3-Day Tour from Ouarzazate to the Merzouga Desert
Private Tour

3-Day Tour from Ouarzazate to the Merzouga Desert

Kasbahs, gorges and a night in the dunes

(87 reviews)
3 Days/ 2 Nights
Private Tour
StartOuarzazate
EndOuarzazate
DeparturesDaily

Overview

With one more day than the short itinerary, this trip gives you time to travel the Dades Valley without rushing, walk in the Todra Gorge and spend a whole morning in the desert, among nomad villages and the gnawa music of Khamlia.

Tour type

Private, just for your group

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish, French

Starting point

Your hotel, riad or airport in Ouarzazate

Ending point

Ouarzazate

Duration

3 Days / 2 Nights

Availability

All year round, with daily departures

Detailed itinerary

Day1Ouarzazate – Skoura – Valley of the Roses – Dades Valley

Departure from Ouarzazate towards the Skoura palm grove and the Amerhidil Kasbah, one of the most photographed in the south. We continue through Kelaat M’Gouna, the Valley of the Roses, reaching the Dades Valley in the late afternoon. Time to walk among the rock formations known as the “monkey fingers”. Dinner and overnight at a hotel overlooking the gorge.

Day2Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi

Breakfast overlooking the valley and departure for the Todra Gorge, with time to walk beside the river. Lunch in Tinghir and on through Tinejdad and Erfoud to Merzouga. In the late afternoon, camel ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi to watch the sunset. Berber dinner and a night at a desert camp.

Day3Merzouga – Khamlia – Rissani – Alnif – Ouarzazate

Sunrise over the dunes and breakfast at the camp. Visit to a nomad family and to the village of Khamlia, known for its gnawa music. Passing through Rissani and its souk before returning to Ouarzazate via Alnif and the Anti-Atlas. Arrival in the late afternoon and end of our services.

What's included

  • Transport: private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole route
  • Driver/Guide: English-speaking professional throughout the tour
  • Accommodation: hotels, riads and one night at a desert camp
  • Meals: all breakfasts and the dinners listed in the itinerary
  • Experiences: camel ride in the desert for sunset and sunrise
  • All local fees and taxes

What's not included

  • International flights to and from Morocco
  • Alcoholic drinks with meals
  • Lunches on travelling days
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal expenses and travel insurance
  • Entrance fees to monuments not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Anything not specifically listed as included.

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Route map

Ouarzazate → Skoura → Vallée du Dadès → Gorges du Todra → Merzouga → Khamlia → Rissani → Alnif → Ouarzazate

Open route in Google Maps

Frequently asked questions

Is a 3-Day Tour from Ouarzazate to the Merzouga Desert worth it?

Yes. It is the most practical way to make the most of your time departing from here, with no connecting journeys and an itinerary built just for your group.

What should I pack for a 3-Day Tour from Ouarzazate to the Merzouga Desert?

We recommend comfortable clothing, a warm jacket for the cold desert nights, sunscreen, sunglasses and a camera to capture the landscapes of the kasbah route.

Is the tour private?

Yes. All our itineraries are private: you travel only with your own group, with a dedicated driver-guide and vehicle, and you can adjust timings and stops along the way.

Reviews from our travellers

5,0

Excellent

Based on 87 reviews

Tripadvisor
“Incredible experience! Everything was perfect — the guides, the hotels, the desert. They went beyond all our expectations.”
Juliana & RicardoSão Paulo, Brazil
“Flawless service in our own language and always reachable on WhatsApp. I highly recommend Agencia Marrocos Tours!”
Camila FerreiraRio de Janeiro, Brazil
“Best trip of our lives! Morocco is magical and Moroccan hospitality is one of a kind.”
André & FamilyBelo Horizonte, Brazil

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