Ksar Aït Benhaddou

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Admire a desert sunrise and sunset, discover the iconic Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, explore the High Atlas Mountains, and more. Choose between a private or shared tour with standard or luxury camping. Begin the tour with pickup at your hotel or riad in Marrakech. Then, drive toward the stunning Atlas Mountains, taking in the picturesque scenery as you go. Visit Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has been a filming location for many a Hollywood movie, and explore the city of Ouarzazate. Spend the night at a hotel in Kelaat Mgouna - Boumaln Dades. On the second day, experience the breathtaking Todra Gorges and immerse yourself in the magical Sahara Desert. Have a go at sandboarding (if available), enjoy a camel ride to witness the mesmerizing sunset, and spend the night in a traditional Berber desert camp in Erg Chebbi. On the final day, marvel at the beautiful desert sunrise on a camel ride before returning to Marrakech for drop-off at your hotel or riad.

Explore the stunning landscapes and rich culture of Morocco on this day trip from Marrakech to Ouarzazate and the Kasbah Ait Benhaddou. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle, making your journey smooth and enjoyable. Start your adventure with a morning pickup from your Marrakech accommodation between 7 and 8 in the morning, and journey through the breathtaking Atlas Mountains. Begin with a photos ir breakfast pause in Ait Barka mountain peak near Toufliht village, where you can immerse yourself in local culture and take in the serene surroundings. Cross the scenic Tizi n'Tichka pass at 7,415 feet (2,260 meters) and enjoy panoramic mountain views. Continue to Ouarzazate, home to the world-renowned Atlas Film Studios, featured in hits like Game of Thrones. Opt to explore the studios or enjoy the distinctive landscapes. Indulge in a delicious lunch at a local restaurant with panoramic views. Then, head to the UNESCO World Heritage site, Kasbah Ait Benhaddou, one of Morocco's most iconic and well-preserved fortresses. Conclude your memorable day with a relaxing drive back to Marrakech, taking in more stunning landscapes along the way.

Day 1: Marrakech - Ait Benhaddou kasbah - Ouarzazate - Rose Valley - Dades Gorges (You can choose between being picked up from Marrakech or from Ouarzazate). After pickup, drive along the passes through valleys and deserts while enjoying views from the Atlas Mountains. Go through the Tizi n’Tichka, a pass at an altitude of 2,260 meters. This is the highest pass in North Africa and it has become famous for it's breathtaking views. Halfway along the journey, visit the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou with a local guide (not inluded). Get to know this fortified city that has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then stop for lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the kasbah (cost not included). Continue towards Ouarzazate, known as the gate of the desert. Stop at the cinema studios for a short visit (optional), and then drive toward the heart of the city to discover another hidden gem, the Kasbah Taourirte, another UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later, head to the final destination of the day: the Dades Gorges. On the road, stop at the rises valley for a short visit to a local cooperative producing the rose water and its products. After a short drive, we will arrive at the Dades Gorges, where we will spend the night in a local hotel or Riad with including dinner. Day 2: Dades Valley - Todra Gorges - Merzouga - camel ride After breakfast at your hotel (included ), head towards the Todra Gorges, a favorite place for rock climbers. After a visit to the gorges and the palm oasis of Todra, follow the ancient caravan trade routes to the Sahara, passing through a series of fortified villages with pre-Saharan architecture. Arrive in Erfoud, a dry, red city built of the desert by the French as a central administration city. It is known for its rich black marble fossils. After Erfoud, head to the dunes of Merzouga. Upon arrival, be welcomed with mint tea. At a Berber camp, ride a camel through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi, followed by watching the sunset. After dinner, gather around the fire and enjoy the desert night, sometimes accompanied by traditional Berber drums. Day 3: Merzouga - High Atlas - Marrakech or (Fes: option not included) Wake up early to enjoy the sunrise from the Great Dune of the Sahara Desert. Return to camp to have breakfast, then ride Dromedaries, the tallest of the three camel species, or travel by (4WD option: not included) to meet your driver to start the return journey to Marrkech or Fez (depending on option selected). On the way back to Marrakech or Fez, there will be stops for lunch and breaks (lunch is optional and not included in the price).

Discover Ouarzazate and Zagora on this 2-day trip from Marrakech. Visit the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou fortress and admire stunning views of the Atlas mountains. Ride camel through the Sahara during the sunset. Savor a local dinner and breakfast and stay overnight in a tent at the Zagora dunes.  Day 1: Begin with early-morning pickup from Marrakech. Travel through the dessert sandstone city of Ouarzazate. Stop at the Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, where you will have free time to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the verdant Draa Valley, which is well-known for its amazing ksour and kasbah. Head to Zagora and make your way to the windswept dunes for a sunset camel ride. Make camp at a campsite in the Zagora dunes and enjoy a hearty dinner of local flavors. Day 2: Wake early morning for a typical Berber breakfast before watching the sunrise from the back of your camel in the dunes. Board the bus and take the road back to Marrakech through the High Atlas Mountains.

Join a 3-day adventure from Marrakech to Merzouga and visit some of the most beautiful natural places in Morocco, such as the Todgha Gorges. Experience a camel ride through the dunes and sleep in a desert camp. Enjoy included transportation, entry tickets, accommodation, and most meals. Day 1: Marrakech - Boumalne Dades Following pickup, head to Tizi n Tichka to take in the view and capture pictures for 10 minutes (entry included). Arrie in Ait Benhaddou and visit the ksar for two hours. In Ouarzazate, visit the Kasbah Taourirt (optional) and Continue to Boumalne Dades for dinner and an overnight hotel stay. Day 2: Tinghir - Merzouga After breakfast, head to the Tinghir Oasis to explore with a guide for one hour (entry included). Next, see the Todra Gorgers with a guide for 15 minute (entry included). Before enjoying dinner and an overnight camp stay in Merzouga, join a sunset camel ride in Erg Chebbi. Day 3: Merzouga - Marrakech Fill up with breakfast before another camel ride at sunrise in Erg Chebbi (2 hours). Round off your trip with a 1-hour stop to have lunch in Kelâat M'Gouna. Enjoy content drop-off back in Marrakech at the end of the trip.

Discover Erg Chebbi in Merzouga on this 3-day trip from Marrakech that includes accommodation, dinners, and breakfasts. Embark on an unforgettable journey in Morocco! Start off in the bustling city Marrakech with hotel pickup and make your way through the spectacular High Atlas Mountains, marveling at Kasbah Ait Ben Hadou. Then take a deep dive into Dades Valley before finishing up with an awe-inspiring tour of the Erg Chebbi Sand Dune, all within just three days! Pack your bags for this beautiful expedition that allows you to experience some of Morocco's natural wonders and cultural delights firsthand. Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Tinghir/Dades Gorges Driving Time: 5 hours and 40 minutes Begin your 3-day adventure with a journey through the towering peaks of Morocco's Tizi n Tichka Pass. Stop to marvel at Ait Ben Haddou, an incredible UNESCO World Heritage site that has been featured in countless films! Continue on towards Ouarzazate before making your way across the Skoura Palm grove and up into the tranquil Rose Valley (roses in bloom in the mid-spring) where you can spot brilliant kasbahs surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. Wrap it all up with a night spent in the nearby village of Tinghir at Hotel Saghro or similar, complete with dinner for a local Moroccan experience. Day 2: Tinghir – Todra Gorges – Erfoud – Dunes of Merzouga Driving Time: 4 hours and 45 minutes Take an unforgettable journey and explore the Sahara as you head towards Merzouga. Take in breathtaking views of the canyon at Todra Gorge. Afterwards make your way through Tinjdad before arriving in the Merzouga Desert for a camel ride across its sands and an unforgettable sunset! Top off this adventure by camping overnight beside the dunes for an enchanting night like no other surrounded only by peace and serenity. Day 3: Merzouga – Marrakech Driving Time: 8 hours 30 minutes After a hearty breakfast, ride the camel back to Merzouga village. The next leg of your journey will be a thrilling drive through incredible undulating desertscapes and acacia trees towards the Atlas Mountains on the way back to your hotel in Marrakech.

Live the life of a Berber on a 2-day desert safari to Zagora and the Draa Valley from Marrakech or Ouarzazate. Experience the shifting sand dunes on the back of a camel, sleep under a canopy of stars, and follow in the footsteps of Hollywood royalty on a visit to the world heritage village of Ait Ben Haddou. Day 1: Marrakech Or Ouarzazate - Zagora Following an early morning pickup from your hotel or riad in Marrakech, drive across the High Atlas Mountains en route to to take you on a scenic drive to the world heritage village of Ait Ben Haddou. Instantly recognizable as the setting of various Hollywood epics, it’s also a popular backdrop for photo shoots with international fashion magazines and agencies. Explore the Kasbah at leisure, with some free time for lunch, Continue to the oasis of Agdez, before driving through the date and palm trees of the Draa Valley. Marvel at the fortified Kasbahs along the way. Upon arrival at Zagora, meet your camel caravan and ride a camel over the sand dunes as you watch the sunset paint the desert sands. Then, transfer to your Sahara Desert camp just before dark. Settle into your tent, and enjoy some free time to explore the surrounding desert scenery. Dinner will be served under the stars while your nomad hosts entertain you around a campfire with the beat of their tamtam drums. Day 2: Zagora - Marrakech Wake early to experience the magic of a desert sunrise (optional). Then, enjoy breakfast before climbing back into the saddle of your camel for the ride back to the main road. Here, your minibus will be waiting to take you back to Marrakech you will arrive around 6h pm.

Begin with an early morning pickup from your accommodation in Fes. Cross the Saiss Plain and head toward the cedar forests of the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing Ifran and Azrou. Keep your eyes peeled for barbary apes on the side of the road and stop for some photos if you see them. Continue to Midelt, where you will stop for lunch. Then, carry on past the Ziz River and the thousands of tall palm trees to Erfoud, then on to Merzouga and Erg Chebbi, where your camel caravan will be waiting for you. Watch the colors of the sunset over the dunes as you ride on the back of a camel. Make your way back to the desert camp and freshen up before enjoying your dinner under the stars and listening to music performed by local musicians. Settle in for an overnight stay at the camp. Enjoy a sunrise camel ride before meeting your guide in Merzouga. Take in the views as you head to your next destination. Admire the oasis of Tinghir where you can take a walk along the banks of the Todgha River. Visit Berber Villages and learn about the local culture before you visit the Todgha Canyons and stop for some lunch. Drive along the Kasbah Road to Dades Valley where you can visit one of the fortified Kasbahs before arriving at your accommodation for the night where you will also have dinner. accommodation : Dades or Ouarzazate After breakfast, visit the town of Ouarzazate and its monuments, including the Kasbah of Taourirt and the Atlas Studios movie studios, the largest and most famous in Africa. Next, Ouarzazate. Have lunch in Ait Ben Haddou before visiting the area's famous Kasbah, declared a UNESCO World Heritage. As you explore, see where they filmed movies including The Gladiator, Babel, and Lawrence of Arabia. Next, continue your journey through the High Atlas Mountains and the Tizi-n-Tichka Pass, the highest mountain path in North Africa. Climb from the plains up to 7,500 feet above sea level, driving through small villages and passing picturesque small waterfalls.

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Zagora Desert Drive Time: ~7 hours (with stops) Your journey begins with a scenic drive through the High Atlas Mountains. Stop to explore Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco’s most famous kasbah and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Shared tours: guide not included—optional group tours available for ~€2.) Continue through the Draa Valley, dotted with palm groves, tribal villages, and ancient kasbahs, before reaching the desert. In Zagora, enjoy a sunset camel ride into the dunes and settle into your desert camp for dinner, music, and stargazing around the fire. Day 2: Zagora – Ouarzazate – Marrakech Drive Time: ~6.5–7 hours (with stops) Rise early to catch sunrise over the desert before breakfast at camp. Then, journey back through the Atlas Mountains, passing through Ouarzazate. Expect to arrive in Marrakech in the evening. Accommodation Options: Standard Camp: Caravane du Sud Authentic Tizi Camp (or similar) – private tent, shared bathroom facilities Luxury Camp: Caravane du Sud Luxury Camp (or similar) – private tent with ensuite bathroom and upgraded bedding (Please note: This is still a desert environment—there may be sand, and temperatures vary greatly between seasons.) Important Notes: Lunches: Not included. We stop at trusted restaurants that prioritize cleanliness and food safety, though they may be priced for tourist routes. Local eateries may be cheaper, but are avoided due to cleanliness and health concerns. Drive Time: This tour includes long drives both days. While there are scenic stops, most of the time is spent in transit. This tour is ideal for those eager to reach the desert in a short time. WhatsApp Required: A working WhatsApp number is necessary to coordinate your pickup once in Morocco. Bring: Comfortable clothes, sun protection, cash (Dirhams) for lunches, water (is not included) and small purchases, layers for cooler nights (especially November–March).

Discover the Sahara Desert of Morocco Embark on an incredible 3 day journey through Morocco, starting in the enchanting city of Marrakech. Experience a range of awe-inspiring landscapes, from verdant valleys to towering mountain ranges; traverse stunning oases and kasbahs while you make your way to Merzouga desert - take this once in a lifetime opportunity to sleep under the stars at a magical camp! End off with Fes for some memorable artisan experiences. Join us as we discover these hidden wonders that Morocco has revealed! Day 1 Marrakech - Ouarzazate - Skoura - Dades Driving Time: 5 hours 35 minutes Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Marrakech. As you leave the city behind, you'll cross the majestic High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass, offering breathtaking views at every turn. Visit the famous Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site before passing through Ouarzazate, often referred to as the "The Hollywood of Africa" Continue your journey through the Skoura Oasis, where lush palm groves contrast with the arid landscape, and admire the historic kasbahs that dot the route. As the day winds down, you'll arrive in the picturesque Dades Valley, known for its dramatic red cliffs and serene beauty, where you'll spend the night in a local guesthouse. Day 2 Dades Valley - Todra Gorge - Merzouga Driving Time: 4 hours 45 minutes Wake up to the tranquility of the Dades Valley before a scenic drive through the heart of the Atlas Mountains. Your first stop is the breathtaking Todra Gorge, where towering cliffs frame a stunning canyon. Continuing your journey, you'll pass through Berber villages and witness the changing landscape as you approach the vast dunes of Merzouga. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to ride camels into the desert, where you'll spend the night in a traditional Berber camp. Enjoy a magical evening under the starlit sky, savoring a delicious Moroccan dinner and listening to local music by the campfire. Day 3 Merzouga - Erfoud - Midelt - Azrou - Ifrane - Fes Driving Time: 7 hours 15 minutes Rise early for a breathtaking desert sunrise over the dunes before departing Merzouga. Your journey will take you through the town of Erfoud, known for its fossils. Continue through the scenic Ziz Valley, where lush palm groves line the valley floor, offering a stark contrast to the surrounding arid mountains. Ascend through the Middle Atlas Mountains, passing through the cedar forests of Azrou, home to playful Barbary macaques. Stop in the charming town of Ifrane, often referred to as "Little Switzerland" for its European-style architecture. As you descend towards Fes, marvel at the diverse landscapes you've traversed over these three unforgettable days. Arrive in Fes, a city renowned for its rich history and vibrant artisan culture, marking the end of your incredible Moroccan adventure. Experience some of the most breathtaking scenic wonders of Morocco!