3 Days Desert Trip from Marrakech – Overview
3 days desert trip from Marrakech is a unique experience to visit the dunes of Merzouga. This journey takes you through the breathtaking High Atlas Mountains, the ancient Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, dramatic valleys, and towering canyons. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime camel trekking experience and spend the night in a luxury desert camp under the stars. Perfect for travelers seeking an immersive blend of culture, nature, and adventure in Morocco.
Tour Highlights – 3 Days Desert Trip from Marrakech
- Cross the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah
- Explore the dramatic Todra Gorge and Dades Valley
- Experience a camel trek across the golden dunes of Merzouga
- Spend the night in a luxury desert camp under the stars
- Enjoy traditional Moroccan cuisine and Berber hospitality
- Scenic drives through valleys, oases, and historic villages
- Comfortable, private transportation with an English-speaking driver/guide
3 Days Desert tour from Marrakech - itinerary
Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Dades Valley
Begin your Morocco desert tour by crossing the scenic Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains. Visit the iconic Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and popular film location. After lunch in Ouarzazate, continue through the Valley of the Roses to reach Dades Valley for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert
After breakfast, explore the majestic Todra Gorge, known for its 300-meter-high cliffs. Continue your journey through the Sahara gateway towns to Merzouga. From here, embark on a breathtaking camel trekking tour in Morocco across the Erg Chebbi dunes. Spend the night in a fully equipped luxury desert camp and enjoy traditional music around the campfire.
Day 3: Merzouga – Alnif – Draa Valley – Marrakech
Start your morning with a stunning Sahara sunrise. After breakfast, drive through Alnif and the scenic Draa Valley, with its endless palm groves. Stop for lunch near Ouarzazate before crossing the High Atlas Mountains back to Marrakech. This marks the end of your unforgettable 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.
3 Days desert trip - includes
- Private, air-conditioned 4×4 or minibus transportation
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- 1 night at hotel/guesthouse in Dades Valley (dinner & breakfast included)
- 1 night in a luxury desert camp in Merzouga
- Guided camel trekking experience
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Marrakech
- Stops at Ait Benhaddou, Todra Gorge, Draa Valley, and more
- Plenty of photo stops, cultural insights, and scenic views
Excludes
- Flight tickets
- Food & Beverages
- Tips
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Frequently Asked Questions
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This itinerary ends in Marrakech, but a custom version ending in Fes is possible on request. Please contact us in advance to arrange a one-way desert tour from Marrakech to Fes.
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