3 Days - 3Night
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The 4 Days Desert Tour from Ouarzazate is one of the most authentic ways to experience Morocco’s southern landscapes and the magic of the Sahara Desert. Starting in Ouarzazate, often called the “Gateway to the Desert,” this journey combines dramatic gorges, palm-filled valleys, golden sand dunes, and historic kasbahs into a unique adventure. It is the perfect choice for travelers who want to discover both the dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga and the desert landscapes of Zagora within a short time.
This desert tour offers much more than transportation between destinations. It is a cultural experience where every stop brings a new discovery. As
The 4 Days Desert Tour from Ouarzazate is one of the most authentic ways to experience Morocco’s south and the magic of the Sahara. Starting in Ouarzazate, often called the “Gateway to the Desert,” this journey combines valleys, gorges, sand dunes, and kasbahs. It is perfect for travelers who want to see both the dunes of Erg Chebbi in Merzouga and the desert landscapes of Zagora in just a few days.
This desert tour offers much more than a simple transfer between cities. As you cross the Skoura palm grove and the Valley of Roses, you will see traditional farming practices still alive today. The landscapes then change as you move toward the Dades and Todra Gorges. Here, dramatic cliffs and deep canyons show the raw beauty of southern Morocco.
A highlight of the trip is reaching Merzouga, on the edge of the Erg Chebbi dunes. Here, a camel trek takes you into the desert, where golden sands stretch endlessly. At sunset, the view is breathtaking. Afterward, you enjoy dinner and music at a desert camp before sleeping under a sky full of stars. This moment captures the essence of the Moroccan Sahara.
On the road back, the tour passes through Rissani, once a caravan hub and birthplace of Morocco’s royal dynasty. The journey continues across the Bougafer mountains toward Zagora, known as the “Gateway to Timbuktu.” In Tamgroute, you can explore a centuries-old Quranic library and workshops that produce famous green pottery. These stops add a cultural touch to the desert adventure.
The final stage takes you through the Draa Valley, Morocco’s longest river valley. Lined with palm trees and dotted with ancient kasbahs, this road is one of the most beautiful in the south. It provides a peaceful conclusion before returning to Ouarzazate in the late afternoon.
This trip allows you to experience Morocco’s diversity in just four days. You will explore valleys, gorges, kasbahs, and the Sahara desert. The mix of adventure, culture, and relaxation makes it a perfect introduction to southern Morocco.
Morning departure at 8:00 am from your hotel in Ouarzazate. First stop at the palm grove of Skoura, with its kasbahs, then continue through the Valley of Roses. Visit the spectacular Dades Gorge, where lunch is served, before continuing to the dramatic Todra Gorge. Stroll along the cliffs before dinner and overnight stay in a charming guesthouse or hotel in the Todra area.
After breakfast, depart for Merzouga via the Ziz Valley and the Tafilalet palm grove. Lunch in Erfoud, famous for its fossils. In the afternoon, arrive in Merzouga where your camels will be waiting. Enjoy a camel trek into the dunes of Erg Chebbi, admire the sunset, and settle into a desert camp for dinner and overnight under the stars.
Wake up early for sunrise over the dunes, then breakfast at the camp. Drive towards Rissani, historical cradle of the Alaouite dynasty. Cross the Bougafer massif before stopping for lunch in Tazarine. Continue to Zagora, the gateway to the Sahara. On the way, stop at Tamgroute to visit the ancient Quranic library and the famous green pottery workshops. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel or riad in Zagora.
After breakfast, drive through the beautiful Draa Valley, famous for its kasbahs and palm groves. Lunch stop at Kasbah Tamnougalt, one of the oldest kasbahs in the valley. Continue through the Tizi-n-Tinfifite pass and arrive in Ouarzazate by late afternoon (around 17:00). End of the tour and transfer to your hotel.
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