for us.
Highlights
- The Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset and sunrise
- A sunset camel ride out to the desert camp
- A night in a desert camp with dinner and breakfast included
- Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage kasbah
- The towering walls of the Todra Gorge
- Sunrise over the dunes
- Your own vehicle and a licensed guide throughout the journey
Sample itinerary: 3 days
Day 1 · From Marrakech to the desert road
Over the High Atlas, through the Ounila valley and the ksar of Ait Ben Haddou; evening above the Dades Gorges, overnight in a guesthouse.
Day 2 · Through the Todra Gorge to Merzouga
The Erg Chebbi dunes begin. A camel ride at dusk to a Moroccan Sahara camp, where you sleep under the stars.
Day 3 · Sunrise over the dunes, then onwards
Breakfast at camp, then back to Marrakech or onwards to Fes for a longer tour.
What’s included
- Private vehicle with driver
- Your own licensed guide
- Camp nights with dinners and breakfasts
- Camel ride into and out of camp
Not included
- Flights and transfers
- Lunches and drinks
- Entry fees and activities
- Tips for guides and drivers
Our Sahara Desert Tours
Private tour3 daysMarrakech to Merzouga · 3 days
Three days from Marrakech to the great dunes of Erg Chebbi, with a licensed guide the whole way.
Private tour4 daysMarrakech to Merzouga · 4 days
Private 4-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour via Ouarzazate, the Todra Gorges and the Draa Valley.
Private tour3 daysMarrakech to Fes · 3 days
Private 3-day Marrakech to Fes desert tour through Ait Ben Haddou, the Dades and Todra gorges and the Erg.
Desert camps and seasons
Two ways to camp and a window of best seasons, so you can choose the Sahara that suits you.
Camp styles. Choose a simple, authentic camp with traditional tents and mattresses on the sand, or a fixed luxury camp with private bathrooms, real beds and hot showers. Both sit a short walk from the dunes and include dinner and breakfast.
Best seasons. The Moroccan Sahara is at its best from October to April, when days are mild and nights are cool and clear. Summer is hot but still rewarding with an early start: we will suggest the best timing for your dates.
Help and answers
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Marrakech to the desert?
About 9 to 10 hours each way with scenic stops, which is why most travellers choose at least two nights.
Is the Moroccan Sahara safe to visit?
Yes, the desert routes are well established and we drive them regularly with our own guides, who stay with you throughout the journey.
Can we change the itinerary?
Absolutely. The sample above is a starting point and we will adapt it to your dates, your pace and your wishes.
What is the difference between the camp styles?
Luxury camps add private bathrooms, real beds and hot showers; simple camps bring you closer to the traditional desert experience.
Planning help
Compare the deserts in our Agafay or Merzouga guide, our desert camps guide, find out the best time to visit the Sahara, or start from our Morocco tours and our desert excursions from Marrakech.
Traveller reviews
5.0 average · 40+ verified reviews on Google and Tripadvisor.
“A private, unhurried itinerary through the Atlas and the desert, exactly at our pace, with warm communication from the very first message. I highly recommend it.”
“We crossed the country from north to south, from Fes to Marrakech through the desert in four days. Smooth driving, charming riads and a night at the camp we will never forget.”
“An eight-day trip from Agadir to Marrakech that took in the desert, the gorges and the Atlantic coast without ever feeling rushed. Honest prices and a wonderful welcome.”
“Our Spanish-speaking driver-guide planned a ten-day loop from Casablanca to Chefchaouen, Fes and the desert. Everything was organised and taken care of. A flawless trip.”
Why Routes of Morocco
Why book with us
A licensed operator with its own guides and drivers — and a team that replies in the language of your message.
Licensed operator
A registered Moroccan tour operator. You book directly with the people who organise the trip, with no middleman.
Our own guides and drivers
Licensed local guides and our own air-conditioned vehicles, with drivers who work for us all year round — never subcontracted at the last minute.
Five languages
Arabic, French, English, Spanish and German — the team that looks after you is the same one that answers your emails before you book.
40+ verified reviews
Reviews from travellers who have actually followed these itineraries, collected on Google and Tripadvisor.