3 days from Marrakech to Merzouga Overview
Morocco is full of secrets and luminous places, in this 3-day trip (3 days starting from Marrakech and ending at Marrakech airport) is planned as follows, on the first day we will pick you up from your place of residence in Marrakech at 8 am and set off to the High Atlas of Morocco via the port of Tizi n'Tichka. Then we head south towards Ksar Ait Ben Haddou (a fortified village). We go to Ouarzazate and then to the Valley of Roses. Finally, we will reach Dades Valley where we will spend the night, on the second day and after breakfast, our second day will start from a strategic view of the mountains. We will reach the Todra Strait after some stops. Then we will continue to the magnificent Merzou Dunes, continuing our way into the desert. In the middle of a sea of dunes in the area of Chebbi, there we will take a one-hour camel ride to our Bedouin camp. We will see the sunset over the dunes before dinner, so we will sleep in the tent, and on the third day, We'll be on a "sunrise date" very early in the morning. Then we come back for breakfast. Then we begin the last day of our journey through the arid pre-desert where we will meet the "Acacia". We will make a few stops along the road to the Draa Valley and then on our way through the Anti-Atlas to Ouarzazate. Transfer and termination of our services to the hotel.
Starts from Marrakech
Marrakesh, an imperial city in western Morocco, is a cultural center with mosques, palaces, and gardens. The Red Medina is a walled medieval city from the Berber Empire, with maze-like alleys and souks selling traditional textiles, pottery, and jewelry. The Koutoubia Mosque, a 12th-century Moorish minaret visible for miles, is the city's symbol. It brings together the old and the new. Enjoying the atmosphere is a major tourist attraction, with snake charmers and colorful shops encapsulating Morocco's vibrant spirit. The richly decorated heritage buildings in the city center have an impressive appearance and are among the most famous monuments in the country.
Marrakesh is also the gateway to the High Atlas, Morocco's main activity area, where you can go hiking, cycling, climbing, and do a variety of other activities. Even on a brief visit, you can get a taste of Moroccan mountain life by taking one of the many Marrakech day trips available from the city. Discover the city's highlights with our comprehensive 3-day tour from Marrakech.
How to see Morocco in 3 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert
Pre-planning a trip to Morocco is as exciting as it is important. With so many different cultural identities, landscapes, and histories, there may be too much to see in too little time. Here Our mission begins! This is how you can get a full Moroccan experience in 3 days.
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate – Dadés Valley
Get off from your Marrakech accommodation at 8 a.m. and depart for the High Atlas of Morocco The Atlas mountains pass through the port of Tizi N'Tichka with panoramic stops and small Berbers pictures of Camouflaging villages in the countryside. Then we drive south towards Ait Ben Haddou ksar (fortified village) Where are we going to visit Kasbah (declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986). Well-known movies were shot such as The Gladiateur, Obelix, The Nile Jewel, on this spectacular stage, Penélope Cruz, the Sahara ... and so on. Free lunchtime in the city. We go to Ouarzazate known in Berber as 'the door of the desert, This one is one of the most spectacular Ksars in the Taourirt kasbah, Morocco. Next is the Rose Gorge, which passes through the large Skoura palm grove; Gorgeous place to see more Around seventy thousand palm trees in the immediate area and several kasbahs. Here we are. Damascenes of the Valley are roses Elevated for beauty application, such as rosewater prices. Here is the Rose Festival It's essential every year in May Moroccan Culture Museum. At last, we reach the valley of the Dades where we spend the night.
Day 2: Dadés Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga – Camel Trek and overnight in Berber Camp
After breakfast, Our second day will begin with a strategic view of the mountains, we can enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the Dades Valley, from which we can admire everyone's several kasbahs and their scenic characteristics. The valley leads from the city of Tinerhir into the valley and the desert on a very nice asphalt road. We will arrive at the Todra Gorges after some stops. The landscape is fantastic. The local people remain in the town and are evident in the settlements of their adobe. These gorges are popular with rock climbers because their rock sides have many rough surfaces. You have free time for lunch in Tinejdad or Touroug after a quick walk in the gorges of Todra and then we continue To reach the spectacular dunes of Merzouga, we continue our way to the desert. In the middle of a sea of dunes in the Chebbi region, we will take there a camel tour lasting one hour to our nomadic camp. We will see the sunset on top of the dune before dinner, for then we will sleep in the tent under beautiful starry heaven.
Day 3 : Merzouga Dunes – Draa Valley – Anti Atlas Mountains – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
We got a "date with the sunrise" very early in the morning. Waking up early in the middle of the desert is a « must do » to look at the most spectacular sunrise you had seen in the dune near the camp. Then we come back to Merzouga on the camels and wait for us for a delicious breakfast. After recovering strength, we begin the last day of our journey through the Arid Pre-Desert Area where we will meet the "acacia." We'll take a few stops along the road to the Draa valley to enjoy the beautiful river views which give the valley its name. It is Morocco's longest river, passing through Mauritania's difficult country. Our path proceeds via the Anti-Atlas to Ouarzazate. We will have lunchtime in the city and resume our road again in the afternoon to Marrakech at 8 pm. Move and finish our services to the hotel.
What you'll do and see on this 3 days Morocco tour
- The 3 days Morocco desert tour from Marrakech to Fes is one of the best combinations that let you discover a big part of the south of Morocco, crossing beautiful landscapes and combining the 2 imperial cities of Marrakech and Fes with a Moroccan desert tour. This 3-day will allow you to discover the secrets of the Sahara Desert…
- On the first of your 3 days tour from Marrakech to Fes, our driver will pick you up from your riad/ hotel at 8:00 then drive to Ouarzazate through Tizi n'Tichka and visit the UNESCO world heritage site of ait Benhaddou then finish the way through Skoura palm groves and Rose Valley before reaching your hotel in Dades Valley.
- On the second day of your Budget Morocco desert tour of 3 days from Marrakech to Fes, you will take your first stop for a panoramic viewpoint of Dades canyons afterward you will have a short walking tour to explore the spectacular gorges in Morocco of Todgha. After lunch in Tinjdad or Touroug depending on the time when you get hungry you will have time for a tasty lunch on the way ( vegetarian food is available ) you will continue your way to reach the big Sahara desert of Morocco with its high dunes ( 130m ). The overnight at Berber camp is the top-notch of this 3 days desert tour from Marrakech to Fes as you have the opportunity to try the sandboarding, Berber music performance camel ride, and quad bikes if requested.
- On the last day of your Sahara trip of 3 days from Marrakech to Fes, your camel man will wake you up with the date of the sunrise early morning then take your tasty breakfast in the camp before the ride the camel back to Merzouga where you will meet your driver afterward you will start your third day from Merzouga to Fes driving through the breathtaking Ziz Valley, take pictures for monkeys on the trees, and visit the beautiful Switzerland town of Ifrane.
Costs in 3 days from Marrakech Morocco tour
Pick up from your accommodation and drop-off
Car + Fuel
Camel Trek (Camel per person)
Dinner & Breakfast
- These prices are excluded from the trip:
Lunches
Drinks
Flights Tickets
Entrance to monuments
The price for these 3 days in Morocco from Marrakech; a desert trip, varies on the total number of participants on the trip, seasons, and hotel categories. And can be a private package or a shared small group. The Accommodation will be suitable to your budget, it will be from 2 stars to 5 stars hotels or riads as requested.
To book this Sahara desert trip of 3 days from Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour we need a small deposit of 30 % of the total payments in advance to confirm your trip, and we will arrange everything for you before you come. The methods of payment we use are Paypal, Bank Transfer, and Western-Union/MoneyGram.
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Frequently asked questions about 3 days from Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour
Where is the Desert Merzouga located?
Merzougais a small, dusty town in eastern Morocco on the outskirts of the starkly beautiful Sahara Desert. Although the town itself has little to offer the adventurous traveler (aside from a few hotels and restaurants), it is well-known as the entry point to the vast Erg Chebbi dunes.
What is the best part of this 3-day trip from Marrakech to Merzouga experience?
The highlights of the tour 3 days from Marrakech to Merzouga are:
Drive to the Atlas Mountains and a visit to the Aït Benhaddou Kasbah.
Visit to the Todra Gorge.
An overnight stay at the Sahara Desert in Merzouga.
Day 1: Marrakech – High Atlas – Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah – Ouarzazate – Dadés Valley
Day 2: Dadés Valley – Todra Gorges – Merzouga – Camel Trek and overnight in Berber Camp
Day 3 : Merzouga Dunes – Draa Valley – Anti Atlas Mountains – Ouarzazate – Marrakech
How does this trip fit your requirements and budget?
The 3 days from Marrakech to Merzouga tripis designed to be in the form that suits most travelers to Morocco to discover the desert in one night, but it is not fixed, as you can request modification, addition or dispensation to suit your requirements and aspirations, all you have to do iswrite to us.
This trip in terms of price depends on the season and the quality of the desert camp (luxury or standard);
Standard Merzouga desert camps:intended for visitors who do not require the level of luxury. The tents are cozy enough for a good night's sleep. Toilets and showers are shared by the entire camp.
Merzouga Luxury Desert Camps:This is the best type of camping because it provides all of the amenities. A private camp in Morocco's Sahara desert. The tents offer a comfortable room with all bed sizes: king, double, twin, or single. The bathroom includes a full-size shower with hot and cold water, a sink, and a toilet. Our camp staff is always eager to assist you in making your night memorable.
What needed to pack for the Sahara desert of Merzouga stay?
- Bottled water.
- A big scarf or a cap that’s tight fitting.
- Clothing with zipped pockets.
- Ziploc bags.
- Wet wipes.
- Basic toiletries in a small bag.
- Sleeping sheet.
- External battery.
- Camera protection.
What will a camel ride be like in the Merzouga sands?
Camel riding usually takes an hour or an hour and some minutes, and it comes from the camel's place, which is the launch point, towards the sand.
