Marrakech to Merzouga Desert Tour 6 Days

Whether you know it as “the city that doesn’t sleep,” “the city that never stops shining,” or “the city light of Morocco,” Marrakech is one of the most popular tourist attractions in all of Morocco. The city of red has a variety of stunning attractions that are sure to wow any tourist. This is why we’ve dedicated a whole day to seeing the city’s top sights, even though we know it won’t be enough. You’ll want to hire a local guide to show you around Marrakech, the fourth biggest city in Morocco.

Touring The city of Marrakech in Morocco is home to some of the greatest native guides in the country. On the first day of our 6-day Marrakech to Merzouga desert trip, you will be shown around the city of Marrakech by a local guide. The first stop on our typical tour of Morocco is the stunning Majorelle Garden. History of this location dates back to 1923, when a French orientalist artist relocated to Morocco. Because of this, the area has a distinct French flavor.

After that, we’ll visit Menara Garden, another stunning urban oasis. The latter is situated to the west of Marrakech, close to the High Atlas Mountains. Without a doubt, it provides stunning scenery for sightseers and locals alike. A little time from now, we will be bringing you to Bahia Palace, one of the fascinating buildings that exemplifies the exquisite architecture of Morocco. After that, we have a long list of further destinations planned. The day will end with a visit to the stunning Jamaa el Fna plaza in the evening.

Third day of our six day trip from Marrakech to the Merzouga desert, we’ll get in the vehicle and go for Boumalne Dades. To begin, we’ll make a brief stop at the foot of the High Atlas Mountains. About 200 kilometers of winding road await us on the way to the famous Tizi Ntichka pass. There are a variety of Berber tribes whose members rely on tourism, Argan oil, and livestock herds for their livelihoods.

We’ll take you to a few cooperatives where you can experience the age-old process of making Argan oil and other beauty items in their purest form. After that, we’ll go to the Tizi Ntichka pass in the High Atlas Mountains. This excursion will take us to the spectacular Ait Benhaddou citadel, perched on the southernmost point of the High Atlas Mountains. If you come here, you may cross the river “Ouad El Maleh” on foot and get to the Kasbah. This hamlet, with its massive walls and lofty minarets, is undeniably a great specimen of traditional Moroccan clay construction. In 1987, Ait Benhaddou became part of the prestigious list of Unesco World Heritage Sites.

Then, when some time has passed, we’ll relocate to the stunning city of Ouarzazate. With its international airport and world-leading solar power facility, the city sometimes referred to as “the Ouallywood of Morocco” is undoubtedly one of the most significant in the Southeast. In addition, the city of Ouarzazate is widely regarded as an ideal location in which to film television shows and feature films. This city is home to two of Morocco’s most well-known film studios, where filmmakers may both rent equipment and cast their films. At last, we’ll make our way to Boumalne Dades, where we spend the night.

After breakfast today, we’ll go off on day two of our six-day trip from Marrakech to the desert town of Merzouga. At first, we’ll take a short trip to the Todra Gorges, also known as the Toudgha Canyons. We’ll rest for a little here and then go for a hike in the canyons. The canyons here are around 300 meters high, and the river that runs through them makes for some of the most beautiful scenery in all of Morocco.

Second, we’re going to depart for the Sahara desert, and on the route we’ll see several lovely Berber villages and the towns of Tinegher and Tinjedad. We’re almost there, folks; this is our final stop for the day. The magnificent golden sand dunes of the desert and the accompanying camel ride are often cited as the pinnacle of any trip to Morocco. The camels and their drivers will be ready for us when we arrive there so that you may have a once-in-a-lifetime adventure in the desert. Take a camel ride over the dunes and stop for photos in the middle of the desert.

We should reach the desert camp in a little bit. Because of our late arrival time, most visitors to the camp climb the dunes to watch the sun set while they take a tour of the area. In addition, the sandboard may be used for skiing. When night falls, a typical Moroccan supper will be prepared for you to enjoy. Meanwhile, our camp staff will be practicing their drumming in anticipation of your arrival. After supper, you’ll relax in the evening air while listening to Berber music played on a guitar around a campfire.

Our six-day journey from Marrakech to the desert town of Merzouga includes a few extra special touches on day five. All of it will be used to explore the arid area around our hotel. However, you may get up early and see the dawn first. You’ll be exploring the desert in a 4×4 vehicle or on camelback after breakfast at the camp. As a result of its convenience and mobility, the automobile is the preferred mode of transportation for most consumers.

But if you’d like a camel-and-trekking experience a la Lawrence of Arabia, we can arrange that, too. You’ll start out by meeting several nomadic Berbers who still use tents for shelter. The typical group consists of seven to ten people who subsist only on what the environment provides. Sheep and goats are their primary source of income, which they sell in nearby places like as Erfoud. Without a doubt, the warmth and generosity of spirit is the defining feature of these people.

After a relaxing night, we’ll head out to one of Merzouga’s most stunning vistas—a place locals refer to as “Galb El Nas,” which translates to “the people’s heart” in English. The next stop will be to a well-known kohl mine in the region, which was once French territory and whose products were sent to France. At the end of the journey, you’ll stop at the home of the Gnawa, also known as Gnaoua, who are well-known for their presence in the heart of Khamlia hamlet. Spend some time in here learning about their culture and listening to their original music. Furthermore, the journey provides additional opportunities for exploration, such as visits to the Oases in Hassi Labied.

After a hearty breakfast in our deluxe tent, we’ll pack up and ride camels back to Merzouga. Since we need to go back to Marrakech, we’ll have to get going about 8:00 in the morning. We’re going to take an alternative route via Alnif and then have lunch in Nkob. And we’ll cut right to Marrakech via the Ait-Saouen pass. Our 6-day desert excursion from Marrakech to Merzouga concludes when we return you to the Moroccan capital.