Merzouga Desert Tour
Cross the High Atlas Mountains to the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga, with camel trekking and an overnight stay at a Sahara camp.
Suggested Route & Main Places
A typical route from Marrakech to Merzouga crosses the High Atlas Mountains and can include scenic valley passes and gorge viewpoints on the way to the Erg Chebbi dunes:
- High Atlas Mountains crossing via the Tizi n'Tichka pass
- Scenic valley stops and viewpoints along the route (such as Ait Ben Haddou or Dades area)
- The high sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga
- Camel trekking and overnight stay at a Sahara desert camp
Tour Program
Day 1: Marrakech → High Atlas → Valley Route En Route
Depart Marrakech, climbing through the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n'Tichka pass. A typical program continues through scenic southern valleys, with options to pause at historic viewpoints before an overnight stop en route.
Day 2: Valley Route → Merzouga (Erg Chebbi)
Continue toward the desert, passing dramatic gorge valleys and palm oases. Arrive at the dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga for camel trekking and an overnight stay at a Sahara camp.
Day 3: Merzouga → High Atlas → Marrakech
Enjoy the morning in the dunes before beginning the return drive across southern Morocco and the High Atlas, arriving back in Marrakech in the evening.
Note: Optional activities can be discussed when requesting the tour.
