Sahara Desert Tour from Marrakech — Naciris Travel

A Private Naciris Journey

Sahara Desert Tour

MarrakechMerzougaMarrakech

Duration

4 days / 3 nights

Style

Comfort & Desert Camp

Group

2+ travellers

From

€600 per person

Overview

The classic Sahara escape — over the High Atlas, through the gorges, and into the dunes.

The classic Sahara escape — over the High Atlas to Aït Ben Haddou, through the gorges, and into the Merzouga dunes by camel, then back through Morocco's cinematic south.

A fully private journey with your own driver-guide. No crowds, no rush — just the desert, the kasbahs, and the open road, at your own pace.

From

€600 pp

per person · private · based on 2+ travellers (solo supplement may apply)

Journey Highlights

  • Cross the High Atlas via the dramatic Tizi n’Tichka pass
  • Explore the UNESCO kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou with a local guide
  • Wind through the towering walls of the Todra Gorge
  • Sunset camel ride into the golden Erg Chebbi dunes
  • Overnight at a desert camp beneath a sky full of stars
  • Sunrise over the Sahara before the scenic return to Marrakech

The Route

Where you'll go

High Atlas MARRAKECH start & finish AÏT BEN HADDOU 02 BOUMALNE DADES 03 TODRA GORGE 04 MERZOUGA Sahara · Erg Chebbi 05 OUARZAZATE 06 N Morocco A SAHARA DESERT CIRCUIT A six-stop grand tour of the deep south MARRAKECH · AÏT BEN HADDOU · BOUMALNE DADES · TODRA GORGE · MERZOUGA · OUARZAZATE

Day by Day

Your itinerary

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1

Over the Mountains

Marrakech → Aït Ben Haddou → Boumalne Dades

Cross the spectacular High Atlas via the Tizi n'Tichka Pass. Visit the famous kasbah of Aït Ben Haddou with a local guide, then continue through Ouarzazate and the Valley of Roses to Boumalne Dades.

Private transportGuided visit of Aït Ben HaddouDinner & overnight in Boumalne Dades
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
2

Into the Dunes

Boumalne Dades → Todra Gorge → Merzouga

Travel through the beautiful Dades Valley and visit the impressive Todra Gorge. Continue to Merzouga, then ride camels across the golden dunes at sunset to your desert camp.

Todra Gorge visitCamel ride at sunsetDinner & overnight at desert camp
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
3

Sunrise & Desert Towns

Merzouga → Rissani → Alnif → Ouarzazate

Wake early for sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast, travel through traditional desert towns and dramatic landscapes towards Ouarzazate.

Breakfast at campPrivate transportDinner & overnight in Ouarzazate
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner
4

Return Journey

Ouarzazate → High Atlas → Marrakech

Return to Marrakech via the High Atlas Mountains, with panoramic photo stops along the way.

Private transportScenic stops
MealsBreakfastLunchDinner

This is a private tour — it's yours to shape. Want to add a night, change a hotel, adjust the pace, or include a special experience? Just let us know. We're always happy to tailor the journey around your needs.

The Details

What's included

Included

  • Private transportation throughout
  • English-speaking driver
  • 3 nights accommodation (Boumalne Dades, Merzouga, Ouarzazate)
  • Daily breakfast
  • Dinner in Boumalne Dades, Merzouga & Ouarzazate
  • Guided tour of Aït Ben Haddou
  • Camel ride in Merzouga
  • Bottled water during the trip

Not Included

  • Lunches
  • Drinks during meals
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not listed as included

Where You'll Stay

Carefully selected boutique riads and quality hotels offering comfort, authenticity, and excellent service. In Merzouga, an unforgettable overnight stay in a luxury desert camp beneath the stars. All accommodations subject to availability and may be replaced with similar properties of equal or higher standard.

A Note on Our Camels

The well-being of our animals comes first. Our camels are healthy, well-rested, and cared for by experienced local handlers. Rides are short, gentle, and optional — you may walk alongside instead.

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