5 day desert tour from marrakech

5 Days Tour of Marrakech

In this 5 day desert tour from marrakech, you have a possibility to discover Ait ben haddou kasbah, Draa valley, Merzouga sahara desert, where you spend night in desert camp, then this great south Morocco tour continue to visit Gorges, Kasbahs, Palm grove in south East Morocco, and this Desert tour ends at Marrakech.

Highlights of 5 Day tour from Marrakech to Merzouga Desert

Cross the High Atlas Mountains and experience the stunning Draa Valley along the way. Explore the historic Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah, followed by a visit to Ameridil Kasbah. Walk through the scenic Todra Canyon before riding camels across the Sahara Desert near Merzouga. Spend a memorable night under the stars in a luxury desert camp. Learn about Moroccan culture throughout this 5 day desert tour from Marrakech.

5 day desert tour from marrakech itinerary :

Day 1: Marrakech - Ait Ben Haddou - Ouarzazate:

Departure begins from Marrakech at 8:00 to the beautiful mountains of the High Atlas Tizi n’Tichka. We are supposed to have a stop to enjoy the impressive scenery and visit the cooperative Argan oil. After lunch in a local restaurant, we visit the World Heritage Site of UNESCO, Ait Ben Haddou in the afternoon. Our team will leave to Ouarzazate, and have dinner and overnight in a traditional hotel.

Day 2: Ouarzazate via Draa Valley to Merzouga

In the morning during our 5 day desert tour from marrakech, we visit the Taourirt Kasbah, and we will go to the scenic route along the Saghro Mountain, and get into oases and kasbahs of the Draa Valley, the largest valley in Morocco on the desert road. We will move through several Berber/Amazigh villages. Indeed, Agdz N’kob and stop for lunch at a local restaurant before arriving at Merzouga. We will have dinner and overnight in a hotel in the desert.

Day 3: Merzouga via Khamlia and Rissani to Erg Chebbi

During our 5 day desert tour from marrakech, on This day is to explore the desert region. Our guidance team will make a circuit of the dunes of the desert, where you will have the opportunity to see the path of nomadic life changing and incredible contrasts of the desert. With our team you visit the ” black village” Khamlia to see Gnawa musicians. After that, we have a traditional Berber pizza for lunch in Rissani. After lunch our team offers a visit to the traditional markets. Then we go back to the hotel to prepare for departure on camels. The sunsets is falling in the desert dunes of Erg Chebbi, we ride the camels 90 minutes to the camp in the desert. We will have a delicious dinner of traditional mint tea and tagine while observing the stars and the moon rising in the incredible wilderness. We shall spend the night in a traditional nomadic tent.

Day 4: Merzouga via Todra Gorge to Dades Gorges

Today we get up early to see the spectacle of the sunrise over the dunes of the Sahara. After it comes to make our way back to the hotel for breakfast and take a shower. Having nice breakfast, and we travel via Erfoud Mountains to Todra. We have a short walk in the towering Todra Gorge. Later we continue along the picturesque river valleys to the Dades Gorge. You can take a walk in the Dades gorges in the afternoon. Then we have dinner and overnight in a hotel.

Day 5: Dades Gorges via Telouet to Marrakech

This day is beginning with a morning walk. We follow the valley of Dades Kelaa Magona and the oasis of Skoura. After lunch in Ouarzazate, we are going down the High Atlas Mountains to visit the Telouet Kasbah of Glaoui. Finally, we are going in the early evening to Marrakech.

5 day desert tour

Price Includes:

✔️ Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel or airport

✔️ Private transport in a 4×4 vehicle or minibus with air conditioning

✔️Fuel costs

✔️An English or Spanish-speaking driver

✔️Overnight stays in hotels or riads

✔️Two nights in a desert camp

✔️Camel ride in the Sahara Desert (one camel per person)

✔️Three dinners

✔️Breakfasts

✔️Guided walking tours in Fes and Marrakech

Price Excludes:

❌ Lunches and drinks

❌ Entrance fees for monuments

❌ Tips

❌ ATVs

Map of the tour

Accommodations

All accommodations included in this 5 days Marrakech desert tour, provide clean and comfortable rooms with private bathrooms. You can choose from double, twin, triple, or single rooms. When booking the tour, you will be asked to select your preferred accommodation category. Below are three options to help you make your choice.

reviews

Our 5-day desert tour from Marrakech with Morocco Great Tours was the highlight of our trip to Morocco! Youssef was not only a skilled driver but also a knowledgeable guide who made every stop special. From the stunning landscapes of the High Atlas Mountains to the magical night in the Sahara desert, everything was perfectly organized. The accommodations were comfortable, the food was delicious, and the camel ride at sunset was an unforgettable experience. Youssef’s warm personality and professionalism made us feel safe and well taken care of. We highly recommend Morocco Great Tours to anyone looking for a true Moroccan adventure!

Noor

Belgium, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We booked a 5-day Marrakech desert tour with Morocco Great Tours and had the most incredible experience with Youssef. The journey took us through breathtaking valleys, kasbahs, and finally into the golden dunes of Merzouga. Spending a night under the stars in the desert camp was absolutely magical, and the mix of comfort and authentic Berber hospitality was unforgettable. Youssef went above and beyond to share local stories, answer our questions, and make sure everything ran smoothly. If you are planning to explore Morocco, don’t hesitate to choose Morocco Great Tours – it’s an experience worth every moment

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Belgium, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Extra Activities

Make your 5 day Sahara tour from Marrakech, truly unique by adding extra activities and experiences that match your style. When you book, simply share your preferences with us, and we’ll tailor your itinerary to include the adventures you love most.