4 Days Tour From Ouarzazate To Merzouga
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4 Days Tour From Ouarzazate To Merzouga
Tour overview:
This 4 Days Tour from Ouarzazate to Merzouga Desert is one of the best ways to explore the beauty of southern Morocco. You’ll travel through the Dades Valley, Todgha Gorges, and the Sahara Desert of Merzouga. Enjoy a camel ride over Erg Chebbi dunes, visit Berber villages, meet nomad families, and spend a magical night in a luxury desert camp under the stars. This tour offers an amazing mix of culture, nature, and adventure, perfect for anyone wanting to discover the real Morocco.
Tour highlights
Visit Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Morocco”
Stop at the beautiful Dades Valley and Todgha Gorges
Ride camels across the Erg Chebbi dunes in Merzouga Desert
Spend a night in a Berber desert camp under the stars
Visit nomad families and enjoy Gnaoua music in Khamlia village
Explore Rissani’s traditional market and Erfoud’s fossil shops
See the famous Rose Valley and Skoura oasis
Tour itinerary
Day 1: Ouarzazate – Tinghir – Todgha Gorges – Merzouga Desert
Your 4 days tour from Ouarzazate to Merzouga Desert starts with a scenic drive through the Dades Valley and Tinghir. Along the way, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of Berber villages, valleys, and mountain landscapes. We’ll stop at the stunning Todgha Gorges, famous for its high cliffs and palm groves. Later, we’ll continue to Merzouga, where your camel ride will take you across the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi to your desert camp. Enjoy a traditional Berber dinner, music, and sleep under the stars.
Day 2: Explore Merzouga Desert
Wake up early to watch the magical sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast and shower at the camp, we’ll explore the Merzouga area. You’ll visit Khamlia village, known for its Gnaoua music and African culture. Then, we’ll meet a nomad family living in the desert to discover their unique lifestyle. After lunch, we’ll visit Hassi Labied oasis and enjoy the peace of the Sahara. In the evening, return to the camp for dinner, fire, and stargazing.
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Todgha Gorges
After breakfast, we’ll ride camels back to Merzouga village and start our journey to Todgha Gorges. On the way, we’ll stop at Rissani, known for its traditional souks and local markets. You can explore shops selling Berber jewelry, spices, and crafts. Next, we’ll visit Erfoud, famous for fossils and dates, then continue to Todgha Gorges, where we’ll spend the night in a local hotel or riad surrounded by beautiful canyons.
Day 4: Todgha Gorges – Dades Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate
After breakfast, we’ll head back to Ouarzazate, passing through the breathtaking Dades Valley, Kelaat Mgouna (Rose Valley), and Skoura oasis. You’ll stop for pictures and enjoy the landscapes full of rose fields and Kasbahs. Finally, we’ll arrive in Ouarzazate, known as the Hollywood of Morocco, where your 4-day desert tour comes to an end.
Services included in price:
Includes
→ Tour in 4×4 vehicle or minibus with A/C
→ Driver/Guide
→ Fuel
→ Hotel overnight stays (breakfast & dinner included)
→ 1 night in a desert camp (breakfast & dinner included)
→ Camel ride
Excludes
⊗ Beverages
⊗ Lunchs
⊗ Drinks
⊗ Tips
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What should I pack for the desert tour?
Bring comfortable clothes, sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and a light jacket for the evening (the desert can get cold at night). Don’t forget your camera to capture the stunning dunes!
2. When is the best time to visit Merzouga Desert?
The best time to visit is from March to May and September to November, when the weather is warm but not too hot.
3. Can I customize the 4 days Ouarzazate desert tour?
Yes! You can customize your trip add extra nights, visit more attractions, or choose between standard or luxury desert camps.
4. How long is the camel ride in Merzouga?
The camel ride usually takes about 1 to 1.5 hours each way, perfect for watching sunrise and sunset in the dunes.
