From Marrakech · Erg Chebbi
Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour
A private three-day crossing from the Marrakech medina to the great dunes of Erg Chebbi, over the High Atlas, into the rose country of the Dades Valley and up through the Todra Gorge, ending with a camel ride into a Berber camp beneath the desert stars.
Duration
3 days
Group size
Private
Guide
Licensed
Price
On request
About this tour
In three days and two nights you cross the High Atlas over the Tizi n'Tichka pass, walk the UNESCO-listed kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, follow the rose-scented Dades Valley, stand inside the towering red-orange Todra Gorge, and finish with a sunset camel ride into a Berber camp in the midst of the dunes. Everything is private, with your own vehicle and licensed guide throughout.
Itinerary: 3 days
Marrakech to Dades Valley
Collected from your riad in the morning, you climb over the High Atlas on the Tizi n'Tichka pass, stop at the Ait Ben Haddou kasbah and roll into the rose country of the Dades Valley for dinner and overnight.
Todra Gorge, Erfoud & Merzouga
The 300-metre walls of the Todra Gorge, fossil country around Erfoud, then on to Merzouga for a dusk camel ride into the Erg Chebbi dunes and the night in a Berber camp.
Sunrise over the dunes, back to Marrakech
Wake for sunrise, leave the desert after breakfast and head home through Rissani and the palm-lined Draa Valley, crossing the Atlas to reach Marrakech in the evening.
This is a private tour, not a fixed route: days, stops, camp type and even direction are all yours to adjust.
What's included
- Pickup & drop-off at your Marrakech accommodation
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Your own licensed driver-guide
- Dinner & breakfast and all overnight stays
- Camel ride into and out of camp
Not included
- Lunches & drinks
- International flights
- Entry fees to monuments
Price
On request
Tailored to group size and dates: we'll send a clear quote within a day.
Duration: 3 days
Group: private, your own guide
Departs: from Marrakech
Included: transport, guide, camp, camel ride
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Desert camps & seasons
Two ways to camp and a window of best seasons under this stretch of sky.
Camp type. Choose the authentic Berber camp with traditional tents and mattresses on the sand, or a fixed comfort camp with real beds, private bathrooms and hot showers. Both are within walking distance of the Erg Chebbi dunes and include dinner and breakfast round the fire.
Best seasons. October to April is ideal, with warm days and clear cool nights. Summer is manageable with an early start: we'll point you to the best dates for your trip.
Help & answers
Common questions
When is the best time to take this desert tour?
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the sweet spot, with mild days and cool, clear nights over the dunes.
Is the camel ride included?
Yes, the sunset ride into camp and the morning ride out are both part of the package.
What kind of accommodation is included?
Comfortable desert camps and good-value guesthouses along the route, so you can pick the level of comfort that suits you.
Is it safe to travel in the Moroccan desert?
Yes. The road to Merzouga is well served and safe; your licensed guide stays with you throughout.
Can we adjust the itinerary?
Completely; the route above is a starting point we shape around your dates, pace and interests.
Why book with us
A licensed tour operator with our own guides and drivers, a team that speaks Arabic, French, English, Spanish and German, and 40+ verified reviews. We plan your Moroccan Sahara trip properly, so the only surprises are the good ones.