5-Day Sahara Expedition: Marrakech to the Heart of Morocco's Desert Wonders!

Discover Morocco's south: hidden paths, lush valleys, ancient Kasbahs. Tour from Marrakech to Merzouga's dunes, Dades, Draa valleys. Stay in selected accommodations. Unforgettable adventure awaits!
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Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Dades Valley

Today, we will pick you up from Marrakech in the morning and embark on a journey across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2260m).

Our destination is the picturesque Ait Benhaddou village, renowned for its fortified ksar and beautiful Kasbahs. Ait Benhaddou has served as a captivating backdrop for numerous movie productions.

Following lunch, our journey continues to Dades via Ouarzazate, passing through the palm groves of Skoura and the enchanting Dades Valley, where we will spend the first night.

Day 2: Dades Valley – Todra Gorge – Merzouga

After a hearty breakfast, our Sahara desert adventure resumes as we traverse the vibrant Berber villages on our way to Tineghir, featuring a stunning palm grove.

The journey then leads us to the Todra Gorge, a captivating canyon rising approximately 300 meters high and a favored destination for mountain climbers.

Subsequently, we head to the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga, where we will spend the night in a local riad.

Day 3: Merzouga Sightseeing Tour and Camel Ride

Following breakfast, immerse yourself in the exploration of the Merzouga dunes, including the wandering deposit, the Gnaoua village, MIFISS mines, and the desert plains with encounters with Berber nomads.

In the afternoon, embark on a 1.5-hour camel ride while witnessing the mesmerizing sunset, leading you to the camp in the oasis.

Spend the night in the bivouac at Merzouga Sahara dunes, nestled under nomadic tents.

Day 4: Merzouga – Draa Valley – Ouarzazate

After a serene and memorable night in the Erg Chebbi sand dunes, relish the sunrise over the dunes before returning to the hotel with the camels for breakfast and a refreshing shower.

Next, depart for Rissani to explore the tourist area, including the Mausoleum of Moulay Ali Cherif and the palm grove.

Lunch in Nkoub is followed by a journey to Ouarzazate through the picturesque Draa Valley.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at a hotel in Ouarzazate.

Day 5: Ouarzazate – Telouet – The Atlas Mountains – Marrakech

Following breakfast, our journey continues to Marrakech with a detour to the traditional High Atlas Berber village of Telouet.

Explore the Kasbah el Glaoui before crossing the High Atlas Mountains and concluding our adventure.

Are you ready to embark on this unforgettable journey?

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All our trips include:

Stay in good quality hotels
Daily breakfast and dinner
Airport pickup and drop
Experienced tour leaders
All taxes are included
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Traveler reviews

Angélique

Completed a seamless 4-day Sahara tour with Magic Sahara Tours. From booking with M’barek to exploring Morocco's sites with guide Hassan and driver Mo, the experience was enjoyable. Highlights included celebrating New Year at Camel Trip Luxury Camp. Highly recommend!

Charlotte

A tour with a Moroccan friend I really suggest a tour with Moubarak , he is perfect, he have see the desert , the mountains , markets and Kasbas and we had an amazing camel ride ! Without Moubarak it wouldn’t be possible ! The van is also really comfortable ! Thank you very much! Will came back Ishallah !

Marco

Amazing 3-day Morocco trip! 1 night in Atlas Mountains, 1 in Sahara desert, and the last in Marrakech. Moubarak, our guide and driver, was kind, funny, and professional. Learn about their culture and have all your needs satisfied. Highly recommend this agency for your Morocco experience!

Jessica

A fantastic family trip with Hassan as our guide and driver! We highly recommend this experience. Hassan was outstanding: kind, professional, and always ready to meet our needs. Thanks to him, we were able to explore the desert, mountains, bustling markets, and stunning kasbahs. The camel ride was an unforgettable experience for all of us!

Roberta G

Recently, my partner and I completed a 4-day Sahara tour from Marrakech to Fes with Magic Sahara Tours. From the initial booking with M’barek to the tour with our guide Hassan and driver Mo, the experience was seamless. They were responsive, accommodating, and made the entire journey enjoyable. Highlights included exploring Morocco's beautiful sites and celebrating the New Year at the Camel Trip Luxury Camp in the desert with local nomads. Special thanks to Hassan and Mo for making the long hours of commute worthwhile. Highly recommend!

Benard B

Magical experience! 4 fantastic days, highly recommend this agency. Our guide, Mbarak, was young, knowledgeable, and professional. Welcomed us like family, always responsive to our requests. Excellent English, expertise in Moroccan history and landscapes. Outstanding oratory skills, innate talent to make you comfortable in every situation.

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"A tour with a Moroccan friend I really suggest a tour with Moubarak , he is perfect, he have see the desert , the mountains , markets and Kasbas and we had an amazing camel ride ! Without Moubarak it wouldn’t be possible ! The van is also really comfortable ! Thank you very much! Will came back Ishallah !"

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"Amazing We had 3 days in Morocco , 1 night near Atlas Mountains , 1 night in Sahara’s desert and the last one in Marrakech. Moubarak was our guide and driver . He’s very kind , funny and professional. With him, you will learn a lot of things about their culture , and he will be able to satisfy all your needs. I personally recommend this agency if you decide to spend some days in Morocco !"

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