This 6-day desert adventure from Marrakech to Zagora is a perfect journey for travelers seeking to experience Morocco’s diverse landscapes and cultural treasures. From crossing the High Atlas Mountains to exploring ancient kasbahs, palm-filled valleys, Berber villages, and the vast dunes of Erg Chebbi, this tour combines history, adventure, and authentic desert life. Enjoy camel trekking, Gnawa music, fossil towns, and overnight stays in both traditional riads and desert camps.

Day 1: Marrakech – Ait Ben Haddou – Ouarzazate

Depart Marrakech at 8:00 AM and drive across the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka pass. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its ksar and as a backdrop for many films. Continue to Ouarzazate, the “Hollywood of Africa,” with its kasbahs and movie studios. Dinner and overnight in Ouarzazate.

Day 2: Ouarzazate – Draa Valley – N’kob – Tarazine – Alnif – Mharech Gorges

After breakfast, visit the Taourirt Kasbah before driving along the Draa Valley, dotted with Berber villages and ancient kasbahs. Pass through N’kob, Tarazine, and Alnif before reaching the remote Gorges of Mharech, an area known from the Dakar Rally. Dinner and overnight in a riad.

Day 3: Mharech – Ouzina – Erg Chebbi – Merzouga Desert Camp

Travel through unique desert landscapes and visit Berber villages such as Ouzina. Continue towards Erg Chebbi, home to the highest sand dunes in North Africa. Lunch is served en route (Berber pizza). Arrive in Merzouga, leave extra luggage, and enjoy a camel trek into the dunes at sunset. Dinner and overnight in a traditional desert camp (Khaimah) under the starry sky.

Day 4: Merzouga Desert Exploration

Wake up early to witness the magical sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast and shower, spend the day exploring the Merzouga region. Visit the Tissardmin oasis, meet nomadic families, and stop in Khamlia village for tea and a live performance of Gnawa music. Free time in the afternoon to climb dunes or relax. Dinner and overnight in a desert hotel in Merzouga.

Day 5: Merzouga – Rissani – Erfoud – Todra Gorges – Dades Valley

Depart Merzouga after breakfast towards Rissani, a town known for its lively traditional market. Continue to Erfoud, famous for its fossils and black stones. Travel through Tinjdad and Touroug before reaching the impressive Todra Gorges. After exploring, drive to the Dades Valley. Dinner and overnight in a local hotel/riad.

Day 6: Dades Valley – Skoura – Valley of Roses – Marrakech

After breakfast, travel through the Dades Valley, passing beautiful kasbahs and fortified villages. Continue through the Valley of Roses and visit Skoura’s palm grove before heading back through the High Atlas Mountains. Arrive in Marrakech in the evening with drop-off at your hotel or riad.

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