3-Day Desert tour from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi Dunes
OVERVIEW TOUR FROM MARRAKECH
Want to leave the hustling and bustling city of Marrakech to see the Sahara desert in under three days? Easy. Jump on this Marrakech desert tour 3 days and you’ll get to admire the sunset and sunrise in the desert.
Experience the heart of the Desert with the best guides in the business who know the culture, people, and countrysides like the back of their hand.
- DURATION: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS
- START: MARRAKECH
- END: MARRAKECCH
- ACCOMMODATIONS: CHECH THEM BELOW
- TOUR STAYL: WE DO OFFER PRIVATE TRIP & GROUP TOUR
- PRICE: CHECK IT BELOW
Highlights of 3-day Tour From Marrakech to Erg Chebbi Desert
© Cross the High Atlas mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass ( 2260 meters above the sea level )
© Explore the Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987 tour from marrakech
© Enter the door of the Desert and the Hollywood of Africa
© Visit the two spectacular Gorges of Boumalne and Todra
© Traverse the Sahara on a traditional camel convoy
© Catch an amazing sunset and sunrise Enjoy a lovely starry night in the desert
© Discover Morocco’s longest valley tour from marrakech
WHY PRIVATE 3-Day Tour From Marrakech?
A great way to make the most of a trip to the desert is with our private Marrakech 3 days desert tour to Merzouga, helping to plan your trip and give you the best chance to see and experience as much as possible on your private Marrakech desert tours 3 days
Lay back as an air-conditioned vehicle takes you from location to location, taking in the dramatic views along the way Experience the real desert, alongside a passionate guide who knows the ins and outs of it.
There’s so much to entice you with when it comes to a private tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert. Why not check out our suggested program below for a dose of inspiration.
ITINERARY OF 3 DAYS TOUR FROM MARRAKECH TO MERZOUGA:
Check out our tour from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi Desert in 3 days itinerary below to see what to expect from the trip. Feel free to personalize this plan to your interests.
Your Tour from Marrakech 3 days will start with a pick-up at 08:00 am from your riad or anywhere you’re in Marrakesh. You’ll soon leave the city behind, driving through the landscapes of the High Atlas mountains via the Tizi-N-Tichka pass which reaches an altitude of 2260 meters ( 7415 ft ) over the sea level. You’ll have many stops along the way to see some beautiful Berber villages.
Reach the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, this fortified village is considered a great example of Moroccan architecture. Numerous famous movies shot in Morocco have used the Kasbah as a location, including “Kingdom of Heaven” in 2005, “Babel” in 2006, “Prince of Persia” in 2010, “Game of Thrones” in 2012, and the last one “David Attenborough: A life on Our Planet” in 2020. You’ll have enough time to enjoy this ancient Kasbah from inside.
After lunch, we’ll continue travelling south along the road of 1000 Kasbahs to Dades gorges via Ouarzazate, Skoura, and the valley of roses in Kalaat M’Gouna Upon arrival to the Gorges in the evening, if we still have time we’ll drive the awesome rock formations ( Known by the monkey fingers ), if not! We’ll visit it the day after. Dinner and overnight in a hotel.
Total driving distance: Around 353 km.
Total driving time: Around 7 hr. tour from Marrakech
Day 2: Dades Valley to Erg Chebbi Desert via Todra Valley & Gorges (5h drive)
We’ll begin the second day of your 3-days tour from Marrakech with a delicious breakfast, then travel to Tineghir, where we’ll stop in a panoramic view looking to charming Berber villages and an oasis full of palm trees. Not far away from this place, there’s a Canyon called Toudgha Gorge, it’s 300 meters high, here we’ll have a walk under this deep Canyon.
Later in the afternoon, when we arrive in Merzouga, you’ll go camel trekking across the Erg Chebbi dunes. During the trek, you’ll stop in a high dune to watch a magnificent sundown over the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Then continue camel riding to your camp, where you’ll be greeted with a cup of tea. Then, have a free time to relax. After a delicious Moroccan dinner, you’ll have a seat around a campfire with Berbers playing drums and telling stories under a sky full of stars. Overnight at your private tent.
Total driving distance: Around 275 km.
Total driving time: Around 5 hr. tour from Marrakech
Day 3: Erg Chebbi Desert to Marrakech (9h drive)
Today, an early wake-up is highly recommended to watch an impressive sunrise from the nearest high dune. After a delicious breakfast , you’ll have the choice to leave the camp by camels or by a 4×4 vehicle. Then drive back to Marrakech. But, this time via the Valley of Agdez, the Morocco’s longest ( 1100 kilometers ).
Feel free to ask your driver to stop whenever you want. Once we arrive in Ouarzazate, you’ll have a stop in front of the historical monument “Taourirt Kasbah” for photos. You’ll have lunch here, then head to Marrakech via the High Atlas mountains. Drop off at your accommodation and end of this Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert 3 days.
Total driving distance: Around 560 km.
Total driving time: Around 9 hr.
INCLUSIVE AND EXCLUSIVE OF THE TOUR FROM MARRAKECH
INCLUSIVE:
√ Pick up and drop off at your accommodation in Marrakech
✓ A/C modern 4×4 vehicle or a van, or a minibus English speaking driver or a driver and an English speaking guide
✓ A hotel in Boumalne
✓ Camel ride V Overnight in a desert camp
✓ 2 dinners & 2 breakfasts
√ Sandboarding (optionl)
EXCLUSIVE:
X Lunches
x Beverages
x Entrance fees if needed
x Tips ( optional )
Your Accommodations During your 3-day tour from Marrakech
When you join our tour from Marrakech 3 days to Sahara Desert Erg Chebbi, your overnight accommodation in Boumaine and Merzouga is added to the cost.
Before booking the tour, you’ll need to choose the type of accommodation you will stay in during your trip.
Accommodation options to help you decide:
Standard Accommodations:
1. First night: HOTEL BABYLON DADES, Kasbah Tifawen or similar.
2. Second night: STANDARD CAMP ( private tent, shared bathrooms & showers ).
Superior Accommodations:
1. First night: HOTEL XALUCA DADES or KSAR SULTAN DADES, or similar.
2. Second night: Azaouad Luxury Camp, or similar.
Note that you can also choose a standard hotel for the first night and a luxury camp for the second night. If you are interested in a specific accommodation, we’ll be happy to reserve it for you .
Price
The price of the private Marrakech 3 days desert tour depends on the type of accommodation, the number of travelers in your group, and the month of travel.
The more number of people in your group gets, the price will decrease more ( the rate is per person ).
Please email us for more information on rates. We always ensure each tour is tailored, so if you have any requirements or alterations with this tour please send us details in the contact form provided below.
the price for shared group tour starts from 250€ per person
the price for standard Private Tour starts from 330€ per person
the price for Superior private tour starts from 420€ per person
Note: (the price changes depending on the number of travelers and season)
When to book? As soon as you know your travel date especially in busiest periods.
Payment methods: We require a deposit of 30% at the time of booking and the balance on the day of the activity.
If our 3-day Tour from Marrakech to Erg Chebbi Desert does not match what you’re looking for, Contact us We provide customized trips in Morocco according to your duration of stay and your preferences. You can come with your family, relatives, friends or all of them. Just let us know your duration, what you wish to do in the state and we’ll plan the itinerary according to your interests.
Our Team at Visit Morocco Sahara Travel Company is at your service to answer any questions, give you detailed quotes about tours, and advise about the best times and places to visit. Whether you’re thinking about leading a tour or simply have questions, we’re here to help. tour from marrakech
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
• This is a private tour, but you can also join a small group by opting for the shared 3 days desert tour from Marrakech.
• Note that the distance between Marrakech and Merzouga is too long ( 560 Km ). It’s recommended to stay one night in Ouarzazate ( 4 day desert tour from Marrakech ), let us know if you wish to.
• You can opt for a full day in Merzouga so you can have more time to enjoy the desert. Please let us know during the booking.
• This tour from Marrakech 3 days to Sahara desert Erg Chebbi, can end in Fes by choosing the Marrakech to Fes desert tour.
• You can rent Quad Bikes in Erg Chebbi Dunes. If you’re interested just let your guide know, he’ll assist you with that.
• It is possible to do a desert tour in 2 days by opting for the Marrakech desert tours 2 days. However, it is not recommended because there is a lot of driving involved.
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