4 DAYS TOUR FROM TANGIER TO MERZOUGA SAHARA DESERT AND MARRAKECH WITH CAMEL TREK
The 4-Day Tour from Tangier to Merzouga Sahara Desert and Marrakech with Camel Trek offers a private tour from Tangier to explore the stunning landscape of Morocco, passing through Fes and the Atlas Mountains. This tour will take you to some of the most fascinating parts of Morocco, and allow you to experience the unique beauty of the Sahara Desert.
On the first day of the tour, you will depart from Tangier and travel through the charming city of Chefchaouen before arriving in Fes, where you will explore the historic Medina and visit some of its most famous landmarks. On the second day, you will journey through the Atlas Mountains, stopping to visit some of the traditional Berber villages and breathtaking natural scenery along the way, before reaching the Sahara Desert.
On the third day, you will embark on a camel trek through the dunes of the Merzouga Desert, where you will witness the magical sunset over the sand dunes and spend the night in a traditional Berber tent under the starry sky. On the final day, you will travel to Marrakech, where you will have the opportunity to explore the vibrant souks and historic landmarks of this magnificent city.
Throughout the tour, you will have a private guide to accompany you and provide you with valuable insights and information about the history, culture, and traditions of Morocco. With this tour, you will have an unforgettable adventure and create memories that will last a lifetime.
HIGHLIGHTS :
- Enjoy the beautiful landscapes between Tangier and Merzouga
- Drive through Ziz gorge and its palmgroves
- Take a short walks in Dades and Todra Gorges
- Visit the UNESCO worlde heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou
- Pass Ouarzazate and visit Film Studios and Taourirt Kasbah
- Camel ride for sunset and sunrise, overnight in Tents
Program Details:
DAY 1 : TANGIER - CHEFCHAOUEN - FEZ
“On the first day of your trip, we won’t meet you at the port or airport. Instead, we’ll take a scenic route through the Rif mountains and Tetoun city to admire the breathtaking mountain view. Our destination is the charming village of Chefchaouen, nestled at the foot of the Rif mountains. The village’s Medina boasts a Spanish-style square and numerous artisanal shops, while the rooftop restaurants and cafes offer a delightful dining experience. You’ll have lunch at one of these before we continue our journey to Fez, where we’ll spend the night in a beautiful riad.”
DAY 2 : FEZ - IFRANE - MIDELT - GORGES OF ZIZ - ERFOUD - RISSANI - MERZOUGA
“After breakfast, we’ll head south towards Ifrane and Azrou, passing through the picturesque Middle Atlas mountains. Our first stop will be at the cedar forests, where we’ll have a chance to observe the Barbary apes in their natural habitat. Continuing on, we’ll travel through the Tizi Ntalghamt pass to Midelt and take in the stunning views of the Middle Atlas plateau. As we approach Errachidia, the landscape gradually transforms, revealing the desert tracks. After lunch, we’ll proceed through the scenic Ziz Valley towards Erfoud, Rissani, and Merzouga. Upon arrival, we’ll enjoy a refreshing mint tea before leaving our luggage in a secure room and embarking on a camel ride to a Berber campsite in the heart of the Erg Chebbi dunes, the highest sand dunes in North Africa. The camel ride takes around an hour and a half, and upon reaching the camp, we’ll settle into our Berber tents, which are well-equipped with mattresses, blankets, and cushions. After dinner, we’ll gather around the campfire and enjoy the traditional Berber drumming under the starry desert sky.”
DAY 3 : MERZOUGA - GORGES OF TODRA - THE GORGES OF DADES
An early wake-up call will allow us to witness a stunning sunrise over the dunes before returning to the hotel on a camel ride. After a refreshing break and breakfast, we’ll depart for Tinghir and the Todra Gorges. Finally, we’ll arrive at the Dades Valley, where we’ll enjoy dinner and spend the night.”
DAY 4 : DADES GORGES - SKOURA - OUARZAZATE - AIT BEN HADDOU KASBAH - HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAIN - MARRAKECH
“After breakfast, we’ll drive through the scenic Dades Valley towards Kalaat Mgouna and Ouarzazate, also known as ‘the Hollywood of Africa’. The valley offers numerous photo opportunities along the ‘thousand kasbah trail’. We’ll also visit the picturesque Valley of Roses and the charming village of Skoura before arriving at the famous kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where we’ll have lunch. Our journey will continue along the magnificent Tizi Ntichka Pass, which reaches an altitude of 2260m above the High Atlas Mountains. We’ll take a break to admire the stunning views and visit an argan oil cooperative before arriving in Marrakech in the afternoon.”
INCLUDED :
- Transport in 4 × 4 with driver / guide (4 × 4, fuel included).
- Overnight in the desert camp (tent, mattress and blankets are provided).
- Half board accommodation.
- Camel ride for sunset and sunrise.
NOT INCLUDED :
• Food.
• Drinks.
• Tips.
• Fees to historical monuments.
• Personal expenses.