Join us on an unforgettable journey through one of Morocco's most spectacular desert adventures. This tour takes you from the vibrant city of Marrakech to the heart of the Sahara Desert in Merzouga, crossing the majestic Montagne dell'Alto Atlante, ancient kasbahs, lush valleys, and golden sand dunes. Carefully designed to combine culture, adventure, and relaxation, this 3-day itinerary offers an authentic experience of southern Morocco, including camel trekking, desert camping, and magical moments under a star-filled sky. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, explore the stunning Todra Gorges, and experience the breathtaking beauty of Erg Chebbi's towering dunes. With comfortable accommodations, expert guides, and carefully curated experiences, this tour provides the perfect introduction to Morocco's desert wonders with Marocco Anima nomade.
Tour starts at 08:30 AM from your riad or hotel in Marrakech
Drive through the Tizi n'Tichka Pass with several photo stops
Reach the highest point at 2,260 meters above sea level
Visit small Berber villages along the way
Visit Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, UNESCO World Heritage Site
Explore and have lunch at a local restaurant
Continue to Ouarzazate, visit Taourirt Kasbah and film studios
Drive to Dades Valley via Road of a Thousand Kasbahs and Valley of Roses
Arrival in the evening, dinner and overnight in a comfortable riad
After breakfast, head to Tinghir with panoramic stops
Visit the Todra Gorges, deep canyon with 300-meter rock walls
Continue journey towards Merzouga
Camels waiting to start trek across Erg Chebbi dunes
Stop on top of a dune to watch magical sunset
Reach desert camp in heart of the Sahara
Welcome with mint tea at the camp
Traditional dinner, Berber drum music
Evening around campfire under star-filled sky
Early wake-up to watch sunrise from top of nearby sand dune
Breakfast at the desert camp
Start return journey via different route along Draa Valley
Draa Valley is longest river in Morocco (1,100 km)
Stop whenever you wish to take photos
Lunch in Ouarzazate
Continue back to Marrakech via High Atlas Mountains
Arrival at your accommodation in Marrakech
End of the tour
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