4 Days in Morocco: Luxury Sahara Desert Camp From Marrakech
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A 4-day private loop from Marrakech with two nights at a desert camp in Merzouga: over the High Atlas by Ait Benhaddou and Ouarzazate to the Dades valley, the Todra Gorge and the dunes of Erg Chebbi, a full day in the desert with nomad families, and back by the Draa valley and Agdz.
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish
All Ages Welcome
Highlights
- Over the High Atlas to the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO)
- The Dades Gorge and the Todra Gorge
- Camel ride to the top of the dunes at sunset
- Two nights at a desert camp in Merzouga
- Mint tea with Berber nomad families and a picnic in the dunes
- The Draa valley and Agdz on the way back
Route map
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Itinerary
Day 1Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Boumalne Dades
Pickup at 9:00 at Marrakech airport or your accommodation. Over the High Atlas to the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou (UNESCO) and Ouarzazate, then the “Monkey Toes” rock formations in the Dades valley.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Day 1
Dar Rihana Dades or Similar
Boumalne Dades
5-star upgrade available
Day 2Boumalne Dades – Todra Gorge – Merzouga
The Dades Gorge, oases and the old irrigation channels, the Todra Gorge and a fossil stop, then a camel ride to the top of the dunes of Erg Chebbi for sunset, with dinner and music around the campfire.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Day 2–3
Nomad Comfort Camp or Similar
Merzouga
5-star upgrade available
Day 3Merzouga
A day in the desert: fossil sites, a visit to Berber nomad families for mint tea, a picnic lunch in the open air and the dunes again at sunset, with dinner under the stars. Optional: quad bike, buggy or hot air balloon.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Day 2–3
Nomad Comfort Camp or Similar
Merzouga
5-star upgrade available
Day 4Merzouga – Draa valley – Agdz – Marrakech
Sunrise over the desert, then the villages along the Draa river to Agdz, Ouarzazate and back over the High Atlas to Marrakech, where your driver drops you at the airport or your accommodation.
Breakfast
What’s included
Accommodation
3 nights in a hotel and a desert camp
Boumalne Dades
Dar Rihana Dades or Similar
Merzouga
Nomad Comfort Camp or Similar
Guide
Fully guided, in English.
Other languages on request: German, French, Spanish.
Meals
- Days 1–3: breakfast, lunch, dinner
- Day 3: picnic lunch in the dunes, dinner under the stars
- Day 4: breakfast
Optional extras
Not included in the tour price; can be added when you book.
What’s not included
Flights
Insurance
Where you’ll stay
All accommodations are subject to change.
Day 1
Dar Rihana Dades or Similar
Boumalne Dades
5-star upgrade available
Day 2–3
Nomad Comfort Camp or Similar
Merzouga
5-star upgrade available
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