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Moroccan Desert Trips · local private tour operator

Private Morocco Desert Tours, Planned Around You

Moroccan Desert Trips runs private Morocco desert tours from Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca, Tangier and Ouarzazate to the Merzouga and Zagora deserts, with your own driver and a route you can adapt.

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DeparturesMarrakech, Fes, Casablanca, Tangier, Ouarzazate
DesertsMerzouga (Erg Chebbi) · Zagora & Erg Chegaga
StylePrivate, your group only
LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish

Written by Hakim, Co-Founder & Morocco Travel Expert at Moroccan Desert Trips.

Moroccan Desert Trips offer

We offer private Morocco tours and desert tour packages of 2 to 15 days, day excursions and Sahara activities, all arranged by a local team and adaptable to your dates and pace.

Every tour is private, so only your group travels in the vehicle. You can change the starting and finishing points, the length of the trip and the stops along the way; tell us your plans and we'll send a tailored proposal. It's a more personal way to explore Morocco, for couples, families and small groups who want room to explore rather than a fixed group schedule.

Morocco desert tours

Our private desert tours start from Marrakech, Fes, Casablanca and Tangier; choose your starting city to see every tour that begins there.

Starting somewhere else? We also run desert tours from Ouarzazate, and any route can begin and end where you choose.

How do you plan a private Morocco tour with us?

To plan a private Morocco tour, send us your dates, group size and ideas through the form; we'll reply with a tailored itinerary and a quote.

It helps to include:

  • Your travel dates, or the month you're considering
  • Number of travellers, and the ages of any children
  • Where you arrive and leave Morocco
  • The tour you're interested in, or the places you'd like to see
  • Your preferred language: English, French or Spanish

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Which Moroccan desert should you visit?

Choose Merzouga (Erg Chebbi) for high dunes that fit easily into a Marrakech–Fes route, or Zagora and Erg Chegaga for a shorter trip from Marrakech or Ouarzazate and a wilder, off-road desert.

Merzouga and Erg Chebbi

A dune field in the east of the country, on routes between Marrakech and Fes. The Moroccan National Tourist Office calls Merzouga

"one of the gates of the Sahara"— Moroccan National Tourist Office (Visit Morocco)

Best for: 3+ day trips from Marrakech or Fes. Merzouga desert tours and camps

Zagora and the Drâa Valley

Reached through the palm groves of the Drâa Valley, south of Ouarzazate. Near Zagora, the tourist office notes the Tinfou dune,

also called "dune of the golden sand"— Moroccan National Tourist Office (Visit Morocco)

Best for: short Zagora desert tours with limited time. 2-day Zagora tour from Marrakech

Erg Chegaga

A remote dune field beyond M'Hamid, reached by 4×4 on desert tracks. The tourist office lists Ouarzazate, Zagora and Tinghir as starting points for organised tours in the great south.

Best for: travellers who don't mind off-road driving. 2-day Erg Chegaga tour from Ouarzazate

What does a private desert tour include?

Our multi-day private tours typically include a private vehicle with driver and fuel, accommodation, a night in a desert camp, a camel ride, and dinner and breakfast; each tour page lists its exact inclusions.

Flights, lunches, drinks, tips and entrance fees are usually not included. Hotels, riads and camp standards vary by tour and can be adjusted when we prepare your quote; if you're looking for Morocco luxury desert tours, ask about a luxury desert camp in Merzouga.

Why book a Morocco desert tour with Moroccan Desert Trips?

Because every trip is private, locally designed and flexible, and planned by a Berber team that knows the desert routes first-hand.

Privately planned Morocco journeys

Only your group in the vehicle, with no fixed group departures.

Locally designed desert itineraries

Routes planned by our own team in Morocco, from city to Sahara.

A flexible pace through Morocco

Change the start and end points, the length and the stops.

English, French and Spanish

Our team communicates in all three languages.

Journeys for couples and families

Tailor-made Morocco tours for small private groups of any make-up.

Reviews you can check

Read what travellers say on our TripAdvisor page.

Which day trips can you add to your tour?

You can add private day trips from Marrakech to Essaouira, and from Fes to Chefchaouen or Volubilis, before or after your desert tour.

Essaouira's medina is a UNESCO World Heritage site on the Atlantic coast. Volubilis, near Meknes, is a Roman archaeological site that UNESCO describes as

"an important outpost of the Roman Empire"— UNESCO World Heritage Centre, Archaeological Site of Volubilis

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What can you do in the Merzouga desert?

In Merzouga you can take a camel trek into the Erg Chebbi dunes, spend a night in a Berber camp, and add 4×4 excursions, sandboarding, sand baths or a cooking lesson.

Evenings at camp usually include a Moroccan dinner and Berber music around the fire. These activities can be booked on their own if you're already travelling independently.

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Sources and further reading

Destination facts on this page are supported by the Moroccan National Tourist Office and the UNESCO World Heritage Centre, neither of which endorses any tour operator.

  1. Errachidia-Midelt-Merzouga, between Atlas and desert — Moroccan National Tourist Office
  2. Ouarzazate-Zagora-Tinghir, the Hollywood of Africa — Moroccan National Tourist Office
  3. The road to the kasbahs — Moroccan National Tourist Office
  4. Archaeological Site of Volubilis — UNESCO World Heritage Centre
  5. Medina of Essaouira (formerly Mogador) — UNESCO World Heritage Centre
  6. Medina of Fez — UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Frequently asked questions about our Morocco desert tours

Our tours are private, depart from five Moroccan cities, and can be customised in route, length and pace.

Are your Morocco desert tours private?

Yes. Every tour is private: only your group travels in the vehicle, with your own driver.

Can I customise a tour?

Yes. You can change the start and finish, the number of days, the stops and the accommodation. Send your ideas and we'll return a tailored proposal.

Which is better, Merzouga or Zagora?

Merzouga suits trips of three days or more; Zagora suits shorter trips. Merzouga's Erg Chebbi dunes fit a Marrakech–Fes route, while Zagora is closer to Marrakech and Ouarzazate.

How many days do I need for the Sahara from Marrakech?

Our shortest Merzouga tour from Marrakech is three days; for Zagora, two days is possible. More days mean shorter daily drives.

What languages does your team speak?

English, French and Spanish. Tell us your preferred language when you enquire so we can confirm your driver.

Do you offer day trips?

Yes, including Essaouira from Marrakech and Chefchaouen or Volubilis from Fes. See our excursions.

How much does a private tour cost?

It depends on your dates, group size, route and accommodation, so we quote each trip individually. Send your details and we'll prepare a quote.

How do I book?

Send the enquiry form, email or WhatsApp us. We reply with an itinerary and price for you to review.

Plan a private Morocco tour with a local team

Tell us your dates, group size and the places you'd like to see, and we'll design a private desert itinerary around you.

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