From Marrakech: 3-Day Desert Tour to Merzouga with Food and Camel

4.7(1,852)72 hFree cancellationBy Ando Travel SARL

About this activity

Explore Morocco’s breathtaking landscapes on this 3-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass, visit the UNESCO-listed Aït Benhaddou, and travel through the Skoura oasis and Dades Valley.

Enjoy a camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes and spend an unforgettable night under the stars in a Sahara desert camp. Small-group experience limited to 17 travelers for a more comfortable and personal journey.

What's included

✓3 traditional lunches (included only with the selected lunch option)
✓Dinner
✓Breakfast
✓Live Berber drumming and music at the camp
✓2 Dinners (vegetarian, vegan & gluten-free options available)
✓1 night at your prefered desert tent in Erg Chebbi (based on the selected option)
✓Air-conditioned transportation with Onboard Wi-Fi
✓Dedicated desert tour accompanist (available on-site)
✓Luggage handling and storage
✓Driver-guide
✓Sandboarding
✓Sunset and sunrise camel rides
✓1 night hotel stay in an AC room/suite with private bathroom
✓Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off
✓2 Breakfasts (vegetarian, vegan & gluten-free options available)

Not included

✕Lunches and drinks (unless included with the selected option)
✕Local guide in Kasbah Ait Ben Hddou

Meeting and pickup

Please wait at the main entrance of Hôtel Tazi. Your driver will meet you there. The exact pickup time, driver contact, and vehicle details will be shared with you the day before your tour.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Your exact pickup time and location will be shared via Viator app and WhatsApp the day before departure.
Departure at 7 AM on Day 1; return around 8 PM on Day 3. Please be ready 5–10 minutes before pickup.
Please bring a small overnight bag for the desert. Main luggage stays securely in vehicle.
Desert temperatures vary, hot in summer (Jun–Aug), cold nights in winter (Nov–Feb). Pack layers accordingly.
Lunches are included only with the selected lunch option. Otherwise, lunch and drinks are at your own expense. Please bring cash (EUR or MAD), as many local restaurants do not accept cards. Lunch typically costs €10–13 per person.
Camel rides last approximately 45 minutes each way. Long trousers are recommended for a more comfortable ride. Guests who prefer not to ride a camel may walk alongside the caravan.
Optional activities available in Merzouga include quad biking, 4×4 desert excursions, horse riding, buggy rides, and additional sandboarding opportunities

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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