5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech
Set off on an unforgettable 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech and discover the dramatic landscapes and rich traditions of Morocco. Journey through the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, explore towering canyons like the Todgha and Dades Gorges, and immerse yourself in authentic Berber culture. Along the way, experience camel treks, traditional desert camps, and the vibrant life of Moroccan towns. Your adventure culminates with a scenic crossing of the majestic High Atlas Mountains into Marrakech, combining nature, heritage, and once-in-a-lifetime experiences under star-filled skies.
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Camel trek across Erg Chebbi dunes at sunset and sunrise
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Overnight stays in the Sahara with Berber music and hospitality
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Visit the oasis-rich Ziz Valley and authentic desert towns
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Explore Todra Gorge and Dades Gorge with scenic viewpoints
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Discover UNESCO Aït Benhaddou and historic Telouet Kasbah
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Traverse the spectacular High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass
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Encounters with Berber communities, nomads & Gnawa musicians
Day 1: Errachidia – Ziz Valley – Merzouga Desert
Start your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech with a pickup at Errachidia airport or hotel. Travel through the scenic Ziz Valley, filled with palm groves, kasbahs, and traditional Berber villages. Arrive in Merzouga, where your camel caravan awaits. Experience a camel trek across the golden Erg Chebbi dunes, watch the desert sunset, and enjoy your first night in a Sahara camp with traditional music and storytelling under the stars.
Overnight: Private desert camp in Merzouga
Day 2: Merzouga Desert Exploration
Wake up early for sunrise over the Sahara dunes on your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech. Spend the day exploring the desert region:
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Visit Khamlia village for authentic Gnawa music
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Meet local nomadic families and learn about Berber desert life
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Explore black desert plateaus and fossil sites
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Optional activities: ATV rides, sandboarding, or a relaxing walk among the dunes
Enjoy another magical night in Merzouga at your desert camp or hotel.
Overnight: Desert camp or Merzouga hotel
Day 3: Merzouga – Rissani – Todra Gorge – Dades Gorge
Depart Merzouga and continue your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech to Rissani, a historic trading town. Drive to Tinghir and explore Todra Gorge, a breathtaking canyon ideal for trekking and photography. Continue along the Road of a Thousand Kasbahs to reach Dades Gorge, marveling at dramatic rock formations before your overnight stay.
Overnight: Hotel or riad in Dades Gorge
Day 4: Dades Gorge – Rose Valley – Skoura – Ouarzazate
Travel through the fragrant Rose Valley, famous for its roses and local crafts. Stop at Skoura Oasis to visit Kasbah Amridil. Arrive in Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” and relax or optionally visit film studios. This part of your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech combines natural beauty and cultural discovery.
Overnight: Hotel in Ouarzazate
Day 5: Ouarzazate – Aït Benhaddou – Telouet – High Atlas – Marrakech
Visit the iconic Aït Benhaddou, a UNESCO World Heritage site featured in many films. Drive through Ounila Valley to Telouet Kasbah, the former residence of the Glaoui family. Ascend the High Atlas Mountains via Tizi n’Tichka Pass, enjoying panoramic views. Conclude your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech in Marrakech, carrying unforgettable memories of the Sahara, mountains, and Moroccan culture.
Included
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Comfortable, all-inclusive services throughout your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech.
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Private Moroccan driver, fluent in multiple languages, ensuring a smooth and personalized experience.
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Accommodation with daily breakfast and dinner, according to your selected category.
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Licensed local guides in major cultural and historical cities along your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech.
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Airport pick-up and drop-off at the start and end of your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech.
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Scenic camel ride in the Merzouga desert, included in the desert portion of your tour.
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Overnight stay in a desert camp, complete with traditional music and entertainment under the stars.
Excluded
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Daily lunch meals during your 5-Day Sahara Tour from Errachidia to Marrakech.
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Beverages and drinks throughout the trip.
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Personal purchases, souvenirs, and extra expenses.
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International or domestic airfare to and from Morocco.
