2-Day Private Desert Tour

Embark on an unforgettable 2-day journey through the breathtaking Sahara Desert, starting from Ouarzazate. Traverse the sweeping dunes, enjoy a camel ride, and spend the night in a traditional haima, embracing the essence of the desert experience.

2-Day Private Desert Tour

Day 1

Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Ouarzazate, setting off towards Tinghir, a gem nestled within a stunning Southern Moroccan oasis. The route features the renowned Route of the Thousand Kasbahs, characterized by its ancient fortresses, alongside a visit to the enchanting Valley of Roses and the captivating Dadès Valley. Pause here to explore the Dadès Gorges, where you’ll take in the impressive geological wonders such as the Monkey Fingers Canyon and Todra Gorge.

Continuing your journey, navigate toward the town of Merzouga, passing through flourishing palm groves renowned for their exquisite dates, and stop for lunch prior to reaching Erfoud, a quaint oasis town famous for its fossil findings.

Upon your arrival in Merzouga, disembark from your comfortable vehicle to fully immerse in the desert ambiance by riding a camel across the mesmerizing dunes, leading you to a traditional Amazigh tent, known as a haima, where you’ll spend the night.

As night falls, indulge in a delicious Moroccan dinner under the starlit sky, surrounded by the serene expanse of sand, before settling in for a restful night.

Day 2

Awaken early for a memorable camel ride to witness a stunning sunrise over Erg Chebbi, widely recognized as one of the most breathtaking sites in the Merzouga desert. Rising with the sun will prove to be a rewarding experience!

After reveling in the beauty of the dawn, return to the camp to freshen up and enjoy breakfast before embarking on the next leg of your desert exploration. This day leads you to the Tafilalet Palm Grove, located near the historic settlement of Rissani, the origin of Morocco's current royal family, the Alaouite dynasty. From here, continue towards Alnif and journey through the majestic Anti-Atlas Mountains.

As you navigate towards the Amazigh communities of Tazarine and N'kob, marvel at the stunning views encompassing the surrounding peaks, the lush Draa Valley, and scenic palm groves. Cross the renowned Tizi N'Tnifift mountain pass, standing at an elevation of over 3,800 feet (1660 m), and arrive back in Ouarzazate around 5 pm.

Tour Accommodation

When making your reservation, you can select between two types of desert camps: standard and luxury.

Please be aware that both the hotels and desert camps provide only double occupancy rooms. A supplement will apply for solo travelers. Family and triple rooms can also be arranged if desired.

The standard haimas can accommodate up to 4 guests and feature a private bathroom. Meanwhile, the luxury haimas can host up to 5 guests with similar amenities. The standard and luxury camps are distinctly separate, with notable variations in meals and the interior style of the haimas.

Be advised that during peak seasons, such as Easter and Christmas, standard haimas might resort to shared bathrooms. Additionally, opting for air conditioning in the luxury camps incurs an extra fee of 30 EUR per haima.