5 Days / 4 Nights
Daily Tour
17 people
English, Espanol, Francais, Italian
From Marrakech begins a very special 5-day desert tour from marrakech. Over a well-organized 5-day/4-night itinerary, our program intends to gather great experiences to see a lot of attractions in a short period.
Our program will include the majestic High Atlas Mountains, the wiggling Tizi-N-Tichka pass, the historically significant Ait-Ben-Haddou Kasbah, and the movie capital Ouarzazate. Other highlights are the green Draa Valley, the lively town of Rissani, and the fabulous Merzouga Sahara desert.
In Merzouga, enjoy a camel trek, spectacular sunset and sunrise views, and a never-to-be-forgotten night in a desert camp. Venture into the middle of the Merzouga Sahara by 4×4. Among other things, on our excursion will be the lovely Dades Valley, the stunning Todra Gorges, and the ancient Amridil Kasbah. The tour ends with the return to the busy city of Marrakech.
Thus begins our early morning pick up for our 5 days desert tour from marrakech cost airport or lodging. Onward from there-Crossing-Tihi the High Atlas Mountains via scenic drive through the Tizi-N-Tichka pass. There will be plenty of stops along the way to stimulate perspectives and possibly get the chance to absorb the amazing views. On the trip, we stop at the historic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a World Heritage site. Besides being listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the cinematic past of the Kasbah is well known, as it has formed backdrops for films such as Gladiator, Alexander, and The Mummy, as well as for some television serials, including Game of Thrones. Following that, we will reach our destination, Ouarzazate, which is popularly dubbed as "The Gate of the Desert". And with that, you're going to have dinner at your cozy hotel.
After breakfast, we set off on our exploration of Ouarzazate. The first appointment is with a little tour of the Atlas Studios, where we can visit the settings of many famous productions, and afterwards continue to the Taourirt Kasbah, a historic fortified structure made of mud. Our journey will then continue towards Agdz and enter the Draa Valley, which is home to the longest river in Morocco. We plan to drive along the scenic route of the valley with numerous breaks to enjoy breathtaking views of palm groves, impressive Kasbahs, and conventional Berber settlements, with a lunch break in Nkob or Alnif. After lunch, the excursion continues toward the Merzouga Desert, crossing through Rissani. Upon arrival at the Erg Chebbi dunes, swap off the vehicles for camels to explore the Sahara. We will stop on a big dune to witness an amazing sunset. Our campsite is a blend of traditional nomadic tents with the comfort of a modern hotel. The night at the camp will be filled with an opportunity to enjoy Berber drum performances, dancing around a bonfire, and stargazing. Dinner will then be served on this camping night.
The day starts with an early rise, so that one can witness a breathtaking sunrise as it paints the desert scenery. Breakfast is then served. The next step is a return via camel to Merzouga, where your driver will already be waiting. The rest of the day is dedicated to excursions in and around Merzouga. This place offers fantastic opportunities for various outdoor ventures, from spectacular dunes, an extraordinary savage lake, old mining and fossil sites, to enchanting oases. The exploration of Merzouga kicks off with an off-road drive, where the first stop is an eyeliner mine. We then go on to a nomadic family and visit them in their hand-made woven tent. Here you can take a sip of Berber tea and learn about their life. Next, we continue to Khamlia, where you will witness some Gnaoua music and dance. The community descends from people originating from the Sub-Sahara, including Mali, Sudan, and Niger. Lunch will be at a local restaurant, and afterward, we will walk through a lush palm grove. Finally, we will drive for a short way to check out Merzouga's wild lake, sometimes referred to as the flamingos' lake. Dinner and overnight will be at a hotel.
In the morning, we have breakfast and depart for Rissani, the ancient heart of Tafilalet, away from the desert. The town, a former capital, is now a centre of trade, especially on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, with a very important souk. After a visit to the Rissani Souk, we drive to Erfoud, where a workshop for fossilized marble is to be visited. From here, we drive through the palm groves of Touroug and Tinjdad to the Todra Gorges. Hence, the mighty river Todra has carved a magnificent canyon through the mountains, forming a spectacular red-walled gorge with towering cliffs. These gorges are an excellent place for rock climbing, and we propose a period of free time in the gorges to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Lunch will follow at a restaurant. Then we continue to the Dades Valley, passing by Boumalne Dades. A stop will be made at the interesting "monkey fingers" rock formation, then a stop on top of the mountain with an overview of Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
The last day of your Moroccan desert expedition is towards Kalaa Magouna, famous for its Rose Valley. This place organizes an annual Rose Festival in May. Here, the community presents its rose products, from aromatic perfumes and cooling rose water to essential oils and cosmetics. Thereafter, we will pass under a landscape filled with historical Kasbahs, including the Amridil Kasbah delicately placed amid palm trees within the Skoura oasis. We will then go to Ouarzazate and leave some time free for you to travel around and have lunch in town. Afterward, the journey resumes towards Marrakech, crossing through the magnificent Tizi-N-Tichka pass and the towering High Atlas Mountains. Ultimately, you will be dropped off at your arranged accommodation or Marrakech airport. Thus, your 5-day tour will come to an end.
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