4-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech: Camel Trekking & Erg Chebbi
Marrakech,Morocco
Duration
4 Days 3 Nights TripTour Code
TP6669Description
4-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech: Camel Trekking & Erg Chebbi Discover the beauty of Morocco on this 4-day Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech, an adventure filled with breathtaking landscapes, cultural experiences, and unforgettable moments. Begin your journey by crossing the scenic High Atlas Mountains, stopping at the historic Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the ancient streets and immerse yourself in the rich history of this iconic location. Continue to the lush Dades Valley, where you'll marvel at the dramatic rock formations and serene oases. Journey through the Todra Gorge, a stunning canyon perfect for photography and exploration. As you approach the Sahara Desert, feel the excitement build for the adventure ahead. In Merzouga, embark on a thrilling camel trek across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, taking in the serene beauty of the vast desert. Arrive at your traditional desert camp, where you'll enjoy an authentic Moroccan dinner, Berber music, and a night under the star-studded sky. On the final day, wake up to a magical sunrise over the dunes and enjoy breakfast before heading back to Marrakech, passing through more picturesque landscapes along the way. This 4-day tour offers the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Highlights
- Atlas Mountains: Journey through the stunning High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes.
- Ait Benhaddou Kasbah: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its traditional architecture and appearances in numerous films.
- Dades Valley & Todra Gorge: Marvel at dramatic rock formations and lush oases in these picturesque regions.
- Camel Trekking in Erg Chebbi: Experience a thrilling ride on a camel through the golden sand dunes of the Sahara Desert.
- Sahara Desert Camp: Spend a magical night under the stars in a traditional Berber camp, complete with music, delicious local cuisine, and cozy tents.
- Sunrise and Sunset Over the Dunes: Witness unforgettable moments as the sun paints the desert in shades of gold and orange.
- Traditional Berber Villages: Discover the culture and hospitality of local Berber communities along the way.
Included
- Air Conditioned Private Transport Driver speaking English, French & Spanish Accommodation in a Hotel in Dades Accommodation in the desert camp in Merzouga Accommodation in a Hotel in Ouarzazate Camel ride in the sunset and sunrise 3 X Dinners and 3 X Breakfasts Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Not Included
- Lunch, Drinks, Tips and Extras Entry Fees
Itinerary
- Discover the Beauty of the Atlas Mountains.
- After picking you up from your accommodation in Marrakech, we'll hit the road, headed for the Tizi- N-Tichka pass (2260m) in the High Atlas Mountains.
- You will get to experience a winding road, beautiful landscapes with different colors, and Berber villages along the way.
- Our first stop will be in Ait Barka Village to take beautiful pictures while having breakfast.
- It’s our starting point to begin the ascent to the highest Atlas Mountains of Morocco, Tizi N Tchka, where will also make a stop.
- We'll then continue onto the UNESCO World Heritage-listed, Ait Ben Hadou where you will be guided by a local guide to explain the history of its amazing heritage before the time for lunch.
- Then we're off again, continuing via Ouarzazate, Skoura palm grove, the Rose Valley, then to the Dades valley and gorges.
- Here, you'll stay in a typical Moroccan hotel, located in the heart of gorges.
- Gaze at a Blanket of Stars in the Sahara.
- After a delicious Moroccan breakfast, we'll begin the journey along the road of 1000 Kasbahs, driving around and through the colorful Berber villages of the Dades Valley.
- In Tineghir, we'll explore its famed beautiful palm groves and Jewish quarter before arriving in the Todra Gorges (Todgha) where you'll have free time to go on a trek along the canyons about 300 m high - a favorite for mountain climbers.
- Afterward, we'll continue onto the Erg Chebbi Dunes in the Merzouga Sahara Desert.
- Upon arrival, you will take a camel ride at sunset to get to the oasis where your camp is located.
- Spend the night in the bivouac in Merzouga Sahara Dunes under nomadic tents or outside under shooting stars while playing drums with your camel drivers.
- It is here where we'll spend the night.
- Camel Riding in the Village of Merzouga Today you will have to wake up very early in the morning to see what will may be the best sunrise of your life.
- You will set over the Sand Dunes of Sahara of Erg Chebbi to watch wonderful sunrise.
- After watching the sunrise you will go down to the Camp for breakfast.
- Then you’ll peacefully camel-trek back to the village of Merzouga.
- While enjoying morning camel ride you couldn’t fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes – changing with the light as the day progresses.
- Once you arrive the village of Merzouga, you will meet the driver again to continue the tour to Ouarzazat via Nkoub Oasis and Daraa valley.
- Nkob is the only Moroccan village with more than forty kasbahs.
- The old part of the village still contains many old impressive kasbahs, all constructed in mud in front of the oasis and the Jbel (mountain) Saghro.
- Daraa Valley is located at the south of the Atlas Mountains and it is the largest palm grove in the world, a green corridor 200 kilometers long and 18 wide that runs from Agdz.
- Overnight at the Hotel / Riad in Ouarzazate.
- In Ouarzazate you can enjoy the visit of Museum of the cinema, Cenima Studios and the kasbah of Taourirte.
- Then continue the road till the ksbah of Telouet also calls Glaoui palace.
- Is a Kasbah along the former roud of the caravans from Sahara over the atlas mountains to Marrakech.
- The Kasbah was the seat of El Glaoui family’s power.
- Thats why also somtimes called the palace of Glaoui.
- Back to marrakech after breakfast.
- Lunch will be in Atlas Moutains.
- The continue back to Marrakech.
- The end of Morocco sahara desert tour.
- Discover the Beauty of the Atlas Mountains.
- After picking you up from your accommodation in Marrakech, we'll hit the road, headed for the Tizi- N-Tichka pass (2260m) in the High Atlas Mountains.
- You will get to experience a winding road, beautiful landscapes with different colors, and Berber villages along the way.
- Our first stop will be in Ait Barka Village to take beautiful pictures while having breakfast.
- It’s our starting point to begin the ascent to the highest Atlas Mountains of Morocco, Tizi N Tchka, where will also make a stop.
- We'll then continue onto the UNESCO World Heritage-listed, Ait Ben Hadou where you will be guided by a local guide to explain the history of its amazing heritage before the time for lunch.
- Then we're off again, continuing via Ouarzazate, Skoura palm grove, the Rose Valley, then to the Dades valley and gorges.
- Here, you'll stay in a typical Moroccan hotel, located in the heart of gorges.
- Gaze at a Blanket of Stars in the Sahara.
- After a delicious Moroccan breakfast, we'll begin the journey along the road of 1000 Kasbahs, driving around and through the colorful Berber villages of the Dades Valley.
- In Tineghir, we'll explore its famed beautiful palm groves and Jewish quarter before arriving in the Todra Gorges (Todgha) where you'll have free time to go on a trek along the canyons about 300 m high - a favorite for mountain climbers.
- Afterward, we'll continue onto the Erg Chebbi Dunes in the Merzouga Sahara Desert.
- Upon arrival, you will take a camel ride at sunset to get to the oasis where your camp is located.
- Spend the night in the bivouac in Merzouga Sahara Dunes under nomadic tents or outside under shooting stars while playing drums with your camel drivers.
- It is here where we'll spend the night.
- Camel Riding in the Village of Merzouga Today you will have to wake up very early in the morning to see what will may be the best sunrise of your life.
- You will set over the Sand Dunes of Sahara of Erg Chebbi to watch wonderful sunrise.
- After watching the sunrise you will go down to the Camp for breakfast.
- Then you’ll peacefully camel-trek back to the village of Merzouga.
- While enjoying morning camel ride you couldn’t fail to appreciate the unique beauty of the spectacular Erg Chebbi sand dunes – changing with the light as the day progresses.
- Once you arrive the village of Merzouga, you will meet the driver again to continue the tour to Ouarzazat via Nkoub Oasis and Daraa valley.
- Nkob is the only Moroccan village with more than forty kasbahs.
- The old part of the village still contains many old impressive kasbahs, all constructed in mud in front of the oasis and the Jbel (mountain) Saghro.
- Daraa Valley is located at the south of the Atlas Mountains and it is the largest palm grove in the world, a green corridor 200 kilometers long and 18 wide that runs from Agdz.
- Overnight at the Hotel / Riad in Ouarzazate.
- In Ouarzazate you can enjoy the visit of Museum of the cinema, Cenima Studios and the kasbah of Taourirte.
- Then continue the road till the ksbah of Telouet also calls Glaoui palace.
- Is a Kasbah along the former roud of the caravans from Sahara over the atlas mountains to Marrakech.
- The Kasbah was the seat of El Glaoui family’s power.
- Thats why also somtimes called the palace of Glaoui.
- Back to marrakech after breakfast.
- Lunch will be in Atlas Moutains.
- The continue back to Marrakech.
- The end of Morocco sahara desert tour.
Faq's
The tour includes transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, accommodations (hotels, riads, and desert camp), breakfast and dinner daily, a camel trek in the Sahara Desert, and a professional driver/guide.
You will stay in comfortable riads or hotels during the journey and a traditional Berber camp in the Sahara Desert, equipped with proper bedding and basic facilities.
The camel trek is generally suitable for most travelers, but those with back or mobility issues may find it challenging. Alternative transportation to the desert camp can be arranged upon request.
Pack comfortable clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a scarf for protection against sand, and a light jacket for cooler desert nights.
Breakfast and dinner are included daily. Lunch is not included but can be purchased at local restaurants along the route.
The camel trek typically lasts 1-1.5 hours each way, depending on the location of the camp and weather conditions.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly. However, parents should assess whether the camel trek and long drives are suitable for their children.
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