5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga
Are you dreaming of an exciting motorcycle tour in Morocco? Our 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga to Zagora is the perfect journey to discover the beauty of the Sahara Desert, ancient Berber villages, panoramic dunes, and historical kasbahs. With powerful KTM motorcycles, professional guides, and a route that follows the legendary Paris-Dakar rally, this tour promises thrills, culture, and natural wonders.
Highlights of 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga
- Visit Rissani
- Enjoy landscapes of Mountains
- Explore the Draa valley and its great palm grove
- Camel ride
- Panoramic aspects of M'hamid dunes
- Enjoy a memorable night in a desert camp under the stars.
- Explore village tafraout
- Panoramic aspects of Erg Chebbi dunes
- Hearty dinner and party around the campfire (Berber Drums).
- Discover the rally Paris Dakar route
Day-by-Day Itinerary of the 5 Days Motorcycle Tour from Merzouga:
Day 1: Merzouga » Begaa » Saf-Saf » Erfoud
We begin our adventure in Merzouga, where we explore the majestic Erg Chebbi dunes. You’ll ride across the soft golden sand dunes and feel the freedom of the open Sahara. We stop at Khamlia village, home of the Gnawa people, to enjoy their traditional music and dance.
Next, we cross dunes to Begaa, a quiet village near the Algerian border. After passing the Tisrdmine oasis, we enjoy a picnic lunch in the Safsaf oasis under shady acacia trees. We end the day in Erfoud, a desert town famous for fossils, where you’ll enjoy a comfortable hotel stay and a hearty dinner.
Day 2: Erfoud » Jebal Mdawar » Aferdou » M'harech
After breakfast, we begin the second day of our 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga to Zagora by exploring El Borj and the Jbal Mdawar mountain. You travel along a mountain road until you arrive at Afrdou, a mountain that resembles a Moroccan Tajine. Following a brief stop, we will continue on our way to Mharech, passing through the Bourika oasis.
Day 3: M'harech » Maader » Oumjran » Zagora
Today, we follow the Paris-Dakar rally trail through untouched Sahara landscapes. We ride past scattered nomad camps and ancient Berber villages. The vast emptiness of the desert, broken only by small oases and distant mountains, gives you a feeling of freedom like nowhere else.
We stop for tea with nomadic families before arriving in Zagora, a charming town surrounded by palm trees and sand dunes. We’ll rest in a traditional guesthouse, enjoy a local Moroccan dinner, and reflect on the day’s adventures.
Day 4: Zagora » Nkob » Alnif
After breakfast, we ride through the Draa Valley, full of lush palm groves and ancient mudbrick kasbahs. We stop at Nkob, a famous Berber village with over 45 kasbahs, and enjoy a delicious Berber-style lunch.
In the afternoon, we continue to Alnif, passing through the dramatic landscapes between Djbel Saghro and Djbel Ougnat mountains. Alnif is known for its dinosaur fossils and traditional Berber culture. We enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 5: Alnif » Rissani » Merzouga
On the final day, we ride back toward Merzouga. We pass Tazoulayt, then visit Rissani, the birthplace of Morocco’s ruling Alaouite dynasty. Here, we explore the bustling market, visit the Molay Ali Chrif Mausoleum, and enjoy a traditional lunch.
Afterwards, we ride back to Merzouga, completing our unforgettable journey through Morocco’s magical Sahara Desert.
What included & excluded in this 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga to Zagora
Price includes
- Private AC Vehicle + Fuel
- The Rental Of One Motorcycle
- Experienced English-Speaking Driver (Guide).
- Meals
- Assistance Vehicle And Mechanic
- Insurance Of Motorbike During Our Tour
- Camel Trek With Professional Guide (Desert Tours).
- 1 Night Stay With Breakfast At Desert Camp
- Bottled water during the tour
Price excludes
- travel insurance
- Airfare
- Fuel
- Drinks
- Room Service Charges
- Riding Gear
- Pre-And-Post Tour Hotel Accommodations
- Fines
- Laundry
More info about 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga
- At the desert camp, you will stay in a private tent of your choice.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- A vegetarian option is available; please specify this while making your booking.
- alcoholic drinks (available for purchase).
- Quad bikes and buggies on the dunes can be added as an extra.
If you want to alter this 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga to Zagora, please let us know your ideas and travel arrangements so that we may construct a comparable or different itinerary that meets your needs.
For more details, please contact us.
Booking & Payment
Free Booking! To book a 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga to Zagora, usually we ask for a small deposit to be paid through our Paypal or Payoneer accounts. The rest of the payment is payable in cash to your driver/guide at the pick-up.
The deposit is completely free. To avoid carrying large amounts of cash, paying the full amount or half off using Paypal or Payoneer is possible.
-To cover Paypal fees, there is a 5% surcharge if you pay the full amount using Paypal.
-Paying the full amount by Payoneer is free of charge since Payoneer doesn’t apply any fees
Note: We do not accept credit cards or bank transfers at this time as they are time-consuming and expensive processes.
Cancellation policy for our 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga:
To receive a complete refund, please cancel at least 8 days before the date of the 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga to Zagora.
If you cancel less than 8 days before your trip, your deposit is non-refundable. However, it is still available for use if you reschedule your trip in the future. Simply email us to cancel your trip.
What to bring on our 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga
- Personal all risk insurance
- Don’t forget to bring your ID
- You’ll definitely want a camera
- Don’t forget to bring your driving license
- A jacket (unless it’s the middle of summer)
Destinations' overview of our 5 days motorcycle tour from Merzouga to Zagora:
Kasbah Tamnougalt
Kasbahs and ksours are iconic symbols of Moroccan culture.
Ksar Tamnougalt is one of the Draa Valley’s oldest ksours still in good condition. Ksar Tamnougalt was founded more than three centuries ago by a Caid family who represented the Sultan in the area.
Tamnougalt served a commercial purpose along the caravan route from Marrakech to Tombouctou. On the other hand, it served as a defense force, guarding the Drâa Valley against invasions by other tribes.
You will enjoy this amazing village, which perfectly demonstrates 16th-century architecture and is full of stories and history, on our 5-day motorcycle tour from Merzouga to Zagora.
Merzouga desert
The Merzouga Desert, which serves as the gateway to the vast Erg Chebbi dunes, is a popular tourist destination in Morocco.
This charming, small village is surrounded by picturesque, long stretches of towering sand dunes in all directions. The red sandstone structures blend into the desert landscape’s warmth, which changes colors at sunrise and sunset.
You take a camel into the desert from Merzouga. As the sun sets, take a one-hour camel ride through the desert. It’s an amazing sight. You’ll be greeted by beautiful Berber tents when you arrive at the desert camp. You will spend the night in these deluxe glamping tents on your 5 days KTM tour from Merzouga to Zagora.
Zagora
Zagora is a town in southeastern Morocco near the Anti-Atlas Mountains and the Draa Valley. Zagor’s allure is largely due to the vast Draa Valley, which is still home to various Berber tribes.
Zagora is a peak that overlooks the city from the Draa Valley’s shore. The town’s original name was Draa. Sultan Ahmed El Mansour (1578-1603) cared about the city. He built it to serve as a customs checkpoint for camel caravans heading to and from Tombouctou.
The city is surrounded by the endless palm trees of the Drâa Valley, one of the most beautiful desert landscapes in the world. The desert provides peace, serenity, and purity.
Explore the great culture, history, and more on this 5 days motorcycle KTM tour from Merzouga to Zagora.