This 5 days desert tour From Marrakech takes you from Marrakech to the Sahara Desert, visiting beautiful landscapes, ancient sites, and unique villages. You will travel through the Atlas Mountains and stop at Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a famous film location, before heading to Dades Valley.
Next, you will explore the Todra Gorges, visit Erfoud and Rissani, and arrive in Merzouga near the Erg Chebbi dunes. Afterward, you’ll visit a nomad family, enjoy Gnawa music, and take a camel ride to see a desert sunset. You’ll stay in a desert camp with dinner, a Berber drum show, and breakfast.
The next day, you will drive through the Draa Valley, visit Agdz, and stay overnight in Ouarzazate. On the last day, you’ll visit the Atlas Film Studio, where famous movies were made, before heading back to Marrakech, with scenic stops along the way. The tour ends with a drop-off at your accommodation
After breakfast, we will leave Marrakech and head towards the Dades Valley. Our journey begins by crossing the Tizi N’Tichka Pass in the High Atlas Mountains, offering stunning views of Berber villages and mountain landscapes. Our first stop is the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its beautiful architecture and as a filming location for many movies.
After a guided tour of the Kasbah, we will then drive along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs, passing through Kalaat M’Gouna, the “Rose City,” where you can stop at a cooperative for rose-based products. In the evening, we will reach the Dades Valley, where you will stay overnight in a hotel overlooking the green valley. Dinner and breakfast are included.
After breakfast, we will leave the Dades Valley and drive through palm groves and Berber villages to reach the Todra Gorge, a spectacular canyon about 300 meters (984 feet) high. You will have time to walk along the river and take in the cool, refreshing atmosphere.
Next, we will pass through Erfoud, known for its fossil workshops, and Rissani, where Morocco’s royal Alaouite dynasty began. In Rissani, you can visit the lively market with sections for dates, spices, and other local goods.
By evening, we will reach Merzouga, where you will be welcomed with mint tea. You will check into your Hotel near the Erg Chebbi dunes. Overnight at the hotel.
Today will be an exciting day in the Sahara Desert of Morocco! After breakfast at your hotel, we will explore the amazing golden sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. These dunes stretch 28 km from north to south, 8 km wide and rise up to 160 meters high. Your driver-guide will take you around the dunes.
You will visit a nomad family living in a tent in the desert. While sharing a glass of mint tea, your guide will explain their unique way of life. Next, drive deep in the black roky desert to vist the Mascara mine. The French used to exploit this mine during their colonial rule in Morocco. Today, the mine is abandoned, but you can still see the old scars and tunnels.
After we will pass by old Berber villages made of mud and stopping at scenic spots for great views. You will meet the Gnawa people, originally brought from Sudan and Mali, and enjoy their spiritual music and culture. After lunch you will relax at your hotel, we will stop at the Merzouga lake, a great spot for birdwatching, where you might see flamingos and other desert birds.
In the evening, you will ride camels into the stunning Erg Chebbi dunes to watch a magical sunset. As the sun goes down, you will see the dunes change color. Overnight at the desert camp includes dinner, a live Berber drum show, and breakfast.
Start your day early by watching the sunrise over the dunes, then enjoy breakfast at the camp before heading back to Merzouga by camel. After meeting the driver, you will drive to Rissani, which is most lively on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, called the “market days.”
These are the days when local people come to buy and sell things like vegetables, fruits, spices, and more. You will enjoy the bright colors, delicious smells, and busy atmosphere of the market From here, we will take the scenic route through the Draa Valley, known for its stunning palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and picturesque landscapes.
We will stop at Agdz, a charming town at the heart of the Draa Valley, where you can explore traditional Berber villages and see the lush oasis. After a short break, we will continue to Ouarzazate , also called the “Hollywood of Africa,” for the overnight.
Today after breakfast, before we take the road back to Marrakech, we will visit the Atlas Film Studio in Ouarzazate, the largest film studio in the world, established in 1983. Many famous movies and TV shows, such as Gladiator, The Mummy, and Game of Thrones, were filmed here.
Inside the studio, you can explore impressive film sets, including ancient temples, desert forts, and replicas of historical sites, used in these productions. It’s a fascinating stop for movie lovers and those interested in film history.
Next, we will drive back to Marrakech via the Tizi N’Tichka Pass, stopping along the way for breathtaking views and photo opportunities. By evening, we will arrive in Marrakech, where your 5 days desert tour from Marrakech will end with a drop-off at your accommodation.
At Sahara Discovery, your satisfaction is our priority. If the tour we’ve arranged doesn’t perfectly match your expectations or needs, simply reach out to us, and we’ll work closely with you to create a customized itinerary that aligns with your desires. Our goal is to ensure your Moroccan adventure is nothing short of extraordinary, and we’re committed to crafting the perfect experience just for you. Your dream journey is only a conversation away!
