This 5-day Sahara desert tour from Marrakech is an opportunity to explore Morocco’s stunning landscapes, rich culture, and historic sites. We’ll travel through the High Atlas Mountains, stopping at Ait Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll visit the Skoura Oasis, Rose Valley, and Dades Valley before experiencing the Todgha Gorge.
In Merzouga, enjoy a camel trek and a night in a luxury desert camp. Our Morocco desert trip continues through Rissani, Draa Valley, Ouarzazate, and Telouet Kasbah before returning to Marrakech. Our Morocco desert tour ends in Marrakech.
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(5 hours drive | 310 km)
We begin our 5-day Morocco desert tour with an early pick-up from your Marrakech hotel or airport. We’ll journey through the High Atlas Mountains, crossing the Tizi N’Tichka Pass (2,600m), stopping to admire the stunning views. You’ll explore the UNESCO-listed Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, followed by lunch. Next, we visit Rose Valley, famous for its Damask roses. Then, we continue to Dades Valley, known for unique rock formations and lush oases, before settling in for dinner and an overnight stay.
(6 hours drive | 290 km)
After breakfast, we begin day 2 of our Morocco tour. We explore the Dades Gorge, known for its hairpin bends and stunning mountain views. Next, we drive through Tinghir’s fortified villages before arriving at Todgha Gorge, where towering 400m cliffs create a breathtaking canyon. After lunch in Tinjdad, we head to Erfoud, famous for fossils and date palms, before reaching Merzouga. We stop for panoramic photos of Erg Chebbi dunes before checking into our desert hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
(4 hours drive | 4×4 excursion in Merzouga)
After breakfast, we set out on an exciting Sahara desert excursion. Firstly, we visit Lake Yasmina, known for its tranquil waters reflecting Erg Chebbi’s dunes. Next, we take the Rally Dakar off-road trail to Tisserdmin Oasis, a stunning contrast of palm groves and golden sands. We explore fossil quarries, once an ancient seabed, revealing ammonites and trilobites.
We then visit a nomadic Berber family to learn about their desert lifestyle. Continuing to Miffis eyeliner mines, we discover the history of kohl extraction, still used in traditional makeup. Next, we reach Khamlia village, home to the Gnaoua people, where we enjoy a live music performance blending African and Moroccan rhythms.
After lunch, we prepare for our camel trek, journeying into Erg Chebbi to witness a breathtaking Sahara sunset. Finally, we arrive at our luxury desert camp, where we enjoy dinner, a drum party, and a magical night under the stars.
(7 hours drive | 370 km)
We start the day by witnessing a breathtaking Sahara sunrise, a truly unforgettable experience. After a traditional breakfast, we leave the Erg Chebbi dunes behind and head to Rissani, the gateway to the Sahara. This historic town was once a key trading hub for desert caravans. We explore its vibrant souk, filled with local crafts, spices, fresh dates, and traditional specialties.
Continuing our journey, we traverse rugged desert landscapes and small Berber villages. After a short stop in Alnif, we proceed to Nkoub, known as the “Village of 45 Kasbahs”, where we take a break for lunch.
Next, we explore the lush Draa Valley, Morocco’s largest palm oasis, perfect for stunning photo opportunities. As we drive through the Ait Saoun rocky hills, we pause for scenic views before arriving in Ouarzazate, the Hollywood of Morocco, for an overnight stay.
(5 hours drive | 200 km)
After breakfast, we begin the last day of our Morocco desert trip. We start by exploring Kasbah Taourirt, a 19th-century fortress that once housed the powerful Glaoui family and controlled Sahara trade routes.
Next, we visit Ouarzazate’s film studios, famous for hosting Hollywood productions. Continuing our journey, we cross the Atlas Mountains, stopping at an Argan oil workshop to learn about traditional extraction methods.
Afterward, we explore Kasbah Talouet, a historic fortress in the High Atlas Mountains. Finally, we drive back to Marrakech, concluding our 5-day, 4-night Morocco desert tour with unforgettable memories.
Yes, this 5 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech is fully customizable. Whether you’d like to add stops, adjust the pace, or extend your trip, we’ll tailor the itinerary to suit your preferences and travel style.
The 5-day 4-night desert tour includes accommodations in a mix of charming Moroccan riads, hotels, and a luxury Sahara Desert camp. The camp features private tents, hot showers, air conditioning, and stargazing under the desert sky.
The camel trek to the Erg Chebbi dunes usually lasts around 1 to 1.5 hours. It’s a highlight of the itinerary, offering breathtaking views and an unforgettable sunset experience.
Yes, the 5 Days Desert Tour from Marrakech is suitable for families. Kids will love activities like camel trekking, exploring kasbahs, and spotting Barbary macaques in the Cedar Forest.
We recently back to our country after a great Marrakech desert tour in Morocco. We have picked up Fes Marrakech Tours for traveling in Morocco after we contacted Barak who gave us so many helpful ideas. We met our driver Iddress who made us feel so special with his friendly and hospitality. We visited the high Atlas mountains- Ait Benhaddou kasbah with lunch there. We didn’t miss the second day adventure in Sahara dunes where we went for a camel ride and slept inside Khaima. Absolutely amazing trip and never had that before. Everyone was so friendly and amazing. After our trip! We went to spain and went back home. We will keep our tour memories with us forever and photos with our friends in Morocco. I strongly recommend Fes Marrakech Tours to Morocco visitors.
Our 5-day Sahara Desert tour was everything we hoped for and more. The guide was friendly and very knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about Morocco’s culture and history. The stops were well-chosen, and the scenery was breathtaking throughout. Spending a night in the desert camp was magical, and the camel trek was unforgettable. This tour gave us memories to last a lifetime!
I’ve always dreamed of visiting the Sahara Desert, and this tour made that dream come true. The stops along the way were incredible, and the views of the Draa Valley were breathtaking. The 4×4 desert excursion was so much fun, and we loved learning about the local culture in Khamlia village. The highlight for us was the camel trek and the peaceful night under the stars in the desert camp. Truly unforgettable
Our 5-day Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech was truly life-changing. From the stunning drive through the High Atlas Mountains to the breathtaking dunes of Merzouga, every moment was magical. The camel trek into the desert was surreal, and spending the night in a luxury camp under a star-lit sky was a highlight of our trip. Our driver, Youssef, was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, making the long drives enjoyable with his insights into Moroccan culture. Highly recommend this private trip to anyone wanting to experience the best of Morocco
