Marrakech to Merzouga & Dades Adventure
5-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert and Dades Gorge, experiencing camel trekking, luxury desert camps, Todra Gorge, Erg Chebbi dunes, Atlas Mountains scenery, and Rose Valley.
Journey Highlights
- Tizi n’Tichka Pass & High Atlas Mountains scenery
- Telouet & Ait BenHaddou Kasbah visits
- Camel trekking in Erg Chebbi dunes
- Luxury desert camp with ensuite bathroom
- Todra Gorge & Dades Gorge exploration
- Sandboarding, ATV and optional horseback rides
- Rose Valley & Skoura Kasbah visit
Day by Day
Day 1: Marrakech – Tizi n’Tichka – Telouet – Ait BenHaddou – Ouarzazate – Agdz – Draa Valley
Morning departure at 9 am. Travel via Tizi Tichka Pass with panoramic High Atlas views. Visit Kasbah Telouet and Ait BenHaddou. Descend to Ouarzazate and continue along gorges to Draa Valley. Overnight at Dar Hnini with dinner.
Day 2: Draa Valley – Nekob – Merzouga and Erg Chebbi
Travel through Draa Valley and Sub Saharan Berber villages. Pass Rissani and reach Merzouga. Overnight at Desert Luxury Camp with breakfast and dinner. Evening campfire and starry sky experience.
Day 3: Merzouga and Erg Chebbi desert dunes
Sunrise photography session. Camel caravan into Erg Chebbi dunes. Picnic lunch on the dunes. Afternoon options: sandboarding, ATV rides, horseback riding, or relax in camp. Evening 3-course dinner and entertainment. Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 4: Merzouga – Todra Gorge – Boumalne Dades
Leave desert and travel through Erfoud, Tinejdad, and Tinerhir to Todra Gorge. Stretch legs and admire narrow walls. Continue to Boumalne Dades, exploring Dades Gorge formations. Overnight at Xaluca Hotel with breakfast and dinner.
Day 5: Boumalne Dades – Rose Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate – High Atlas – Marrakech
Depart after breakfast. Pass Rose Valley, Skoura Oasis, and optionally visit Kasbah Amerhidil. Continue via Ouarzazate and cross High Atlas back to Marrakech. Breakfast included. Transfer to airport if flight scheduled.
What's Included
Included
- All vehicle transfers in minivan or 4WD with English speaking driver
- Accommodation in Draa Valley with breakfast and dinner
- 2 nights in large white canvas tent with ensuite bathroom
- All meals at the camp (breakfast, 1 lunch, 4 dinners)
- Professional camel guide & camels, sandboarding, relax areas, evening campfire entertainment
- Accommodation in Dades Valley with breakfast and dinner
- Consultation on every aspect of preparation
Not Included
- Lunches on Day 1, Day 2, Day 4 and Day 5
- Discretionary tips and gratuity
- Beverages
- Admission fees
- Travel Insurance
- Optional ATV or horseback rides (extra charge)
Where You'll Stay
Dar Hnini
Private villas in palm grove with spa/hammam services, dinner included.
Desert Luxury Camp
Large canvas tents with ensuite bathroom, king-size bedding, campfire and entertainment.
Xaluca Hotel
Comfortable hotel in Boumalne Dades with breakfast and dinner.
Before You Go
Bring sun protection, comfortable walking shoes, warm clothes for desert nights, personal toiletries, and a camera.