3-Day Camel Trekking Adventure in Merzouga from Marrakech

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Why we love it?

The 3-Day Tour to Merzouga Erg Chebbi offers travelers an immersive experience in the Moroccan desert, starting from Marrakech. This tour suits adventure seekers and those looking to explore the stunning landscapes of the Dadès Valley and the iconic sand dunes of Erg Chebbi. Participants will enjoy camel trekking, allowing them to traverse the golden sands while experiencing the tranquility of the desert. Accommodations include comfortable hotels with private bathrooms, and meals are provided, ensuring a blend of adventure and comfort throughout the journey.

Inclusions

  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • 1 night hotel stay in an AC room/suite with private bathroom
  • 1 night at your prefered desert tent in Erg Chebbi (based on the selected option)
  • 2 Breakfasts (vegetarian, vegan & gluten-free options available)
  • 2 Dinners (vegetarian, vegan & gluten-free options available)
  • Sunset and sunrise camel rides
  • Sandboarding
  • Live Berber drumming and music at the camp
  • Hotel or riad pickup and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned transportation with Onboard Wi-Fi
  • Driver-guide
  • Luggage handling and storage

Exclusions

  • Lunch and Drink
  • Local guide in Kasbah Ait Ben Hddou

Itinerary

Day 3

3-Day Tour: Marrakech to Merzouga by Way of Dadès Valley plus Erg Chebbi Camel Trek

  •  Day 1 : Marrakech

     Day 1 : Marrakech – Ouarzazate – Dades

    Itinerary steps: 1 

    start your journey by the High Atlas Mountains past one Berber village after another to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou. This village is famous for its kasbah and fortified village and has been used as a set for some famous Hollywood epics and magazine photo shoots.After some leisure time, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant and continue your drive to Ouarzazate,  the Gate of the Sahara. Continue to Boumalne Dades, admiring the scenic drive along the Dades Valley, where you can enjoy dinner and rest for the night at Kasbah Amazigh or Hotel Chems.

    Meals included: dinner

    Accommodation included: Dades Kasbah Amazigh or kasbah chems

    Day 2 : Dades – Merzouga – Erg Chebbi

    Itinerary steps: 1 

    after breakfast, leave your hotel and continue to Tinghir , Todgha Gorges, pausing for some free time to explore the canyons. Enjoy lunch at a local cafe and continue to Merzouga to meet your camel ,Experience the Erg Chebbi dunes on camelback and watch the sunset set. Reach your desert camp  and enjoy an authentic Moroccan dinner under the stars. Local nomads will provide entertainment . Enjoy dinner andspent night in camp. Meals included: breakfast, dinnerAccommodation included: Auberge sahara desert camp Day 3 : Erg Chebbi – Ouarzazate – MarrakechItinerary steps: 1 

    Following an early wake-up to watch the sunrise before breakfast; a driver will be waiting to pick you up for the transfer back to Marrakech. Stop halfway for lunch at a local restaurant. Get dropped off at your original departure point or Djemaa El Fna around 8 PM.

    Meals included: breakfastAccommodation not included

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Your exact pickup time and location will be shared via Viator app and WhatsApp the day before departure.
  • Departure at 7 AM on Day 1; return around 8 PM on Day 3. Please be ready 5–10 minutes before pickup.
  • Please bring a small overnight bag for the desert. Main luggage stays securely in vehicle.
  • Desert temperatures vary, hot in summer (Jun–Aug), cold nights in winter (Nov–Feb). Pack layers accordingly. Cash: Please bring some cash (EUR or MAD) for lunches, drinks... Cards may not be accepted at some points. Budget approx. €10–13 per lunch. Pickup is available from Marrakech hotels and apartments. For historical Medina riads, a nearby accessible meeting point will be arranged by our logistics team.

Know Before You Go

  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Infant seats available

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start