3-Day Sahara Experience: Ouarzazate to Merzouga Tour
3 day ouarzazate to merzouga desert tour
Embark on an unforgettable 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga and explore the heart of Morocco’s Sahara. This adventure offers a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes, traditional Berber culture, and thrilling experiences, including camel rides across the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes. Ideal for travelers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion, this tour guarantees memories that will last a lifetime.
Discover Morocco’s Sahara on this 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga. Enjoy camel trekking, Erg Chebbi dunes, Berber villages, and unforgettable landscapes.
Highlights of the 3-Day Ouarzazate to Merzouga Desert Tour During your 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga , you will visit stunning oases, scenic valleys, and historic kasbahs. On the second day, enjoy a camel trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. The 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga also includes a night under the stars in a traditional desert camp, offering a true taste of Saharan life. Each step of this 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga is designed for unforgettable experiences, from sunrise views to local cultural encounters.
Itinerary
Day 1: Ouarzazate – Skoura – Boutaghrar – Dades Valley – Todra Gorges
No Morocco itinerary is complete without the Sahara Desert experience on the 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga
Depart at 8:30 AM from your accommodation in Ouarzazate. Head east to Skoura, a palm oasis home to the remarkable Kasbah Amridil. Continue to Kelaa Mgouna, the heart of Morocco’s rose-growing region.
Take a scenic off-road trail through the Mgoun Valley and the remote village of Boutaghrar, where you may encounter nomadic families living in caves. Cross into the Dades Valley and stop at Aït Youl Kasbah before reaching the stunning Todra Gorges, famous for their towering canyon walls.
Overnight stay in a guesthouse or hotel in Todra Gorge or Tamtatoucht.
Day 2: Todra – Tamtatoucht – Amellagou – Goulmima – Merzouga (Erg Chebbi)
After breakfast, enjoy a walk or short hike in the Todra Valley or explore the Berber village of Tamtatoucht. Continue through Amellagou and Ait Hani, passing through stunning highland scenery and isolated mountain villages.
Stop in Goulmima to visit the ancient Ksar Igoulmim, a traditional fortified village. From there, continue your journey into the vast desert until reaching the spectacular dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga.
Enjoy a camel trek into the dunes at sunset before settling into your desert camp for the night.
Overnight in a nomadic-style camp (standard or luxury tent, based on your preference). Dinner under the stars with traditional music.
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Agdez – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate
Begin the Ultimate 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga, with a breathtaking trek through the Atlas Mountains
Wake early to witness the sunrise over the dunes, a magical moment in the Sahara. After breakfast, ride camels back to the edge of the dunes where your driver awaits. Begin the journey back to Ouarzazate via a different route, stopping to visit the lively Rissani market, known for its date souks and traditional crafts.
Travel along the picturesque Draa Valley, with its endless palm groves and ancient kasbahs, before crossing the Anti-Atlas Mountains back to Ouarzazate.
Arrival in Ouarzazate in the late afternoon. End of the tour.
What’s Included in 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga
- Private 4×4 vehicle with English/French-speaking driver-guide
- 1 night in hotel or guesthouse (Dades, Todra, or Tamtatoucht)
- 1 night in desert camp (standard or luxury tent option)
- Camel trek at sunset
- Breakfasts and dinners
- Bottled water during the tour
- Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation in Ouarzazate
- All local taxes, fuel, and tolls
Additional Information in 3 day tour ouarzazate to merzouga
- Luxury camp upgrades available upon request (recommended during winter months)
- Swimming pool hotels in Merzouga can be arranged if camping is not preferred
- Daily departures – flexible and fully customizable
- Ideal for small groups, couples, and families
- Ideal for small groups, couples, and families