3-day private desert trip from Marrakech to Merzouga with overnight in Bedouin camp
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3-day private desert trip from Marrakech to Merzouga with overnight in Bedouin camp

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$351.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, French, Spanish, Arabic
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 72 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You’ll spend the night in traditional Berber nomad tents with drumming music beneath the Sahara stars
  • Camel rides and sandboarding across the Erg Chebbi dunes bring the desert to life in the most unforgettable way
  • You’ll witness the shifting colours and shadows of the Sahara from sunrise through to sunset
  • The journey takes you through the Atlas Mountains, Todra Gorges and vast palm groves of southern Morocco
  • An immersive overnight stay in the heart of the Sahara lets you experience authentic desert life and hospitality
What to expect

This three-day Sahara adventure takes you deep into the heart of Morocco’s desert landscapes, combining mountain scenery, ancient kasbahs and unforgettable nights beneath the stars. From camel rides across the towering Erg Chebbi dunes to traditional Berber hospitality in the middle of the Sahara, this experience blends adventure, culture and some of Morocco’s most dramatic scenery into one unforgettable journey.

Your adventure begins with an early departure as you travel through the High Atlas Mountains via the winding Tizi N’Tichka Pass, passing remote Berber villages hidden among the rugged landscapes. Along the way, you’ll visit the famous Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its appearances in films such as Gladiator and The Mummy. Continuing through the Skoura palm groves, home to hundreds of thousands of palm trees, the scenery gradually shifts as you move closer towards the desert.

Day two brings even more spectacular landscapes as you travel through Todra Gorges, Tinghir, Tinjdad, Jorf and Erfoud, where the vastness of the Sahara begins to unfold. Arriving at the Erg Chebbi dunes, it’s time to swap wheels for camels and set off across the golden sands as the sun lowers across the horizon. There’s also the chance to try sandboarding from the higher dunes, adding even more excitement to the experience. As evening falls, settle into your Berber nomad camp deep within the desert, where dinner, traditional drumming music and a sky filled with stars create an atmosphere that feels worlds away from everyday life. Sleeping in the silence of the Sahara is the real highlight of this adventure.

On the final day, wake early to admire the changing colours of the dunes at sunrise before breakfast at camp. Then begin the return journey through Morocco’s ever-changing landscapes, taking with you unforgettable memories of the Sahara, its people and its timeless beauty.

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What's included
  • check One night in a hotel and the other night in a Berber tent
  • check Dinner for 2 nights and breakfast
  • check Transportation with private driver/guide
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • check Camel ride
What's not included
  • x_not_included Drinks
  • x_not_included Lunch
Where
Meeting point:
You will be picked up from your accommodation in Marrakech as per details given at checkout and confirmed with the local operator after booking.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Please leave your accommodation details at checkout and confirm these with the local operator after booking. You will find their contact details in the voucher you will receive after booking
  • The tour price works as the options below:
  • Option 1: From 2 to 3 people, they can book
  • Option 2: From 4 to 6 people, they can book
  • Option 3: From 7 to 15 people, they can book
  • Children's prices are as follows:
  • From 1 Year to 6 years: Free (€0)
  • From 7 to 10 Years: Half Adult Price

Remember to bring:

  • One night will be spent in a hotel and the other in Berber nomad tents; bring your luggage for the hotel, but take only a small bag with essentials for the night in the desert
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Provider
Tilila Travel
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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