SAHARA DESERT EXPERIENCE TOUR​

SAHARA DESERT EXPERIENCE TOUR​

About This Trip

This 4-day tour takes you through Morocco’s most iconic landscapes and historical sites. Starting from Marrakech, journey through the Atlas Mountains to Ouarzazate and the stunning Dades Gorge. Day 2 brings the dramatic Todra Gorge and a magical camel trek to a luxury camp in Merzouga’s Erg Chebbi dunes. Day 3 explores the bustling market of Rissani and scenic Draa Valley before a night in Ouarzazate. Finally, visit the legendary Aït Benhaddou and Atlas Film Studios before returning to Marrakech, completing a journey filled with unforgettable desert and mountain vistas

 
 

We will start our adventure by picking you up from your Riad at 8:00 AM and hit the road! Check out the great views as we climb through the dramatic Tizi N’Tichka pass which reaches an altitude of 2260 M . On route to Ouarzazat “the Hollywood of Africa”, we will journey through the High Atlas Mountains passing by Berber villages and beautiful landscapes. Once we are in Ouarzazat we will be enjoying lunch, maybe it’s time to try some great local cuisine. Later on, drive through the “Road of the thousand Kasbahs”- and view the fascinating “sand castles”. Stop at Kalaat Mgouna, “Rose’s Kastel” known for roses and its annual festival during the roses harvest in May, and then continue to our hotel in the heart of the Dades Gorge, Dinner and night in the Hotel.

After breakfast at your hotel, we depart to Dades Gorges driving towards Tinghir and Toudgha Gorges. The alluring beauty of the lush palm grove along the valley have been known for the breathtaking views. Driving the windy, thin road will get our full attention as we get into the gorges which will allow you to get a full feel of the unbelievable glory of the massive canyon walls reaching some 300 meters (900 feet) high and continuing for some 100 meters (300 feet). During this travel day we will stop for lunch in a local restaurant before we will carry on to Arfoud where we will come across a fossil craft workshop. This area is also our door to the gorgeous Dunes of Erg Chebbi. Take a moment to soak it on all in while having a cup of tea before embarking on our camel ride through the stunning dunes. The clean air and the beautiful sunset will take your breath away and provide unforgettable moments before having a traditional dinner and overnight experience in a comfortable luxury Camp under stars .

Continue on to Fes. over night in a old guest house (Riad).

 

This morning will be an early one, you will rise up and hike up the dune in order to enjoy what may just be the best sunrise of your life. Afterwards, you will hop on your camel and trek throughout the spectacular Erg Chebbi dunes back to meet your driver  . After breakfast   depart to Rissani . This was the ancient capital for the Alaouite Sultans and the most important market town for Sub-Sahara camel caravans, you will have a chance to visit the Souk. 

  We will continue our way to Ouarzazat through the Draa Valley, one of the longest palm grove valleys in Morocco . Admire the charming Kasbahs and Berber villages along the way . As we are heading up to Ouarzazat you will notice the interesting geological formations of the Draa Valley and Ait Saoun col. Get to our hotel early evening, dinner and night in the Hotel . 

We will start with breakfast in our hotel before departing to visit Kasbah Taourirt , a magnificent structure and a historical monument giving tribute to the Glaoui.  Then we visit the Studio Cinema before getting into Ait Benhaddou Kasbah which is located 30 kilometers from Ouarzazat , It’s an infamous kasbah and the scene for many Hollywood hits, Films such as Gladiator, The Mummy and Alexander were filmed in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

 We will spend some time exploring and having a great local lunch.  then carry on to Marrakech passing through the High Atlas Mountains and Tizi N’tichka . We arrive into Marrakech early for a relaxing night at the Riad/Hotel .

  • Transportation: Private vehicle with a professional driver throughout the tour
  • Accommodation: Hotel, Riad, or Desert Camp stays as specified in the itinerary
  • Meals: Daily breakfast and any specified meals (such as dinners in desert camps)
  • Guided Tours: Local guides for city tours and cultural site visits
  • Activities: Camel trekking, guided medina tours, and other activities as listed in the itinerary
  • Entrance Fees: Admission to specified sites and monuments
  • Airport Transfers: Pickup and drop-off at the airport on arrival and departure days
  • International Flights: Travel costs to and from Morocco
  • Travel Insurance: Personal travel insurance is recommended
  • Meals: Lunches, dinners, and snacks unless specified
  • Personal Expenses: Shopping, souvenirs, and additional activities not listed in the itinerary
  • Tips and Gratuities: For drivers, guides, and other service providers