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Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour with Quad Ride

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Activity provider:Desert Family Tour
Marrakech: 3-Day Merzouga Sahara Desert Tour with Quad Ride
Top rated
4.773006 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.773006 out of 5 stars
652 reviews

Set off on a 3-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Discover Moroccan Sahara Desert in all its sand dunes, oases, and Kasbahs. Spend one night in a hotel and one in a camp under the stars.

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Duration 3 days
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We’ll confirm the exact pickup time & location one day before your tour, around 18 PM. Get picked up at your accommodation or at the closest location that is accessible by car. Please note that we do not offer pick ups in AirBnB's and private residences. In that case, and if you arrive by rental car taxi or bus, your meeting point will be in front of Hotel restaurant Cafe France at 7h30 . Please send us a What's app message after booking to arrange pick up

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Lucia – Italy

We spent 3 truly great days thanks to this well-organized and thoughtful experience. Every stop on the tour was interesting, well-planned, and full of authentic moments, but the experience in the desert was without a doubt the highlight. There was an atmosphere we’ll never forget. A special thank you goes to our guide and driver, who were friendly and attentive to our needs. They made the trip even more enjoyable with their good humor and kindness. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience the desert in an authentic way and with great company!

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Kaelyn – United States

Tour guide Hassan did a great job, we was very kind and funny. Would have loved to spend more time in the Sahara if we had time to!

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Discover Morrocco's desert on a 3-day trip from Marrakech. See the historic Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, go on a camel trek through the dunes, and see the sunrise from the desert.

Day 1

Marrakech - Rose Valley

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Discover the majestic Ait Benhaddou Kasbah

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    Depart from Marrakech

    Begin your desert tour early in the morning with a pickup from your Marrakech hotel or the nearest meeting point. Drive east past quaint villages to reach the High Atlas Mountains. As you drive through the mountains, occasionally stop for scenic photos, stretch your legs, and have a quick cup of coffee.

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    Discover the majestic Ait Benhaddou Kasbah

    After driving through the famous Tizi Ntichka pass, stop at the Berber fortified village, Ait Benhaddou Kasbah. See the filming locations of the Gladiator, Lawrence of Arabia, and the Kingdom of Heaven as you spend about 2.5 hours exploring this famous UNESCO sight a local guide (guide fees not included).

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    Eat lunch on the way to your final destination of the day

    Enjoy a delicious lunch before continuing to Tinghir, driving past Ouarzazate, Skoura Oasis, Klaa Mgouna, and Dades.

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    Get some rest and enjoy dinner

    Reach your hotel late in the afternoon. Relax with dinner in Roses Valley before retiring for the night.

Day 2

Become immersed in the desert

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Day 3

Berber camp - Marrakech

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Drive across the curvy High Atlas Mountains and Tizi n'Tichka
  • Visit the splendid Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, listed by UNESCO as world cultural
  • Admire the landscape of the: high walls of Todra Gorge, canyons, palm oasis
  • Enjoy a beautiful sunset and sunrise over the golden sand dunes of Merzouga
  • Sleep under the stars at a Sahara desert camp in Erg Chebbi

Includes

  • Get picked up at your accommodation or at the closest location that is accessible by car
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • 1-night Kasbah/Riad Kasbah Safari Rose or similar
  • Overnight in a desert camp
  • 2 dinners
  • 2 breakfasts
  • Camel ride (one camel each)
  • Quad (if option selected)
  • 1-hour quad biking in the Merzouga Desert Dunes (1 quad for 2 persons)
  • Shared quad adventure in Merzouga Desert
  • Sandboarding
  • Luggage service
  • Dinner and breakfast (vegetarian option available)
  • Free time to explore
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Tips
  • Entrance fees (if applicable)
  • Guide at Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah (€2)

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with mobility impairments

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Smoking in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • *The standard desert camp is located in the middle of the dunes with a bathroom /shower outside the tent.
  • *The luxury desert camp is located in the middle of the dunes, with a bathroom/shower inside the tent
  • *Keep in mind that there is a long drive (approximately 10 hours) on day 3 from Erg Chebbi to Marrakech. This tour is not suitable for children because of this
  • *Vegetarian and vegan diets can be accommodated if communicated at the time of booking
  • *Pickup & drop-off at any accommodation in town or at the closest meeting point that is accessible by vehicle. Pickup is not available from accommodations located more than (5 km) from Jemaa El Fna Square
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Overall rating

4.8 /5

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  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Lucia – ItalyMay 21, 2025 – Verified booking
We spent 3 truly great days thanks to this well-organized and thoughtful experience. Every stop on the tour was interesting, well-planned, and full of authentic moments, but the experience in the desert was without a doubt the highlight. There was an atmosphere we’ll never forget. A special thank you goes to our guide and driver, who were friendly and attentive to our needs. They made the trip even more enjoyable with their good humor and kindness. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to experience the desert in an authentic way and with great company!
K
Kaelyn – United StatesApril 27, 2025 – Verified booking
Tour guide Hassan did a great job, we was very kind and funny. Would have loved to spend more time in the Sahara if we had time to!
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Angeliki – GreeceApril 16, 2025 – Verified booking
Hassan was a safe driver and we had an amazing time. A real experience!

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