This 3-day Sahara tour from Marrakech is the ultimate short adventure for travelers who want to experience the magic of Morocco’s desert in a limited time. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, visit Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, explore Todra Gorge, and enjoy a camel trek into the dunes of Merzouga before spending the night under the stars in a desert camp.

Highlights

• Scenic drive across the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

• Guided stop at Ait Benhaddou Kasbah (UNESCO site).

• Visit Ouarzazate & Dades Valley.

• Explore the dramatic Todra Gorge.

• Experience a camel trek into the dunes of Merzouga.

• Overnight stay in a traditional or luxury desert camp.

• Magical sunrise over the Sahara before returning to Marrakech.

Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

• Depart Marrakech in the morning.

• Drive through the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass.

• Stop at Ait Benhaddou Kasbah for a guided visit.

• Continue to Ouarzazate, then Skoura Oasis and Rose Valley.

• Dinner and overnight in a hotel/riad in Dades Valley.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga Desert (Camel Trek & Camp)

• Breakfast at the hotel.

• Scenic drive through villages and palm groves.

• Stop at Todra Gorge for a walk through the canyon.

• Continue to Erfoud and then Merzouga.

• Camel trek into the dunes at sunset.

• Dinner, Berber music, and overnight in a desert camp.

Day 3: Merzouga – Return to Marrakech

• Wake up early to watch the sunrise over the Sahara dunes.

• Camel ride back to Merzouga for breakfast.

• Drive back to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains.

• Evening arrival in Marrakech.

Tour Includes

• Private transport with driver/guide.

• 2 nights’ accommodation (Dades hotel + desert camp).

• Breakfasts & dinners during the tour.

• Camel trek in Merzouga Desert.

• Pick-up & drop-off in Marrakech.

Tour Excludes

• Lunches & drinks.

• Entrance fees to monuments.

• Personal expenses & tips.