Overview
Discover the beauty and diversity of southern Morocco on this unforgettable 5-day journey from Marrakech to the majestic dunes of the Sahara Desert. This immersive tour takes you through breathtaking landscapes, historic kasbahs, lush valleys, and traditional Berber villages, offering a perfect blend of culture, adventure, and natural beauty.
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive across the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via the famous Tizi n’Tichka Pass, where panoramic views of mountains and remote villages create unforgettable moments. Along the way, you will visit the legendary Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its ancient earthen architecture and its appearance in many international films.
Continuing through the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, you will explore beautiful valleys such as the Dades Valley and the dramatic cliffs of the Todra Gorge near Tinghir. These regions reveal the authentic lifestyle of southern Morocco, surrounded by palm groves, desert landscapes, and historic kasbahs.
The highlight of the tour awaits in the Sahara Desert near Merzouga, where the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi stretch endlessly across the horizon. Here you will enjoy a camel trek across the dunes at sunset and spend a magical night in a traditional desert camp under a sky full of stars. Experience Berber hospitality, local cuisine, and traditional music around the campfire.
With additional time to explore the region, this 5-day tour allows you to discover more hidden gems, meet local communities, and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of desert life before returning to Marrakech with unforgettable memories of Morocco’s landscapes and culture.
Itinerary
Departure from Marrakech at 7:00 AM, crossing the High Atlas Mountains through the Tizi n’Tichka Pass (2260 m). We continue through the Skoura palm grove, the Valley of Roses, and Todra, passing the Tafilalet palm grove until we reach the impressive dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga.
There, you will ride camels to reach the camp located in the middle of the desert.
Dinner and overnight in desert tents, with a traditional Berber music show under the stars.
We wake up early to enjoy the sunrise over the dunes and have breakfast. Then you will ride the camels again back to the village to continue the journey.
We continue to Rissani, one of the oldest cities in Morocco and the former capital of the Alaouite dynasty. Then we cross the interesting pre-desert landscapes until reaching the beautiful Draa Valley, where we will make several stops to enjoy this stunning valley that follows the Draa River, the longest river in Morocco, which crosses the country toward Mauritania.
We then cross the Anti-Atlas Mountains to reach Ouarzazate, where we stop for lunch. In the afternoon we cross the High Atlas Mountains again and arrive in Marrakech in the evening, with transfer to your riad.
End of our services – Welcome to Morocco!
Cost
Included
- Private 2-day tour from Marrakech to the Merzouga Desert
- Private transport
- Spanish-speaking guide during the tour
- Fuel
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus / 4x4 vehicle
- Camel ride in the desert
- 1 night in a desert camp (haima) with dinner and breakfast
- Sandboarding in the desert
Not Included
- Flights
- Drinks
- Lunches
- Entrance fees to historical monuments

