Embark on a captivating 3 days desert tour from Errachidia to Marrakech. Over these 3 days and a couple of nights, immerse yourself within the desert landscape, visiting nomads within their tents and indulging in the captivating music of Gnaoua and therefore the vibrant dance performances of the Khamlia people. Explore an ancient eyeliner mine and find out the Merzouga wildlife lake situated a brief distance away. Wander through a palm trees grove, experience camel rides, and relish the magical sunset and sunrise over the sand dunes. Spend an evening during a camp nestled within the heart of the Sahara.
Continuing the journey, explore the Todra gorges and therefore the iconic Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou. Traverse the High Atlas Mountains and therefore the Tizi-n-Tichka pass, concluding the tour within the vibrant city of Marrakesh.
On the initial day of your journey to the desert and Marrakech, we’ll collect you from Errachidia airport. Subsequently, we head south towards the Merzouga Sahara, concluding the day with dinner and an overnight stay in Merzouga.
Following breakfast, the day is devoted to exploring the captivating region of Merzouga, abundant with remarkable sites, including sand dunes, a wild lake, mines, fossil areas, and stunning oases, offering an ideal backdrop for various outdoor activities.
Our journey commences in Merzouga, venturing off-road to go to an ancient eyeliner mine. A visit to the nomads in their handwoven tents follows, providing insights into their lifestyle as we savor Berber tea. Next, we head to the Khamlia village, where the colourful Gnaoua music and dancing performances unfold, presented by inhabitants from sub-Saharan countries like Mali, Sudan, and Niger. Enjoy some free time for lunch at a restaurant, followed by a leisurely stroll through the palm trees grove. Continuing a couple of kilometers, we encounter the wild lake of Merzouga, also referred to as Flamingos Lake.
In the afternoon, start a camel ride across the sandy desert, pausing atop a high dune to relish the sunset, then proceed to the posh camp. Immerse yourself within the rhythmic beats of Berber drums, dancing round the campfire beneath the vast expanse of the star-studded sky. Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay within the camp.
Commence your day with an early awakening to witness the breathtaking sunrise within the heart of the desert. Following a leisurely breakfast, return on camels to Merzouga, where your driver awaits. Departing from the desert, our journey heads west through Touroug and Tinjdad palm groves, reaching the Todra Gorges. Carved by the Todra river, these gorges form a powerful canyon with high red cliff sides. Continuing our drive, we traverse various Kasbahs and palm groves, reaching Ouarzazate, where you’ve got free time for lunch.
The journey then proceeds to Marrakesh, passing through the renowned Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, a fortified village recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Notably, this Kasbah has featured in numerous movies, including Gladiator, Alexander, The Mummy, and television series like Game of Thrones. Finally, we traverse the Tizi-N-Tichka pass and therefore the High Atlas Mountains to arrive in Marrakesh. Concluding the tour, we drive you to the airport or your accommodation.
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3 day private tour from Fes
We had a wonderful 3 day private tour from Fes via Merzouga . My favorite part of this tour was the music under the stars at the end of the night. It was absolutely beautiful and an experience like no other.