THREE DAY MERZOUGA DESERT TOUR - ALL INCLUSIVE
From the bustling souks of Marrakech to the sand dunes of the Sahara
DESCRIPTION:
Discover the edge of the Sahara Desert on a 3-day budget tour from Marrakech and explore the dramatic landscapes of the Dades Valley and Kasbah of Ourzazate. Ride across the dunes of Erg Chebbi by camel at sunset, and sleep at a traditional nomadic Berber desert camp surrounded by high sand dunes where you can experience the best, unspoiled view of the stars.
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PRICE INCLUDES:
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Pick up and drop off at your hotel or riad in Marrakech.
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Transportation by modern, air-conditioned van with 15 seats
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English / French-speaking driver/guide
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Local guides who speak English, French and Spanish
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Overnight stay in a private room at Boumlane Dads 4* Hotel Ghazala (including dinner and breakfast)
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Camel trek in Erg Chebbi to watch the sunset and sunrise
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Overnight stay with private tent at "Palais des dune" Erg Chebbi desert camp (including dinner and breakfast)
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Lunches in a traditional local restaurants
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Water
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Tea/coffee
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Scarves for the desert
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DON'T FORGET:
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Sun-cream
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Comfortable clothes that cover your arms and legs for the desert ride - you don't want to get sunburned!
OPTIONAL EXTRAS:
You can also book upgrades for the night in the Bedouin camp as an optional extra. Upgrade to the deluxe desert camp with a luxury private tent complete with en-suite shower, bathroom facilities, and 5* amenities. These upgrades need to be booked per person, just let us know when making your booking.
Per Person:
1700 DH
$179
3
days
Available now!
SCHEDULE:
Day 1: Marrakech - Ait Ben Haddou – Boumalne Dades
After an early departure from your Marrakech hotel, your journey begins by crossing the High Atlas Mountains past one Berber village after another to the UNESCO world heritage site of Ait Ben Haddou, famous for its Kasbah and fortified village, and previously used as a set for some famous Hollywood epics as well as a backdrop for some fashion magazine photo shoots. After some leisure time to explore the village with its Kasbah, enjoy lunch in a local restaurant, then continue your drive through Ouarzazate, known as the Gate of the Sahara and onto Boumalne Dades, admiring the scenic drive along the road to it, where you can enjoy dinner and an overnight stop.
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Day 2: Boumlane Dads - Tinghir- Todgha Gorges - Merzouga
Following breakfast, depart your hotel and drive to the dramatic Todgha Gorges, pausing for some free time to explore the canyons and meet the women from a local feminine cooperative who hand-make traditional Moroccan carpets and rugs. Enjoy lunch at a local café before continuing to Merzouga to meet your camel caravan. Then, experience the Erg Chebbi dunes on camelback and watch the sunset change the color of the sand. Reach your desert camp before nightfall and enjoy an authentic Moroccan dinner under the stars. Local nomads will provide the entertainment and show you how to play the Tam Tam drums. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stop.
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Day 3: Merzouga Ouarzazate - Marrakech
Following an early wake up to watch the sunrise before breakfast (optional), ride your camel back to the main road. Your driver will be waiting to pick you up for the transfer back to Marrakech. Stop half-way for lunch in Ouarzazate.