4-Day Sahara Escape: Marrakech to Merzouga

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Muha

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Extra Cancellation Days
only for the first TripMate

21 Jan 25 → 24 Jan 25

Guided trip

4 days

11 stops

6 - 15 Mates

Morocco

What's special?

Sahara Desert

Hidden Places

Culture & Food

Begin your adventure from Marrakech, crossing the Atlas Mountains and visiting Ouarzazate, the Valley of Roses, and the stunning Dades Valley. Continue to Todgha Gorge before heading to Merzouga for a sunset camel ride or quad biking through the Sahara dunes. After a magical night in a luxury desert camp, explore the Rissani souk and travel through desert towns like Alnif and Tazarine to reach Agdez. Finally, visit the iconic Ait Benhaddou and Telouet Kasbah before returning to Marrakech, completing an unforgettable journey through Morocco's diverse landscapes.

Hello! My name is Muha, I’m 35 years old and originally from Tamlalte in the beautiful Dades Valley, located in southeast Morocco. As a proud Berber (Amazigh), I have a deep connection with my country’s rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and ancient traditions. For the past five years, I’ve been living in Germany, but my heart has always remained with Morocco. I have worked as a mountain guide in the stunning Moroccan landscapes and managed hostels, which has given me a unique perspective on hospitality and adventure. Now, I would love to share the beauty of Morocco with you, offering authentic experiences that will connect you with the soul of this incredible country. Whether it's the towering Atlas Mountains, the vast Sahara Desert, or the rich history and culture, I look forward to guiding you on a journey you'll never forget.

Throughout the trip, you’ll enjoy private accommodations in comfortable rooms or luxury desert tents, equipped with everything you need for a relaxing and authentic stay (including AC/WC). Each location is carefully selected to provide you with privacy, comfort, and a true taste of Moroccan hospitality.

What's included?

Transportation

Dinner

Breakfast

Camel ride

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Marrakesh

Day 1

After breakfast at your accommodation, we will pick you up and start our 4 Day Trip. From Marrakech we begin our adventure early, driving through the High Atlas Mountains via the scenic Tizi n’Tichka pass.

Tizi n'Tichka

Day 1

Tizi n'Tichka is the highest point of the Atlas Mountains that you can cross by car. Shortly before there is an amazing traditional restaurant serving clean meat, sweet tea, freshly baked bread and several traditional moroccan dishes. We will have a little Snack here and enjoy the view.

Ouarzazate

Day 1

Ouarzazate & Skoura: Stop in Ouarzazate, the gateway to the desert and home to Hollywood Studios.After that we will visit the nearby oasis of Skoura, known for its vast palm groves and historic Kasbahs.

Roses Valley

Day 1

After that comes the stunning Valley of Roses: Continue through the Valley of Roses, famous for its annual rose festival and lush landscapes. Perfect place to purchase perfume, cosmetics and literally anything that comes from roses. We will have lunch at a beautiful and traditional restaurant.

Dadès Gorges

Day 1-2

We arrive at Dades Valley and enjoy a small walk through the gardens and the village of Tamlalte, near the stunning Dades Canyon, known for its dramatic rock formations. Overnight we stay in a Berber family guesthouse in Dades, immersing yourself in the local culture and hospitality.

Todra River

Day 2

After a beautiful breakfast with mountain view, we depart for Todgha Gorge, a striking canyon with towering rock walls, perfect for a short hike or photography. The area is famous for its traditional carpets and Berber Crafts.

Merzouga

Day 2-3

We than continue through the desert landscapes to Merzouga, arriving by the afternoon. Camel ride or Quad adventure: As the sun begins to set, choose between a camel ride or a quad biking experience through the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. We will spend the night in a luxury desert camp: Enjoy Berber music with drums and dancing before settling into your luxury desert camp for an unforgettable night under the stars.

Agdz

Day 3-4

Merzouga & Rissani Souk: After breakfast, visit the Rissani Souk, a vibrant market known for its traditional goods, spices, and local handicrafts. Travel through Alnif and Tazarine: Continue your journey through these desert towns, famous for their fossils and Berber heritage. Oued Draa Valley: Drive along the scenic Draâ Valley (Oued Draâ), filled with palm groves, ancient kasbahs, and traditional villages. Overnight in Agdez: Arrive in Agdez, a charming town on the edge of the desert, and stay overnight in a local guesthouse, enjoying the tranquil atmosphere and local cuisine.

Aït Benhaddou

Day 4

Breakfast in Agdez: Start the day with breakfast before heading toward Ait Benhaddou. Ait Benhaddou: Visit the famous UNESCO World Heritage site, Ait Benhaddou, and explore its ancient kasbahs and earthen architecture.

Telouet

Day 4

Telouet Kasbah: Continue to the Telouet Kasbah, once the residence of the powerful Glaoui family, and explore its intricate, historical architecture. We than cross the High Atlas Mountains, arriving back in Marrakech by late afternoon or evening

Marrakesh

Day 4

We arrive back in Marrakech in the evening and you return to your accommodation. We can meet up again at night to have tea on a roof top terrace at Jemma El Fna and look back on our amazing trip and the memories we made together.