3 Days in Merzouga Desert: Camel Ride & Private Camp

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Benhaddou – Ouarzazate – Roses Valley – Dades Gorges Depart from Marrakech and cross the stunning High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass (2,260m). Enjoy breathtaking views and traditional Berber villages. Visit the famous Ait Benhaddou Kasbah, a UNESCO World Heritage site and filming location for over 20 international movies. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Ouarzazate—known as the “Hollywood of Morocco”—to explore the Taourirt Kasbah. Drive through the fragrant Roses Valley, perfect for shopping local rose products, and spend the night in a guesthouse at the scenic Dades Gorges. Day 2: Todgha Valley – Tinghir – Arfoud – Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) After breakfast, head to Todgha Valley to visit palm groves and a lively Berber market. Continue to the dramatic Tinghir Gorges for lunch, then drive to Arfoud, famous for fossils and dates. Arrive in Merzouga and enjoy mint tea before a camel trek into the golden dunes of Erg Chebbi. Watch the sunset, then settle into a desert camp for a traditional Berber dinner, music, and dancing under the stars. Day 3: Merzouga – Marrakech Wake early for a sunrise camel ride—an unforgettable moment as the desert glows with morning light. After breakfast, begin your return journey to Marrakech, with scenic stops and lunch along the way.