3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga

After breakfast, continue your journey through the Dades Valley. First, follow a scenic road lined with traditional kasbahs and ksour (fortified villages). The route unfolds against a backdrop of ochre, red and mauve rock formations. Next, the road winds through green oases and palm groves; finally, you will reach Tinghir, a charming town nestled at the foot of the High Atlas mountains.

A few kilometers away are the magnificent Todra Gorges. Indeed, this natural wonder features imposing limestone cliffs rising to 1300 meters, sculpted by the Todra River. Located at 1,350 meters elevation and surrounded by a lush palm oasis, the gorges offer a spectacular setting—ideal for walking and photography.

Then continue southeast to Erfoud, known as Morocco’s fossil capital; here you can visit workshops that transform ancient marine fossils into decorative pieces and marble artworks. As the terrain becomes more arid, you will travel along desert tracks to reach Merzouga, the gateway to the legendary Erg Chebbi dunes.

On arrival, swap the 4×4 for a camel ride across the golden dunes. First, soak up the desert’s rhythm at sunset; additionally, enjoy a champagne toast on the dunes. Afterwards, return to your luxury desert camp: you will be welcomed with mint tea before settling into your haïma (luxury Berber tent). Finally, relax and enjoy the starry night.

Very early in the morning, first admire the sunrise over the dunes, then enjoy breakfast in the desert. Next, depart for Marrakech via Erfoud and Ouarzazate, with a lunch stop en route.

This stage allows you to enjoy the desert and Atlas landscapes one last time while comfortably returning to Marrakech. Finally, you will arrive in Marrakech late in the day, ready to unwind after your journey.