4-Day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech

Travel from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert on a memorable four-day adventure through southern Morocco. Cross the High Atlas Mountains, visit historic kasbahs, explore dramatic valleys, and ride a camel across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi.

The four-day itinerary provides more time to enjoy the journey and discover local villages without rushing.

Cross southern Morocco and experience the golden dunes of the Sahara Desert.

Tour Highlights

• Cross the High Atlas Mountains
• Visit Ait Ben Haddou
• Explore Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses
• Walk through Todra Gorge
• Ride a camel in the Sahara
• Watch the sunset over the dunes
• Spend a night in a desert camp
• Visit traditional Berber communities

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

Leave Marrakech and cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass through the High Atlas Mountains. Visit the fortified village of Ait Ben Haddou before continuing through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses to the Dades Valley.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga

Explore the impressive rock formations of the Dades Valley and visit Todra Gorge. Continue through southern villages and desert landscapes toward Merzouga.

Day 3: Merzouga Desert Experience

Explore the desert region, visit local nomadic communities, and learn about traditional life near the dunes. In the afternoon, ride a camel across Erg Chebbi and watch the sunset before spending the night in a desert camp.

Day 4: Merzouga – Marrakech

Wake early to watch the sunrise over the dunes. Return to Merzouga by camel or four-wheel-drive vehicle and begin the journey back to Marrakech.

Included

• Private transportation
• Professional driver
• Three nights of accommodation
• Breakfasts and dinners
• Camel ride
• Desert camp
• Sandboarding when available

Not Included

• Lunches and drinks
• Local guides
• Entrance fees
• Personal expenses
• Tips