3-Day Sahara Desert Tour

Immerse yourself in the Moroccan desert, discovering valleys, mountains, and historic towns.

Tour Details

Day 1: Marrakech - Aït Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - The Dadès Valley

Departure from Marrakech to Ouarzazate, crossing the Atlas Mountains and the Tizi n'Tichka pass (7414 feet / 2260 meters). Mid-journey, visit the Aït Benhaddou Kasbah for about 2.5 hours, with time for lunch. Continue to Ouarzazate for a brief photo opportunity at the Taourirt Kasbah, then travel along “The Road of a Thousand Kasbahs” to Skoura, through the Valley of the Roses, and arrive at the Dadès Valley for overnight stay.

Day 2: Dadès Valley - Todgha Gorges - Merzouga

After breakfast, head to the Todgha Gorges for sightseeing. Proceed to Merzouga, passing the Jorf palm grove, and stop for lunch in Erfoud, known for fossils. Upon reaching Merzouga, switch to camels to visit the Bedouin camp for overnight accommodation and dinner.

Day 3: Merzouga - Rissani - Alnif - Tizi n'Tichka - Ouarzazate - Marrakesh

Experience sunrise in the desert, followed by breakfast at the camp. Travel through the Tafilalet palm grove and Rissani village, then cross the Anti-Atlas mountains to Alnif and continue to the Dades Valley. Arrive at Kalaat M'Gouna for lunch before returning to Marrakesh, arriving around 8:30 PM.

Accommodation Options

Choose from the following accommodation options:

Standard Shared Accommodation: Share hotel room in Dades and desert haima with up to 4 others. No single supplement. Not suitable for children under 18.Standard Private Accommodation: Private hotel room and haima for a maximum of 4 people.Superior Private Accommodation: Private hotel room and haima with improved decor and dining, accommodating up to 5 people.

Accommodation on the first night in Dades at selected hotels. Second night in a desert haima camp with private bathroom options. Breakfast and showers available on the third day before departure.

Pickup Info

If staying in the Medina, go to one of these meeting points:

KFC Marrakech, Av. Mohammed VMoulay El Yazid Mosque, 23 Rue de La KasbahMohamed V School, Riad LaaroussAbdelmoumen SchoolBab Doukkala Pharmacy

For those outside the Medina, pickup available at your hotel or riad with possible supplements based on distance.

Private Tours

For a private 4-day trip with family or friends, inquire about our 4-Day Merzouga Desert Private Tour.