4 Days Trip From Marrakech To Desert Erg Chebbi

Desert & marrakech

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4 days

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Overview

This four-day trip from Marrakech to Merzouga offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty. You’ll travel through the dramatic High Atlas Mountains, visit the ancient Berber village of Ait Benhaddou, and explore the scenic Dades Valley. Each stop immerses you in Morocco’s rich heritage and stunning landscapes.

The Sahara Desert is the highlight, where you’ll ride camels across the towering Erg Chebbi dunes and spend a night in a traditional Berber camp. The golden sand dunes at sunset and the vast starry skies create an unforgettable and peaceful experience.

This journey combines exciting activities like sandboarding or exploring the Todra Gorge with relaxing moments in serene, breathtaking locations. The trip offers a perfect balance between adventure and relaxation, making it a glamorous way to experience Morocco’s diverse natural wonders and cultural treasures.

Highlights

  • Scenic Drive through the High Atlas Mountains: Experience the dramatic landscapes and picturesque Berber villages as you traverse the Tizi n’Tichka Pass.
  • Ait Benhaddou: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, an ancient ksar famous for its unique architecture and historical significance.
  • Dades Valley and Todra Gorge: Discover the beauty of the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs” and walk through the towering cliffs of Todra Gorge.
  • Erg Chebbi Sand Dunes: Ride camels into the Sahara Desert, watch a mesmerizing sunset over the dunes, and stay in a traditional Berber camp under a sky full of stars.
  • Desert Adventures: Try sandboarding, quad biking, or visit a local Berber village to experience the unique desert culture and music.
  • Ouarzazate: Visit the cinematic city, home to Taourirt Kasbah and famous film studios, before returning to Marrakech.

Included/Exclude

  • Transportation A/C with guide tour speaks English
  • Fuel / WI-FI/bottled of water
  • Accommodations 4*
  • Daily Breakfast
  • Daily Dinners
  • Camel Trekking
  • Jeep Tour
  • Guide local in Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou
  • Sand boarding
  • 2 Overnights in Luxury Camp
  • Lunches
  • Gratiuites

Tour Plan

Depart early from the vibrant city of Marrakech, making your way through the winding roads of the High Atlas Mountains. Ascend the Tizi n'Tichka Pass, where breathtaking views of lush valleys and traditional Berber villages unfold beneath you. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Benhaddou, an ancient ksar known for its striking architecture and as a backdrop in many famous films. Continue your journey toward the scenic Dades Valley, often referred to as the “Valley of a Thousand Kasbahs,” where you’ll spend the night surrounded by dramatic rock formations and lush oases.

After breakfast, drive through the stunning Todra Gorge, where towering canyon walls create an awe-inspiring natural wonder. You’ll have time to explore the gorge on foot before continuing your adventure deeper into the desert. As you approach Merzouga, the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi will appear on the horizon. Arrive at your desert camp, where you’ll ride camels into the heart of the dunes, catching a magical sunset as the sand shifts into vibrant hues. Spend the evening in a well-equipped luxury  tent, enjoying a night under the vast, star-studded Sahara sky with music and local cuisine

Wake early to witness the sunrise over the dunes, a serene moment that will stay with you forever. After breakfast, enjoy some activities in the desert, such as sandboarding, quad biking. Get the Jeep tour & and visit a nearby Berber village to learn about nomadic life. In the afternoon, you'll visit the village of Khamlia, where you’ll be introduced to the unique rhythms of Gnaoua music, a cultural treasure of the region. In the evening, relax at your desert camp or hotel in Merzouga, savoring the tranquility of the Sahara and the hospitality of your hosts
Begin your return journey through the Draa Valley, known for its endless palm groves and ancient kasbahs. Stop in the cinematic city of Ouarzazate, where you can explore the Taourirt Kasbah or visit a film studio to see where iconic movies were shot. As you make your way back to Marrakech, pass through picturesque landscapes and remote villages, ending the day back in the bustling heart of the city, where you can reflect on the remarkable contrast of Morocco's mountains, gorges, and desert landscapes that you’ve just experienced

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