From Marrakech: Merzouga 3-Day Desert Safari with Food
An off-road 4x4 drive and traditional Moroccan meals: this 3-day desert trip departing from Marrakech brings you to the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga.
3 Days · From Marrakech
Our 3-day desert trip departing from Marrakech is one of the favourite choices of our guests. It shows you the Erg Chebbi dunes of Merzouga with a good balance between driving, visits and free time, and it is run by a local team that puts your comfort and safety first.
About This Tour
Leaving Marrakech, the road climbs over the Tizi n'Tichka pass, more than 2,200 metres high, with superb views over the High Atlas. On the other side, the landscape becomes drier and more mineral as you approach the south.
Arriving in Merzouga, the first sight of the dunes rising above the flat stony desert is unforgettable. Late afternoon is the best moment, when the sand glows orange and the shadows draw perfect curves on every crest.
The 3-day programme is flexible: you can start early to make the most of the light, or take things slowly and enjoy long breakfasts and lunches in local restaurants. Accommodation is booked in advance in places we know and trust.
The 4×4 part of the trip takes you to places that ordinary cars cannot reach, such as rocky tracks, dry lakes and small desert villages. Our drivers know the terrain well and drive safely while making it an adventure.
Meals are a big part of the experience: expect tagines, couscous, fresh salads and mint tea prepared with local ingredients.
Have a question before you book? Use the form on this page to tell us your dates and any special requests. We will get back to you with all the information you need, with no payment required until your trip is confirmed.
