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DESERT TOUR · STARTING IN OUARZAZATE

Merzouga: kasbah road to Sahara dunes3 days · 2 nights

Three days connect Ouarzazate, the Dadès and Todra landscapes and the Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga. Enjoy a valley guesthouse night followed by a proposed desert-camp night, with sunset, stargazing and an optional camel experience. The final return is a long travel day: the route, camp facilities and every activity are confirmed with a named provider before you book.

Sunrise across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga
Departure & returnOuarzazate
FormatDesert tour
DatesView departure calendar →
PriceFrom 1390 MAD / person
VALLEYS BY DAY. SAHARA STARS BY NIGHT.

Your Sahara story starts here.

Three days of kasbahs, dramatic landscapes and golden dunes.

The winding road and rocky landscape of Dadès Gorge
DAY 01

Skoura → Rose Valley → Dadès

Kasbah discovery, Skoura palms and the rose-growing route lead to a night in the Dadès valley.

Sunrise across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga
DAY 02

Todra → Merzouga → Erg Chebbi

A short Todra stop, a scenic drive east and time for the dunes, sunset and desert stars.

Merzouga · Alnif · Agdz · Ouarzazate
DAY 03

Merzouga → Alnif → Agdz → Ouarzazate

Optional sunrise, breakfast and an early start for the long return through Alnif and Agdz.

Kasbah heritageValleys & gorgesSahara sunsetStargazingCamel ride · optionalTwo overnight stays

A valley night. A desert night.

One guesthouse night and one proposed camp night, with rooms and facilities confirmed in writing.

Your camp transfer, your choice

Camel riding is optional and separately quoted. Request a suitable vehicle transfer instead.

Keep the return evening flexible

Day three is the longest driving day. Meal, restroom and driver-rest stops are planned.

Merzouga Sahara three-day tour flyer

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Sahara discovery · 3 days · 2 nights

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Shared-group starting price

Minimum departure group: 12 · per person

Join a shared group or request a private quote. Dates, accommodation, meals, tickets and final inclusions are confirmed before payment.

Departure calendar

All future dates are open for booking requests. Our team confirms availability.

November 2026

Offered departure

All future dates are open for booking requests. Our team confirms availability.

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Sunrise across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes at Merzouga
Todra Gorge rock walls
Fireside desert camp dining
Sunrise over quiet desert dunes
The winding road and rocky landscape of Dadès Gorge
MORE THAN A ROAD TRIP

Experiences along the way.

These visits shape the proposed itinerary. Tickets, local guides and activities are included only when listed in your accepted quotation.

On the itinerary

Kasbah heritage

Kasbah heritage

On the itinerary

Valleys & gorges

Valleys & gorges

On the itinerary

Sahara sunset & stars

Sahara sunset & stars

MAKE IT YOUR OWN

Add a little adventure.

Optional · separately quoted
Optional extra

Camel ride

A short, separately arranged desert-edge ride. Confirm the operator, duration and animal welfare arrangements.

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Optional extra

Quad adventure

A guided session on an authorised route. Confirm driving age, equipment, insurance, briefing and conditions.

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Optional extra

Buggy driving

A separately quoted buggy outing, with vehicle capacity, guide, safety equipment and permitted terrain confirmed.

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Optional extra

Mountain trekking

A dedicated guided route in the Ouarzazate region or wider Atlas. Level, elevation, weather, transport and extra days agreed first.

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Extras depend on a suitable local operator and can change the duration and price. Remote dunes and mountain treks may need an extended itinerary.

THE JOURNEY

A day-by-day itinerary.

  • Kasbah heritage
  • Valleys & gorges
  • Sahara sunset & stars
01
DAY 1

Skoura → Rose Valley → Dadès

Depart Ouarzazate at 08:00 for Amridil Kasbah and a brief Skoura palm-grove stop. Continue through Kelaat M’Gouna, pausing for lunch and a rose-product encounter only if arranged with a producer. In the afternoon, reach the Dadès valley for viewpoints and a gentle walk away from traffic. Check in to your named guesthouse before dinner; room type and facilities are confirmed in your quote.

  1. Ouarzazate pickup & group briefing
  2. Guided kasbah visit
  3. Lunch & rest break
  4. Valleys & gorges
OuarzazateAmridil KasbahKelaat M’GounaDadès valley

Meals: Breakfast, dinner and lunch inclusions are specified for each day in your quote.

Overnight: Guesthouse in the Dadès valley, subject to confirmed rooms and facilities.

02
DAY 2

Todra → Merzouga → Erg Chebbi

Leave the Dadès valley after breakfast for a short Todra stop, then continue east with lunch and rest breaks. Arrive in the Merzouga area with time to settle in before sunset. The camp transfer is agreed in advance: a vehicle transfer can replace camel riding, which is optional and separately quoted. Enjoy the dunes, dinner and night sky; bathroom arrangements, bedding and access must be confirmed, not assumed to be luxury.

  1. Valleys & gorges
  2. Lunch & rest break
  3. Sahara sunset & stars
Dadès valleyTodra GorgeMerzougaErg Chebbi dunes

Meals: Breakfast, dinner and lunch inclusions are specified for each day in your quote.

Overnight: Camp near Erg Chebbi; exact site, transfer and bathroom facilities confirmed before booking.

03
DAY 3

Merzouga → Alnif → Agdz → Ouarzazate

Watch sunrise if you wish, then eat breakfast and leave early for Ouarzazate via Alnif and Agdz. This is the longest driving day, with substantial time in the vehicle and planned meal, restroom and driver-rest stops. A short Drâa Valley viewpoint is possible if conditions and timing allow. The provider confirms the return window; keep your evening flexible and do not book a tight onward connection.

MerzougaAlnifAgdzOuarzazate

Meals: Breakfast, dinner and lunch inclusions are specified for each day in your quote.

Overnight: Tour ends in Ouarzazate; no additional overnight included.

SEE WHERE YOU’LL GO

Your route, at a glance.

OUARZAZATE CITY · EXPLORER MAP

Follow the journey.

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ATLAS HORIZONSKASBAHS · OASES · DESERT
1Ouarzazate
2Amridil Kasbah
3Kelaat M’Gouna
4Dadès valley
KasbahsCinemaOasesDesert

Approximate stop locations · illustrated terrain and connecting lines are a route overview, not roads or navigation. Meeting points are confirmed separately.

INTERACTIVE GOOGLE MAP

Ouarzazate

Choose a stop above to explore its location. Open the daily directions for the full road route.

Day 1 directions

Know what’s in your quote.

These are the proposed package elements. Only services itemised in your accepted written quotation are included; this page alone does not create a booking.

Proposed inclusions

  • Round-trip transport with an authorised provider, as itemised in the quote
  • Guiding and coordination for the agreed programme
  • One guesthouse night and one camp night with facilities confirmed in writing
  • Entrance tickets only for sites explicitly included in the accepted quote

Not included by default

  • Optional activities, shopping and services not listed in your quote
  • Meals and drinks unless explicitly included
  • Personal travel insurance, tips and personal expenses
  • Private-room upgrades and pickup outside the agreed area

A little preparation goes a long way.

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and drinking water
  • A light layer, personal medication and your confirmed pickup details
  • Cash for separately quoted meals, entrance fees and purchases
  • A small overnight bag and clothing for cool evenings

Pace & accessibility

Several hours of road travel, uneven walking paths and weather-dependent stops. Request suitable child seating, mobility support and room arrangements in advance. The driver can change unsafe stops; this is not a technical trekking or off-road expedition.

Booking, payment & cancellation

Send an enquiry first. We check a suitable local provider and send the proposed date, pickup point, final price, room or vehicle details, payment instructions and cancellation terms. Review and accept those terms before paying. Weather or access changes must be explained with any alternative programme. No departure, accommodation or ticket is reserved by sending this form.

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Before you go.

Are dates, prices and places already confirmed?

No. Request your preferred date. The team confirms the provider, route, staffing, final price and available places in writing. An enquiry is not a reservation, and no invented seat count or departure date is displayed.

Do I have to ride a camel?

No. Camel riding is optional. Request a suitable vehicle transfer and confirm access, safety and pricing with the operator. Children, pregnancy, mobility needs and animal welfare require particular consideration.

Can I catch a flight after the return?

Do not rely on a tight connection. Driving, weather and rest stops can extend the return. Ask the provider for the confirmed return window and allow an additional night if necessary.

PLAN IT WITH US

Make this journey yours.

Merzouga: kasbah road to Sahara dunes. Tell us your preferred date and group size. We will check the route, provider and quote before you commit.

Your contact details
Your travel preferences
Optional activities you’d like us to quote

We will check suitability and availability; extras are not booked by selecting them.

No payment is taken. The final quotation identifies the provider, exact services and cancellation terms.