Day 1: Marrakech to Dades Valley
Morning:
Depart from Marrakech: Start your adventure early in the morning. You can join a guided tour or hire a private driver for your journey to the Sahara Desert.
Tizi n’Tichka Pass: As you leave Marrakech, you’ll pass through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass, with opportunities for scenic stops along the way.
Lunch:
Lunch En Route: Stop for lunch at a local restaurant in a Berber village.
Afternoon:
Ait Ben Haddou: Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, a historic Kasbah that has been featured in movies and TV shows. Explore the ancient town and its unique architecture.
Ouarzazate: Continue to Ouarzazate, often referred to as the “Hollywood of Morocco” due to its film studios and desert landscapes.
Skoura Oasis: Visit the Skoura Oasis, home to lush palm groves and historic kasbahs.
Evening:
Arrival in Dades Valley: Check in to your accommodation in the Dades Valley and enjoy a traditional Moroccan dinner.
Day 2: Dades Valley to Merzouga (Erg Chebbi)
Morning:
Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at your accommodation in Dades Valley.
Dades Gorges: Explore the Dades Gorges, a stunning natural wonder known for its dramatic rock formations.
Lunch:
Lunch in Tinghir: Have lunch in the town of Tinghir.
Afternoon:
Todra Gorges: Visit the Todra Gorges, a narrow canyon with towering cliffs popular among rock climbers.
Drive to Merzouga: Head to Merzouga, near the Erg Chebbi dunes in the Sahara Desert. You may arrive in time for a camel trek into the desert.
Evening:
Desert Camp: Arrive at your desert camp near Merzouga, where you’ll enjoy a traditional Berber dinner and spend the night in a comfortable desert tent. Enjoy stargazing and the tranquility of the desert.
Day 3: Merzouga Exploration
Morning:
Sunrise in the Desert: Wake up early to witness the sunrise over the dunes. This is a breathtaking and serene experience.
Breakfast in the Desert: Enjoy breakfast at the desert camp.
Morning to Afternoon:
Camel Trek: Embark on a camel trek to explore the Sahara Desert. Visit nomadic settlements and enjoy the unique landscapes.
Lunch at the Desert Camp: Return to the desert camp for a fresh lunch.
Afternoon:
Free Time: Spend the afternoon at your leisure in Merzouga. You can relax, explore, or engage in optional activities like sandboarding.
Evening:
Berber Music: Enjoy Berber music around a campfire under the stars.
Day 4: Merzouga to Marrakech
Morning:
Breakfast in Merzouga: Have breakfast at your desert camp or guesthouse.
Drive Back to Marrakech: Begin your journey back to Marrakech. The drive takes around 8-10 hours.
Lunch:
Lunch En Route: Stop for lunch at a local restaurant during the drive.
Afternoon:
Arrival in Marrakech: Return to Marrakech in the evening, where the tour concludes.
Marrakech – Merzouga
6 am from Marrakech
