Merzouga & the Sahara
For a longer journey through the Atlas Mountains, valleys and kasbahs, with time among the dunes and a night in the desert.
Explore Merzouga
FROM MARRAKECH TO THE SAHARAYour desert journey
Your desert journey
starts here.
Cross the Atlas Mountains, discover ancient kasbahs, and spend a night beneath the stars in Merzouga.
Explore the 3-day tour
SLOW DOWN. GO FURTHER.Golden dunes.
Golden dunes.
Unforgettable moments.
Follow the camel trails, feel the quiet of the desert, and find your next adventure beyond Marrakech.
Discover our desert toursMARRAKECH DESERT TOURS
Find your desert escape.
Cross the Atlas Mountains on a journey to Merzouga, spend a night near Zagora, or enjoy a shorter camel experience in Agafay or the Palmeraie. Choose the trip that fits your time in Morocco.
2–4 day desert journeysSunset camel experiencesStarting from Marrakech
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THE THREE-DAY SAHARA JOURNEYThree days.
Three days.
A world away.
See a different side of Morocco on a Marrakech desert tour to Merzouga. The road takes you through mountain passes, historic kasbahs and palm-filled valleys before reaching the dunes of Erg Chebbi.
- 01
Atlas Mountains & Dades Valley
Cross Tizi n’Tichka, visit Ait Ben Haddou and travel through Ouarzazate to your overnight stop in Dades Valley.
- 02
Todra Gorges & Merzouga
Continue towards the Sahara for a sunset camel trek and a night at a desert camp.
- 03
A desert morning, then Marrakech
Enjoy the morning in the dunes before the journey back to Marrakech.
CHOOSE YOUR PACE
Which desert experience is yours?
Start with how much time you have, then choose the landscapes you want to see.
Zagora overnight
A shorter desert road trip from Marrakech. Choose this route when you have two days for a change of scenery and an overnight escape.
Explore ZagoraAgafay & Palmeraie
Keep your base in Marrakech and make time for a camel experience. Compare the Agafay sunset outing with a ride in the Palmeraie.
Explore Agafay See the Palmeraie rideBEFORE YOU GO
A few useful answers.
Planning your first desert trip? Start here, then open your chosen tour for its full itinerary and booking details.
How many days do I need for a desert tour?
The tours listed here include a 2-day journey to Zagora and 3- or 4-day journeys to Merzouga. If you have only a few hours, consider a camel experience in Agafay or the Palmeraie instead.
What is included in the 3-day Merzouga tour?
The published itinerary includes transport, one hotel night in Dades Valley, one desert-camp night, sunset camel trekking, breakfasts and dinners. Check the tour page for the full programme and available options.
Can I choose a shorter camel experience?
Yes. The Palmeraie outing is listed at approximately 2 hours and the Agafay sunset outing at approximately 3 hours. These are the overall outing durations; consult each tour page for the riding time and transport details.
Where do the tours start?
These experiences start from Marrakech. The 3-day Merzouga itinerary lists pickup from your hotel or riad. Check your chosen tour and confirm the exact meeting point and time when booking.
How do I choose and book?
Open a tour to read its itinerary and booking details, or use its booking button above. If you need help deciding, contact us with your travel dates, group size and preferred experience.
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Desert journeys and camel experiences from Marrakech. Explore mountain roads, historic kasbahs and desert landscapes, with a trip that fits your time in Morocco.
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