4 DAYS FROM MARRAKECH TO SAHARA 

DAY 1: MARRAKECH → HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS – AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH → OUARZAZATE → DADES GORGES 

Start your 4 day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert with a convenient pickup from where you are staying, whether it is a hotel, riad, or another spot in Marrakesh. Leave the city and travel southeast through the High Atlas mountains. You will see charming Berber villages and get chances to take great pictures at some beautiful viewpoints.
Have a delicious lunch at Ait Ben Haddou village, where you will also explore the old Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah. This special “fortified village” has been recognized by UNESCO as an important place since 1987. It is even been in famous movies like Prince of Persia, Gladiator, and the famous TV series Game of Thrones.
After a short drive to Ouarzazate, we will stop at the biggest studio in Africa if you would like to visit it. Then, head to Dades Gorge, passing through the pretty Valley of Roses on the way. In Dades Valley, you will get to see amazing Rock formations (known as monkey fingers) and a panoramic view of the Gorge and the valley before we go to your hotel for the night.

DAY 2: DADES GORGES → TODRA CANYON → MERZOUGA DESERT

Begin your day by enjoying a delightful breakfast that sets the mood for the exciting experiences to come. Start a scenic drive along the beautiful Dades and Todra Rivers, surrounded by green palm groves and authentic Berber villages. Your first stop will be the incredible Todra Gorge in Tinghir, famous as one of the most breathtaking canyons globally. Following this, your journey carries you toward the fascinating Merzouga desert.
On the way to the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga, our knowledgeable driver/guide will suggest stopping at a traditional Berber shop. Here, you can try on Berber clothes and take pictures all without any cost. If you want to, you can buy things like scarves that are good for the desert or souvenirs. But you do not have to buy anything if you do not want to. The shop is mostly there to show and tell about Berber culture. If you do not want to go to the shop, just tell the guide, and we can keep going without stopping there.
Upon your arrival in Merzouga, get ready for an unforgettable camel excursion into the heart of the desert. When the sun goes down behind the sand dunes, enjoy the beautiful sight and try the fun activity of sandboarding. As the night unfolds, retreat to a luxurious desert camp, where a delicious dinner awaits. You will experience the magic of the desert at night, which will make you feel like you are a part of its special charm that has been around for a very long time.

DAY 3: EXPLORE THE MERZOUGA DESERT

Starting your day with an early wake-up is a great idea. You can watch a stunning sunrise from a nearby sand dune. Once you have had a tasty breakfast at the camp, your exploration of the Merzouga desert will begin. We have a special 4×4 SUV that will take you to meet the Berber Nomads who live behind the sand dunes. They will show you how they live and share lots about their unique culture. You will even visit a little hidden village called Mefis, listen to Gnawa music in Khamlia village, and see the Lake of Birds if it happens to be full.
After lunch, we will head to your riad where you can check in and have some free time. During this time, you can decide if you want to go for a swim or take a walk to the nearby sand dunes. Later in the evening, you will have dinner, and then you will spend the night at your riad. Remember, you can choose to spend another night at the desert camp if you would like.

DAY 4: MERZOUGA DESERT  – MARRAKECH

Following a tasty breakfast in your riad, we will start our journey back to the vibrant city of Marrakech. This time, our route will take us through the Draa Valley, known as Morocco’s longest valley. During this drive, we will stop in Agdez to enjoy a panoramic view of this valley that is full of palm trees.
On our way, we will have the opportunity to stop in Ouarzazate for a satisfying lunch. Afterward, our path will lead us through the majestic High Atlas mountains again as we make our way back to Marrakech. We will drop you off at your accommodation, and that marks the end of this 4 days Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour