5 Day Desert Tour to Merzouga
Only 550Euros
Join our 5 Days Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert and explore Morocco’s best desert landscapes and Berber heritage. Travel through the High Atlas Mountains, past Ait Ben Haddou, and into the heart of the Sahara.
Experience camel trekking across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes. Visit Todra Gorge, meet Berber nomads, and enjoy a night under the stars in a desert camp. This 5-day adventure from Marrakech to Merzouga covers kasbahs, oases, and ancient trading towns.
Book your unforgettable Marrakech desert tour. Ride deep into Morocco’s desert trails and create lasting memories.
Tour Highlights : 5 Days Marrakech Desert Tour
Here are the highlights of the 5 Days Tour to Merzouga
- See historic kasbahs and Berber villages
- Cross the Atlas Mountains
- Ride camels through Erg Chebbi
- Sleep in a desert camp
- Enjoy Moroccan food and music
- Perfect for small group tours or private bookings
Itinerary: 5 Day Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga
Check out the 5 day desert tour itinerary below to know what to expect from the trip.
Day 1: Marrakech to Dades Valley
Begin your 5-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga with an early pickup. Cross the Tizi n’Tichka Pass in the Atlas Mountains.
Visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou kasbah. After lunch in Ouarzazate, continue through Rose Valley.
End the day in Dades Valley. Enjoy dinner and sleep in a local riad.
Day 2: Dades Valley to Merzouga
After breakfast, follow the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs. Visit Todra Gorge and small Berber villages.
Reach Merzouga in the afternoon. Begin your camel trek across the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Arrive at your Berber camp before sunset. Enjoy dinner and sleep under the stars.
Day 3: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Wake early to watch the sunrise over the Sahara. Eat breakfast at camp.
Take a 4×4 tour to visit a Berber nomad family. Explore the M’ifis mines and Lake Sriji.
Stop in Khamlia village to hear Gnawa music. Return to Merzouga for rest and overnight stay in a desert lodge.
Day 4: Merzouga to Ouarzazate
Leave the Merzouga Desert after breakfast. Visit Rissani market.
Travel through the Draa Valley, filled with palm trees and Berber homes.
Arrive in Ouarzazate. Enjoy dinner and a calm evening at a riad.
Day 5: Ouarzazate to Marrakech
The last day of your 5-day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga starts with breakfast.
Visit Telouet Kasbah. Cross the Atlas Mountains once again.
After lunch in a mountain village, return to Marrakech by late afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a guided 5-day desert trip?
Yes. Local guides and drivers lead the full Marrakech to Merzouga desert tour.
How long is the drive from Marrakech to Merzouga?
It’s around 8 – 9 hours, broken up with stops.
Do we ride camels during this desert tour?
Yes. You will enjoy a camel ride across the Erg Chebbi dunes on Day 2.
What meals are included in this Marrakech desert tour?
Breakfasts and dinners are included during the 5-day trip.
Are luxury desert camps available on this tour from Marrakech?
Yes. Upgrades to luxury desert camps are possible.
Can we join this 5-day Sahara Desert tour from Marrakech as a group?
Yes. This Morocco desert tour is available as a group or private option.