Looking for the perfect vacation to explore southern Morocco? Look no further than this exceptional 6-day tour from Marrakech to the Merzouga desert. This journey lets you discover the most fascinating sites on the way to the Sahara, including the Ait Ben Haddou kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a renowned filming location for movies like Gladiator and Game of Thrones. Stroll along the tranquil river in the Todra Gorges and enjoy a memorable overnight stay in the Merzouga desert.
The following day, immerse yourself in Bedouin culture and discover the nomadic lifestyle. Next, visit Khamlia to experience traditional African Gnawa music and explore the ancient souks of Rissani. one of Morocco’s ancient cities. along the trip, you’ll also visit Nkob, known as the kingdom of Kasbahs, and have the opportunity to explore the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest valley. Finally, cross the Tizi N’Tnifift pass as you return to Marrakech.
Upon arrival at the airport, our driver will transfer you to your accommodation where you’ll spend the night.
In the morning, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Marrakech to begin your 6-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga, with a fantastic journey from Marrakech to the Dades crossing the High Atlas Mountains, which offers breathtaking views of Berber villages set among the mountain slopes. Following that, we pass via Tizi N Tichka pass ( 2260 meters hight).
Following that, we’ll continue to Ouarzazate, passing through Talouet and visiting the renowned Kasbah of Taourirt and film studios. Following a hearty lunch, we’ll continue towards the Dades Valley along the famous road of a thousand Kasbahs, passing through the gorgeous village of Skoura, famous for 1000 kasbahs.
Enjoy the drive through Kalaat M’gouna, known as the Rose city. Stopping at some local cooperatives which make cosmetic products from rose. Afterwards, we continue our 6 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga via the Red Mountains, taking in the finest sceneries along the way. Arriving in Dades Gorges, drop you off at your accommodation where you’ll spend the first night of your 6 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga.
In the morning, we’ll cross the Dades Gorges. Making a visit to the Monkey Fingers and Tisadrine, Then we continue our way towards Todra Gorges, passing through the rocky desert taking in the finest sceneries along the way. Following this, we pass via the palm groves of Tinghir. Arriving in Todra Gorges, walk through the riverside crossing the gorges, which stands at 332 meters high. After a delicious lunch at Todra Gorges, we’ll continue our 6 days tour from Marrakech to Merzouga desert pass via Tinejdad and Melaab where you’ll visit a Local Berber cooperative; immerse yourself in the Berber culture.
After that, we continue to our alluring destination; the Sahara desert of Merzouga. Arriving in Erfoud, known as the date Capital. After that, we’ll visit a fossil museum then drive to Merzouga desert.
Upon your arrival, set off on camel ride adventure across the dunes of Merzouga, enjoying the breathtaking sceneries along the way. Stop for some remarkable photographs with sunset. Next, we continue to your desert camp where you’ll spend a magical night under stars after drum party around the campfire.
In the morning, wake to watch an incredible sunrise then enjoy your breakfast at your Luxury desert camp. Then begin your Full day tour of the high dunes of Merzouga, traversing the region’s attractions including Hassi Lbeid, Tanamoust, and Khamlia, famous for its vibrant African music scene.
Immerse yourself in the nomadic culture, interacting with locals and gaining insights into their lifestyle while savoring a traditional Berber pizza. After that, we’ll head to Merzouga for lunch, followed by a visit to Hassi lbeid Oasis, offering a captivating panoramic sceneries of Merzouga. Late afternoon ( free time to try Sandbaording, ATV quad or Buggy). Then we’ll transfer you to your riad near the dunes where you’ll spend the night.
After breakfast at the Riad, we will continue our 6 day desert tour from Marrakech to Merzouga by heading to the Tafilalet palm grove and the city of Rissani, one of the oldest cities in Morocco and the birthplace of the Alawite dynasty.
Explore Rissani, the former capital of the Alaouite Sultans, before heading to the village of Alnif. From there, we’ll travel through the Jbel Saghro Anti-Atlas range, admiring the grey-black mountains with their unique and striking shapes. Our journey will take us through the main Berber villages of Tazzarine and N’kob, and then into the Draa Valley, Morocco’s Longest valley, known for its impressive rows of palm trees. Stop for some memorable photographs.
In the late afternoon, we’ll drive to Ouarzazate via the Anti-Atlas Mountains and scenic paved road of Tizi N’Tnifift. We’ll arrive in Ouarzazate in the evening and drop you off at your accommodation where you’ll spend the night.
Leaving Ouarzazate, Hollywood of Africa, we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, the most impressive Kasbah and well preserved fortress in Morocco. The site has been a location for many film shoots including ‘The Mummy’, ‘Gladiator’, ‘7 Days in Tibet’, ‘Alexander the Great’ and ‘Babel’.
Following that, head towards the majestic Atlas Mountains Crossing the Tizi N Tichka pass via the highest road pass in Morocco, offering breathtaking views of valleys, mountains and many other Berber villages along the way. Arriving in Marrakech late afternoon transfer you to your accommodation or the airport.
Hamid, our driver speaks English and Italian excellently, guided us through an incredible 6-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga. Throughout this amazing journey, we had the opportunity to see and visit many unique places, including Ouarzazate and Ait Ben Haddou, Todra Gorges..etc.Our nights were spent at scenic destinations along the route. In the magnificent Sahara desert of Merzouga, we enjoyed a memorable camel trek through the dunes. Hamid, our driver, introduced us to local nomads, where we visited their families and experienced their traditional way of life. In Khamlia, we met warm and welcoming African locals and enjoyed their traditional music. Additionally, we took a amazing one-hour buggy ride with a beautiful sunset and spent the night at a luxurious desert camp in the heart of the desert. We also explored the Old Markets of Rissani, gaining insight into how previous generations lived in southern Morocco with simple materials.
We highly recommend this 6-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga for anyone looking to deeply explore the southern part of Morocco.
We contacted Hassan, the receptionist at Morocco Tour Company, to request a customized quote for our needs. We opted for the 6-day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga and thoroughly enjoyed it, especially since we were keen on exploring the Sahara desert and the south of Morocco.
During our trip to the Sahara desert of Merzouga, we passed by the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou and stayed our first night at the Dades Gorges. We also visited the Todra Gorges, which is renowned as one of the most impressive gorges in Morocco.
Youssef, our helpful, kind, and friendly driver, took us to all the planned destinations on our itinerary. We had the opportunity to experience a a lot of landscapes, from mountains and rivers to the desert. We loved the trip, including the guides and accommodations. It was an unforgettable experience. We extend our thanks to the team of Morocco Tour Company for this exceptional tour and look forward to coming back soon.
100% recommended!