Embark on a 5-Day Morocco Sahara Desert Adventure Tour from Marrakech. Explore the Sahara Desert, High Atlas Mountains, and iconic UNESCO sites. Visit Ait Benhaddou, known for its ancient Kasbahs. Travel through the Dades Valley and along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Experience the local culture by supporting women’s associations and cooperatives. Reach Merzouga for a camel trek into the mesmerizing dunes. Spend the night in a traditional Berber camp. Enjoy delicious meals at local homes and cooperatives, supporting the community. Discover Nkoub, famous for its Kasbahs and palm groves. Along the way, learn about Morocco’s rich history and culture. Travel in a private, comfortable minivan with an English-speaking guide. Participate in activities like camel riding and stargazing in the desert. This tour offers a true Moroccan adventure, combining natural beauty with local experiences. Return to Marrakech with optional cultural stops on the way.
5-Day Morocco Desert Tour itinerary from Marrakech to Merzouga
Day 1: Marrakech to Ait Benhaddou _ guided Atlas and desert tour

Start your journey in Marrakech, leaving in the morning. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains. Drive along the scenic Ounila Valley. Arrive at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy an included lunch at a local women’s association. This supports the local community. After lunch, take a guided tour of the Kasbah. It is known for its historical and architectural significance. Later, visit a women’s cooperative. Learn about the traditional craft of carpet making. This Excursion Desert Tour from Marrakech offers culture and adventure. Lunch included.
Day 2: Ait Benhaddou to Toudra Gorge _ Sahara Desert tour
After breakfast, explore the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Travel through Skoura and Kalaat M’Gouna, known for its roses and rose-based products. Continue through the Dades Valley and enjoy an included lunch at a local family’s home. Arrive at Toudra Gorge in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day exploring the gorge. Take a short walk through the nearby palm grove, enjoying the serene surroundings. This Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech offers a perfect blend of culture, nature, and relaxation. Breakfast and Lunch included.
Day 3: Toudra Gorge to Merzouga _ Sahara Desert tour
Depart Toudra Gorge after breakfast. Journey toward the majestic dunes of Merzouga. Stop to explore the Khattarat, traditional underground irrigation channels in the desert. Pass through Erfoud, a town famous for its fossils. Stop for lunch en route. Arrive in Merzouga and begin a camel trek into the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Witness a breathtaking sunset. Spend the night in a traditional Berber camp. Enjoy local food, music, and unforgettable stargazing. This Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech offers an authentic desert experience. Breakfast and Dinner included.
Day 4: Merzouga to Nkoub _ Sahara Desert tour
Wake up early to experience the serene sunrise over the dunes. Enjoy breakfast at the camp. Depart the desert and drive through Alnif and Tazzarine. Reach the tranquil village of Nkoub, known for its 45 Kasbahs and palm groves. Nkoub offers a peaceful setting to unwind. After lunch, take a leisurely stroll through the village or explore the nearby oases. This Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech combines relaxation and exploration. Breakfast and Dinner included.
Day 5: Nkoub to Marrakech _ guided Atlas and desert tour
After breakfast, start your journey back to Marrakech. You will pass through the lush Draa Valley. This valley is famous for its date palms and ancient Kasbahs. Take a short stop in Ouarzazate. You can visit the Atlas Film Studios as an optional activity. Continue the scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains. Arrive in Marrakech by the afternoon. This is where our 5-Day Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech ends. Breakfast included
Trip info | price per person |
price per person | €549 |
Minimum Group Size | 2 people |
Children prices | €449 |
Tour departures | Choose your own departure dates |
Tour operates | all year |
The price includes are:
- official and experienced English speaking tour guide
- all transfers in clean air-conditioning tourism minivan
- all road taxes and tolls
- Professional tourism driver
- accommodation in hotels and camp in the desert
- Meals as specified in the trip itinerary
- lunch in Ait Benhaddou at the women association
- lunch in Dades valley at local family
- 4 breakfasts
- dinner at the Berber camp
- dinner at Nkoub
- camel riding
The price does not include:
- travel insurance
- tips
- meals not mentioned on the trip itinerary
- soft drinks
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