5 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech

Day 1: Marrakech to Ouarzazate: The Beginning of Your 5 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech

Day 01: Marrakech/ Boumalene du Dades Tour start time is early morning to go through Beni Mellal and then onto Boumalene du Dades. Our road to the High Atlas Mountains will begin there and then as we pass across the Tizi n’Tichka pass which is above 2,260 meters. The road provides gorgeous landscape of valleys and Berber villages. Our first huge pit stop will be the widely known Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site that will amaze with its earthly construction.

This is an ancient fortified village which has been used as a location in numerous films so it has a striking movie location feel to it. We will then proceed with our drive to Ouarzazate also referred to as the Hollywood of Africa, where we will have a traditional lunch. Here you will have the chance of making an appearance at the Atlas film studios to know the movies that have been shot in this region before retiring to your bed on the night.

Day 2: Ouarzazate to Merzouga: Journeying Toward the Sahara

We will eat breakfast and in anticipation, our journey to the Sahara Desert will continue. We shall pass through the magnificent Valley of Draa which is characterized by meandering river and large palm groves. This region is the beautiful contrast to the rocks covered desert land and the perfect chance to enjoy the beauty of the Moroccan countryside. We will take a stop to have a glimpse of the famous Taourirt Kasbah in Ouarzazate prior to our drive.

In the afternoon we will arrive to Merzouga, the gate of the dunes of Erg Chebbi. This is the part where you definitely start on your experience of Morocco Desert Tours You will encounter your camel and begin an adventure you will never forget, travelling through the golden dunes as the sun is setting. You will have dinner in a luxurious camp in the desert and you can listen to desert music under the sky full of stars.

Day 3: Explore Merzouga Region: Discovering the Wonders of the Sahara

Today is committed to the exploration of the Merzouga region, where it is possible to have a more-satisfying experience of the desert. You will pass in a 4×4 vehicle through sandy landscape and stop at some local attractions. You will then go to visit a nomadic family to be aware of their native life. Moreover, you will visit the village of Khamlia, a small settlement that is known due to Gnaoua music; thus, you will have an opportunity to hear one of the authentic performances.

Next you will stop at Merouga Lake, a transient lake where you may come across migratory fowl such as the flamingos. The views of this perspective to the Erg Chebbi dunes are spectacular. You will also be exposed to the local eyeliner mines. Enjoy your last day, after a day of sight seeing, returning to you lodging to relax before your departure.

Day 4: Merzouga to Dades Valley: Journeying Through Ancient Towns and Dramatic Gorges

Then after a magical sunrise breakfast at the camp you will ride your camel back to Merzouga. We will then begin the trip to the Dades Valley, where we will stay overnight in a hotel. We will drive across the old medieval town of Rissani and the town of fossils of Erfoud. You will also get a chance to stop at a local fossil work place in order to be informed about the geological history of the region.

Our Morocco trip itinerary will feature the next stop which is the spectacular Todra Gorges. You will enjoy a hike along the beautiful canyons, where sheer canyon walls jut high in the air. We end the day in the Dades Valley which is known to have rare rock formations and is very fertile in oasis. You will be getting back to your lodgings to spend the night in a comfortable hotel in this beautiful valley.

Day 5: Dades Valley to Marrakech: Returning to Marrakech on Your 5 Days Morocco Desert Tour from Marrakech

The last day starts by passing through the Rose Valley that is located in the area of precious roses, and that has its own festival organized in May. Then we shall pass through the Skoura Palm Grove, an oasis with quite a contrast to the desert scenario. IT is also possible to visit the historic Amridil Kasbah a well maintained piece of traditional Moroccan architecture.

Continuing our trip we head back to Marrakech. We will bridge the High Atlas Mountains one more time and have the viewing impacts as well as reminisce on one of the wonders you encountered. In the late afternoon, we will reach Marrakech where your holiday in Morocco will finish as we will drop you at the hotel.