5 days desert tour from Marrakech to merzouga

Private tour 5D/4N +1 People Every day

Discover the beauty of the South on this 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to merzouga. Begin in Marrakech and travel through the majestic High Atlas Mountains. Explore the vast Sahara and surrounding desert towns, as well as hidden oases, gorges, green valleys, and kasbahs along former caravan routes. Travel into the desert on a camel trek, which includes a night in a tent under the stars, and listen to traditional music around a desert campfire.

Highlights of 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to merzouga

Enjoy landscapes of High Atlas Mountains
Enjoy landscapes of Anti-Atlas Mountains
Visit the UNESCO world heritage of Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
Visit Atlas Studio & Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate
Explore the Draa valley and its great palm grove
Panoramic aspects of Erg Chebbi dunes
Camel ride
Explore Fes
Enjoy a memorable night in a desert camp under the stars.
Visit Ifrane
Experience the cedar forest
Hearty dinner and party around the campfire (Berber Drums).

5 Days Marrakech Desert Tour Itinerary:

Day 1: Marrakech » High Atlas Mountains » Ait Benhaddou » Ouarzazate

We will pick you up from the airport or your Marrakech hotel. Begin our 5 days tour from Marrakech to Fes via Merzouga through the High Atlas by crossing the Tizi N’tichka pass (2260 m in altitude), visiting the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, and stopping for lunch in a local restaurant before crossing the Atlas with stops to enjoy the spectacular views and see the Berber villages. Later, we continue to the Kasbah of Ait Benhaddou, which has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986 and has been featured in numerous films, including Alexander, Gladiator, and Babel… In the afternoon, we’ll continue on to Ouarzazate, named “Africa’s Hollywood,” and stop for photos at Atlas Studios, Africa’s second-largest largest studio. Dinner and overnight in Ouarzazate

Day 2: Ouarzazate » Dades Valley » Todra Gorge » Erfoud » Merzouga

We’ll begin the second day of our 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes with a delicious breakfast before heading to Tineghir for a panoramic view of charming Berber villages and an oasis filled with palm trees. A 300-meter-high canyon called Toudgha Gorge is only a short distance away; we’ll take a walk through it.

Continue to Erfoud via the southern Moroccan Berber Bedouin villages, arriving in Merzouga. Where we’ll find our camels, ready for a trip through the Erg Chebbi sand dunes in the Sahara. You’ll stop on a high dune along the way to watch the sun set over Erg Chebbi’s golden dunes.

After the sun sets, you will proceed to the camp, where you will be greeted with a glass of mint tea, dinner, a camp fire, a music party, and an overnight stay at Berber camp Merzouga.

Day 3: Merzouga » Khamlia »Taouz »Jdaid village » Ouzina desert

It’s absolutely worth getting up early on the third day of our 5 days desert trip from Marrakech to Merzouga to enjoy the most amazing sunrise you’ve ever seen from the top of a dune close to the camp and appreciate this unique scenery.

After this unforgettable experience, a delicious breakfast awaits you. Take a shower before returning to Merzouga by camel.

We’ll drive to Kamilia Village, where the majority of the residents are of Sub-Saharan African origin (Black African), and sip tea while listening to Gnawa music.

Stop at Mefis, a small abandoned village that still exists in the area, where you can explore lead and other mineral mines from the French colonial era.

Later, we will travel to Taouz, where we will follow the ancient Paris Dakar Rally route to see some incredible rock engravings, and we will stop in Jdaid for lunch (Berber Pizza and Tea) and to get Henna tattooed.

We will travel to the hotel in the Ouzina desert in the afternoon and spend the night there.

Day 4: Ouzina » Merzouga» Rissani » Ziz Valley » Midelt

After watching the sunrise on the fourth day of our 5 days Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to Fes via Ouzina and Merzouga, you’ll have breakfast and shower at the hotel before continuing on to Midelt via Rissani, Morocco’s largest traditional marketplaces in the south. Second, we’ll stop in Erfoud for fossil workshops. You’ll be able to see a variety of fossils discovered in the area.

Our next stop is Ziz Valley, Morocco’s largest supplier of dates. Following that, we’ll drive over the Ait Chakr hill and stop at one of Morocco’s best panoramic viewpoints, from which you can see the Ziz Valley’s hundreds of palm trees. We’ll continue our journey to Midelt in the following sections. The next stop is Errachidia’s dam. One of the locations established by the government to provide local residents with access to national water We will arrive in Midelt in the evening and spend the night there.

Day 5: Medilt » Azrou » Ifrane » Meknes » Fes

The final day of our 5 day desert tour from Marrakech to Fes is unlike any other. The day’s itinerary includes a visit to one of Morocco’s royal cities. We’ll make a quick stop at Cedar Forest, our first destination, while driving through the Atlas Mountains. We’ll be in Meknes in a few minutes. The first stop is at Sahrij Souani, the city’s central lake. Following that, we’ll take a walking tour of Meknes to continue our exploration. As a result, this time we’ll visit Lhdim Square and Bab Mansour. Our next stop is Volubilis, a short drive from the city and the former capital of the Mauritanian monarchy. As a result, we’ll be heading directly to Fes, where our mission will come to an end.

What included & excluded in this 5 Days Marrakech Desert Tour:

Price includes

Air-conditioned minivan or 4WD
Fuel & Tolls
Camel ride in sahara desert
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Professional driver/ Guide
3-night in a private room at the hotel/riad
(Breakfast & Dinner) x 4
1 overnight in a desert camp
Bottled water during the tour

Price excludes

More info on 5 days desert tour from Marrakech to 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 trip from Marrakech to Fes, 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 desert tour from Marrakech to merzouga, 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 Moroccan safari from Marrakech:

To receive a complete refund, please cancel at least 8 days before the date of the 5 days Moroccan safari from Marrakech.

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 should I pack for the desert tour?

Essentials include:

Comfortable, layered clothing (it can be hot during the day and cold at night).
Sunglasses, sunscreen, and a wide-brimmed hat for sun protection.
A warm jacket for cool desert nights.
Comfortable walking shoes or sandals.
A reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.
Personal toiletries, as facilities may be basic in some locations.

What is the best time of year for this tour?

The best times to visit are in the spring (March to May) and fall (September to November), when the weather is milder. Summer can be extremely hot, especially in the desert, while winter nights can be very cold.

How far is Merzouga from Marrakech?

The distance from Casablanca to Merzouga is 557 km.

5 days Moroccan safari

"I recently went on a 5-day Moroccan safari from Marrakech and it was an incredible experience. The tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and we got to see some truly stunning landscapes and historic sites. Highlights included visiting the Sahara Desert, exploring the stunning Ait Benhaddou kasbah, and experiencing the vibrant city of Marrakech. I highly recommend this safari to anyone looking for a unique and memorable vacation in Morocco."

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Amazing 5 days Morocco desert tour from Marrakech

"The 5 day Moroccan safari from Marrakech was a fantastic experience! Our Mohamed guide was knowledgeable and provided a unique perspective on the local culture and history. The scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains and camping under the stars in the Sahara Desert were highlights of the trip. We also had the opportunity to visit several traditional Berber villages, see a beautiful oasis, and experience a camel ride. Overall, a highly recommended adventure for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the beauty and diversity of Morocco."

Euge O

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5 days Moroccan safari from Marrakech

This tour was absolutely fantastic. There was a lot to see and do in these five days. It was very well organized while adhering to a tight schedule. The information and guides for the various areas were extremely well explained. Mohamed, our guide, was fantastic and was always willing to assist in any situation. The transportation was comfortable and well-acclimatized. The overall experience was one of the best tours I've been on, and I would recommend it to people of all ages. I can't wait to go back to Morocco and do it all over again. I'd like to thank Mohamed for being a wonderful host, always cheerful and accommodating to our group's needs.

Bracen A

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