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4-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara Adventure with Camel, Camp & Dades

Marrakech, Morocco
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What to expect

Take a slower four-day route to the Sahara through Aït Ben Haddou, Dades and Todra, with a camel or 4x4 desert approach, camp night, sunrise and time around Erg Chebbi.

  • Duration4 days
  • Hotel pickupIncluded
  • Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

  • Aït Ben Haddou and the High Atlas crossing
  • Dades Valley and Todra Gorge
  • Camel or 4x4 approach into the Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Night in a desert camp with sunset and sunrise
  • A slower four-day pace with extra Sahara time

The four-day format reduces the rush of a shorter Sahara trip. Travel through the High Atlas and Aït Ben Haddou to Dades, continue through Todra to Merzouga and spend a night in a desert camp. A third day adds more Sahara time before the route returns toward Marrakech.

Choose from 3 available options

  • Booking type: SharedMin. 1 person

    Standard

    • Duration · 4 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Standard camp

    From€225per person

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  • Booking type: SharedMin. 1 person

    Comfort / Luxury

    • Duration · 4 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later
    • Comfort camp

    From€325per person

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  • Booking type: PrivateMin. 2 people

    Private Desert Tour — Standard Comfort

    Private arrangement for 4-Day Marrakech to Merzouga Sahara Adventure with Camel, Camp & Dades. Exclusive driver and private ground transport for the complete listed multi-day route, with the original lodging standard unless an upgrade is expressly included.

    • Duration · 4 days
    • Guide · English
    • Hotel pickup
    • Private tour
    • Free cancellation
    • Reserve now & pay later

    Included with this option

    • Exclusive driver and private ground transport for the complete listed multi-day route, with the original lodging standard unless an upgrade is expressly included.

    From€475per person

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What's included

  • Pickup and drop-off in Marrakech
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • 3 nights of accommodation
  • 3 breakfasts
  • 3 dinners
  • Aït Ben Haddou stop
  • Dades and Todra route
  • Camel or 4x4 approach to the camp
  • Desert camp
  • Sunset and sunrise in the desert
  • Sandboarding subject to availability

Not included

  • Lunches
  • Drinks
  • Local guides and tickets unless stated
  • Optional quad biking
  • Tips and personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. Approx. 07:00

    Departure from Marrakech

    Pickup at your accommodation or the nearest accessible meeting point in Marrakech.

Day 1

Marrakech → High Atlas → Aït Ben Haddou → Dades

3 stops

  1. High Atlas & Tizi n’Tichka pass

    Scenic drive · Photo stop

    Free admission

    Scenic stop on the mountain road across the High Atlas.

  2. Aït Ben Haddou

    Visit · Walking · Photo stop

    Free admission

    Stop at the UNESCO-listed fortified village and walk among its earthen kasbahs.

  3. Dades Valley

    Scenic drive

    Arrive in the Dades Valley for the night.

AccommodationHotel/riad in the Dades Valley
MealsDinner — included
Day 2

Dades → Todra → Merzouga → desert camp

4 stops

  1. Todra Gorge

    Visit · Walking · Photo stop

    Free admission

    Stop between the high rock walls of the gorge.

  2. Merzouga

    Scenic drive

    Arrive at the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes.

  3. Camel ride to the desert camp

    Camel ride · Sunset

    Admission included

    Camel or 4x4 approach to the camp around sunset.

  4. Dinner and night at the desert camp

    Dinner

    Admission included

    Dinner at the camp and a night under desert skies.

AccommodationDesert campCamp comfort depends on the selected option.
MealsBreakfast — includedDinner — included
Day 3

Sahara sunrise → return toward Dades

3 stops

  1. Desert sunrise

    Sunrise · Breakfast

    Wake up early for the sunrise over the dunes.

  2. Optional desert activity

    Free time · Activity

    More Sahara time; sandboarding subject to availability, quad only if selected.

  3. Dades Valley

    Scenic drive

    Drive back toward the Dades area for the night.

AccommodationHotel on the route
MealsBreakfast — includedDinner — included
Day 4

Dades → Ouarzazate → High Atlas → Marrakech

2 stops

  1. Ouarzazate

    Scenic drive

    Pass through Ouarzazate, the gateway to the southern valleys.

  2. Return to Marrakech

    Drop-off

    Drive back across the High Atlas to your Marrakech drop-off point.

MealsBreakfast — included

  • Small overnight bag
  • Warm layers for the evening and night
  • Sun protection
  • Sunglasses
  • Cash for lunches, drinks and extras

  • This is a long-distance road trip with several hours of driving each day.
  • Camp comfort depends on the selected option.
  • Quad biking is excluded unless selected.
  • Lunches and most drinks are at your own expense.
  • Desert nights can be cold in winter; bring warm layers.
  • A small overnight bag is recommended.
  • The camel ride may be replaced by 4x4 where operational.

  • Your booking request is reviewed and confirmed by our team.
  • The exact pickup time and point are confirmed after booking.
  • Guide/host languages: English, French and Spanish.
  • Nights: Dades hotel/riad, desert camp, then a route hotel.
  • Reserve now and pay later; no online card payment is required to book.

Live tour guide available in:

  • English
  • French
  • Spanish

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

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FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts 4 days. Departure from Marrakech is around 07:00 on day 1, and the exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.

Where do we sleep?

Night 1 in a Dades hotel/riad, night 2 in a desert camp near Merzouga and night 3 in a hotel on the route back. Camp comfort depends on the selected option.

Which meals are included?

Three breakfasts and three dinners are included. Lunches and most drinks are at your own expense.

Is quad biking included?

No. Quad biking is optional and not included unless selected. Sandboarding is included subject to availability.

How cold is it at night?

Desert nights can be cold in winter, so bring warm layers in a small overnight bag.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off in Marrakech are included. Riads that vehicles cannot reach are served from the nearest accessible meeting point, confirmed after booking.

Can I cancel or pay later?

Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start, and you can reserve now and pay later. Our team reviews and confirms every booking request.

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